Aurora Borealis Trip in Lapland Lakeside

4.1 (28 reviews) Rovaniemi, Finland
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Duration3h
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Group sizeUp to 30 travelers
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

This tour takes you away from artificial lights to a peaceful, open spot on the edge of a vast, frozen lake. With a wide horizon and clear views, this location offers an excellent chance to observe the northern sky, where—if you’re lucky—the Aurora Borealis may begin to dance above. While the Aurora Borealis is a natural phenomenon, our experienced guide will select the best viewing spot based on that night’s conditions to maximize your chances. During the evening, your guide will also share fascinating facts about the Aurora Borealis—how it forms, when it appears, and the science and legends behind this incredible display. Whether the sky stays calm or bursts into color, the atmosphere remains magical. As you wait, enjoy the warmth of a cozy campfire and sip a hot drink. Surrounded by crisp Arctic air and peaceful silence, you’ll find a rare sense of calm that invites a deep connection to nature.

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What's included

  • Aurora hunting ground beside the arctic lake
  • Guiding service
  • Pickup & return service
  • Lappish sausages and hot berry juice with open fire

What to expect

In this trip your guide will drive you to the spot in the Rovaniemi where is most likely to see the Northern Lights. The experienced guide will provide higher possibility for this unpredictable natural phenomenon. A campfire will be started with some sausages grilled and the warm berry juice will be served to make the Lappish experience searching for aurora as delightful as possible. This trip might be the best chance for you to witness goddess Aurora in the Rovaniemi area!
Keep in mind that the Northern Lights is an unpredictable natural phenomenon which without any guarantee. However, the professional experiences allow the chances for sightings to be higher.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Sunny Safari Office Downstairs, beside Santa's Main Post Office (in Santa Claus Village).

End point

Sunny Safari Office Downstairs, beside Santa's Main Post Office (in Santa Claus Village).

Pickup details

Pick up service is available from the listed hotels. Pick up time from different hotels are always different. If your hotel or location is not listed among the pickup points, please contact us (the supplier) or the platform to check availability. You will receive your pick up point & time via Viator message. Failure to participate in the safari due to missed pick up point or time will not be refunded. If you need pick up from hotels, please meet the guide at your hotel reception on time; if you need pick up from meeting point, please find the guide at our office downstairs on time (Sunny Safari Office, Tähtikuja 1, 96930 Rovaniemi).

Additional information

  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • A minimum of 2 full-paying adults is required for the tour to operate. A single traveller may join an existing group.
  • The Northern Lights are a natural and unpredictable phenomenon, and sightings cannot be guaranteed. However, with favourable conditions, our experienced guides and local forecasts will do their best to maximize your chances of witnessing this magical Arctic light show.
  • Please dress warmly in suitable winter clothing and be prepared to spend time outdoors enjoying the Arctic night atmosphere.
  • The total duration includes transfer time. Pick-up service is included from selected locations. If your accommodation is not listed, please contact us to check availability.
  • You will receive the final meeting time and meeting point upon confirmation. Failure to participate in the safari due to missing the meeting time or meeting point will not be eligible for a refund.
  • Please let us know in advance if you have any special dietary requirements (e.g. vegetarian, gluten-free, etc.).

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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