Winter Activities in Rovaniemi
Electric Sunrise Snowmobile Safari
This electric snowmobile adventure offers you a fantastic opportunity to discover the beautiful Arctic nature in total silence! We set off to the forest in the morning to enjoy the few hours of daylight the Arctic winter has to offer. You will learn how to master this eSled by driving on the frozen lake and in snowy forest. Driving on the frozen lake and through the snow-clad forest, we get to see the rising sun turn the wilderness into a vista of glistening white. You will enjoy a nice break by fire camp in a cozy wooden kota. Where you will grill some sausages with the help of our guide. You will stop on scenic view point to feel the peace and make nice photo souvenir!
Duration: 3 hours
Includes: Winter clothing, snowmobile instructions and safari 2 persons/eSled driving time approx. 1,5-2 hours, break in Kota between 45 min/1h, sausages grilling, flat bread, pastry, hot drinks an guiding in English
Silent Electric Snowmobile Safari & Ice Fishing
On our ice fishing safari to lake Lehtojärvi you will learn the secrets of ice fishing which is a popular pastime in Finland. First, we will ride our silent eSleds a couple of kilometres on frozen lake Lehtojärvi to find some good spots for ice fishing. Our professional guides will show you how to thrill a hole through thick ice and you will learn to tempt fishes under the ice with a special ice fishing rod. On this safari, you can also really enjoy the silence and the beauty of the pure Lappish nature around you. This safari offers you a nice combination of eSled drive and ice fishing experience on the beautiful lake of Lehtojärvi.
Duration: 3 hours
Includes: Winter clothing snowmobile instructions and safari 2 persons/eSled, driving 1-1,5h, ice fishing break 30-45 min, break in Kota between 45 min/1h, sausages grilling, flat bread, hot drinks, pastry and guiding in English
Electric Snowmobile Noon Safari into the Wilderness
The electric snowmobile is easy to drive and will allow you to enjoy the nature in total peace. On our afternoon safari, the journey begins in daylight with crossing the frozen lake Lehtojärvi and continues through bogs and forests. You will have chance to make nice photos during the stop on scenic view point before heading back as the daylight fades and stars light up in the sky. This e-Sled safari gives you the opportunity to feel an innovative experience! Come and try the electric snowmobile!
Duration: 3 hours
Includes: Winter clothing, snowmobile instructions and safari 2 persons/eSled, driving time approx.1,5-2h, break in Kota 45 min/1h, sausages grilling, flat bread, hot drinks, pastry and guiding in English.
Taste of Electric Snowmobiling
Driving on the frozen lake area on our snowy routes is an easy and comfortable way to start enjoying snowmobiling in peace. During the safari we make a few stops on the way and enjoy the beautiful lake view around us. The guide will also tell you more about the Lappish nature and the lake Lehtojärvi area. This safari is an especially great option for guests who want to get a taste of electric snowmobiling. Come and try the electric snowmobile!
Duration: 2 hours
Includes: Winter clothing, snowmobile instructions and safari 2 persons/eSled, driving time approx. 1,5 hours, hot drinks from thermos, guiding in English
Electric Snowmobile Safari: Northern Lights
We ride our eSleds to the top of a hill, far from the city lights – an ideal place for watching the Northern Lights. We stop to observe and admire the night sky and stars, and, if we are lucky, see the Northern Lights as well. The guide is happy to help the guests with camera settings if they wish to take pictures. During the stop we warm ourselves by the fire in a private hunting cabin and enjoy a Finnish style grilling.
Duration: 3 hours
Includes: Winter clothing, snowmobile instructions and safari 2 persons/eSled, driving time approx. 1,5-2 hours, sausage grilling, flat bread, pastry and hot drinks from thermos, guiding in Englis
Note: Not suitable for children under 8 years old.
Snowmobile Safari to Reindeer Farm
Want to become familiar with the ancient Lappish livelihood? Reindeer are also known as Santa’s flying friends! Drive a snowmobile to a local reindeer farm and after a short reindeer sleigh ride, you will receive your very own International Reindeer Driving License. Take part in a special “Crossing of the Arctic Circle” ceremony in a traditional Lappish tepee and receive a Crossing of the Arctic Circle Certificate as a gift to remember this fun day!
Duration: 3 hours
Includes: Winter clothing, snowmobile instructions and safari 2 Persons/snowmobile, driving approx. 1-1,5 hours, visit to reindeer farm, short reindeer sleigh ride and reindeer driving license, Arctic Circle ceremony and certificate, hot drinks, guiding in English
Snowmobile Safari to Santa Claus Village
Use snowmobile as your vehicle to reach Santa Claus Village and park it at parking place before enjoying the sights, shopping and cafes of Santa’ Village, not to forget a meeting with Farther Christmas whilst in his office! Snowmobiling takes approximately one hour (per way) and is suitable also for children seated in sleigh. Guide is with you throughout the day to give you tips for things to do at Arctic Circle and instruct you in using the snowmobile.
