Top Finland Outdoor Activities - page 2

Get the absolute max from a precious evening in Lapland with this private dinner and northern lights chase from Rovaniemi. Hit the frozen fells by private vehicle and enjoy a hearty 3-course campfire dinner in a beautiful glass igloo as your guide shares stories about the lights and you scan the night sky overhead. Then, if you are lucky with the weather, ride snow scooter across a frozen lake on a thrilling aurora borealis hunt before your return.

Combine a Northern Lights search with a snowmobile ride—and enjoy two activities in one all-inclusive, time-saving trip—with this tour from Rovaniemi. Book ahead to ensure your place, and race across the snowy expanses on a 2-person snowmobile to a camp. With luck, see the lights here over sausages and drinks around the campfire. The tour includes hotel transfers, with an upgrade option to ride a snowmobile solo. Please be advised the price of your ticket is per person - twin driving. You will ride the snowmobile in pairs (twin riding), a driver and a passenger on each snowmobile, with the opportunity to switch during the ride. Before the tour you can buy a solo driving option.

Experience a slice of traditional Sami life on this 2-hour tour from Saariselkä, including a reindeer sleigh ride. Visit a reindeer farm, meet the friendly herders, and enjoy an unforgettable sleigh ride through the countryside, with only the jingle of reindeer bells to break the silence. As you travel, admire the frozen landscapes, and try driving the reindeer with the help of your herder-guide. Afterward, head inside the herders’ cottage or cozy 'kota' tent and hear interesting stories about reindeer care and herding over a reviving coffee or tea.

Hunt the Northern Lights to capture them on camera on this small-group photography tour from Rovaniemi. Traveling by air-conditioned minivan with a professional photographer, head for the best viewing places, chosen according to the weather forecasts of the day. Then, walk to the exact vantage points for a guided photo session, and with luck, obtain once-in-a-lifetime shots. Headlamps, thermals, refreshments, and Rovaniemi hotel pickup and drop-off included, with participants advised to bring a DSLR camera.

Hike up into the Korouoma National Park with this tour. Famous for its frozen waterfalls, this scenic route runs on a loop and takes a half day to traverse the winter wonderland. Led by a local guide, explore the region in safety, and comfort. Finish the day with an opportunity to discover the lifestyle of the Finish people. Visit a traditional hut and indulge in some grilled snacks.

We show the beauty of Helsinki by sea at sunset with unique route and awesome spirit. You can enjoy the smooth ride or participate in sailing actions and steer the boat. At the last part of the sailing trip we server snacks, sweets and a glass of bubbly. You will get a Polaroid picture as a keepsake from the event.

Meet the unique outdoor experience walking in the Korouoma National park organized trails. You will see the Frozen Waterfalls, unforgetable views of Northern nature with our guide and support. Traditional Finnish grill snacks and warm drinks included!

Lapland’s remote subarctic wilderness is ideal for snowboarding—but its vast size makes it easy for independent travelers to get lost. On this tour, follow a guide through the snow trails of a snowmobile park near Levi in Finland’s far north region. Drive in two-person teams with the ability to switch drivers as often as you wish. This experience also includes easy round-trip transportation from hotels in the Levi area.

Animal lovers will enjoy this tour of the Ranua Zoo, an open-air Arctic zoo in Lapland. You’ll have the chance to encounter up to 200 animal and bird species as you walk the roughly 1.5 mile (2.5 kilometer) trail around the zoo. Learn more about the special habitats of this northern part of the world. An ideal activity for the whole family, in all seasons.

Discover the snow-covered landscapes around the Arctic Circle on a thrilling snowmobile safari. This 1-hour tour is ideal for families, time-crunched travelers, or those trying snowmobiling for the first time. Take your turn driving the snowmobile or hop on the back and take in the views as you speed across frozen plains and zip through snowy forests.

Travel through the snowy Lappish forest like a local—on a snowmobile—on this half-day tour. Keep warm with provided gear, far superior than anything you may have packed in your suitcase, and some blueberry tea and gingerbread. Please be advised the price of your ticket is per person - twin driving. You will ride the snowmobile in pairs (twin riding), a driver and a passenger on each snowmobile, with the opportunity to switch during the ride. Before the tour you can buy a solo driving option.

