Northern Lights Tours · Kemijärvi
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One tour names Rovaniemi directly rather than Kemijärvi in its title, offering an 8-hour outing with photos for 199 € run by Rovaniemi Insider. If you stay in Kemijärvi, two outings start at 149 €. The 5.5-hour tour with Rovaniemi Insider is rated “Everybody welcome”, departs from Academy Hotel Kemijärvi, and is guided in English. A second 6-hour outing from the same operator is available at 149 € as well. Durations span from 5.5h to 8h across all three options. Pick the 5.5-hour tour for a set meeting point in Kemijärvi, or select the 8-hour trip if you want photos included and are heading to Rovaniemi.
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Frequently asked questions
What months are Northern Lights tours available?
These outings are scheduled from September to March.
How long do the tours last?
Outings range from 5.5h to 8h in length.
What is the price range for these excursions?
Prices start at 149 € and go up to 199 €.
Where is the meeting point in Kemijärvi?
For the 5.5-hour tour with Rovaniemi Insider, the meeting point is Academy Hotel Kemijärvi - 9 Seminaarinkatu, Itä-Lappi 98120, Lappi, FI.
Best time to go
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | -10.3 °C | 34 mm | Good |
| February | -9.3 °C | 27.1 mm | Peak |
| March | -5.6 °C | 28.9 mm | Peak |
| April | 0 °C | 27.3 mm | Poor |
| May | 5.4 °C | 58.9 mm | Off season |
| June | 13.4 °C | 53.1 mm | Off season |
| July | 17 °C | 44.9 mm | Off season |
| August | 13.9 °C | 58.2 mm | Poor |
| September | 9.8 °C | 47.1 mm | Good |
| October | 1.6 °C | 75 mm | Good |
| November | -1.3 °C | 47 mm | Possible |
| December | -6.4 °C | 36.5 mm | Good |
Practical info
Equipment
Dress in warm thermal layers with insulated winter boots, gloves, and a woollen hat.
Getting there
Reach the meeting point at Academy Hotel Kemijärvi - 9 Seminaarinkatu, Itä-Lappi 98120, Lappi, FI for the 5.5-hour outing.
See also
Other activities in Kemijärvi
Updated September 2026