Aurora Photo Tour by Car from Saariselkä
Experience highlight
Hop in a bus that takes you on aurora hunt with photography
Experience overview
Location: Saariselkä
Duration: 3 hours
November to March
Departure: 20:30
Minimum age: All ages
Guided languages: English
Difficulty: Very easy
Operated by our trusted local partner
Are you dreaming of catching Aurora Borealis? It’s time to hop on a bus and head towards the areas where the chances of seeing the northern lights are at the highest. With clear sky and little luck, we may get to see them dancing in the sky! On our way the guide will take photos of us which we get as a memory, and he can give night-time photographing tips for those travelling with own cameras. In between we enjoy hot drinks and gingerbread cookies while observing the sky.
What is included
- Bus, driving around 150 km to the best aurora spots, hot drinks from thermos with gingerbread cookies, photographing and online link access to the photos, guiding in English
What is not included
No specific exclusions are listed for this experience. Please contact us before booking if you have any questions or special requirements.
Please note
Operated in Saariselkä.
The Northern Lights are an unpredictable natural phenomenon and our evening safaris are made to give you a chance to observe them, but unfortunately, we cannot guarantee that they will appear. We advise to always check the latest weather forecast (cloud coverage and solar activity).
Parents, please consider if this activity is suitable for your small children due to outdoor stay and late timing.
Winter clothing include thermal overall, winter boots, woollen socks, woollen scarf, beanie and gloves.
Meeting time for our safaris is always before the starting time of the safari. You will receive your meeting time and point upon confirmation. Safari starts when the group is clothed and ready to go. Missed meeting time and point will result on missed safari which will not be refunded.
Where is the meeting point
The meeting point for this experience is Safartica Office Saariselkä, Lutontie 16, 99830 Saariselkä, Lappi, FI.
Meeting place and time: Safartica Office Saariselkä (Lutontie 16, 99830 Saariselkä) 25 min before start time.See you there!
Can I be picked up from my accommodation
Pickup is included in the tour price from the standard pickup locations listed below.
When booking, you can choose pickup or meet at the designated meeting point.
Any extra charge or meeting-point arrangement is stated in the pickup-location name when this information is available.
Pick up List Location
- Aurora Collection Resort
- Northern Lights Village Saariselkä
- Safartica Office Saariselkä
- Star Arctic Hotel
- Top Star Finland
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