Duration: 4.5 hours
Includes: Winter clothing, snowmobile instructions, safari 2 persons/snowmobile, driving approx. 2 h way and back, children travel in sleigh pulled by guide, guiding in English
Arctic Delight: Santa Village, Snowmobiling to Reindeer Farm
Come and discover the secrets of Santa Claus and his trusted helpers! Meet Mr. Father Christmas himself, visit Santa’s Official Post Office, do some shopping and enjoy delicious lunch. After lunch, we head for the snowmobiles and drive to a local reindeer farm. Meet the reindeer, try a short reindeer sleigh ride, take part in a special “Crossing of the Arctic Circle” ceremony and after a splendid day we return back to the city by snowmobiles. Crossing the Arctic Circle Certificate is given to you as a gift at the end of the safari.
Duration: 6.5 hours
Includes: Winter clothing, transfers to Santa’s Village, meeting with Santa Claus, lunch, snowmobile instructions and safari 2 persons/snowmobile, driving approx. 1-1,5 hours, visit to reindeer farm, short reindeer sleigh ride, Arctic Circle ceremony and certificate, hot drinks, guiding in English
Along the Reindeer Path
Join us on our favourite day to an authentic reindeer safari! Sit comfortably in a sleigh and lay back, take photos of the nature around you and listen to the sounds of the reindeer caravan. Reindeer herder has prepared us coffee with a cinnamon bun on a campfire and he shares his life story with the reindeer.
Duration: 1 hours
Includes: Winter clothing, transfers, visit to reindeer farm, 1 hour reindeer safari, hot drinks with a bun, guiding in English
Reindeer Safari & Ice Fishing
This safari offers you an insight to how the life in Lapland used to be when you travel through the forest in a traditional reindeer sleigh to a frozen lake. Our guide will teach you how to drill a hole in the ice and prepare the ice fishing rod and baits. Try yourself to fish the catch of the day. Small Lappish barbeque with sausages on the fire will highlight the day outdoors before returning back to the farm.
Duration: 4 hours
Includes: Winter clothing, transfers, 1 hour reindeer safari, ice fishing, hot drinks, grilled sausages and guiding in English
Husky Safari: Thrill of Speed
Friendly barks of the huskies welcome you to the local farm but as soon as the safari of dogs departs from the farm, the dogs quiet down and start to work. Enjoy the surrounding nature and the sledge ride in silence. Stop for a break in the wilderness and take photos. We drive two persons per team, but there is a possibility to change the driver along the way. The average length of the trail is 10 km, but the weather conditions and the skills of the participants may affect the length of the ride.
Duration: 2 hours
Includes: Winter clothing, transfers, husky farm visit, 45-60 min husky safari of 7- 10km, 2 persons/team, children in sleigh, hot drinks, guiding in English
Snow Trail Husky Safari
Feel your heart race together with the speeding dogs in pristine winter forest of the Arctic Circle! On this husky safari you get to know your team of the arctic dogs and experience some the actual mushing, dog team handling. After the instruction on driving, we head to the forest with 2 persons sharing one sledge. The distance of the safari is between 12-17 km with a midway break and chance to change the drivers. After the safari we visit the husky kennel and you get to know more about life at the husky farm together with a hot drink and a sweet bite.
Duration: 2 hours
Includes: Winter clothing, transfers, husky farm visit, 1,5-2 hours husky safari of 12-17 km, 2 persons/team, children in sleigh, hot drinks, guiding in English
Lappish Lunch Break: Snowmobiling & Ice Fishing
Drive along the frozen rivers to a hidden winter fishing spot in the middle of the wilderness. Our guide will teach you how to drill a hole in the ice and prepare the ice fishing rod and baits. Meanwhile, our guide prepares us a delicious outdoor soup lunch – hopefully accompanied by the catch of the day.
Duration: 5 hours
Includes: Winter clothing, snowmobile instructions and safari 2 persons/snowmobile, driving time approx. 3 hours, ice-fishing, Lappish outdoor soup lunch, hot drinks, guiding in English
Note: Content of the program can be changed or cancelled due to weather in the end and beginning of program period. Suitable for children minimum 12 years old.
Snowshoe Fun
Having a walk with snowshoes is a fun way to play in the snow and explore the forest, all you need is positive energy! Our guide will take you to winter wonderland – like landscapes where we find a perfect place to enjoy the peace and quiet, take photos and have fun in the snow!
Duration: 2 hours
Includes: Winter clothing, transfers, hot chocolate with marshmallows, guiding in English
Note: Not suitable for children under 12 years old.
Arctic Ice Floating
Come and experience the lightness of your body during the arctic ice floating! Don’t fear the cold as you are totally protected with high quality rescue suit. Let your body and mind float, enjoy the frozen experience. This guided adventure is safe with a high-quality rescue suit that covers your whole body and keeps you dry. As you have your own clothing under the suit you will not get cold even in the open 0-degree water. Lying down in the frozen lake between the ice blocks is something worth trying – the circumstances are truly arctic!
