Top Lapland Hiking Tours

Experience the enchanting winter landscape of Riisitunturi National Park on a guided full-day hike from Rovaniemi. Witness the iconic Arctic Snow Monsters and traverse breathtaking snow-covered forests along well-maintained winter trails. This small-group tour, limited to 8 participants, ensures a relaxed pace with ample opportunities for photography and exploration. Enjoy a traditional Finnish lunch prepared over an open fire, making your day in the wilderness truly memorable. Ideal for those with normal mobility and basic fitness, this tour operates in all winter weather conditions. - Discover surreal winter scenery and the Arctic Snow Monsters - Small-group experience for personalized attention - Enjoy a traditional lunch by an open fire in the Arctic wilderness - Guided by a professional local expert with insights on Lapland's nature

Unless you hire a car and know your way around, exploring the Arctic wilderness outside Rovaniemi is easier and more rewarding with a guide. With this year-round wilderness tour, delve into the untouched forests or fells, and connect with nature, Lappish style. Discover how to move quietly, look for wildlife and animal tracks; learn to build a fire without matches, and more. Snacks, hot drinks, and hotel transfers are included.

Join on a guided hike through the Korouoma National Park and admire the frozen waterfalls of the canyon. Enjoy a BBQ in the peaceful surroundings of the national park.

Savor the silence of the Arctic wilderness and explore snow-covered forests and trails not accessible to motor vehicles with this snowshoeing adventure. Suit up in Rovaniemi and head to the trailhead, where you’ll follow your guide into the woods and along frozen rivers, tracking wildlife along the way. Stop to learn how to make a fire without matches and warm up with hot drinks and snacks before the return hike.

Join us for an unforgettable ski adventure near Lake Norvajärvi! Specializing in small groups, we provide a unique opportunity to explore the pristine beauty of Lapland on our private property. Using easy-to-manage skis, you’ll navigate our personally built trails, designed to showcase the diverse Arctic terrain—think enchanting swamps, forests, and open lakes. This approximately three-hour tour includes a relaxing break at our cozy Kota, where you can unwind while taking in breathtaking views. As we continue our journey, you'll reach one of the most magnificent viewpoints in the Rovaniemi area. Throughout the adventure, your guide will share insights about Lapland's rich history, fascinating geology, and vibrant culture, all tailored to your interests. We take great pride in crafting this authentic experience and look forward to sharing the magic of Lapland with you. Don't miss this chance to connect with nature and enjoy a truly special day in the Arctic wilderness!

Explore the Korouoma Canyon in autumn, when the landscape transforms into a mix of golden forests, rugged cliffs, and flowing waterfalls. 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 focus on small-group experiences and guided hiking. After pickup, you will travel to Korouoma Nature Reserve, one of Finland’s most impressive canyon areas. The hike takes you through forest trails and along the canyon floor, passing waterfalls and scenic viewpoints that are especially vibrant during autumn. The pace is moderate, with time to enjoy the surroundings, take photos, and learn about the local nature and landscape. During the hike, you will stop to enjoy a traditional Lapland barbecue in a natural setting.

Embark on an adventure into the Arctic wilderness and witness one of Lapland’s most breathtaking natural wonders—the frozen waterfalls of Korouoma Canyon. Equipped with sturdy boots, journey deep into the canyon to take in the stunning ice formations sculpted by winter’s chill. After an invigorating hike, unwind by an open fire and enjoy a hearty lunch in the serene, snowy landscape.

During this adventure we will hike through glorious Arctic nature and Nordic forests. The massive frozen waterfalls are sure to impress and create extraordinary landscapes for photography. Frozen rivers and rugged gorges pierce the snowy scenery as we hike on the trail to visit the frozen waterfall. We rest around a campfire in the canyon and enjoy the splendid surroundings and gaze up at the mighty frozen waterfalls, which stand out from rugged and pure Arctic wilderness around us. During the adventure we will stop at a lean-to and build a fire, over which your photography guide will prepare a light lunch for the group. This adventure is your top choice to experience versatile Arctic nature including forests, ice falls, rivers, cliffs and wilderness. Always heading out in a small group, ensures that we can offer you the most exclusive way to experience this world-class location. Your professional photographer-guide will capture the best photos during the experience.

Explore the beautiful landscapes of Riisitunturi National Park with this all-day guided adventure departing from Rovaniemi. Your guide will show you the most spectacular winter sceneries and magical snowy trees and teach you about life at the Arctic Circle! In all our activities, our groups are limited to 8 people maximum. It is very important for us to provide you with the best experience possible, and avoid mass tourism. This way, your guide will know you better and will be able to address all your needs and answer your questions. As we usually say - the smaller the group, the bigger the experience!

