Top Lapland Outdoor Activities

Seeing the northern lights is a major reason to come to Lapland in winter, but the beautiful light show can be elusive. Don’t waste time driving around in the dark for hours by yourself. On this small-group tour, your guides know where you’re most likely to see the aurora borealis. The route isn’t fixed as you go wherever you need to on the day, for a truly personalized experience.

Visit a traditional reindeer farm and learn about reindeer from the herders. You will also be given the chance to feed them their favourite food. After the visit, you will be introduced to the canoes. You can spend a couple of hours paddling around the wonderful lake where you will get to understand just how peaceful it is when you get on the water in Lapland.

We are Snowride Lapland, a premium snowmobile company in Rovaniemi offering tours in English, Spanish and French. What sets us apart is our commitment to small group experiences. We operate with a maximum of 8 guests per group, allowing us to provide highly personalized service and exceptional attention. For larger groups of more than 8 people, we automatically provide a private tour at no extra cost. While many companies run large, mass tours, we focus on quality over quantity. All our guides have several years of experience leading snowmobile tours in Rovaniemi, ensuring a safe, smooth, and professional experience from start to finish. We operate only the newest snowmobiles on the market for a reliable and comfortable ride. This tour is designed exclusively for adults. Unlike other operators, we separate family and adult tours, so everyone can enjoy the pace and style that suits them best.

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.

Head into the frozen forests of Finland accompanied by some furry friends on a husky safari from Levi. Ideal for families and dog lovers, this tour includes a visit to a husky farm and a sled ride led by the strong dogs. Plus, you’ll receive personalized attention in a small group limited to only 15 people.

Christmas atmosphere for the whole family. Activity has 5 different Christmasssy tasks to complete during the stay in local Reindeer farm.

Venture beyond the Arctic Circle to a reindeer farm, enjoy a sledge ride and learn about the traditions of reindeer herding in Lapland!

This experience offers you the possibility to enjoy a traditional Finnish sauna in beautiful scenery. This renovated 1958 sauna is at a 20-minute drive from Rovaniemi city center and is situated 150 meters from the bus stop. The private session is split between relaxation times in the steam bath, rocked by the crackling of the wooden stove, the sauna scent, and refreshing times bathing in the freezing water of the river. The alternance of warm and cold will relax your body and mind. A guide will show you the facilities and their use before giving clogs, towels and drinkable water. He stays available anytime in a way to insure you the best sauna conditions possible.

This tour will take you on a thrilling aurora hunting to the witness nature's most spectacular light show. We start on a trip in the evening. Since nature is unpredictable, we are going to visit a few spots in order to increase our chances of seeing the Northern Lights. We are going tens of kilometers away from the city lights beyond the Arctic Circle and stop in picturesque places to discover the real arctic nature and the frozen forest. Enjoying the Northern Lights we are grilling sausages, taste Finnish pie, warm up with hot berry juice with cookies, and grill some marshmallows by a cozy fire under the Arctic sky. This tour is perfect for adventurers, photographers, travelers Aurora Borealis is a nature unpredictable phenomenon and there is no guarantee to be hunted every night.

Increase your chances of seeing the Northern Lights with this experience. Although not guaranteed, your experienced guide will take you to different locations where the lights are most likely to be seen, away from the light pollution of nearby towns. Keep warm with included teas and coffees, as well as the option to rent winter overalls and boots (additional cost).

Experience a reliable Northern Lights hunt from Rovaniemi with an expert team focused on finding clear skies and real aurora visibility — backed by our simple promise: No aurora = No payment. We do not follow fixed loops, we chase conditions. Each night our route is planned from scratch using cloud data, solar forecasts, and road access so we can position ourselves in the best possible viewing locations. If the skies are open 120 km away, that’s where we go. On larger departures, we operate with a warm and comfortable heated coach bus and multiple guides to ensure smooth coordination, guest support, and photography assistance throughout the night. All departures are led by a trained Aurora photographer who documents the night with professional DSLR equipment and sends the edited photos digitally after the tour. Throughout the experience we keep you comfortable with warm berry juice and snacks served at our viewing spot.

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.

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.

Explore one of Finland’s finest natural attractions with this small, intimate-group tour to Korouoma National Park. See the tiers of frozen waterfalls after a hike through snow-covered trees in the park. Your guide takes you, so you don’t need to worry about logistics. Enjoy provided lunch and snacks along the way, so all you need to bring with you is a water bottle and your sense of adventure.

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.

Finding the Northern Lights without a guide may mean wasted searches—something you can’t afford if you’re short on time in Finland. This tour from Rovaniemi ups the chances of sightings with a guide to interpret the conditions and take you to a prime viewpoint. Plus, you’ll hear stories about the lights you might miss if searching alone, and enjoy a Lappish barbecue as an extra local touch.

Snowmobiling at night in Lapland offers a unique perspective — riding through silent, snow-covered forests under the Arctic sky, with the chance to see the Northern Lights above. With Arctic GM, the experience focuses on quality and comfort: small groups, quieter routes away from mass tourism, experienced guides, and premium equipment. Operated by The Original Aurora Hunters®, Arctic GM is a family-run company with roots in Lapland dating back to the 1600s. Your evening begins with pickup and transfer to a private base. After instructions, you’ll set off on snowmobiles shared between two guests, with a driver switch during the ride. The route includes around 2 hours of driving through forests and open landscapes, far from city lights. Stops are made to enjoy the surroundings and check the sky — if conditions are favorable, the Northern Lights may appear. After the ride, warm up with hot drinks and light snacks.

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.

We will travel 20 minutes from Rovaniemi by minivan and take a short walk to reach the lake. The location is our own private place away from the crowds in the middle of the peaceful nature. The main activity is of course fishing itself, but the frozen lake also offers an ideal setting for landscape and wildlife photos. Once we reach the lake, we will teach you the basics of ice fishing and enjoy a pleasant afternoon fishing and photographing. We will also set up a campfire in traditional Lappish Teepee and enjoy some hot drinks and snacks – and of course fry our catch of the day!

Scenic route deep in the real wilderness, far from the crowds Authentic husky farm run by local owners and guides Peaceful atmosphere with small groups and unhurried pace Drive your own husky team on a 6–10 km snowy trail Short stop during the ride for photos in the silent forest Time with the huskies after the safari—cuddles and pictures Relax by the fire in a warm kota with hot drinks, grill sausages, and enjoy festive Christmas cookies for a truly cozy Lapland experience.

Increase your chances of admiring (and photographing) the elusive northern lights with this high-energy tour that will go to all lengths so you get the show of a lifetime. With maximal time and distance limits, this excursion will take you far and wide to catch the aurora borealis and almost guarantees a glimpse—if the night ends with no photos, you will be refunded.

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.

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.