Top Finland Nature and Wildlife Tours - page 4

Nature-loving travelers won’t want to miss this small-group guided cruise on Lake Saimaa, Puumala. Enjoy the views of the Saimaa archipelago and look out for the local seals playing in the water. Learn more about the nature of this region from live on-board commentary. Cruises depart multiple times per week in the summer months, so choose a time to suit your needs.

Embrace the great outdoors with this adventure through Lapland. Scan the sky looking for places that are clear of clouds with advice from guides experienced in weather patterns and Aurora predictions. Ride into the wilderness and see animals including reindeer and red fox. Travel to this magical experience in a private vehicle equipped with on board Wifi for comfort and convenience.

The aurora borealis (northern lights) are best seen from Rovaniemi city limits—although sightings can never be guaranteed. Spend a magical evening in the Arctic countryside on this group tour. After pickup in a comfortable car, your guide brings you to an open cottage for a Lappish barbecue feast and hot drinks with marshmallows around a fire as you wait for the lights.

Make the most of the snow-covered wintery landscape around Levi on a fun two-hour reindeer safari. Your sled will be driven by your guide so you can relax and enjoy the experience. Ride through snowy forests, admiring the views along the way. Stop for a warming hot drink and learn more about the animals and traditional Lappish culture. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included for your convenience.

Enjoy a memorable Northern Lights tour and watch on this 2-hour late night trip from Rovaniemi, with an informative guide. Leave Rovaniemi’s artificial lights behind to maximise the chance of sightings, and head to a traditional Finnish tent set beside a lake. Keep warm by a crackling campfire as you observe the skies and hear fascinating folk tales about the lights, known in Finland as ‘fire foxes.’ Savor hot drinks and snacks cooked on the fire, and with luck, be witness to a wondrous display of the natural lights.

Drive your own husky team through Lapland’s forests on a small-group experience designed to be active, personal, and authentic — even outside the winter season. Operated by The Original Aurora Hunters®, Arctic GM is a family-run company with roots in Lapland dating back to the 1600s, combining local knowledge with a strong focus on quality and guest experience. After pickup, you’ll arrive at a secluded husky farm on private land, away from busy tourist areas. Meet the energetic huskies and receive clear instructions before setting off on a 5–8 km self-driven safari using a wheeled cart designed for autumn conditions. Each cart is shared between two guests, with the option to switch drivers. This is also the huskies’ training season, when they are most active after summer, offering a unique and engaging experience in nature. After the ride, spend time with the dogs before relaxing by the fire with hot drinks and a traditional Lapland barbecue.

Spend a day away from the city and immerse yourself in Finland’s nature during this exciting mushroom-hunting experience. Join a small group and head to Liesjärvi National Park to forage for prized chanterelle mushrooms. Your guide teaches you to identify edible and poisonous mushrooms, then prepares a Finnish-style lunch with a drink and dessert by the campfire. The tour is accessible via public transportation for easier arrival and departure.

Be immersed in Lapland’s natural landscape on this small-group snow-hiking tour, with included round-trip transfer from your Rovaniemi hotel. Upon arrival, strap on your snowshoes and follow your professional guide deep into the forest for a glimpse of Arctic flora and fauna, then take a seat around the campfire to learn more about wilderness survival over a traditional sausage supper and blueberry tea.

Hunt for the Aurora Borealis, otherwise called the Northern Lights, on a 3-hour adventure from Rovaniemi. With a knowledgeable local guide, travel into the countryside where the dark skies heighten the chances of sightings. Settle around a campfire at a viewing spot and hear mystical tales and facts from your guide about the lights, known as ‘fire foxes’ in Finland. Enjoy a picnic cooked on the fire, and with luck, be treated to views of the lights swirling through the sky. Numbers are limited to eight for a personalized experience.

Wrap up warm for a hammock relaxation experience in the heart of a Lapland forest. After a walk through the century-old pine trees of the HaliPuu (hugging tree) forest, you’ll hunker down in a hammock cocoon to relax, leaving your worries behind as you sway gently between the trees. A warming blackcurrant juice and snack are provided at the end.

Immerse yourself in the culture of Finland on a Saimaa Lake cruise that comes with traditional music and folkloric stories. Your skipper tells engaging stories as you sail serenely past the scenery of the lake in a small group limited to only 10 other people. Plus, onboard Wi-Fi and refreshments help you feel refreshed.

Hike among the striking frozen waterfalls of Korouoma on this full-day trek from Rovaniemi. Embarking on an Arctic hike in unfamiliar territory on your own may be difficult, but with a guide in the lead you'll be completely safe. Let your guide take care of navigation and listen to informative commentary on the Arctic's flora, fauna, and geology as you travel through canyons and forests. Stop for a bonfire lunch and a hot drink.

