Top Finland Outdoor Activities - page 3

Don’t leave Finland without accomplishing a true Finnish adventure: floating in an icy, arctic lake. Donning your “float suit,” you and your crew will hop into the chilly waters for an experience like none other—all while staying warm and dry. When you’re ready to be on land, you’ll cozy up by the fire with warm drinks and cookies, enjoying winter like it’s meant to be experienced. Hotel pickup and drop off are included for convenience.

No more northern lights tours that leave you disappointed (and like a sardine on a bus). This tour leaves nothing to chance, your expert guide chasing lights across borders if necessary. With no time or distance limits, professional photography included, and small groups, give aurora-hunting your best shot. If you don't find the northern light, receive a full refund for your tour.

Comfortable transport, flexible pacing, and easy walking paths, this tour is perfect for all ages and seasons—whether winter’s snowy magic or summer’s forest charm. Experience Arctic wildlife, ideal for animal photography and families. You’ll be picked up from your accommodation or a meeting point and travel ~80 km to Ranua Zoo near Rovaniemi. Explore the 2.8 km walking trail through pristine forest, home to over 50 Arctic species, including polar bears, wolves, and moose, all in their natural habitats. The tour lasts 2–3 hours inside the park, with plenty of time to enjoy wildlife, visit the souvenir and local chocolate shop, and capture stunning photos.

Enjoy an action-packed day out in Lapland including four memorable activities and attractions. Ride a snowmobile across the snow-covered plains of the Arctic Circle and visit a reindeer farm and take a short reindeer sleigh ride. Continue to a husky dog farm, hop aboard for a short sled ride, and meet the dogs and puppies. Finally, arrive at the Santa Claus Village and enjoy free time to browse the shops, meet Santa, or post a letter from the official post office.

Discover the snow-covered landscapes around the Arctic Circle on a thrilling snowmobile safari. This 1-hour tour is ideal for families, time-crunched travelers, or those trying snowmobiling for the first time. Take your turn driving the snowmobile or hop on the back and take in the views as you speed across frozen plains and zip through snowy forests.

Ride a reindeer-pulled sleigh through the snow and meet these gentle animals on a 2-hour tour from Rovaniemi. Travel to a reindeer farm in the wooded fells, and learn from the friendly herders how they care for these beautiful animals. Then, sit back in a cozy sleigh and enjoy the glittering scenery on a ride through the woods. Take the opportunity to try handling a sled and afterward, warm up with hot berry juice. Everyone — even the little ones — leaves with an international reindeer driver license as a souvenir.

Join our small, family-run company for a unique husky sledding experience in the heart of nature! Drive your own sled with guidance from professional mushers, enjoy friendly dogs, and warm up with hot drinks and cookies after the ride. Our family-friendly tours are perfect for all experience levels, letting you navigate the stunning Arctic landscape on an unforgettable adventure

Admire Helsinki and her islands from the water on a relaxing 1.5-hour sightseeing cruise. Hop aboard a comfortable sightseeing boat, settle on deck or inside the cozy cabin, and absorb the key sights of Helsinki’s shorelines and surrounding archipelagos of beautiful islands. Cruise by top Helsinki attractions such as the mighty UNESCO-listed Suomenlinna Maritime Fortress; see Finland’s fleet of gigantic icebreaker ships; sail into the scenic Degerö Canal, and hear all about Helsinki’s eventful past from the informative onboard commentary. Free WiFi is available on-board for your comfort.

Finding the best places to spot the northern lights can be challenging for even the savviest travelers. On this nighttime tour, head out of Levi on a snowmobile through the snowy wilderness to the best locations to experience the natural light phenomenon.

We are Snowride Lapland, a premium snowmobile company in Rovaniemi offering tours in English, Spanish and French. What sets us apart is that we are the only company in Rovaniemi offering heated sledges for children under 1.35 meters, equipped with seat belts and safely pulled by our guides, ensuring a comfortable and safe experience. We operate some of the newest snowmobiles on the market, providing a smoother, safer and more reliable ride. Tours are limited to a maximum of 8 guests per group, allowing us to provide highly personalized service and exceptional attention. For groups larger than 8, we automatically provide a private tour at no extra cost. All our guides have several years of experience leading snowmobile tours in Lapland, guaranteeing a safe, professional, and high-quality experience from start to finish. We carefully select our guides to ensure top-quality service, unlike many operators who may use inexperienced staff.

Enjoy two fun outdoor activities while in Lapland with this action-packed combo tour. Hop on a snowmobile for a thrilling ride over the snow-covered landscapes and travel out to a remote lake, only reachable by snowmobile. Learn the unique technique of ice fishing and try your luck catching fish in the frozen lake, then warm up with a delicious BBQ lunch around a campfire.

