Outdoor Activities

Rovaniemi: Northern Lights Snowmobile Hunt

Duration

3 hrs - 4 hrs

Free cancellation

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

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Drift through snowy forests on a snowmobile under expert guidance and try to spot the Northern Lights on this adventure with hotel transfers from Rovaniemi.

Venture deep into Lapland’s snowy forests by snowmobile or sledge, with a strong chance to spot the Northern Lights.

Small-group tours led by a professional snowmobile guide, with all winter gear and hotel pick-up outside the city centre included.

Enjoy campfire snacks or warm cookies and drinks as you pause to soak in the Arctic night’s atmosphere.

Safety and comfort come first, with full instructions and thermal clothing provided for every guest.

Upgrades: Select a night snowmobile ride with driving instructions, or opt for a sledge ride with no driving required and enjoy warm cookies.

3/4-hour Northern Lights snowmobile tour with max 8 people (as per option selected)

Hotel pick-up/drop-off for accommodations outside the city center

Driving & safety instructors

Thermal overalls, boots & gloves

Helmet & balaclava

Warm drinks & snacks (as per option selected)

Snowmobile sledge ride (as per option selected)

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
Vugar A
Group
Verified booking
Feb 2026
Jayashree S
Couple
Verified booking
Feb 2025
Michael / Mikhail was super friendly and super knowledgeable. I get super cold super fast, he was kind enough to get me the right outfit, kind enough check in throughout the thing, warm enough? Fast enough etc. We only saw a mild bit of aurora but the experience is still worth it. Standing in the middle of a frozen lake in the cold and looking up at the cosmos.
Stefano A
Group
Verified booking
Jan 2025
A small group to fully enjoy the experience. Great
Mar 2024
Went on the snowmobile aurora tour with my partner last week and wow—what a night! Our guide (sorry, forgot his name, maybe Jari?) was suuuper friendly and kept checking we were comfy on the snowmobiles. It was COLD, bring extra socks! We stopped at a little hut for hot berry juice (yum) and cookies. We saw the lights faint at first, then they just went MAD across the sky. Felt a bit like a movie. I kept dropping my gloves, lol, but staff helped me out every time. Only minus—my helmet visor fogged up, but honestly still worth every minute.
Mar 2024
Don’t usually write reviews but this snowmobile tour was something different. Group was a bit large (12 ppl?), so sometimes felt a little rushed when we stopped for pics. Lights showed up but were kinda faint, guide explained that’s just how it goes sometimes. He had SO many stories though. We roasted marshmallows over fire, which my kids LOVED. If you’ve never snowmobiled before—be ready for a bumpy ride lol. Would do again, just smaller group next time.

Set out on a 4-hour guided snowmobile adventure from Rovaniemi, with a chance to spot the Northern Lights in a small group.

Getting started

Begin at the Wild About Lapland office in Rovaniemi city centre or arrange hotel pick-up if staying outside the centre. After a brief introduction and safety instructions from your professional guide, you’ll be equipped with thermal overalls, boots, gloves, helmet, and balaclava before heading to the snowmobiles.

What to expect

Northern Lights snowmobile ride

This night tour takes you deep into Lapland’s snowy Taiga forests, offering a unique opportunity to experience the Arctic wilderness after dark. The route includes several stops to admire the frozen landscape and, with luck, witness the Northern Lights overhead.

Features

Small-group format: Tours are limited to 8 participants, ensuring personal attention and a quieter experience on the trails.

Expert guidance: Your professional guide provides driving and safety instructions, answers questions, and shares insights about the Northern Lights and local nature.

Campfire break: Pause mid-tour to grill a snack and enjoy a hot drink around a campfire, while listening to stories about the aurora.

Arctic gear included: Stay warm and comfortable with provided winter clothing and equipment.

Responsible snowmobiling: Well-maintained tracks and clear safety protocols ensure a secure and enjoyable ride for all.

What to bring

Bring a valid physical driving license (A1, T, A or B category, valid in Finland) if you will be driving a snowmobile.

Bring a bottle of water.

Dress warmly and use good under-layers, socks, hats, and gloves; cold weather clothing (thermal overall, boots, gloves, helmet, balaclava) will be provided, but personal preparation is recommended.

What’s not allowed

Alcoholic drinks are not permitted.

It is strictly prohibited to drive a snowmobile under the influence of alcohol or drugs.

The experience is not recommended for participants with heart complaints or other serious medical conditions.

Large bags and suitcases are not recommended during the activity.

Accessibility

This experience is not wheelchair accessible.

Additional information

Minimum age requirements apply: participants must be at least 18 years old and hold a valid driving license to drive a snowmobile.

If your accommodation is in Rovaniemi city centre, you must walk to the office at Rovakatu 24, 96200 Rovaniemi; no city centre pick-ups are available.

Hotel pick-ups for accommodations outside the city centre are available for an extra surcharge if 10 km or further from the centre; pick-up time will be confirmed by email and commences 10–60 minutes prior to the start time.

The snowmobile driver is liable for damages up to €1000 per person in case of an accident.

Two adults share one snowmobile; a single driving supplement is available for an extra charge.

Cold weather clothing will be provided, but please dress appropriately for winter conditions.

Cancellation fees apply: 100% if cancelled 1 day or less before the event, 50% if 7 days or less, 10% if 365 days or less before the event.

The experience operates in small groups with a maximum of 8 participants.

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.