Top Rovaniemi Hiking Tours - page 2

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.

Explore the winter wonderland of Lapland’s snowy landscape and learn survival skills from orienteering and ice fishing to building a fire without matches on this unique Arctic adventure. Join your local guide for a scenic snowshoeing excursion through the forests just outside Rovaniemi to a frozen lake, where you can try your hand at ice fishing and grill your catch over a fire you build yourself.

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.

Ski over untouched snow in the backcountry of Lapland on this guided exploration of Arctic wilderness. After a lesson in how to use backcountry skis, our guide will choose a route suited to the experience level of your group, avoiding crowds and exploring the Taiga forest. Work up an appetite, because we’ll stop for a campfire and traditional sausages.

Get ready for a first Arctic expedition on backcountry skis! Explore wild areas, prepare an expedition sleigh and learn some adventure tips. You may even spot or hear some animals such as reindeer or arctic hares… The tour is adapted to beginners and more-advanced skiers and organised in small groups to allow a better connection with nature.

Embark on a snowshoe hike through the snow-covered forests of Rovaniemi. Enjoy a hot drink and locally baked cookies at a charming watchtower and keep an eye out for the Northern Lights.

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

Marvel at one of the most spectacular sights in the Arctic wilderness outside Rovaniemi with this scenic snowshoe excursion. Enjoy hotel pickup and drop-off from all major hotels in Rovaniemi, then set off with your guide to the frozen waterfalls and snow-covered forests of Korouoma Canyon. Stop to refuel over lunch around an open fire and snap photos before the trip back to Rovaniemi.

Learn survival skills! From Rovaniemi, your outdoor guide will lead you on a sunset hike to explore the Arctic wilderness! This hiking tour is also educational ; your guide will share their knowledge about Arctic nature, local lifestyle in relation to the environment, tricks on how to survive or make a fire. This hiking adventure takes you out of Rovaniemi, it provides a great opportunity to discover more of Lapland nature far away from the city. We organise this excursion from Spring to Autumn so you can experience Arctic nature even without snow. The Midnight Sun period in Rovaniemi lasts from end of May until early July. In July and August, the sun sets for a few hours only, offering equally impressive warm colors and the so-called “white nights”. From September onwards, as the Northern Lights season starts we may spot some on our way back from the sunset hike.

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.

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.

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

Explore the untouched breathtaking scenery of Lapland on backcountry skis, and leave your own track in the deep snow where no-one has been before you! This evening tour is a good alternative for those who want to catch the Northern Lights and have a sense for adventure. The tour will be running in any weather conditions ; even though there is a lower chance to see auroras, you will still enjoy a great skiing experience into the wilderness! Sticking to our philosophy, all our tours and activities are limited to small groups (8 guests/tour max) in order to get the best and most memorable experience of Lapland. We refuse mass tourism, and you will never end up in big groups -even in peak season!

Locals rush to their favourite bogs and forests in summer and fall with baskets and buckets to pick vitamin-rich berries. It's a great way to spend time with your friends or family, collect healthy berries, and put them in the freezer to enjoy during the long winter. On this tour, our guide teaches you about picking berries and finding natural ingredients. We will have a break by the campfire where you can relax while your guide prepares for you traditional Finnish pancakes, or crepes, by the open fire. Depending on the season you may be able to top your snack with freshly picked berries.

Take a break from the city on a day trip to Korouoma Canyon, a hidden gem about an hour outside of Rovaniemi. Going with a guide is recommended, as the park’s trails can be difficult to navigate without local knowledge. The day’s itinerary features a stop at Auttiköngäs Falls, and includes a picnic lunch, park admission, and round-trip hotel transport for your convenience.

Don’t miss the frozen waterfalls of Korouoma National Park on your Lapland vacation. This small-group trip makes it possible to get there with ease, and includes a guided hike along a 3-mile (5-kilometer) route chosen for its scenery. Extra perks include a barbecue and hot drink, to keep you warm amid the icy landscapes.

Unique Winter Landscapes: Riisitunturi is famous for its snow-covered trees and rolling hills. Walking through this winter wonderland feels like stepping into a fairy tale. Breathtaking Views: From the park's high points, you'll get stunning views over Lake Yli-Kitka and the surrounding forests. These panoramic scenes are perfect for photos and will leave lasting memories. Traditional Finnish BBQ: After our hike, we'll gather around a campfire to enjoy a traditional Finnish BBQ. It's a cozy and authentic way to experience local culture. Small Group Experience: We keep our groups small to ensure a personal and friendly atmosphere. This way, you can fully enjoy the beauty of nature without crowds. Don't miss out on this unique opportunity to explore one of Finland's most beautiful national parks. Book now to secure your spot on this unforgettable adventure!

Come to live on skis the magic atmosphere of the snowy forest at night, a snowy landscape lit sometimes by the moonlight, by the stars or perhaps by the northern lights (aurora)! We´ll keep a break in a kota, traditional lappish tent, where we´ll sit on reindeer skins in front of the fire and grill a sausage. The small size of the group (max. 5 customers) makes sure that the guide can take good care of every partecipant and that the quite atmosphere of nature will not be lost. The trek takes place in a remote area outside of marked trails, so you will be able to experience a feeling of wilderness. The kota tent is private, which means we will not meet other groups and peace of nature is guaranteed! Guidind by a certified wilderness guide. No previous skiing experience needed as skis are easy to use and the terrain is mostly flat.

Have you ever been to the waterfalls of Korouoma in winter? Have you ever seen the frozen faerie of the bluish and yellowish ice forms between the fearsome rocks in the tunnel of lacy snowy trees? It’s a must! Just join us to the Nature Reserve of Korouoma. The guide will drive East of the Lapland. The road leading towards Korouoma itself is a very scenic landscape trip. And during the hike you'll witness something which you have only imagined or saw in fantasy "A complete Winter Wonderland".

Rejuvenate yourself like local in Lapland in this glorious duration hike experience. Have a tasty picnic in Finnish-style by grilling sausage and sipping berry juice over an open fire while hearing the stories about the Arctic local life.

Try the local tradition of ice fishing while on vacation in Rovaniemi. With a local guide to assist you, you'll be dropping your line on an arctic lake or river, bordered by a snowy landscape. Before you drop a line, you'll get an introduction to how to move on the ice safely, techniques for drilling, and the history of the ice fishing tradition.

See the best of Rovaniemi, the official hometown of Santa Claus and the capital of Lapland. Make the most of your limited time, as your professional guide takes you to the best lookouts, visit Santa Claus Village meeting with Santa himself, and visit reindeer and husky farms. End your day at Arktikum Arctic Museum, learn all about arctic animals, indigenous Sami people, Northern Lights and local history from the ice age to the present.

Experience time in the great outdoors of Lapland on this exciting snowmobile safari. Save time planning transport by having hotel pickup and drop-off included. It’ll be the ultimate stress-free day with snowmobile adventure, and a delicious campfire barbecue lunch in the Arctic wilderness of Kota included. No need to worry about navigating, as a guide will lead the way. Please be advised the price of your ticket is per person - twin driving. You will ride the snowmobile in pairs (twin riding), a driver and a passenger on each snowmobile, with the opportunity to switch during the ride. Before the tour you can buy a solo driving option.

While many experiences hunting for the elusive northern lights travel in decked-out 4-wheel-drive vehicles, this small-group tour offers an evening snowshoeing outing in the arctic nature of Lapland. In your snowshoes, follow your guide to parts of the wilderness that are not accessible by car, including wild areas with minimal light pollution—ideal for spotting the lights.