Rovaniemi – Real Northern Lights Hunting Experience (Small Group)
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This is a real Northern Lights hunting experience, not a short sightseeing tour.
Weather conditions in Lapland change fast, and seeing the Aurora Borealis often requires flexibility and driving outside the city area. Our experienced guides monitor weather forecasts and Aurora activity in real time and adapt the route accordingly, choosing locations with the best possible conditions on each night.
Unlike fixed-route tours, we do not visit the same locations every night. Each tour is planned individually based on current weather conditions, cloud coverage and Aurora activity, which means some nights are easier and found closer to Rovaniemi, while other nights require more patience and distance.
Aurora Borealis is a natural phenomenon and can never be guaranteed, but this real hunting experience focuses on making the right decisions based on experience, weather and timing.
The tour is operated by Northern Lights Tours Rovaniemi Oy and delivered under the Arktictopia brand.
Additional Info
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
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
1. Departure from Rovaniemi: Meeting Point: Your chosen address in Rovaniemi. Briefing: Receive a detailed introduction to the northern lights phenomenon from your expert guide. 2. Aurora Borealis Chase: Lappish Wilderness: Journey by van through the pristine, snow-covered landscapes of Lapland. Ideal Viewing Spots: Your professional guide will take you to locations with the highest likelihood of clear skies and optimal viewing conditions, far from any artificial light. 3. Northern Lights Viewing: Observation: Once at the perfect spot, immerse yourself in the magical display of the Aurora Borealis as it dances across the sky. Guide Insights: Learn about the science and myths surrounding the northern lights, enhancing your understanding and appreciation of this natural wonder. 4. Return to Rovaniemi: End of Tour: After the lights have faded, return to Rovaniemi with unforgettable memories.
What‘s Included
Real Northern Lights hunting outside the city area
Experienced Aurora guide (English)
Pickup & drop-off in Rovaniemi city area (up to 15 km)
Hot drinks during the tour
Small group experience (max 8 guests)
Photos taken by the guide when conditions allow
Flexible route and locations based on real-time weather conditions
overalls
Dinner, BBQ or campfire activities
Guaranteed Aurora sightings
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Rovaniemi – Real Northern Lights Hunting Experience (Small Group)
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Reviews
45 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
As the forecast showed...
Filipa P,,Feb 2, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00As the forecast showed zero to no chance of seeing the northern lights, the contacted us and cancelled and gave is a full refund, which was very honest of them. I appreciated the honesty and would recommend
The best experience ever
Marco R,,Jan 26, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Amazing experience, it was a cloudy night but after trying a few spots we managed to find the perfect one with clear sky and the northern lights appeared twice. Super happy. Kami, our tour guide, was amazing and very helpful and friendly
Great experience, managed...
Nathan B,,Jan 7, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Great experience, managed to see the lights despite a lot of cloud cover and snow due to the expertise of our driver Kristaps. Post the first sighting we continued and were even offered to drive to Sweden to get a better viewing. Would book again.
The Aurora Borealis
315manaf,,Jan 5, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We enjoyed the Wildlife Preserve and Takhini Hot Spring tour and also we were very happy to see Aurora on our last night. The guides were really grateful for sticking around until we were satisfied. Thank you.
Good service and recommended!!
SreneKarKah S,,Dec 26, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00It's very good experience for aurora hunting activities... The tour guide help us to take a lot of nice picture and serve the tea and nice cookies to us. Very good service
A hoax, truey terrible
333bunnyr,,Dec 21, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
1.00Don't book a Northern Lights tour with this company!!! I am extremelydissatisfied with this compay's service. I did notseeNorthern Lightsand the conoany is refusing to refund me. They are also being untruthful by saying that I was told in advance abput the change in itinerary. Ultimately, we were driven for hours, to Sweden, as it was raining in Finland. The driver admitted the conditions were terrible. The tour should have been cancelled. However, the driver made guests stand and his secialwd camera could pick up a green hueabove them,which was not discernible to the naled eye. I refused to pose for a 2nd round of hoax shots. This experience was gorrendous and the company refusing to refund is a complete disgrace and disrespect for customrs. A truely terrible experience with Arktictopia!!!! Don't book a Northern Lights tour with this company!!!
Great tour with flexible and committed guide!
Jo P,,Dec 19, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Our guide was great, he contacted us the day before our planned tour (due to do tour on Saturday night) to say that the forecast was heavy cloud so it looked very unlikely that we would see the lights and could we do the tour on Friday night instead as there was a much better chance. Even though we only landed from our flight at 2am (!!), he met us at our hotel after we got our taxi from the airport and took us straight out to try and see the lights before they weakened and disappeared! We were so lucky to get to see them and we were very grateful for our guides' flexibility and commitment to getting us the best chance! Would 100% recommend, our guide was very passionate and knowledgeable about the northern lights and it was overall a fantastic experience!
beautiful aurora and a sky full of stars
984maii,,Dec 16, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00On the day, the sky in Rovaniemi was cloudy and I was prepared that it might be difficult to see the aurora, but our guide kept driving tirelessly without giving up, and we were able to see a beautiful aurora and a sky full of stars like I had never seen before! We also saw many shooting stars. I was happy they took so many wonderful photos. The pickup time was changed to match the sky conditions, but they kept in frequent contact, which put me at ease. Thank you so much!
Worst guide out here on VIATOR
zachary w,,Dec 14, 2025
- Review from Viator
1.00Tour guide is terrible. Doesn’t care about experience and is looking to make a dime only. Plenty of better tour’s available
Absolutely Incredible Experience – Northern Lights Photo Hunting with Kristaps!
Amrita S,,Dec 2, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ This tour was beyond exceptional! From start to finish, Kristaps was professional, passionate, and extremely knowledgeable. His dedication to finding the best possible location to view the aurora was unmatched. He didn’t give up until we had the perfect view—and what a spectacular show it was! Kristaps also helped us set up our cameras and took stunning professional photos, making sure we had unforgettable memories captured. His energy, storytelling, and warmth made the cold night feel magical. If you’re in Rovaniemi and want a once-in-a-lifetime experience of the Northern Lights, this is the tour to book—especially with Kristaps. He truly made it a 6-star night under the Arctic sky!
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