Rovaniemi: Wood fired Sauna and Ice Swimming, with Transfers

5.0 (32 reviews) Rovaniemi, Finland
Duration3h 30m
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
Instant confirmationYour booking is confirmed right away
TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Group sizeUp to 15 travelers
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Once the wood-fired sauna is warm, it's time to relax and enjoy an authentic Finnish tradition. Listen to the crackling fire, feel the heat rising from the stones, and unwind beside a peaceful Arctic lake.

When you're ready, step outside and experience the refreshing contrast of the cold. Take a dip in the lake, try ice swimming through our specially maintained ice hole in winter, or cool off in the snow when conditions allow. Our guide will explain how to enjoy the experience safely, and you can take everything at your own pace. Cold-water swimming is optional.

After cooling down, return to the warmth of the sauna and repeat the experience as often as you like. This traditional combination of heat, fresh Arctic air, and cold water is a wonderful way to experience Finnish culture away from the busy tourist areas around Rovaniemi.

Towels, slippers, drinking water, hot tea, and round-trip transfers are included. Just bring your swimsuit and enjoy this unique Arctic experience!

What's included

  • Towels, slippers for the sauna
  • Firewood sauna experience ~2 hours
  • English speaking guide & host
  • Hotel pickup & drop off
  • Northern Lights (Evening departures end of Oct. - middle of Mar.)
  • Non-alcohol beverages
  • Arctic Lake swimming & ice hole winter swimming
  • Gratuities

What to expect

Experience an authentic Finnish sauna near Rovaniemi with a relaxing visit to a traditional wood-fired sauna by a peaceful Arctic lake. After a comfortable transfer from the city, enjoy 1.5 to 2 hours of sauna time, warm up on the benches, and learn about Finland's beloved sauna tradition from your English-speaking guide.

During winter, you can take a refreshing dip in a specially maintained ice hole or cool off in the snow when conditions allow. In warmer months, enjoy a swim in the lake. Cold-water swimming is optional, so you can enjoy the sauna at your own pace.

This shared group experience welcomes up to 15 participants and takes place away from busy tourist areas. Towels, slippers, drinking water, hot tea, and round-trip transfers from selected pick-up points in Rovaniemi are included.

The complete experience takes approximately 3 to 3.5 hours. For evening visits during the darker months, you may also have a chance to see the Northern Lights, weather permitting. Please bring your swimsuit and suitable outdoor clothing.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Outside

End point

Outside

Pickup details

Please note, starting time might be subject to change, we will confirm the time to you by e-mail! Tour includes a pick up & drop off transfer from Rovaniemi centrally located hotels and Santa Claus Village. Missing the pick-up does not entitle you to a refund of the price paid for the services. You are responsible to be ready for pick up at the assigned pick up point from the start of the pick up time in order to not miss our guides when they arrive to pick you up.

Additional information

  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Children younger then 14 y.o. are not accepted on the tour!

Cancellation policy

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

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