Rovaniemi: Meet Santa Claus & Northern Lights Experience
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Experience a more personal side of Christmas in Lapland — a peaceful evening on private Arctic land, away from crowds, where Santa Claus can be met in a relaxed and authentic setting.
Created by Arctic GM - The Original Aurora Hunters®, this experience combines a traditional Santa encounter with a Northern Lights journey, guided by a family with roots in Lapland dating back to the 1600s.
Your evening begins in Rovaniemi with transfer by heated coach to a private forest location. Welcomed by Santa’s elves, you’ll gather around a bonfire for stories, hot drinks, and a light Lapland barbecue.
The highlight is a private meeting with Santa Claus, where you can take photos, share a moment together, and receive a postcard gift sent from Lapland.
If conditions are favorable, the Northern Lights may appear above the forest, adding a magical finish to the evening.
Additional Info
Specialized infant seats are available
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Rovaniemi
Begin your evening at a central meeting point in Rovaniemi, where you will meet your guides — Santa’s elves — before departing by heated coach to a private forest location away from busy tourist areas. Your elf guides will accompany you throughout the experience, sharing stories and guiding the evening in a relaxed and engaging way. On arrival, you will be led into a peaceful Arctic setting. Spend time around the bonfire, where you can enjoy hot drinks, hear stories, and take part in a light Lapland barbecue. The highlight of the experience is a private meeting with Santa Claus. You will have time to speak with him, take photos, and receive a postcard gift that can be sent worldwide with an official Lapland stamp. After the Santa visit, you will spend time in the surrounding wilderness. When conditions are favorable, there is an opportunity to see the Northern Lights away from artificial light. At the end of the evening, return by coach to Rovaniemi. Total duration is 4–6 hours.
What‘s Included
Meeting with Santa Claus (photos included)
Bonfire barbecue with grilled sausages & hot drinks
Guided evening with Santa’s elves (certified, first-aid-trained)
Special postcard gift from Santa (with worldwide mailing option)
All Fees and Taxes
Roundtrip transfers by heated coach bus
Northern Lights viewing opportunity (weather permitting, not guaranteed)
Winter overalls for Arctic conditions
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Rovaniemi: Meet Santa Claus & Northern Lights Experience
Reviews
22 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Santa claus and Northern lights
mandyI8144GX,Feb 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Wow what a great christmas day, a nice drive to the forest to enjoy a tippee tent all warm with a fire ,toast marshmallows drink hot chocolate or tea ,hotdogs to eat and santa turned up my granddaughters face was magical and then the northern lights appeared please believe me it's magical.
Amazing Tour, highlight of our trip to Lapland
T8880GEgracek,Feb 6, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had such a special evening. The elves were great to get the kids (& adults) into the spirit. Santa was just fabulous, really authentic & had lovely stories. We had lots of time with him & he even spoke Irish & French for all the nationalities on the tour! We were fortunate to see the northern lights & the tour guide got great photos of us with Santa. We had lovely treats & food & even got to send a postcard home. 10/10 from start to finish. Thank you Artic GM for a memorable evening we will treasure.
Santa experience
louisebM9852HW,Jan 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a wonderful experience. Our 2 boys (6 & 9) loved it from start to finish. They loved listening to Santa's stories and the way he engaged with everyone. The elves were wonderful too, they really made everyone feel like part of the family. A really great experience. Also the firepit in the centre was brilliant. The boys loved being able to toast their smores and marshmallows. A wonderful experience that I would do again. Also would definitely recommend to family and friends if visiting Lapland. 🙂
A dream come true
Lisa M,Jan 22, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Meeting Santa Claus was an unforgettable experience, for us and for our daughter. They were all very welcoming and committed to making the memory for the children (but also for us adults) unforgettable. And they succeeded.
The magical tour! ✨
carinacM2904BJ,Jan 4, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Highly recommend this tour! The whole team was amazing, especially Natalie — absolutely 10/10. Food and drinks were included, and the photos were beautiful. We were lucky enough to see the Northern Lights, which made the evening even more special. Meeting Santa Claus was truly magical, like a fairytale. 100% recommended — an experience you should have at least once in a lifetime. Thank you! ✨❤️🎅🏼
I honestly can’t think of a better Christmas gift for a child than living an experience like this.
roque denise,Jan 3, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I honestly can’t think of a better Christmas gift for a child than living an experience like this. We did the tour with my friend and her son and everything felt calm, cozy and magical — no rush, no crowds, just snow, fire, stories and time with Santa. He really listens to the kids and makes them feel special, which was beautiful to see. The elves were lovely, the warm drinks and snacks by the fire were perfect, and sending postcards from Santa’s land was such a sweet touch. We even got Northern Lights at the end ✨ A Christmas memory we’ll never forget ❄️🎅
Northern lights and Santa Claus
148takashit,Dec 31, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was nice experiencing for me, Northern light and Sant Claus and grill. I was luckey because I saw northern light 1st time. And atentnce by Pedro Natalie was very nice.
EXCITING
Ester A,Dec 30, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It has been an unforgettable experience! The whole team has been very attentive to us, the girl in particular. Pedro, Sergi, Natalie and all the elves have shown a lot of warmth and professionalism. Recommanded 100% ahh And lovely Santa Claus!
No words just WOW
Q4779LZstephaniec,Dec 25, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I had some doubts before booking this activity, but if you’re thinking about it—just do it! It was an unforgettable experience. The Northern Lights were beyond anything I imagined, with stunning colors dancing across the sky as soon as we arrived.
Magical evening with santa and the elves
B3911UPpaulb,Dec 20, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Wow what an amazing experience from start to finish. Our guide Vanessa was lovely and friendly and really took care of us. When we arrived the elves were delightful and playful and took care of everything. Santa was beyond amazing and truly captivating and magical. Unfortunately we didn't get to see the Northern Lights but the whole night was truly spectacular due to all the staff. We'll be telling everyone how brilliant it was and to book it as it was superb value for the magic it created and we'll remember for years to come.
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