Top Rovaniemi Safaris - page 3

The Ranua Zoo is one of the top attractions in Lapland, but reaching this wildlife park from Rovaniemi can be a hassle. Take the guesswork out of your visit with this day trip that includes stress-free hotel pickup in Rovaniemi. Relax during the drive to the zoo and spend less time in line and more time admiring the Arctic animals with pre-booked tickets included.

During this aurora hunting tour we will take you to the best vantage points around Rovaniemi. The vantage points might vary depending on the weather and aurora situtation. Enjoy traditional lappish barbeque and/or soup at an open fire. Experience the true wilderness of Lapland.

Small Group Experience: We believe in offering personalized attention, which is why our tours are limited to a maximum of 8 participants. This allows for a more intimate experience, letting you connect with fellow travelers and enjoy a relaxed atmosphere while exploring the stunning beauty of the Northern Lights. Honesty and Transparency: We pride ourselves on fostering a culture of honesty and transparency. From the moment you book until the end of the tour, we ensure you have clear information regarding the weather, auroral activity, and what to expect during your adventure. Dedicated Expert Guides: Our experienced guides are passionate about the Northern Lights and are here to share their knowledge with you. They will not only help you capture breathtaking photos but also educate you on the science behind auroras, ensuring that you leave with both stunning memories and newfound knowledge. Commitment to Service: We are dedicated to providing the best service possible.

Embrace the great outdoors with this adventure through Lapland. Scan the sky looking for places that are clear of clouds with advice from guides experienced in weather patterns and Aurora predictions. Ride into the wilderness and see animals including reindeer and red fox. Travel to this magical experience in a private vehicle equipped with on board Wifi for comfort and convenience.

Unlimited Northern Lights Hunt via Minibus Join us on an unforgettable journey to chase the Northern Lights! Our Northern Lights tour is going as far as we need to go. We will depart in a comfortable minibus, heading far away from the city lights to find the best spots for viewing the aurora. Our expert guide will take us to locations where the sky may light up with stunning shades of green, purple, and red. While waiting for nature’s show, enjoy warm drinks, cozy blankets, and learn fascinating facts about Lapland and the Northern Lights. A high-quality camera is included in the price, and our guide will take professional photos of your experience, which you’ll receive after the tour. In case the Northern Lights do not appear during the tour, we offer an 80% refund of the tour price — your satisfaction is our priority. This adventure perfectly blends comfort and excitement, giving you the best chance to witness the magic of the aurora.

Experience the magic of a deep winter evening in Lapland on this cozy small-group northern lights tour. Led by local guides and limited to just 8 guests, this relaxed adventure offers a personal and peaceful way to explore the snowy landscapes of Rovaniemi and the Arctic Circle. Travel by warm and comfortable minivan to handpicked locations chosen for their optimal aurora visibility and enchanting seasonal atmosphere. Expect frozen lakes, snow-laden forests, and wide-open skies far from city lights — the perfect backdrop for nature’s most breathtaking light show. Throughout the journey, your guide will share stories, local insights, and quiet moments beneath the Arctic sky. The tour lasts approximately 3–4 hours and is designed to embrace the slow rhythm of Lapland’s winter nights. With a bit of luck and a clear northern sky, you may witness the unforgettable beauty of the northern lights dancing overhead.

This 3-hour evening tour allows you to snowshoe through the Finnish wilderness and relax by a campfire under the Northern Lights. Round-trip transportation from Rovaniemi, snacks, and snowshoeing equipment included.

Experience the beauty of the midnight sun while floating in an Arctic lake on this tour from Rovaniemi. Although you may not want to brave the freezing waters in a traditional swimsuit, this tour includes the use of a warm, floating survival suit. Lie back and take in the sights of the midnight sun, then warm up on shore with tea, snacks, and a chat about Finland led by your guide.

Discover Arctic wildlife on this 5-hour small-group tour to Ranua Zoo, the northernmost zoo in the world, with Lapland X Tours! Perfect for groups of up to 8 travelers, this year-round adventure lets you see over 50 Arctic species, including polar bears, wolves, and reindeer, in their natural forest habitats. Savor a delicious lunch buffet featuring authentic Lappish flavors, adding a taste of local culture to your day. With a cozy group size, you’ll enjoy a relaxed and immersive experience in the heart of the Arctic, any time of year.

See the best of Rovaniemi—the capital of Finnish Lapland—on this summer sightseeing tour. Travel between top attractions, including Ounsavaara hill, Arktikum museum, and Santa Claus Village, with a guide. Plus, stop at husky and reindeer farms along the way. Includes convenient pickup and drop-off from central Rovaniemi hotel, as well as entrance fees.

Drive your own husky team through Lapland’s forests on a small-group experience designed to be active, personal, and authentic — even outside the winter season. 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 strong focus on quality and guest experience. After pickup, you’ll arrive at a secluded husky farm on private land, away from busy tourist areas. Meet the energetic huskies and receive clear instructions before setting off on a 5–8 km self-driven safari using a wheeled cart designed for autumn conditions. Each cart is shared between two guests, with the option to switch drivers. This is also the huskies’ training season, when they are most active after summer, offering a unique and engaging experience in nature. After the ride, spend time with the dogs before relaxing by the fire with hot drinks and a traditional Lapland barbecue.

