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The 10 most popular things to do in Rovaniemi. The Arctic Circle capital, where Santa, the northern lights and the husky trails all meet.
Small-group Aurora hunt in Rovaniemi with heated 4×4 vans, pro photography, and an Arctic-style no-shortcuts chase for clear skies.
“Andrew our guidebwasvperfect and very nice espescially to our 5 your old daughter nina.”
Chase the Aurora from Rovaniemi on a small 8-person night tour with winter gear, pickup, unlimited mileage, and a real push for viewing.
“Guaranteed nothing. The tour was cancelled due to the whole region getting overcast in snow clouds. I took an uncomfortable 12 hour train ride and was greeted with tour cancelled in my email so I just slept disappointed at my Airbnb. It's going to be great when I get my $236 refunded, because almost two…”
3 hours of Northern Lights hunting from Rovaniemi plus a warm Lappish campfire BBQ, winter gear, and an English guide.
“Although we didn’t see the northern lights, Isoe, our guide, was amazing—kind, patient, and professional. Their positivity and effort made the trip truly enjoyable.”
Rovaniemi in 6 hours: reindeer farm sleigh ride, Alaskan huskies, salmon soup, Arctic Circle crossing, and a Santa Claus visit.
“Brilliant, went to see the Huskies and reindeer first, loved the Huskies but ride very short, just round a block once over in about 5 mins, then went to reindeer same thing short ride, but at least you got to go see the Huskies after ride. We then were taken for some soup and blueberry…”
Small-group Aurora hunt in Rovaniemi: up to 3 stops, campfire cooking, and pro photos. 4-hour Lapland wilderness night.
“Our guide, Patrick, was so great. He found us the perfect spot to see the light show, was very patient in finding that spot, and we all got some amazing photos. He was very knowledgeable and friendly. The tour group was small and the tour was very well organised.”
7-hour guided hike to Korouoma Canyon frozen waterfalls from Rovaniemi, with small-group nature lessons and campfire snacks.
“It was an amazing and adventurous day. We were really happy with our guide Davide. He told us a lot about the trail and the nature of Korouoma / Lapland. He was also really helpful on the more slippery parts of the trail. If we stay in Rovaniemi in future, we will definitely book with…”
Drive a husky sled through snowy forests near Rovaniemi at Apukka Resort, with winter gear, hot drink, and petting time.
“Fantastic activity ! I recommend it to all. The husky ride and then petting the cute puppies . It’s a wonderful experience”
A guided 2-hour snowmobile safari in Rovaniemi with real Arctic driving time, warm drinks, and photo stops through frozen rivers and forests.
“Had a great time doing the quick spin 2 hour tour with Safartica in January. Right from checkin to getting our thermal gear to the actual snowmobile tour, everything went pretty smooth. We had two guides with us for a group of 9 snowmobiles. They provided thorough instructions and constantly kept checking with the group…”
Night snowmobile safari in Rovaniemi chasing Aurora Borealis, with 2 hours riding, campfire juice and cookies, and warm gear included.
“Great activity! Dries🇧🇪 was our tour guide and he made sure everyone drove safe and had a good time. I recommend it!!”
A 2-hour Apukka Reindeer Journey in Rovaniemi: guided reindeer stories, a quiet sleigh ride, and warm drinks by the fire.
“Fantastic experience done with the kids..(2 and 6). It’s very cold even thought you wear proper clothes! A one life experience”