Don’t choose between a memorable meal and experiencing the northern lights. Just 18 miles (30 kilometers) from Rovaniemi, you could be sitting inside a glass igloo enjoying authentic Lapland cuisine cooked over fire, all while surrounded by pristine wilderness. Stay warm while gazing at stars—and, if you’re lucky, the aurora. Weather depending, your guide can even offer a snowmobile adventure on a frozen lake, perfect for the whole family.

Spotting the northern lights tops the list of most unforgettable experiences in Lapland, but it can be a challenge to catch this spectacular natural phenomenon. Increase your chances of standing in awe under a glowing sky with this small-group excursion that takes you to an arctic lake for optimal viewing. Keep warm with hot snacks and drinks while you wait for the heavens to shimmer.

You can come to our husky farm completely immersed in the Finnish Lapland forest, and spend a few hours in the company of our affectionate friends, happy to be able to take a ride in the snow with you. You can then sip a hot drink by the fire of our kota, or have a light snack or book a meal at our restaurant. You can go for walks and snowshoeing in the woods or try the experience of an authentic Finnish sauna heated with wood, followed by a nice hot tub bath, completely surrounded by snow and nature

Learn about reindeer and Sami culture during this Rovaniemi Reindeer Farm Experience. This experience includes hotel pickup for an easy day. You’ll spend time with the animals on the farm and feed them under the supervision of your guide. Then, you’ll sit by a fire and enjoy a snack and hot drinks as you hear stories of the farm.

Experience one of the most authentic features of Lappish culture with this reindeer farm visit and sleigh driving trial. Skip the hassle of arranging transport with hotel pickup in Rovaniemi, then head to the farm to meet herders and watch the reindeer being fed. Afterwards, try a short self-driven sleigh ride, a traditional Arctic transport method.

Save time and hassle during your Rovaniemi stay by booking ahead for this Arctic backcountry skiing adventure. Head into the snowy forests outside town and set off on cutting-edge skin skis that allow greater access to the wilds. Immerse yourself in nature as you glide across the snow, get nature photo tips from a photography guide, and enjoy grilled sausages on route. Equipment and hotel pickup and drop-off are included.

Combine two of the Arctic’s bucket-list experiences in a single night with this combined husky sledding and Northern Lights spotting adventure. Set off under the stars and mush through the snow-covered countryside to reach a prime viewing spot for the Aurora Borealis. Relax by the fire outside a traditional Lappish hut and ward off the cold with hot snacks while you watch the sky, hoping to catch nature’s light show.

Increase your chances of seeing the elusive northern lights while staying warm during a private dinner in a glass igloo and northern lights chase from Rovaniemi. Hit the frozen landscape by private vehicle and enjoy a hearty 3-course campfire dinner as your guide shares stories about the lights. If you’re lucky with the weather, ride a snow scooter across a frozen lake on a thrilling aurora borealis hunt.

Get up close and personal with two animals that symbolize Lappish culture with this excursion to reindeer and husky farms near Rovaniemi. Learn how to navigate a reindeer sleigh to earn your “reindeer sleigh license” and snap photos of these iconic animals, then head off on a husky safari through the snow-covered forest on board an authentic dog sled. Hotel pickup and drop off are included for convenience.

Don’t just wait around and hope that you see the Northern Lights–get active and go searching for them on the back of a snowmobile. Your guide will take you along paths through the countryside where you’re most likely to see the lights on a particular day. Hot drinks and snacks will be provided to keep you comfortable on this five-hour evening adventure. Hotel pickup is included for your convenience.

A major highlight of traveling to Finland in the winter is viewing the northern lights. On this convenient tour you’ll get the best possible chance of seeing them, as you’ll be taken to a very dark area that’s free of light pollution. Drive around and stop wherever is best for seeing the lights. You’ll be advised on how to take effective photos of the phenomenon. Also enjoy a barbeque dinner in a cozy tent, from which you can look out for the lights.

Combine a Northern Lights search with a snowmobile ride—and enjoy two activities in one all-inclusive, time-saving trip—with this tour from Rovaniemi. Book ahead to ensure your place, and race across the snowy expanses on a 2-person snowmobile to a camp. With luck, see the lights here over sausages and drinks around the campfire. The tour includes hotel transfers, with an upgrade option to ride a snowmobile solo. Please be advised the price of your ticket is per person - twin driving. You will ride the snowmobile in pairs (twin riding), a driver and a passenger on each snowmobile, with the opportunity to switch during the ride. Before the tour you can buy a solo driving option.