Rovaniemi

Discover unforgettable Arctic experiences in Rovaniemi, the capital of Finnish Lapland and the official hometown of Santa Claus.

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130€

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Rovaniemi

Korouoma Canyon Frozen Waterfalls Hike

7 hours

Moderate

Small group

Hike through Korouoma Canyon’s snowy forests to spectacular frozen waterfalls, use adjustable ice cleats for extra grip, pause for scenic photo stops, and enjoy snacks and hot drinks served during your magical wilderness adventure in the Arctic landscape.

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100€

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Rovaniemi

Full Arctic Adventure: Snowshoeing, Ice Fishing, Fire & Survival Skills

4 hours

Easy

Small group

Learn Arctic wilderness skills through snowshoeing, navigation, fire-making, and ice fishing. Explore Lapland’s snowy forests with an experienced guide, prepare a fireside meal, and gain practical insight into winter travel and safety.

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550€

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Rovaniemi

Private Northern Lights Photography Tour for Family

3 hours

Very easy

Private

Join a private Northern Lights photography tour from Rovaniemi designed for families with young children. Follow a flexible aurora route with easy-access stops, warm clothing and a nearby warm shelter, while your guide captures professional family photos.

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950€

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Premium Reindeer Farm Experience & 2 km Sleigh Safari

3 hours

Easy

Private

Experience a private visit to a five-generation reindeer farm near Rovaniemi. Meet and feed the animals, enjoy a peaceful 2 km sleigh ride through snowy Lapland, learn about reindeer husbandry, and taste homemade Finnish pancakes cooked over an open fire.

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550€

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Private Reindeer Feeding & Wilderness Sauna with Ice-Swimming

4 hours

Very easy

Meet and help feed reindeer before continuing to a private wilderness sauna surrounded by Lapland’s winter scenery. Relax through several sauna rounds and, if you choose, experience the invigorating tradition of ice swimming in a frozen lake at your pace.

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95€

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Northern Lights Snowshoeing & Photography Tour

4 hours

Moderate

Small group

Snowshoe through Lapland’s winter forest after nightfall, learn about the Northern Lights, and watch the Arctic sky from a quiet forest viewpoint away from urban lights. Your guide chooses the destination according to snow, weather, and aurora conditions.

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80€

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Cultural e-Fatbike Tour around Rovaniemi & Santa Claus Village

3 hours 30 minutes

Moderate

Small group

Ride an electric fatbike through Rovaniemi and the Arctic Circle while discovering local history, culture, and everyday life. Visit key landmarks, explore forest trails, and experience Santa Claus Village through an active and engaging outdoor experience.

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90€

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Rovaniemi

Beginner-Friendly Altai Ski Adventure

3 hours

Easy

Small group

Glide through Lapland’s snowy forests on beginner-friendly Altai backcountry skis. Learn how these wide skis work, travel across deep ungroomed snow, cover a manageable route with your guide, and pause for warm drinks in the winter landscape at your pace.

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70€

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Rovaniemi

Finnish Legends & Tales Night Around The Fire

3 hours

Very easy

Small group

Enjoy a relaxing night around the fire in the Arctic forests, listening to legends and tales of Finland. This story-telling experience will offer you an opportunity to learn more about Finnish culture, traditions and local history.

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160€

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Rovaniemi

Snowshoeing Adventure to the Amethyst Mine

8 hours

Moderate

Private, Small group

Snowshoe through the winter landscapes of Pyhä-Luosto National Park, continue by the heated Amethyst Pendolino, and visit Lampivaara Amethyst Mine. Learn about local geology and search for your own amethyst to take home.

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180€

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Rovaniemi

Husky Adventure with Self-Driven 6-10KM Husky Safari

3 hours 30 minutes

Easy

Small group

Visit a family-sized husky kennel in the Lapland wilderness, meet the huskies and mushers, learn to drive your sled, and take a thrilling 6–10 km safari. Switch between driver and passenger, then savour hot berry juice and a grilled sausage inside a kota.

