Top Finland Safaris - page 3

Increase your chances of spotting the Northern Lights (Aurora Borealis) on a private tour from Saariselkä. As well as enjoying the undivided attention of your guide, you’ll be able ti tweak your itinerary and receive tailored photography advice on how to capture the best shots of the natural phenomenon.

Try wild-caught arctic king crab pulled from a Norwegian fjord on a full-day foodie adventure from Finnish Lapland. Suit up in winter gear for a trip by snowmobile sledge, help open up an ice hole and bring in the king crab traps, then taste king crab in a remarkable setting that’s 250 miles (400 kilometers) north of the Arctic Circle. This full-day tour from Finland to Norway includes breakfast, lunch, and all activities, with pickup and drop-off at selected hotels.

Lapland is known for its reindeer. See them up close and get an adrenaline rush too on this private snowmobile safari. Everything’s provided, from warm, high-quality winter gear to round-trip transfers, while your guide leads the way and shows you how to ride. Lunch is a very special treat: three courses of elevated Lapland cuisine served by the fire in a glass igloo with winter forest views.

Go deep into the Finnish woods to forage for mushrooms and berries on this off-the-beaten-path tour from Rovaniemi. Your guide will show you the best places to find these natural treasures, then you’ll relax with a turn in the lakeside sauna, lake swimming and fishing. Sit down for a traditional Finnish meal of grilled salmon, pork sausage, mushroom soup, marshmallow and blueberry tea while listening to your guide’s commentary on Finnish nature and recreation traditions.

The Northern Lights are an Arctic spectacle, but few tourists are familiar with the legends they’ve inspired. Gain insight into Nordic mythology from your guide while you watch the natural light show on a small-group tour from Kemi. Round-trip transfer ensures easy access to the rural viewing location, where views are unobstructed by city pollution. Keep warm with hot drinks and a meal included in the price.

Explore natural landscapes often inaccessible to visitors on a snowmobile tour that departs from Rovaniemi. In addition to providing a tutorial for all skill levels, your guide navigates unmarked and secluded paths while you take in the snowy scenery. No need to worry about disturbing wildlife: The snowmobiles are eco-friendly and guarantee no noise pollution.

Explore Lapland and the area surrounding Rovaniemi by snowmobile on this guided, small group tour. You’ll have transport from your hotel, winter clothes and boots, and warm drinks all provided for you. You’ll be warm, safe, and have a blast on your Lynx Adventurer ACE snowmobile, either as driver or passenger.

Begin your adventure with a convenient pickup from Rovaniemi and travel to a traditional Lappish reindeer farm. Meet friendly reindeer up close and enjoy a peaceful 500-meter sleigh ride through the snowy landscape, guided by professional herders. Visit the enclosure, feed the reindeer, and explore a 100-year-old herder’s yard for a glimpse into historic Lapland life. Warm up with hot drinks while local herders share stories about reindeer herding and daily life. You’ll also receive a symbolic Reindeer Driving License as a special souvenir. Continue to a husky kennel to meet an energetic husky pack. Enjoy a 500-meter husky sled ride through the forest, led by an experienced musher as you relax in the sled. After the ride, visit a traditional kota (Lappish hut) for an informative talk about huskies and more hot drinks.

Combine several snow-based activities in a single day during this tour from Rovaniemi. Perfect for those short on time who don't know if they want to ice fish, snowshoe, sled, or try kick-sledding; this tour allows you to try all traditional winter activities. Equipment, extra-warm winter clothing, and instruction is included for all activities, so even beginners can participate.

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.

Immerse yourself in the typical Lappish lifestyle on this half-day tour from Rovaniemi. Listen to your guide’s commentary on the ways the reindeer herder takes care of them and the life cycle of these majestic animals as you take a tour of the reindeer farm, including a chance to feed the reindeer.

Travel through the snowy Lappish forest like a local—on a snowmobile—on this half-day tour. Keep warm with provided thermal gear, far superior than anything you may have packed in your suitcase, and enjoy some hot blueberry juice to stay hydrated along the way. During the tour, see spectacular scenery you wouldn’t see otherwise, such as forests and lakes of the Arctic Circle.

Book in advance to save time in Rovaniemi and enjoy a reindeer-drawn ride through Lapland’s forests without having to arrange your own return transport with this excursion. After hotel pickup, visit a reindeer farm in the countryside, settle inside a cozy sled and carve through snowy woodlands pulled by a reindeer. Afterward, enjoy hot berry juice and snacks, learn about reindeer life from the herders, and feed the reindeers.

