Northern Lights Tours · Rovaniemi
How to choose
Northern lights outings in Rovaniemi range from 56 € to 229 €, lasting between 2h and 8h across single excursions. Guided options run from September to March, holding an average rating of 4.5/5 across 19,259 reviews. The shortest outing lasts 2h with Arctic Circle Snowmobile Park at 72 €, while the entry price starts at 56 € with ToTheNorth for a 3-hour tour. Long excursions reach 8h, offered at 98 € by Lapin Taivas Arctic Expeditions, 149 € by Into North, and 199 € by Rovaniemi Insider. Tours rated “Everybody welcome” span 79 € to 199 € with durations from 2.5h to 8h, whereas outings rated “Occasionally sporty” cost between 129 € and 199 € for 3.5h to 7h. Dedicated photography outings range from 59 € to 199 €, and tours combined with sledges or snowmobiles cost 77 € to 229 €. Choose based on transport format and duration, picking a 3-hour evening ride or an 8-hour chase.
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Our picks
From Rovaniemi: Lapland Aurora Hunt with Barbeque
At 56 €, this 3-hour tour by ToTheNorth is the lowest-priced single excursion available.
Rovaniemi: Guided Northern Lights Tour
This guided 2-hour excursion by Arctic Circle Snowmobile Park costs 72 €.
⭐Rovaniemi:%100 Guaranteed Northern Lights Hunt & Small Group✅
A comprehensive 8-hour tour run by Lapin Taivas Arctic Expeditions priced at 98 €.
Northern Lights Chase on a Snow Scooter from Rovaniemi
A 3.5-hour snow scooter chase by Snowtrail Safaris for 149 €, rated “Occasionally sporty”.
Frequently asked questions
When can you book a northern lights tour in Rovaniemi?
Outings run from September to March.
What is the price range for single northern lights excursions?
Excluding multi-day passes and ice floating, single tours cost between 56 € and 229 €.
How long do the tours last?
Single outings last between 2h and 8h, with dedicated photography excursions spanning 3h to 5.5h.
What physical levels are required?
Thirteen single outings are rated Everybody welcome, while three tours with Snowtrail Safaris and WildAboutLapland are rated Occasionally sporty.
What languages do the guides speak?
English is available on 17 tours, Finnish on 9, and Russian on 1 outing with ToTheNorth.
Best time to go
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | -9.9 °C | 38.6 mm | Good |
| February | -8.6 °C | 29.2 mm | Peak |
| March | -4.9 °C | 29.3 mm | Peak |
| April | 0.8 °C | 28.4 mm | Poor |
| May | 6.7 °C | 54.8 mm | Off season |
| June | 14.2 °C | 62.1 mm | Off season |
| July | 17.7 °C | 45.4 mm | Off season |
| August | 14.7 °C | 62.7 mm | Poor |
| September | 10.2 °C | 46.4 mm | Good |
| October | 2.1 °C | 76.2 mm | Good |
| November | -1 °C | 52 mm | Possible |
| December | -6 °C | 40.4 mm | Good |
Practical info
Equipment
Wear thermal base layers, warm insulated trousers, a windproof winter coat, warm gloves, and a woollen hat.
Getting there
Many operators include pick-up from selected accommodations in Rovaniemi, or meet directly at city offices such as Rovakatu 24 or Korkalonkatu 36.
See also
Northern Lights Tours elsewhere
Other activities in Rovaniemi
Updated September 2026