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165€

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Rovaniemi

The Longest Reindeer Safari (7km)

5 hours

Easy

Small group

Visit an authentic reindeer farm from Rovaniemi, harness your own reindeer, and travel 7 km by sleigh through snowy forests. Share the driving when conditions allow, feed the reindeer lichen, and pause beside an open fire for warm Finnish barbecue snacks.

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500€

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Rovaniemi

Private Snow Hike & Wilderness Sauna experience

5 hours 30 minutes

Moderate

Private

Explore Lapland’s winter nature on a private guided snow hike adapted to seasonal conditions, using snowshoes or ice cleats when needed. After the outdoor adventure, unwind amid the peaceful snowy surroundings. Enjoy traditional sauna rounds at your pace.

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500€

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Private Family Full Arctic Adventure: Snowshoeing, Ice Fishing & Fire-Making

4 hours

Easy

Private

Discover Lapland together on a private family experience combining snowshoeing, fire-making, ice fishing, and age-appropriate wilderness skills. The pace and activities are adapted to your family for a safe, interactive, and memorable winter day together.

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350€

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Private Wilderness Sauna & Ice Swimming in Winter

3 hours 30 minutes

Very easy

Private

Experience Finnish sauna culture in a private winter setting, alternating soothing heat with refreshing ice swimming if you wish to try it. Relax beside the frozen landscape, enjoy the peaceful surroundings, and move through each sauna round at your pace.

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650€

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Rovaniemi

Premium Snowshoe or Altai Ski Adventure in Lapland

7 hours

Moderate

Private

Choose snowshoes or Altai backcountry skis for a private, tailor-made journey through Lapland’s winter wilderness. Your guide selects a route suited to your fitness, interests, and current conditions, with time to explore remote scenery along the journey.

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550€

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Rovaniemi

Private Arctic SnowHotel Visit & Wilderness Sauna

5 hours

Very easy

Private

Combine a guided visit to the SnowHotel with a private Finnish sauna experience in the winter wilderness. Admire impressive snow and ice architecture, then relax in traditional heat and enjoy the calm Arctic surroundings at your own pace amid winter calm.

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400€

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Rovaniemi

Private Electric Fatbike Tour in Winter

3 hours

Moderate

Private

Explore Rovaniemi’s snowy landscapes on a private e-fatbike tour adapted to your level and interests. Ride quiet forest tracks, reach hilltop viewpoints or choose an easy cultural route, then relax with a sweet snack and warm drinks during a scenic break.

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650€

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Private Korouoma Canyon Frozen Waterfalls Hike

7 hours

Moderate

Private

Discover Korouoma Canyon on a private guided winter hike through snowy forests, under dramatic cliffs and towering frozen waterfalls. Move at your group’s pace, pause for photographs, learn about the landscape, and enjoy a fireside meal in the wilderness.

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650€

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Private Snowshoe Adventure in Pyhä-Luosto National Park

7 hours

Moderate

Private

Explore Pyhä-Luosto National Park on snowshoes, travel through old-growth forests and snow-covered fells, reach panoramic viewpoints, and enjoy a private winter adventure from Rovaniemi with a Finnish snack and hot drinks beside an open fire.

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650€

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Rovaniemi

Private Northern Lights Photography Hunting (3h30)

3 hours 30 minutes

Easy

Private

Chase the Northern Lights from Rovaniemi on a private tour led by an aurora photography expert. Follow the clearest skies using expert weather analysis, receive professional photos, and stay comfortable with winter clothing, hot drinks and Finnish snacks.

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Discover Rovaniemi

Rovaniemi is the capital of Finnish Lapland and the official hometown of Santa Claus. Located near the Arctic Circle, it is easily reached from Helsinki by plane, overnight train, bus, or car. Visitors come throughout the year to experience its snowy winter landscapes, Christmas atmosphere, Arctic nature, and the opportunity to meet Santa Claus.

As one of Lapland’s most popular destinations, Rovaniemi can become busy during the winter season, so booking accommodations and activities well in advance is recommended. From Northern Lights experiences in fall and winter to long days beneath the Midnight Sun in summer, the city provides an excellent base for discovering Lapland’s nature, culture, and seasonal activities throughout the year.

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