Duration: 3 hours
Includes: Winter clothing, transfers, floating, hot drinks and guiding in English
Ice Fishing
Join our professional ice fishing guide to the frozen wilderness lake in the middle of the forest. Here you can learn how to lure the fish from under the ice with special ice fishing gear. On this trip you can really enjoy the silence and tranquillity of the winter nature. Warm up by campfire with hot drinks. Psst.. Let’s keep this just between us, as this is the best fishing spot in town!
Duration: 2.5 hours
Includes: Winter clothing, transfers, ice fishing equipment and instructions, hot drinks, guiding in English
Skiing in Nature
Forest skiing is an ancient and traditional way of moving in snow-covered forests. While the regular cross-country skis are used on maintained ski tracks, forest skis offer a peaceful and silent way of moving even in deep snow. Our guide will take you to Ounasvaara area few kilometres outside the city center, show you how skis and ski poles are used and lead you into the snowy forest. Take an opportunity to observe animal footprints and get to know the Lappish winter nature as its best. In the middle of the trip we will take a break and enjoy a cup of hot chocolate with marshmallows.
Duration: 2.5 hours
Includes: Winter clothing, transfers, forest ski equipment and instructions, hot chocolate in thermos and marshmallows, guiding in English
Note: Not suitable for children 0-14 years old.
Wildlife Park Rauna
Come and visit Ranua Wildlife Park to see approximately 50 species and 200 arctic animals. This experience offers you the chance to be picked up from your hotel (if located outside the city centre, up to 10km from our office), includes the thermal winter clothing, the transfers to Ranua Zoo, as well as the entrance tickets. Ranua Wildlife park is located approximately 80 km from Rovaniemi, in the heart of the arctic forest. You will have the chance to see 50 different species of arctic animals surrounded by Lappish nature at its best. Before returning to Rovaniemi, remember to visit the local Fazer shop.
Duration: 5.5 hours
Includes: Winter clothing, transfers, grilled sausage, pastry, hot drinks, gWinter clothing, transfers, entrance ticket.
Note: There is no guide or lunch included
Pick up: For this tour, pick up will be from the following locations; Safartica office, Lapland Hotel Sky Ounasvaara, Ounasvaaran Lakituvat, Santa Claus Holiday Village, Lapland Hotel Ounasvaara Chalets, Santa’s Igloos Arctic Circle, Nova Skyland, Snowman World Glass resort and Arctic Treehouse Hotel
Evening Escape, Snowmobile Safari & Campfire
Join us to experience the magic of the northern nature in the evening twilight. Drive through a beautiful winter landscape in snowmobile headlights before stopping for a break in the middle of the pitch-dark forest. While the guide makes a campfire, listen to the stories and facts about the Northern Lights. Enjoy a Lappish snack break and grill sausages on the fire while observing the skies above you. With good luck, we may catch a glimpse of the Northern Lights.
Duration: 3 hours
Includes: Winter clothing, snowmobile instructions and safari, 2 persons/snowmobile, driving approx. 1,5-2 hours, grilled sausages, pastry, hot drinks, guiding in English.
Polar Night: Evening Reindeer Safari
This is a night to remember! After a short car drive we come to a local reindeer farm where we start our reindeer adventure. We travel through forests sitting comfortably in a reindeer sleigh and who knows if the Northern Lights paint the sky in shades of green above us. After the ride a hot cup of coffee with a bun is served around a campfire.
Duration: 2.5 hours
Includes: Winter clothing, car transfers, visit to reindeer farm, 1 hour reindeer safari, hot drinks with bun, guiding in English, transfers, 20-30 min horse sleigh ride, hot drinks, cookies, guiding in English
Aurora Borealis Picnic
The Northern Lights, also known as Aurora Borealis, are possible to be observed in the polar zone of the world. Our location on the Arctic Circle gives us the best possibilities to see them. Our guide will drive us out of the city reaching the perfects spots offering us the best open sky vision to enjoy the Lappish picnic hopefully under the Auroras. Transfers by car or bus.
Duration: 3 hours
Includes: Winter clothing, transfers, grilled sausage, pastry, hot drinks, guiding in English
Aurora Ice Floating
Dip yourself into a frozen lake under the Auroras and let your mind rest, sounds bizarre doesn’t it! Tonight, this is possible! This guided floating is totally safe with a high-quality rescue suit that covers your whole body and keeps you dry. As you have your own clothing under the suit you will not get cold even in the open 0-degree water. The circumstances are truly arctic! If the weather is clear, we can see beautiful stars and may even get to marvel the magnificent Northern Lights.
Duration: 4 hours
Includes: Winter clothing, transfers, floating, hot drinks and guiding in English
Note: Minimum height for floating is 120 cm