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.

Experience the wild Taiga forest and what the Lapland wilderness has best to offer. On this tour, you will feel the peace of the arctic nature, hike through the forests, and learn about your surroundings and some basic survival skills.. The Wilderness Survival Tour is a very special opportunity to those who wish to wander into the forest to try and get a glimpse of the spectacular and elusive Finnish wildlife and natural beauty of Lapland. This tour is also intended to be very educational - your guide will share with you their knowledge and passion about nature, and teach you about the secrets of Finnish nature as well as some basic survival skills. The tour has different levels of difficulty depending on your ability, your guide will discuss this with you upon pick up and between you, the best route will be decided. MIDNIGHT SUN SPECIAL: In June and July, the tour has an additional start in the evening. A special attention is then given to the Midnight Sun and its colours.

This adventure stands out because it offers something you won’t find in typical tourist activities: real authenticity. You’re not visiting a commercial attraction — you’re stepping into the everyday life of a small local family and their reindeer farm, where there are no crowds, no staged shows, and no rush. You get exclusive access to a private farm with hundreds of reindeer, yet only your small group is present. This creates a calm, personal, and intimate atmosphere where you can truly connect with the animals, ask questions, and learn deeply about the culture of Lapland. Also the cabin by private lake is super cozy and uniq. Walking on the private frozen lake to the snowy forest makes you think you are in the movie <3 All by your self with small group with you. We only take 8 in one group. Read the rewies and make the choice <3

This hike is a one on it's kind! You will see something as never seen before, magical and enchanting landscapes , a winter frozen wonderland site. Feel like walking on the moon. Escape from reality and enjoy a dreamy adventure!

Visit the northernmost zoo in the world, Ranua Zoo, on this organized trip from Rovaniemi. With tickets purchased in advance and all transportation arranged, this is the easiest way to visit the zoo. During the tour, learn about the more than 50 Arctic species living in natural enclosures on the property through guided commentary.

Experience the authentic side of Lappish culture and learn how locals have survived in the Arctic for millennia with this private foraging adventure. Join your expert forager guide for a stroll through the forest in search of wild berries and mushrooms and learn how to choose edible varieties. Take a break with snacks and drinks along the way and bring your haul home with you to cook and enjoy.

Step into untouched Arctic wilderness and explore landscapes inaccessible to vehicles or typical tours. Snowshoeing allows you to move quietly through deep snow, revealing a slower, more authentic side of Lapland. Finish with a traditional barbecue in nature, creating a balanced experience that combines light adventure, cultural connection, and moments rarely found on standard itineraries.

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.

Experience the authentic nature of Lapland on a relaxed outdoor tour combining berry picking, fishing, and photography.

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.

Tour is very interesting for people who like wild and exotic nature. Tour is also interesting because of different location which group will change during the Ice-fishing tour. Also food made by fire is different and people can try local food and traditions.

Discover the breathtaking beauty of Korouoma Canyon on a guided hike through snowy landscapes and frozen waterfalls. Enjoy a peaceful walk surrounded by towering cliffs and pristine nature, with warm drinks and snacks along the way. Your expert guides share fascinating stories about the area's geology, plants, and wildlife. Perfect for nature lovers and adventure seekers, this tour offers an unforgettable experience in the heart of Lapland's wilderness.

This backcountry skiing tour takes you into the quiet wilderness of Pallas-Yllästunturi National Park, far from groomed slopes and marked tracks. We move through snow-covered forests and open terrain, where every turn reveals a new perspective on the landscape. With a small group, the experience remains personal and flexible, allowing the pace and route to adapt to the snow conditions and the rhythm of the group. This is a true wilderness skiing experience, focused on exploration, movement, and the feeling of being completely surrounded by Arctic nature.

Explore the stunning landscapes of Korouoma Canyon & Auttiköngäs historical log transportation site Year-round. Korouoma Canyon & Auttiköngäs in different seasons: Summer: Green, peaceful, and full of beautiful hiking trails. It is a great time to enjoy the canyon views, forests, and fresh nature. Autumn: In autumn, nature becomes colorful with red, yellow, and orange leaves. It is a perfect season for photography and peaceful nature walks. Winter: Winter makes these canyons magical. Both canyons are covered in snow, and its famous frozen waterfalls create a truly special fairy tale Arctic experience. Spring: In spring, the snow starts melting and nature slowly wakes up again. The canyons feels fresh, calm, and beautiful during this season. The East Lapland road-trip is raw, real & full of adventures. Keep an eye out for Arctic wildlife as your guide shares intriguing stories about the local flora and fauna throughout the journey.