Do you know what makes a place become an ideal spot for aurora spectating? somewhere high and away from light pollution. Come with us and you can stand on a high Lappish hill (sorry we don’t have a mountain in Finland), feeling like you’re floating between the earth surface and the sky, listening to the breezing sound of the trees, staring at the mysterious pitch dark of Polar Night (Kaamos). Additionally, we offer you a culturally decorated Kota, where you can spend the moment together having Finnish evening snacks with our Karelian pie with reindeer paste, grilling sausages, try the 3 most typical Finnish bread, hot drinks are also available. You will have a 7km snowmobile sleigh ride around the untouched forest to explore the wonderful nature of Finland.

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.

This snowshoeing tour takes you beyond the usual routes, into the quiet and untouched landscapes of Ylläs. We move through remote forests and open fells, where the silence and vastness of Lapland truly come to life. With a small group, the experience feels personal and relaxed, allowing you to fully connect with the surrounding nature. The pace is adapted to the group and the conditions, for a more immersive and authentic winter experience, far from typical tourist activities in Lapland. This is not just a walk in the snow, but a deeper way to experience Lapland: slower, quieter, and closer to nature.

There’s nothing quite like Arctic nature, and this guided hiking tour takes you to one of Lapland’s most exquisite sights: the Autti Waterfalls. With pickup from your hotel, you’ll hit the trailhead and follow your guide into and through the forest, getting spectacular views at every turn. After you’ve reached the falls, you’ll gather around the campfire for a barbecue featuring chicken breast, sweet potato, Lappish bread, marshmallow, and hot blueberry juice.

Check off three of Lapland’s most popular and kid-friendly experiences in just one day on this small-group combo tour from Rovaniemi. Start with hotel pickup and a visit to Santa Claus Village amusement park to cross the Arctic Circle and meet the man himself, then drive a reindeer-pulled sleigh yourself before heading to a husky ranch to meet working dogs and enjoy a longer ride on a husky-pulled sleigh.

Step away from the crowds and into the quiet heart of Finnish Lapland. On this small-group wilderness adventure, we wander through ancient forests, open fells, and snowy trails that few visitors ever reach. The pace allows for time to listen, to breathe, and to truly take in the Arctic’s gentle rhythm. Your guides, Ciara and Susi, call this place home. Ciara is an outdoor instructor from Ireland living here for five years, with a passion for creating meaningful, nature-based experiences. Susi, from Germany is a long-time Lapland local living here for 20 years - a veterinary technician for huskies, she brings a deep connection to the land and its wildlife. Together, they share their love for the Arctic and its quiet way of life. Whether you’re snowshoeing for the first time or have spent years exploring the outdoors, this experience offers something more than a hike. It’s a chance to slow down, connect with nature, and feel the stillness that makes Lapland so special.

For the most authentic Finnish experience, you just cannot miss out on a sauna. Our local guides will take you out to a lakeside cabin to experience a traditional, Finnish sauna. **Note: The official midnight sun season in Rovaniemi is from June 6 to July 7. Out of season, we can enjoy the bright summer nights and beautiful sunsets We will also operate out of season as the nights are still long enough to perform the activity. **Departure time may vary. Please check the email the local provider sends for the exact pick-up time.

Seeing the northern lights is non-negotiable for many visitors to Rovaniemi. But to get the best views you need a location far from light pollution and weather impacts. Join a guide and a professional photographer who both helps with your own shots and documents your experience on this intimate adventure direct from Rovaniemi. The images they share will enshrine the moment for many years to come.

Join our small group as we venture into remote and pristine locations in Lapland, where the chances of witnessing the mesmerizing dance of the Aurora Borealis are at their highest. We'll visit 2-3 locations on our hunt for this break-taking phenomenon and enjoy a traditional, Finnish snack and hot beverage along our journey. Experienced guiding services are included in this tour, as well.

This night skiing tour takes you into the Arctic wilderness after dark, when the landscapes of Ylläs become completely silent and transformed. Under the night sky, you ski through forests and across a frozen lake, far from any artificial lights or crowds. With only the sound of your skis on snow, the experience feels calm, immersive, and almost surreal. Depending on conditions, the night sky may reveal stars or even the Northern Lights, adding a unique atmosphere to the journey. Midway through the tour, we take a break in a traditional kota, where we light a fire, warm up, and enjoy a hot drink in the middle of the forest. This is a rare opportunity to experience Lapland in its most peaceful and atmospheric form, moving through nature when it feels completely untouched.

We will provide you hot blueberry juice to keep you warm and comfortable during the tour. The bus will make multiple stops at various locations, so there will be plenty of opportunities to catch a glimpse of the auroras. Don't worry about feeling cold since we will provide you some winter clothes and you can always get warm in the bus. It's the best way to enjoy Lapland. Departure time may vary. Please check the email the local provider sends for the exact pick-up time.