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Rovaniemi is the heart of Finnish Lapland and a gateway to unforgettable Arctic adventures year-round.
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Our Winter Experiences
Northern Lights Guaranteed
Join us on a guided tour, and we promise to maximize your chances of witnessing the Northern Lights.
From 199 € / person
- Northern Lights Hunting Tour
- Unlimited Mileage & Time
- Transportation
- Professional photography with photos
- Hot Drinks & cookies
- Thermal winter clothing
Signature Husky Safari
Drive your own husky sled through the pristine Arctic wilderness on an unforgettable 7 km safari.
From 269 € / person
- 7 km self-driven husky safari
- Meet the huskies and learn about them
- Transportation
- Warm berry juice and cookies
- Winter clothing
- Professional English-speaking guide
Santa Claus Village Tour
The Santa Claus Village tour is perfect for families with kids.
From 169 € / person
- Meeting Santa Claus himself!
- Snacks
- Thermal winter clothing
- Transportation included
- A tour guide in English
Exclusive Reindeer Experience
Escape to an authentic local reindeer farm located just 5 minutes from SkyView Igloo Resort
From 169 € / person
- Return transfers from SkyView Igloo Resort
- Visit to a local reindeer farm
- Meeting and feeding the reindeer
- Short reindeer sleigh ride
- Reindeer driving licence
- Coffee and local pastries
Snowmobile Adventure
Drive a snowmobile through snowy forests and frozen lakes on a guided safari, enjoy a wilderness break with warm drinks and cookies, and meet reindeer up close
From 179 € / person (shared snowmobile)
Solo snowmobile 229 €
- 2.5-hour tour (1–1.5 h driving)
- Warm drinks and cookies
- Visit to a private reindeer enclosure
- Snow boots and overalls
- Departures 9:00 and 12:00
Ice Fishing & Snowmobile Adventure
Ride a snowmobile from the resort to a peaceful frozen lake, learn traditional ice fishing and enjoy a relaxing break with hot drinks
From 230 € / person (shared snowmobile)
Solo snowmobile 280 €
- 3-hour tour (1–1.5 h snowmobile driving)
- Ice fishing
- Hot drinks
- Winter boots and overalls
- Professional guide
- Departure 14:30
Snowmobile Aurora Hunt
Head out after dark on a guided snowmobile safari in search of the Northern Lights, with a photo break, hot juice and cookies under the Arctic sky
From 230 € / person (shared snowmobile)
Solo snowmobile 280 €
- 3-hour tour (1–1.5 h snowmobile driving)
- Photo break – your guide takes photos with your phone
- Hot juice and cookies
- Winter overalls and boots
- Professional guide
- Departure 18:00
Our Private Experiences
Private Signature Husky Safari
Enjoy an exclusive private husky safari – drive your own sled through the breathtaking Arctic wilderness
From 2 950 € / group
- Private 5 km self-driven husky safari
- Private guide throughout the experience
- Safety briefing and driving instructions
- Meet the huskies
- Winter clothing
- Warm berry juice and cookies
Private Exclusive Reindeer Experience
Meet the reindeer of Lapland in a private setting – an exclusive reindeer farm experience just for your group.
From 2 000 € / group (max 8)
- Private experience for your group only (max 8)
- Return transfers from SkyView Igloo Resort
- Visit to a local reindeer farm
- Meeting and feeding the reindeer
- Short reindeer sleigh ride
- Reindeer driving licence
- Coffee and local pastries
Private Northern Lights Guaranteed
A private aurora hunting tour with your own Aurora Pro guide and professional photography
From 1 850 € / group
- Private Aurora Pro guide
- No time or kilometre limit
- Professional photography (unlimited photos)
- Meteorological observations
- Pick-up and drop-off from your hotel
- Winter clothing
Private Santa Claus Village Tour
A private Santa Claus Village tour for your family or group with your own guide
From 1 800 € / group
- Private guided tour
- Meeting Santa Claus himself
- Winter clothing
- Private transportation
- A tour guide in English
Private Snowmobile Safari Adventure
A thrilling private snowmobile safari through the Arctic wilderness for your own group
From 1 850 € / group
- Private guided snowmobile tour
- Instruction and driving practice before departure
- All safety equipment
- Thermal winter clothing
- Stop for hot drinks and photos
- Fuel, insurance and snowmobile use
Private Ice Fishing & Snowmobile Adventure
Private for your own group: ride a snowmobile from the resort to a peaceful frozen lake, learn traditional ice fishing and enjoy a relaxing break with hot drinks
From 2 290 € / group (max 8)
- Private experience for your group only (max 8)
- 3-hour tour (1–1.5 h snowmobile driving)
- Ice fishing
- Hot drinks
- Winter boots and overalls
- Professional guide
- Departure 14:30
Private Snowmobile Aurora Hunt
Private for your own group: head out after dark on a guided snowmobile safari in search of the Northern Lights, with a photo break, hot juice and cookies under the Arctic sky
From 2 190 € / group (max 8)
- Private experience for your group only (max 8)
- 3-hour tour (1–1.5 h snowmobile driving)
- Photo break – your guide takes photos with your phone
- Hot juice and cookies
- Winter overalls and boots
- Professional guide
- Departure 18:00
Northern Lights: Your Front-Row Seat to the Aurora
The most iconic experience in Rovaniemi is the northern lights. Aurora season typically runs from late August through early spring, giving you countless opportunities to combine autumn hikes, winter adventures, and nighttime sky-watching in a single trip. Our trusted guides track weather and solar activity to find the best conditions each evening. And when you return, your warm igloo with a glass ceiling offers the coziest vantage point of all, continue aurora hunting right from your bed.
Husky Safari: Lapland’s Timeless Thrill
A husky safari is pure Lapland magic. Glide through silent forests and open marshlands behind an eager team, with tours available in various lengths and difficulty levels. Prefer something gentler? Visit the kennel, meet the dogs (and sometimes puppies), and learn about everyday life with a working husky team. We partner with carefully selected local operators who prioritize animal welfare and small groups for a personal, responsible experience.
Do you have specific winter activity you would like to experience?
Year-Round Adventures
Rovaniemi offers much more than auroras and dog sledding.
Winter: Reindeer sleigh rides, snowshoeing, snowmobiling, ice fishing, and the classic Finnish ritual: smoke sauna and (optional!) ice dip to warm both body and spirit.
Spring–Autumn: Midnight sun walks, calm lakes for canoeing and SUP, berry and mushroom foraging, scenic cycling routes, and guided hikes with breathtaking viewpoints. The Arctic transforms with each season, but the wilderness is always close, just step outside and start exploring.
Tailored for Couples, Families & Friends
Traveling with kids or looking for a slower pace? Tell us and we’ll recommend family-friendly tours and private options.
Chasing photo opportunities, a shot of adrenaline, or deep relaxation? We’ll tailor the mix. Between outings, Skyview Igloos becomes your peaceful base: curl up by the fire, enjoy the silence, and let the vast northern sky be your evening show.
Complete Your Arctic Holiday
Looking for accommodation to complement your Arctic experiences? Discover our Holiday Packages, combining luxury glass igloo stays, unforgettable Lapland activities, and personalized service into one seamless holiday.
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