Top Activities on the Ground in Lapland

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.

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.

The fat tires of your bikes allow you to ride on every kind of terrain! The engine will help you in the most difficult moments and will offer an incredible comfort. This is the perfect way to explore Rovaniemi in summer but also in autumn and winter!

Snowshoeing is one of the best ways to move in deep snow. Dating back at least 3500 years, this ancient form of winter hiking is ideal for exploring the Lappish nature offering great opportunities for photography. The tour is guided by a professional photography guide who will also teach you some tricks and techniques for your own landscape and nature photography. We will take breaks during the tour and one longer break will include building a fire and enjoying some light snacks and warm drinks. Tour starts at our meeting point in Levi where everyone will get their equipment ready for the day. We provide you with high quality snowshoes, especially made for deep-snow hiking. After a drive to the wilderness location, we will enter the deep snow in the pristine Arctic nature. If we are lucky, we may encounter some wildlife during our tour.

Santa's Cabin might be the most picturesque place in Lapland! Join us for this private tour where we will hike up to the cabin. We will pick you up from your accommodation. There are many routes and we can select the one you prefer: 1. Gondola ride up and down, with total ~900m snowshoeing 2. Gondola one way, with total ~2km snowshoeing 3. Car to the top of Levi, with total ~2,4km snowshoeing We will have plenty of time to take photos and enjoy the views at the cabin, which is typically covered in snow including the surroundings. We will also enjoy some hot beverage while soaking in the views. We will provide snowshoes, and we can take small detours to enjoy the hiking on deep snow. Our guides are Finnish people permanently living in the area. They will be equipped with a professional camera to take photos of you and your group along the way. This is a private tour so the guide will be there only for you! Kindly notice that the entrance inside of the cabin is not allowed.

Venture into the frozen Arctic wilderness and marvel at one of the most impressive sights in the Lappish countryside with this full-day guided excursion to Korouoma Canyon's frozen waterfalls. Strap on provided boots and winter clothing and hike into the deep canyon to admire dazzling ice formations created as rushing river waters freeze in winter temperatures, then warm up with a traditional Finnish campfire snack around an open fire.

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.

Exciting and unique activity in Luosto, Lapland. Ride to the top of the Lampivaara fell and dig for your very own lucky Lappish gem! No active cycling background required.

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.

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.

The fat tires of your bikes allow you to ride on every kind of terrain : city roads, rocky paths, forests, sand and even snow! This is the perfect way to explore Lapland in summer & autumn! Fatbikes are very easy to ride even for beginners. Electric fatbikes allow you to ride with limited efforts, with the help of a powerful engine and long-lasting battery. Standard fatbikes are designed for those who prefer a pure sporty experience!

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.

Short on time in Lapland? This 2.5-hour reindeer sleigh and husky sled experience from Rovaniemi is just the ticket. Meet and learn about friendly reindeer at a reindeer farm, and settle on a reindeer sleigh for a wonderful ride through the snowy woods. Receive a souvenir reindeer driving license, see the beautiful sled dogs, and take an exciting husky-sled ride through the wintry forests. Finish with a coffee or sweet hot berry juice before returning to Rovaniemi.

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

Hear the sounds, feel the life, taste the sweetness, smell the purity and witness with your own eyes the wonderment of Lapland. Immerse yourself into nature and embrace the healing energy of the forest like a Finn. Join us for an immersive experience in Rovaniemi as we venture into the dense forests of Lapland to take a glimpse at one of the reasons that Finland has come to be known as the happiest country on earth. Suitable for the whole family, this grounding experience is an excellent choice for nature lovers or those seeking to experience closer than ever before. Your guide will also serve you tea made from ingredients found directly from the forest.

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.

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.

Discover the untouched beauty of the Arctic on this guided snowshoeing tour. Trek through a secret forest, soak in the tranquility of nature, and enjoy a traditional wild lunch by a fire in a cozy, authentic teepee. With personalized pick-up and drop-off service, this is the perfect way to experience Lapland’s wilderness and culture in one unforgettable adventure.

Learn all about Lappish culture and its wildlife with this visit to a local reindeer farm outside of Rovaniemi. Hop on the sleigh and enjoy the snowy scenery as you travel down forest paths, pulled by these indigenous creatures. Meet the local reindeer herders and warm up with hot beverages as you hear about their way of life.

Enjoy a complete visit of an authentic reindeer farm, meet the herders and their animals, learn about their lifestyles and reindeer husbandry. As it is the first visit of the day, you will also get the chance to feed the reindeers with some of their favourite food directly from your hands. This is a great chance to approach the animals too, as reindeer are still very wild. After the feeding time, herders will take you in a kota, a traditional wooden house, to explain you more about their lifestyle around the fire. Cookies and hot drinks will also be served, as the herders answer all your questions.

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 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.

Discover the magic of Oulanka National Park on a private winter adventure. Walk along frozen rivers and snowy forests with snowshoes or light crampons, depending on snow conditions. Highlights include the icy rapids of Myllykoski, Aallokkokoski, and the majestic Jyrävä waterfall. Along the way, your local Finnish guide will share stories of the Arctic nature and lead you to the best viewpoints. After the hike, gather around a campfire to enjoy freshly made pancakes with homemade cloudberry jam and hot drinks – the perfect finish to your winter day.

This experience takes place on a real working gold claim in Kuttura, not a tourist demonstration site. During this 3–4 hour experience, you will learn how to identify gold-bearing soil and use traditional tools such as a gold pan, shovel and sluice. The activity is fully hands-on and includes digging, washing and checking material for gold. At the end, the collected material is carefully cleaned, and any gold you find can be taken home in a small glass vial. The group size is limited to a maximum of 8 participants to ensure personal guidance. Pickup from Ivalo and Saariselkä is available on request.