What could be better than spending an evening in the bosom of nature, on the lake, surrounded by forests. A unique opportunity to enjoy Lapland cuisine cooked right on the fire, glass walls allow you to get in touch with nature, while being in the warmth and comfort of an unusual ball. And if you are lucky with the weather, then looking into the sky you can see not only the stars, but also flashes of the Northern Lights. The savage beauty of the North and dinner by the fire – all these can be combined in some 30 kilometers away from Rovaniemi. The unique blend of the Lapland forest charmer and the comfort of the glass Igloo, and even over a delicious dinner, will forever remain in your heart.

Ice fishing is a traditional pastime in Finland, and this Rovaniemi Ice Fishing Experience with Lunch in a Glass Igloo takes you with a guide who knows the remote location well so you can have a great time. Get picked up in Rovaniemi, and then ride snow scooters out to a frozen lake and break the ice with your guide. Spend time fishing before relaxing in an igloo for lunch over an open fire.

Go deep into the Finnish woods to forage for mushrooms and berries on this off-the-beaten-path tour from Rovaniemi. Your guide will show you the best places to find these natural treasures, then you’ll relax with a turn in the lakeside sauna, lake swimming and fishing. Sit down for a traditional Finnish meal of grilled salmon, pork sausage, mushroom soup, marshmallow and blueberry tea while listening to your guide’s commentary on Finnish nature and recreation traditions.

We will provide you hot blueberry juice to keep you warm and comfortable during the tour. The bus will make multiple stops at various locations, so there will be plenty of opportunities to catch a glimpse of the auroras. Don't worry about feeling cold since we will provide you some winter clothes and you can always get warm in the bus. It's the best way to enjoy Lapland. Departure time may vary. Please check the email the local provider sends for the exact pick-up time.

The best place to see the elusive Northern Lights (aurora borealis) is far out in the wilderness, and if you want to travel like a local, then you’ll travel by snowmobile. This guided tour allows you to do just than, and also provides cold-weather gear to keep you toasty. Learn about the natural phenomenon Northern Lights and get some unforgettable photos from your professional photographer, then warm up with snacks and hot drinks. 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.

Begin your evening with a hotel pickup and a short drive away from the city lights into the pristine wilderness, where the chances of spotting the aurora borealis are at their best. Along the way, listen to your knowledgeable local guide share fascinating stories about the northern skies and the science behind the magical phenomenon of the aurora. What makes this experience special for families is the relaxed pace: no long hikes or overly strenuous activities, but rather a calm and engaging evening that balances adventure with comfort. Even if the aurora doesn’t show on a particular night, the experience of being together in the Arctic wilderness—surrounded by snowy forests and star-filled skies—is magical in itself. At the end of the tour, you’ll be safely transported back to your accommodation in Rovaniemi with lasting memories, photos, and perhaps the glow of the northern lights still in your eyes.

Treat yourself to a special experience from Rovaniemi that combines traditional Lapland cuisine, forest scenery, and a cozy spot to potentially watch the northern lights. Travel to a glass igloo in the forest where you’ll enjoy a private meal cooked over the fire. Then it’s time to look outside and admire your scenic surroundings, looking up to see if the northern lights will come visit.

Join us for a private luxury Aurora tour created exclusively for your group. Travel in comfort in our Mercedes Benz minibus and head deep into the Lapland wilderness in search of the dancing Northern Lights. Your guides have Sámi backgrounds or deep family roots in this region, carrying with them generations of knowledge, stories, and traditions. As you wait for the auroras to appear, you will hear fascinating facts, local history, and old folktales passed down through families to bring the northern skies to life in an authentic way. Around the warmth of an open fire, enjoy gourmet Finnish snacks, fresh cinnamon buns, and coffee brewed traditionally over the flames. Your guide will capture professional photos of you and the Northern Lights so you can take home lasting memories of this unforgettable night. This is more than a tour. It is an intimate cultural experience that combines Lapland storytelling traditions with the magic of the Arctic night sky.

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.

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".

Dive into the magic of the Arctic night on a 3-hour escape from Rovaniemi, where peaceful wilderness, local guides and the chance to witness the Northern Lights come together for an unforgettable Lapland experience.

Meet two furry Arctic favourites on one trip – and take rides with both! They love the cold and live peacefully in northern nature. Come and meet these animals of the Arctic! In the morning you will be picked up at agreed time from agreed location and head to Santa Claus Village. You will have a guaranteed meeting with Santa Claus at the pre-booked time slots, cross the Arctic Circle and get your certificate, have the experiences of both reindeer and husky sled ride, and also some own free time to explore the Village. In the end of the tour, we will take you back to the accommodation. -- Photo Copyright: ©Visit Rovaniemi (Rovaniemi Tourism & Marketing Ltd.)

Check off three of Lapland’s most popular and kid-friendly experiences in just one day on this small-group combo tour from Rovaniemi. Start with hotel pickup and a visit to Santa Claus Village amusement park to cross the Arctic Circle and meet the man himself, then drive a reindeer-pulled sleigh yourself before heading to a husky ranch to meet working dogs and enjoy a longer ride on a husky-pulled sleigh.