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Autumn Aurora Borealis Picnic in Rovaniemi

Rovaniemi, Finland
  • 3 hours (approx.)
  • Pickup offered
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

Overview

Hunt for the Aurora Borealis, otherwise called the Northern Lights, on a 3-hour adventure from Rovaniemi. With a knowledgeable local guide, travel into the countryside where the dark skies heighten the chances of sightings. Settle around a campfire at a viewing spot and hear mystical tales and facts from your guide about the lights, known as ‘fire foxes’ in Finland. Enjoy a picnic cooked on the fire, and with luck, be treated to views of the lights swirling through the sky. Numbers are limited to eight for a personalized experience.
  • 3-hour Northern Lights quest and picnic from Rovaniemi
  • Escape urban light pollution and visit a prime viewing location in the Arctic countryside
  • Watch for aurora activity and soak up the serene surroundings
  • Listen to fun facts and folk stories about the lights from a local guide
  • Savor hot drinks and delicious snacks cooked on the campfire as you keep vigil
  • With luck, enjoy views of the incandescent lights moving through the sky
  • Small-group tour limited to a maximum of eight people for a more intimate experience

What's Included

  • Return transfers by car
  • Sausage grilling and pastry
  • Hot drinks
  • Thermal clothing
  • Guiding in English
  • Gratuities
  • Photography equipment

Meeting and Pickup

You can head directly to the meeting point, or request pickup

Pickup points

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Pickup details

Our main meeting point is Safartica office Koskikatu 9, 96200 Rovaniemi.

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Meeting point

  • Safartica, Koskikatu 9, 96200 Rovaniemi, Finland

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Operating hours
.10:00 pm

Itinerary

1

Safartica

3 hours Admission Ticket Free

Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Infant seats available
  • Infants must sit on laps
  • Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
  • Child rates are applied only when booking with at least 1 adult
  • Near public transportation
  • Most travelers can participate
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Reviews

4.4
based on 17 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Amazingly awesome The guides...

Peter W, Oct 2017
Amazingly awesome The guides were fantastic, the picnic spot is perfect The Northern Lights put on a wonderful show Highly recommended

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up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)

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