Treat yourself to a special experience from Rovaniemi that combines traditional Lapland cuisine, forest scenery, and a cozy spot to potentially watch the northern lights. Travel to a glass igloo in the forest where you’ll enjoy a private meal cooked over the fire. Then it’s time to look outside and admire your scenic surroundings, looking up to see if the northern lights will come visit.

Combine a city tour of Helsinki with a ferry journey to Suomenlinna Island on this half-day excursion. Listen to guided commentary while exploring the highlights of Helsinki such as Esplanade Park and the Market Square. Hop a ferry to Suomenlinna for a walking tour including the Jetty barracks, the Suomenlinna Church, and the Great Courtyard.

Experience a slice of traditional Sami life on this 2-hour tour from Saariselkä, including a reindeer sleigh ride. Visit a reindeer farm, meet the friendly herders, and enjoy an unforgettable sleigh ride through the countryside, with only the jingle of reindeer bells to break the silence. As you travel, admire the frozen landscapes, and try driving the reindeer with the help of your herder-guide. Afterward, head inside the herders’ cottage or cozy 'kota' tent and hear interesting stories about reindeer care and herding over a reviving coffee or tea.

Venture into the pristine winter wilderness surrounding Rovaniemi in complete silence without disturbing the Arctic flora and fauna with this guided snowshoe excursion. Explore parts of the Lappish countryside accessible only on foot, learn about life in the Arctic, and take in snow-blanketed forests and frozen rivers before stopping to warm up by an open fire and snack on sausages and hot berry juice.

Plan a stress-free ice fishing trip during your stay in Rovaniemi on this tour with door-to-door transport from your local accommodations. In addition to navigating, your guide outfits you in snowshoes and fishing equipment and ensures a safe and enjoyable experience out on the frozen lake. The tour includes a campfire lunch of sausages and your freshly-caught fish (vegetarian option available on request).

Lapland’s remote subarctic wilderness is ideal for snowboarding—but its vast size makes it easy for independent travelers to get lost. On this tour, follow a guide through the snow trails of a snowmobile park near Levi in Finland’s far north region. Drive in two-person teams with the ability to switch drivers as often as you wish. This experience also includes easy round-trip transportation from hotels in the Levi area.

Experience Lapland’s famed Northern Lights from a unique perspective with this ice swimming excursion. Set off from Rovaniemi to an Arctic lake far enough from the city to guarantee dark skies. Don waterproof thermal suits and float serenely in an ice hole at the lake’s center while you stay warm and dry, gazing up at the stars from the water. Enjoy hot drinks and snacks around the fire before returning with included hotel pickup and round-trip transportation.

Sling a pickaxe in an ancient mountaintop amethyst mine on this unusual tour from Rovaniemi. Visit the historic mine and try your hand at finding some stones; you can keep anything that fits in your closed fist. Learn about this Finnish tradition through guided commentary during lunch around a snow bonfire, then return to Rovaniemi.

Cover vast Arctic terrain quickly and access remote landscapes that are otherwise difficult to reach. This snowmobile safari takes you deep into Lapland’s wilderness, offering a sense of freedom and adventure beyond standard sightseeing. Pause for a traditional barbecue in nature, combining adrenaline with authentic local moments in a setting few travelers experience independently.

This is a great pick for nature lovers visiting Finland. Swap Helsinki for a day trip to a stunning national park. First get there with ease, as transportation from Helsinki is included. Then, enjoy a guided hike with a professional wilderness guide to show you the off-the-beaten-path highlights of the winter forest. Along the way, look out for animal trails, and stop for a tasty lunch around a fire.

Experience ice swimming in the winter without the shock and discomfort of getting really cold. Don a special survival suit that will keep you warm, dry, and safe. Learn about ice swimming, at-sea rescues, and the dangers of hypothermia from your guide, then spend around 90 minutes having fun swimming, floating, and jumping from floating ice rafts.

This time-saving tour allows you to see the stunning natural beauty of Finland and meet reindeer on the same trip. Set off from Helsinki in a comfortable private vehicle—the perfect way to avoid the crowds—and visit the picturesque Nuuksio National Park. The trip continues to a reindeer farm where you can learn more about reindeer, and have the opportunity to feed them too.

Explore the Arctic wilderness just outside of Rovaniemi no matter how deep the snowfall with this guided snowmobile safari. Suit up with the provided thermal gear and enjoy convenient hotel pickup before setting out behind your guide to roar through the wilderness and take in the stunning winter landscape. Take a break to warm up with hot drinks and snacks, and snap photos of the icy countryside.