Girl on a snowmobile watching aurora borealis in snowy landscape
Snowmobile in profile with small bushes and aurora borealis in starry sky
Two people on snowmobiles pointing and looking at the northern lights sky.
5 snowmobiles head-on in snowy terrain with aurora borealis in the background
Two snowmobiles and person observing blue aurora borealis
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Snowmobile Rovaniemi + Northen Lights Tour

Nighttime snowmobile adventure chasing the Northern Lights

New tour!

Rovaniemi
1 day
Spanish and English
Starts: Overnight stay in Rovaniemi at 19:00
Ends: Overnight stay in Rovaniemi around 23:30
Free cancellation!

Briefing

Can you imagine having one of the most epic nights of your trip to Lapland?

With the Snowmobile Rovaniemi + Northern Lights Tour, you can totally make that happen! This adventure mixes the thrill of snowmobiling with the magic of the Lapland night sky. It’s great for the whole family and includes pick-up and drop-off from your place in Rovaniemi. Plus, there’s a guide who speaks both English and Spanish to show you how to ride those snowmobiles safely, so everyone can have a blast without any worries. While you’re riding, you’ll be blown away by the stunning snowy landscapes and the incredible Northern Lights. You’ll get to drive for a full hour, giving you plenty of time to soak it all in. No need to stress about anything; your guide will be right there with you every step of the way.

Just look up at the sky and get ready to be amazed!

Tour details

Included

  • Transfer to and from lodging
  • 1 hour of snowmobile driving
  • Professional bilingual Spanish/English speaking guide
  • Thermal clothing, gloves, boots and helmet rental

Not included

  • Food and beverage

Important information

Please note that the minimum age to drive a snowmobile is 18 years old and you must have a valid driver's license.

Children under 12 years old will ride on sleds pulled by snowmobiles driven by the guides. In case they do not want to go on the sled, they can ride as passengers on the snowmobiles if they are 140 centimeters or taller and pay the adult rate. Children under 3 years old are not allowed.

Regarding the prices, they are always shown per person, not per vehicle, so if you want to share a snowmobile with your companion, you will have to buy 2 adult tickets for a shared snowmobile. If in your case you prefer to go alone on the snowmobile, then you must purchase 1 adult ticket on an individual snowmobile.

The northern lights are a natural phenomenon so we can not guarantee 100% visibility but the guide will find the best place to locate them. Otherwise, he will make your experience still unique and worthwhile.

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation!

If you cancel 7 days in advance, you will receive a 50% refund.

If you cancel 72 hours in advance, you will receive a 100% refund.

If you cancel with less than 72 hours notice, no refund will be offered.

Tour itinerary

Snowmobiling Rovaniemi + Aurora Borealis

Duration: 4-5 hours depending on the time it takes to find the northern lights.

Driving difficulty: low

Pick up at your accommodation and transfer to the starting point of the tour.

At the appointed time, we will pick you up at your accommodation and you will board a minibus to the starting point where the snowmobile tour will begin. The tour lasts 20-30 minutes and will allow you to experience the magic of the Lapland night.

Snow-covered trees in Rovaniemi with starry night sky

Explanation on how to drive the snowmobiles.

When you arrive at the starting point of the tour, the guide will welcome you and hand out thermal clothing, gloves, boots and helmet, essential to be able to drive the snowmobiles! Afterwards, he will briefly explain how these vehicles work. You will see that they are very intuitive and easy to handle, even if you have no previous experience. Always follow the guide's instructions to avoid any incident.

Snowmobile

Driving a snowmobile under the Northern Lights

Let the adventure begin! For about an hour you will drive in the vastness of the dark forests of Lapland. The guide will show you the best route to get close to the area most likely to see aurorae, so keep your eyes peeled! When we have found the best location, we will make a stop where you can rest, enjoy the starry sky with the northern lights and take all the pictures you want. If you have brought something to eat, you will also be able to enjoy it at this time.

Remember that the viewing of the Northern Lights cannot be 100% guaranteed, as it depends on the weather conditions of each day.

Two people enjoying the snowy night with aurora borealis and snowmobiles.

Return to Rovaniemi

After enjoying the Northern Lights, we will get back on the minibus and head back to your accommodation in Rovaniemi. We hope you have enjoyed the enchantment of the Lapland sky!

Two snowmobiles on a snow-covered road at night

What to bring to Snowmobile Rovaniemi + Northen Lights tour

Rovaniemi is located near the Arctic Circle, so it has a cold climate almost all year round, reaching temperatures below zero in the winter months (November-March).

As in any Nordic climate you will need warm clothes, mainly thermal. Although the activity offers this service, here is a summary of the essentials to visit Rovaniemi at any time of the year:

  • Thermal T-shirt
  • Comfortable walking shoes, especially prepared for snow.
  • Rain jacket
  • First layers on top and bottom
  • Hat
  • Gloves
  • Fleece lining
  • Valid driving license

Where does the tour Snowmobile Rovaniemi + Northen Lights start

This tour includes pick-up service from your accommodation in Rovaniemi.

Depending on your country of origin, there are direct flights connecting Rovaniemi with other European destinations.

Otherwise, there is also the possibility to travel by train or bus from Helsinki to Rovaniemi.

The train journey takes between 9 and 12 hours and costs about 80 euros per person. There is also the possibility to travel by night train.

The bus takes about 12 hours and costs between 25 and 35 euros but you may need to transfer during the trip.

Questions & Answers

  • Who can drive the snowmobile?

    Snowmobiles may only be driven by persons over 18 years of age with a valid driver's license.

  • Can I come with children?

    Yes, children under 12 years old can take the tour on sleds pulled by snowmobiles driven by the guides or as a passenger on their companion's snowmobile as long as it is paid as an adult ticket. Children under 3 years old are not allowed.

  • Is it dangerous to drive snowmobiles?

    Driving snowmobiles is very safe as long as the rules established by the guide are respected and complied with, since it is still a motorized vehicle.

  • Is lunch included in the tour?

    No, food and drinks are not included in the tour and there is no place during the activity where you can buy them, so we recommend that you bring your own bottle of water and, if you need it, something to eat.

  • Is the transfer included?

    Yes, the tour includes both the transfer from your accommodation to the starting point of the tour and back to your accommodation in Rovaniemi.

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