Day Trips

Rovaniemi: Guaranteed Northern Lights Group Tour

Northern lights display during Northern Lights Discovery Tour.

Person holding lantern under Northern Lights on Discovery Tour.

Guests on Northern Lights Discovery Tour under vibrant aurora borealis in snowy landscape.

Guests viewing Northern Lights on snowy forest tour.

Duration

6 hr

Free cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience

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Guided tour

4.3/5

(103)

Zoe

Jan 2026

Verified Partner Review

Still buzzing from last night—honestly, chasing the Northern Lights was something I didn't think would actually work out for us but it DID! Our guide (cannot remember his name, sorry) was sooo patient with us, answering my billion questions and even lent me gloves when mine got soaked. The sky was mostly clear but there were a few clouds early on, which made me nervous. We drove for what felt like ages but it was worth it, because when that green glow started dancing, the whole van gasped. He snapped a bunch of photos for us, which is lucky because my phone totally failed. The hot berry juice at the end was a life-saver. If you’re cold-blooded like me, wear two pairs of socks!!

Yana

Jan 2026

Verified Partner Review

I went solo and honestly was a bit nervous about being awkward with strangers, but the group vibe was chill. Our guide, Max, was super friendly and made sure everyone got their own photo under the lights. He even showed us how to set up our phones for night shots (didn’t help my ancient Samsung but appreciate the try). The aurora itself was legit MAGICAL—like, actual goosebumps. Dress warm, it’s colder than you think standing around waiting for the show.

Andre

Jan 2026

Verified Partner Review

Went out chasing the lights with my boyfriend. It was a bit crowded in the van, ngl, but our guide made it fun. We saw a tiny bit of aurora at first and were kinda disappointed, but he didn’t give up and drove us to a second spot. That’s where we got lucky—like, the sky just exploded in color. Felt a bit rushed taking pics (everyone wanted their turn lol), but still, I'd say worth it. Just bring snacks, cause it’s a long ride and the cookies went FAST.

Set out from Rovaniemi’s Rovakatu meeting point on a flexible aurora hunt that adapts to conditions in real time.

Travel in a comfortable group with multiple expert guides using live cloud data and solar forecasts to find clear skies.

Venture beyond city lights to carefully chosen dark-sky locations, with warm berry juice and snacks at viewing stops.

Professional DSLR photos are captured by your guide, and you'll receive edited copies after the tour at no additional cost.

Benefit from a 100% money-back guarantee if the Northern Lights are not seen, ensuring a risk-free aurora hunt.

Group tour 1-48 people

Passionate local guide

Pickup & dropoff from/to the meeting point in Rovaniemi

Transfers in a heated coach bus

Live aurora data tracking

No limits on time or mileage

Professional photographer with a DSLR camera

Access to digital photos & videos

Servings of hot beverages & snacks

100% money back guarantee if we are unable to find the Northern Lights

Dinner/food (besides snacks)

Winter clothing

You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

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What our guests say
Zoe
Jan 2026
Verified Partner Review
Still buzzing from last night—honestly, chasing the Northern Lights was something I didn't think would actually work out for us but it DID! Our guide (cannot remember his name, sorry) was sooo patient with us, answering my billion questions and even lent me gloves when mine got soaked. The sky was mostly clear but there were a few clouds early on, which made me nervous. We drove for what felt like ages but it was worth it, because when that green glow started dancing, the whole van gasped. He snapped a bunch of photos for us, which is lucky because my phone totally failed. The hot berry juice at the end was a life-saver. If you’re cold-blooded like me, wear two pairs of socks!!
Yana
Jan 2026
Verified Partner Review
I went solo and honestly was a bit nervous about being awkward with strangers, but the group vibe was chill. Our guide, Max, was super friendly and made sure everyone got their own photo under the lights. He even showed us how to set up our phones for night shots (didn’t help my ancient Samsung but appreciate the try). The aurora itself was legit MAGICAL—like, actual goosebumps. Dress warm, it’s colder than you think standing around waiting for the show.
Andre
Jan 2026
Verified Partner Review
Went out chasing the lights with my boyfriend. It was a bit crowded in the van, ngl, but our guide made it fun. We saw a tiny bit of aurora at first and were kinda disappointed, but he didn’t give up and drove us to a second spot. That’s where we got lucky—like, the sky just exploded in color. Felt a bit rushed taking pics (everyone wanted their turn lol), but still, I'd say worth it. Just bring snacks, cause it’s a long ride and the cookies went FAST.
Chloe
Jan 2026
Verified Partner Review
Took the tour with my mum. Didn’t really know what to expect and was secretly scared we’d see nothing. But our guide (think his name was Jari?) was SO enthusiastic and really knew his stuff. He kept checking the sky, moving us around to different spots, and finally we saw the lights. Like, the whole sky just… lit up. Mum cried. Bless. Even got a group photo and he made us all hot chocolate. I’m not a cold weather person, but totally glad I did this.
Mateo
Jan 2026
Verified Partner Review
We did the tour as a family of four (kids 9 and 12). They loved the adventure aspect—lots of driving around, looking out the windows, guessing which cloud was actually aurora. Only downside: looong night and the youngest got a bit whiny. But we DID see the lights, and the guide was super patient with all our questions. He even let the kids use his fancy camera for a minute. Would recommend for families, just bring extra snacks!

Maximize your chances of seeing the Northern Lights on a guided chase with real-time tracking, expert guides, photos, and a money-back guarantee.

Getting started

Arrive at the meeting point on Rovakatu in Rovaniemi and check in with your guide. Show your ticket for validation before boarding the vehicle. There are no strict security checks, but timely arrival is required for departure.

What to expect

Northern Lights viewing locations

Head to remote dark-sky spots around Rovaniemi, chosen using live aurora data, cloud cover, and solar forecasts.

Features

Travel in a comfortable heated bus coach with unlimited mileage and flexible routing based on real-time aurora conditions.

Learn from passionate local guides who track aurora data & solar forecasts and position the group for optimal viewing.

Stay warm with warm berry juice and snacks served during viewing stops in colder outdoor locations.

Get unlimited DSLR photos and videos captured and edited by professional guides throughout the experience.

Enjoy a worry-free chase with a 100% money-back guarantee if the Northern Lights are not seen.

What to bring

Dress in proper Arctic winter gear, including insulated boots, gloves, a warm hat, and layered clothing, as thermal wear is not provided.

What’s not allowed

Pets are not permitted on this tour.

Infants are not allowed to join, as there is no provision for lap seating or strollers.

Accessibility

This tour is not wheelchair or stroller accessible.

Additional information

Arrive at the meeting point at least 15 minutes before your confirmed departure time.

Pickup and drop-off are arranged only between the meeting point and the aurora viewing locations; hotel transfers are not included.

Edited digital photos from the tour are included and shared after the experience.

Routes are planned each night based on cloud cover and solar activity forecasts, so they are not fixed.

The tour lasts around 5 hours, but timing may vary depending on the weather and aurora conditions.

If the Northern Lights are not seen during your tour, you will receive a full refund of your payment.

Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.

Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point.

Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.