Northern Lights Hunt by car – Guided Aurora Adventure
Experience highlight
Experience the breathtaking beauty of the Northern Lights in complete darkness, far from any light pollution. With our experienced local guide, you’ll chase one of nature’s most incredible phenomena across the snowy landscapes of the Pyhä-Luosto area.
Experience overview
Location: Pyhä-Luosto
Duration: 3 hours 30 minutes
September to April
Departure: Evening departures — time varies by season
Minimum age: All ages
Small group
Guided languages: English, Finnish
Difficulty: Very easy
Operated by our trusted local partner
Responsible choice
Before the tour, we carefully plan our route using local weather forecasts, cloud coverage, and space weather data to maximize our chances of seeing the auroras. We’ll drive up to 100 km within the region to reach the most promising viewing location.
Once there, you’ll relax in the quiet wilderness—truly in the middle of nowhere—by a warm fire, enjoying snacks and listening to stories about the magical polar lights. You’ll also learn the basics of photographing the Northern Lights, and if the auroras appear, we’ll capture photos of the moment for you.
Please note: While we do our very best to find the lights, the Northern Lights are a natural phenomenon and sightings can never be guaranteed.
Pick-Up & Transportation
Pick-up is included. The exact time and location will be confirmed after booking. We’ll drive to the selected viewing spot based on the evening’s best conditions.
Questions or Special Requests?
Email us at info@kairankutsu.fi — we’re happy to help!
What is included
- Hot drinks and snacks
- Guiding
- Transportation
What is not included
- Warm winter clothes & shoes
Please note
If you have any food allergies, please let us know via email at info@kairankutsu.fi
Accessible for those with limited mobility
Guide will have photography equipment
Infant seats available
Where is the meeting point
The meeting point is in Pyhä-Luosto.
When you do not need a pick up, meet us Kairankutsu Office Pyhätunturi, Kultakeronkatu 4, 98530 Pyhätunturi. Our office right next to the grocery shop K-Market Pyhäntähti. Arrive to the meeting point by the scheduled time of the experience.
Can I be picked up from my accommodation
Pickup is included in the tour price from the standard pickup locations listed below.
Any extra charge or meeting-point arrangement is stated in the pickup-location name when this information is available.
Hotel List
- Kairankutsu Luosto, Call of the Wilderness Office-storage, Off-piste 4, 99555 Luosto
- Kurula's Resort
- Lapelland Village: Ukko-Luosto
- Lapland Hotel Luostotunturi
- Lucky Ranch - Saloon (front of the restaurant)
- Luosto
- Northern Light Village - Pyhä (front of the restaurant)
- Park Side
- Pyhätunturi
- Pyhätunturi shopping center - Kairankutsu office Pyhätunturi (Pyhänportti)
- Santa's Hotel Aurora
- Ski-Inn Hotel Pyhätunturi /Kultakero/Pyhälinna/Pyhä suites. Pick up front of Hotel Pyhätunturi.
- Sunday Morning Resort
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