Top Rovaniemi Outdoor Activities - page 2

Get to know Rovaniemi and meet Santa Claus at the Santa Claus Village on this family-friendly experience. Discover Rovaniemi’s highlights, Finland’s capital of Lapland, on a panoramic tour as your guide shares facts about the city. Then, travel through the countryside to the magical Santa Claus Village and come face to face with the great man himself. Visit the Main Post Office to send Santa Claus-stamped greetings, join an Arctic Circle crossing ceremony, and enjoy the shops, elves’ workshops, snow activities, cafés and more.

It would be remiss to visit the Arctic Circle without dropping in to see the region's best known resident, Santa Claus. This half-day tour of Santa's village is available year-round, giving Christmas enthusiasts the option to experience festive magic no matter when their visit to Rovaniemi is. Meet Santa in his busy office before embarking on reindeer and husky rides.

Come and experience a truly unforgettable winter adventure, where a husky sleigh ride is more than just an exciting activity – it's a moment of connection with the silence of Lapland, its pristine nature, and our friendly sled dogs. You’ll have the chance to drive your own husky team or simply sit back and enjoy the ride as the sled glides along a scenic three-kilometer trail through snowy forests. Before the ride, you'll visit our cozy kennel, meet our cheerful huskies, and learn about their lives from our experienced guides – all in a relaxed, unhurried, and genuinely warm atmosphere. This 35-minute experience is designed for those who want to connect with Lapland’s nature and animals up close, while staying comfortable and safe. It's suitable for all ages and makes a perfect addition to your winter holiday, whether you're traveling solo, as a couple, or with family. You are warmly welcome – this is a moment that will stay in your heart.

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.

Learn how to drive a snowmobile, and then test your skills on this snowmobile tour for beginners in Rovaniemi. Your guide helps you feel confident before you take off from Santa Claus Village. As you ride across the Arctic snow, admire the views, and enjoy the ride.

This is the only reindeer farm visit and sled ride in Rovaniemi that includes professional photographer and photos for download after the tour. You will visit local reindeer farm and take ride through the snowy forests of Lapland. After the ride you can feed the reindeers and get photos taken with them.

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.

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.

The aurora borealis (northern lights) are best seen from Rovaniemi city limits—although sightings can never be guaranteed. Spend a magical evening in the Arctic countryside on this group tour. After pickup in a comfortable car, your guide brings you to an open cottage for a Lappish barbecue feast and hot drinks with marshmallows around a fire as you wait for the lights.

Try your hand at navigating a go-kart modified to take on a frozen Arctic track with this unique ice-karting experience. Climb behind the wheel of a powerful ice-kart fitted with studded winter tires and take on the straightaways and hairpin turns of a custom-built winter track, putting the pedal to the metal to beat the best lap time. A mini snowmobile add-on option makes this a family-friendly experience for all ages.

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

Experience the magic of the Arctic summer on this unforgettable evening adventure to King’s Lean-to Lookout, one of Rovaniemi’s hidden gems. Travel through peaceful Lapland scenery to a breathtaking hilltop viewpoint overlooking endless forests, lakes, and the glowing Midnight Sun. Designed especially for photography lovers and social media enthusiasts, this tour offers stunning Instagram-worthy landscapes bathed in golden Arctic light that lasts all night long. Your guide will help you discover the best photo spots while sharing stories about local nature, culture, and the unique phenomenon of the Midnight Sun. Relax by the traditional lean-to shelter, enjoy the calm atmosphere of the Arctic wilderness, and capture memories you’ll never forget. Perfect for couples, friends, solo travelers, and anyone wanting to experience the beauty of Lapland beyond the city.

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.

Don’t waste your time on bus tours waiting for northern lights that will never appear. On this adventure, your expert guide uses cutting-edge technology to track the aurora across Lapland, your group following wherever they emerge. With unlimited time, small groups of 8, hotel transfers, and professional photography included, aurora-viewing tours don’t get more guaranteed than this.

Maximize your chances of seeing the northern lights on a small-group wilderness tour from Rovaniemi, accessing remote viewpoints easily with included round-trip transfer from your hotel. Admire the Finnish landscape by night, hear local insights by a fire, and enjoy Finnish snacks and hot drinks as you watch for the natural phenomenon.

Venture into the wild Taiga forests north of the Arctic Circle to take part in one of Rovaniemi’s most popular winter activities—ice fishing. Accompanied by an experienced guide, trek across the frozen lake, drill a hole into the ice, and try your luck at fishing beneath the thick ice. End your ice fishing adventure by cooking up the catch of the day over an open campfire and tucking into a tasty fish brunch.

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.

Hunting the Northern Lights in Lapland is an unforgettable experience — and with Arctic GM, it’s approached as a structured Aurora hunt guided by real-time conditions. Operated by The Original Aurora Hunters®, Arctic GM is a family-run company with roots in Lapland dating back to the 1600s, bringing generations of local knowledge into every tour. The evening begins at a central meeting point in Rovaniemi. Travel by comfortable coach as guides continuously adjust the route based on weather and Aurora forecasts, with the possibility of driving up to 2 hours from the city, including toward the Swedish border when conditions require. Stops are made in carefully selected locations away from light pollution. When the sky clears, step into the Arctic landscape while guides assist with photos under the Northern Lights. Thermal overalls, hot drinks, and light snacks are included. The experience lasts approximately 4–6 hours.

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.

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.

Avoid fixed-location viewing and maximize your chances of seeing the Northern Lights with a flexible, conditions-based experience. Travel beyond light pollution to locations chosen in real time by locals, offering a more strategic and effective approach than standard tours. Along the way, gain insight into the science and stories behind the aurora for a deeper, more meaningful experience not found in guidebooks.

Experience the northern lights in their full magnificence without having to worry about all the logistics a journey to the lights usually entails. Head away from the bright lighs of Rovaniemi and let your guide show you spots where you have the best chance to view the aurora. Keep comfortable with grilled sausages and warm drinks plus enjoy round-trip transfers from your hotel for added convenience.

Spotting the northern lights is just half of the challenge for travelers to Rovaniemi—capturing nature’s lightshow on camera can be just as tricky. On this tour, increase your chances of seeing the lights by visiting multiple viewpoints away from light pollution, guided by a professional night photographer. Learn expert tips and techniques for photographing the aurora, even on a smartphone, and make the most of the provided tripods.

Our husky tour has a small-group guarantee. There will not be more than 16 participants. This means, that you can enjoy this great adventure without the feeling of mass tourism. Our huskies will take you to a great ride through Arctic nature. This is experience will be the highlight of your holiday in Lapland.