Watch the aurora borealis in a unique and peaceful way: floating in an Arctic lake. You’ll be provided with a warm, dry survival suit, which will protect you from the freezing temperatures and keep you buoyant. Your guide will talk about the stunning natural phenomenon and the surrounding Finnish landscape.

Experience Lapland’s wild terrain with a snowmobile safari through its off-road forest trails, gaining a more intimate perspective of the Arctic landscape. Absorb views of Santa Claus’ Village against a frozen backdrop, with the option to skip return transfer in favor of continuing on to meet Father Christmas himself. Take part in a thrilling family adventure, with children traveling safely by sledge pulled by the guide.

Get outdoors and make the most of winter in Lapland on this handy tour from Levi. The three-hour tour has been designed especially for travelers short on time. Visit a reindeer farm to meet these cool creatures and take a reindeer-pulled sled ride. After a warming drink, continue to the husky enclosure and enjoy another ride pulled by huskies. This is an ideal tour for anyone who loves animals.

Race through the snowy wilds of Lapland on an exhilarating 2-hour snowmobile experience from Rovaniemi. Travel to a snowmobile center, don a supplied thermal coverall and helmet, and zoom off into the wintry countryside in a guided convoy. Speed along wooded trails, trace the course of a frozen river, and pause along the way to soak up the stunning scenery. Before riding back to the center, stop to refuel with hot drinks and biscuits. Ride as a twosome on a 2-seater snowmobile, or alternatively, upgrade to drive your own.

Unless you hire a car and know your way around, exploring the Arctic wilderness outside Rovaniemi is easier and more rewarding with a guide. With this year-round wilderness tour, delve into the untouched forests or fells, and connect with nature, Lappish style. Discover how to move quietly, look for wildlife and animal tracks; learn to build a fire without matches, and more. Snacks, hot drinks, and hotel transfers are included.

Maximize your chances of spotting the Nothern Lights with this snowmobile adventure that takes you away from the city lights of Rovaniemi and under the dark night skies above frozen Lake Vikajärvi. Marvel at the canopy of stars and snap photos from provided tripods if the Aurora Borealis decides to make a showing, keeping warm with an open fire and hot berry juice in the meantime.

Focus on getting the best possible photos of Riisitunturi National Park on this full-day excursion from Rovaniemi. With a professional photographer guide in the lead, you'll visit the most scenic spots and get advice on how to make the best shots. This is a private tour for just you and your party, so the itinerary is flexible and you'll get plenty of personalized attention.

Ideal for travelers interested in challenging outdoor activities, this experience takes rookies and pros alike ice-climbing at Tajukangas Ice Fall. Meet your guide, don your provided equipment, and take a short hike to Tajukangas—the waterfall freezes in winter to form an ice climbing wall—for several hours of climbing. Your guide helps make the climbing experience safe and provides a bonfire with hot drinks to keep you warm between sessions.

Christmas atmosphere for the whole family. Activity has 5 different Christmasssy tasks to complete during the stay in local Reindeer farm.

The Aurora Borealis (Northern Lights) is one of the main draws in Lapland, but it takes an expert to know the best locations to increase your chances of spotting this natural spectacle. Take the guesswork out of your Northern Lights hunt with this small-group excursion that includes transportation from Rovaniemi to the darkest countryside. Stay warm around a bonfire with hot drinks and snacks as you keep your eyes on the skies.

Get the most out of your time in Lapland by spending a day in the great outdoors. You’ll save time by trying two activities in a day—ice fishing and snowshoeing. Take the hassle out of navigating by having door-to-door transport included. Once you get to the Arctic forests, you’ll snowshoe over a frozen lake, and test out your fishing skills. Another highlight is learning how to make fire without the use of matches, and grilling sausages.

Treat yourself to a special experience from Rovaniemi that combines typical Lapland cuisine, forest scenery, and a warm place to potentially watch the Northern Lights. Travel to a glass igloo in the forest where you’ll enjoy a private meal cooked in front of you. Then it’s time to look outside and admire your scenic surroundings and look up to see if the Northern Lights will come visit.