Northern Lights Overnight Camping Trip in Rovaniemi

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Immerse yourself in the peaceful wilderness of Finnish Lapland on this unforgettable Northern Lights hunt and overnight camping trip in Rovaniemi!

This excursion takes place in the natural surroundings of Rovaniemi, a diverse city known as the capital of Finnish Lapland. Witnessing the Northern Lights in Rovaniemi is very popular, due to its position within the Arctic Circle and dark skies. On this Northern Lights trip from Rovaniemi, you'll camp overnight in a cosy snow igloo!

The Northern Lights hunt in Rovaniemi begins at the starting point, or you can choose to be picked up from your accommodation in the city (please specify when booking). An experienced guide will greet you and provide an overview of the evening. Then, you'll set off on a 45-minute scenic drive from Rovaniemi to its surrounding natural area. As you leave behind the city lights, the polar night sky will start to come alive with colours and stars!

You'll arrive at the snowy forest and walk up a small hill to the camping spot. A roaring fire will be waiting for you inside a warm teepee, where you'll relax and enjoy some hot drinks and barbequed snacks. As you admire the beautiful sky, the guide will share some insights about the mythology of the Northern Lights. If you're lucky, the dancing colours of this incredible natural phenomenon will appear! After taking in the mesmerising Aurora Borealis, it's time for your overnight camping trip in Rovaniemi.

You'll spend the night in a snug snow igloo, equipped with blankets and sleeping bags. Winter clothing is also included to keep you warm. If you are uncomfortable in the snow igloo, beds with a mattress are also available indoors. After spending the night sleeping in the calm wilderness, you'll enjoy a delicious breakfast in the morning. Then, the guide will drive you back to the original starting point in Rovaniemi.

Experience the tranquillity of Lappish nature on an overnight stay and Northern Lights chase from Rovaniemi!

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Practical information

On this excursion, you'll depart from Rovaniemi and embark on a Northern Lights hunt in the wilderness, with an overnight stay in a snow igloo.

Course of events

- Arrive at the meeting point in Rovaniemi (or pick-up from your listed accommodation)

- Meet the guide

- The Northern Lights hunt begins!

- Drive to the wilderness (approximately 45 minutes)

- Arrive at the camping spot in the forest

- Enjoy hot drinks and snacks in a teepee

- Admire the Northern Lights

- Spend the night in a snow igloo

- Enjoy breakfast in the morning

- Return drive to the original starting point in Rovaniemi

Special terms

Please be advised that as the Northern Lights are an unpredictable, natural phenomenon, their presence can never be guaranteed.

Pick-up/drop-off is included from the following locations in Rovaniemi. Please specify your location upon booking:

- Apukka Resort
- Arctic City Hotel
- Arctic Light Hotel
- Arctic TreeHouse Hotel
- Guesthouse Borealis
- Hostel Cafe Koti
- Hotelli Aakenus
- Kotareitti
- Lapland Hotels Ounasvaara Chalets
- Lapland Hotels Sky Ounasvaara
- Lomavekarit
- Napapiirin Saarituvat
- Nova Skyland Hotel
- Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna,Rovaniemi
- Ounaskoski Camping
- Santa Claus Holiday Village
- Santa's Hotel Rudolf
- Santa's Hotel Santa Claus
- Santa's Igloos Arctic Circle
- Santasport
- Scandic Pohjanhovi
- Scandic Polar
- Scandic Rovaniemi City
- Snowman World reception

Meeting point:
Lapland Welcome Safari Office, Rovakatu 26, 2nd floor, 96200 Rovaniemi (pick-up is available from listed locations in Rovaniemi, please specify when booking)
Spoken languages:English
Included
  • Guide
  • Transfers
  • Winter overalls
  • Winter boots
  • Sleeping bag
  • Hot drinks
  • Meals
Do not forget to bring
  • Warm layers of clothing
  • Change of clothing
  • Woollen socks
  • Hat
  • Gloves
  • Scarf
  • Water

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