Top Lapland On the Water

Venture into the serene snowy wilderness on snowshoes, traversing frozen landscapes to a tranquil lake nestled deep in Finland's pristine nature. Led by a knowledgeable local guide, discover the art of ice fishing as you learn to read the ice and drill for the best catch. While the fish bite, gather around a cozy open fire to savor a traditional Finnish BBQ with sausages, accompanied by hot drinks and captivating tales of Lapland. If fortune smiles upon us, enjoy the unique experience of cooking your freshly caught fish over the flames, embracing authentic Finnish culinary traditions in the heart of winter's beauty.

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.

Experience the Calm of Arctic Waters: Float in Cozy Comfort with Warm Drinks Under the Lappish Skies

- Infinity pool beneath the Northern Lights - Luxury Arctic spa surrounded by Lapland wilderness - Fire, silence, warmth and panoramic forest views - Nordic saunas and immersive Arctic wellness rituals - Cinematic spa experience high above the Arctic nature

Experience the Midnight Sun and the beautiful sunset colors in Rovaniemi (Lapland) in summer with a unique evening canoe tour. The tour is accessible to all levels, including beginners and families with kids. The departure will also be adapted to the sunset hours!

This is a way to enjoy the beautiful white frozen landscapes and doing the most traditional winter local activity. Try your luck catching an arctic fish

Your experience begins with a choice of pickup from selected locations in central Kemi or direct arrival at the main building, where a large free parking area is available. After check‑in you have time to visit the area before the included transfer brings you to harbor in Kemi to board the Icebreaker Sampo. Once on board, you will be welcomed with a non‑alcoholic drink before joining a guided tour that introduces the vessel’s history and operations. The cruise travels through the frozen Gulf of Bothnia, where you can experience floating among the ice in a thermal survival suit. When conditions permit, you may also step out onto the frozen sea. Throughout the cruise, warm indoor lounges and an onboard café‑restaurant offer comfortable spaces to relax. Lunch is included on afternoon departures and served in the ship’s restaurant. At the end of the experience, you will receive a participation certificate as a keepsake before returning to drop of locations.

Enjoy an ice fishing expedition to Lake Inari on this exciting 5-hour tour from Ivalo. Accompanied by a professional fisherman guide, ride a minibus into the snowy Arctic landscapes. Then, board a snowmobile-drawn sleigh and be whisked to Lake Inari, Finland’s third-largest lake. On arrival, receive a rod and instructions, and drop a line through a hole in the ice. Soak in the beautiful surrounding nature as you wait, and with luck, land some catches. Afterward, relax over a hearty campfire lunch and hot drinks before your return to Ivalo.

Begin your day with round‑trip transportation from Rovaniemi to Kemi. Upon arrival, you will check in for your icebreaker cruise and have free time to explore the included exhibitions in the main building area. After your visit, a shuttle transfer takes you to Kemi’s harbor to board the Icebreaker Sampo. Once on board, you will be welcomed with a non‑alcoholic drink before joining a guided tour that introduces the vessel’s history and operations. The four‑hour cruise travels through the frozen Gulf of Bothnia, where you can experience floating among the ice in a thermal survival suit. When conditions permit, you may also step out onto the frozen sea. Throughout the cruise, warm indoor lounges and an onboard café‑restaurant offer comfortable spaces to relax. Lunch is included on afternoon departures and served in the ship’s restaurant. At the end of the experience, you will receive a participation certificate as a keepsake before returning to Rovaniemi.

Explore Lapland in summer with a unique canoe trip! Enjoy a great time on peaceful waters away from Rovaniemi! This guided tour is adapted to all levels!

Step into the magical Arctic night and discover one of Lapland’s oldest winter traditions: evening burbot ice fishing. This 4-hour experience takes place at our private basecamp on Lake Niesikivalo, reached by a scenic drive and a short snowmobile sleigh transfer. Burbot — made in Finnish — becomes most active in midwinter evenings, and local fishermen have long headed onto the ice at dusk with simple rods, bait, and patience. Your guide will share the stories and techniques of this northern tradition before helping you drill your fishing holes. You can fish outdoors under the starry Arctic sky or inside a heated Lappish tepee set directly on the frozen lake, illuminated by the warm glow of a campfire. Hot drinks and light snacks are provided throughout the evening to keep you comfortable. With no light pollution and wide-open views, Niesikivalo offers excellent chances to see the Northern Lights dancing. This tour delivers an authentic, atmospheric Arctic moment you will never forget

How to catch fish when it’s hiding under a one-meter layer of ice? You will learn that and much more, as we take you ice fishing on a frozen lake amidst beautiful winter scenery. This experience starts at our meeting point in Levi to get all the equipment for ice fishing. After, we travel around 20 minutes to reach the ice-covered lake. Then it is all about fishing! We walk on top of the lake on a thick layer of ice and find the best spots for the day. The main activity is of course ice fishing itself, but the frozen lake offers also an ideal setting for landscape and wildlife photos. We will also set up a campfire and enjoy some hot drinks and snacks – and if there is big enough catch, we can fry the fish too!

Experience the Arctic outdoors safely and learn how the local cultures have survived in the icy wilderness for generations with this snowmobiling and ice-fishing adventure. Join a small group and your guide and set off on board a snowmobile to admire the winter landscape, learning about the local flora and fauna along the way. Then try your hand at ice fishing in a pristine frozen pond, with a nearby bonfire to keep you warm.

Explore Lapland's beauty from another perspective, paddle through the amazing rivers or lakes surrounded by forests, and enjoy the relaxing silence. or only nature and bird sounds.

StayLapland offers a more private and more secluded location for both ice fishing and snowmobiling, surrounded by nature. Experience the wilderness without people and the cityscape.

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.

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!

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.

Spend a day as a real reindeer herder and explore the wilderness by experiencing Finnish winter fishing methods. Join us to feed the large reindeer herd in their natural habitat. We'll take you into the forest seated in a snowmobile sleigh to feed a large herd of reindeer in their natural habitat. After this, you'll have the chance to try traditional winter fishing methods, such as fishing with nets under the ice and ice fishing! We'll enjoy a homemade lunch on an open fire in the wilderness. The lunch includes creamy reindeer soup, salmon soup or a vegan wild mushroom soup, served with cold water and homemade hot berry juice.

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.

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.

Skip the traditional boat tour and discover the ice-cold Arctic Ocean from a different perspective with this guided ice-floating experience. Jump into a full-body rescue suit that keeps your entire body dry and warm and dive into a hole in a vast sheet of ice. Well-suited for travelers looking to add a unique experience to their vacation plans.

A new way to explore lapland wilderness by the river or lake! Combine sport and balance with silence and nature. This activity is family friendly and no entry level required, everyone enjoys