Rovaniemi: Snowmobile Wilderness Tour, Small Group & Local Guide
Overview
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3 hours
Mobile ticket
• Our backyard, not a tourist trail — we ride from Sinettä, away from the crowded routes around Rovaniemi
• Local family business with experienced local guides — We have been doing this long before it was popular
• Small groups only — usually 4 to 5 snowmobiles
• BRP Lynx snowmobiles — built in Rovaniemi, heated grips and footrests included
• Real coaching, not just follow-the-leader — your guide rides with you, not just in front of you
• Private tours available — same routes, same guides, just your group
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Drivers must be +20 years old and have a drivers license
What To Expect
Our most popular tour — and the one we'd send a friend on if they were visiting Lapland for the first time. • Small group — usually 4 to 5 snowmobiles, never a convoy • Ride from our base in Sinettä, 20 minutes north of Rovaniemi, away from the busy tourist trails • Real Lapland terrain: frozen river, forest paths, open hills • Beginner-friendly — your guide coaches you from the start • BRP Lynx snowmobiles, built locally in Rovaniemi • Children welcome in the covered sledge, partners can switch drivers on a double snowmobile • All photos and videos shared with you afterwards We start from our base in Sinettä, 20 minutes north of Rovaniemi. After a warm welcome, a full briefing and hands-on practice on the snowmobile, we head out. We start slow, make sure everyone feels comfortable, and build pace as the group settles in. The route takes you across the Ounasjoki river and through forest trails winding between snow-loaded spruce — then up to our private hill, where the view opens up across 40 kilometres of Lapland wilderness. No roads, no other groups — just us and the wilderness. The kind of stillness that's hard to find anywhere else.
Options
Adult on a single snowmobile
Drive a single snowmobile by yourself without a passenger. Book this if you travel solo.
Adult on a shared snowmobile
Price per person on a 2 seat snowmobile. You can change the driver during the tour. Minimum 2 adults per booking. Pickup included
What‘s Included
BRP Lynx Ranger snowmobile with heated handlebars & seat
Coffee, tea and snacks on return
Pickup and drop-off from Rovaniemi city centre
Local professional guide
Full riding gear: thermal overalls, winter boots, wool socks, gloves, helmet and goggles
Personal travel insurance (strongly recommended)
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
57 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Best experience!!
AmblerGirl19002,May 9, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Oh my gosh - book the tour!! My friend and I took my daughter and her friend on this 3 hour experience, and it was money well spent!! One of the cool things about our tour was that we started in daylight and then when we were coming back, it was dark so we got the best of both worlds!! our tour guide was amazing and definitely prepared you and made sure you felt comfortable driving. And they had overalls and helmets and gloves and boots and socks to keep you warm. The view at Sunset was amazing! Absolutely recommend this tour 100%!! sorry for the late review!
Snowmobile max - PolarMax!
michaelrE8286GP,Mar 15, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I wanted a longer tour with the snowmobile and I was not disappointed. We were out for about 6 hours in the beautiful wilderness. Tuomas is an incredibly patient and competent guide. I would always ride with Polar Max!
The best thing I’ve done during my stay in Rovaniemi
vedrano498,Mar 12, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00When booking the snowmobile tour, I knew that one thing was especially important to me — a small group. I couldn’t have chosen a better snowmobile agency. I was lucky that the owner was also our guide. There were only three of us on the tour. From the very beginning, the owner was extremely warm and calm. He explained everything clearly during the briefing. He was very informative, and I was especially surprised by how he handled an unexpected situation I found myself in 🫣 The couple from Germany also contributed to making this a wonderful experience. So overall: a kind owner, good equipment, a beautiful landscape, and lovely guests with whom I shared this unforgettable experience. I’ll be coming back again next year, and I already know which agency I’ll choose. Thank you for everything! Vedran 💪😊😊
3 hours Snowmobile tour in february 2026
B2081ICmarieb,Mar 11, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Thank to all of you, Marko, Tomas & Paula the wonderful 3 hours tour we had ! We will never forget the amazing landscapes, the sun lights in the trees, far way from civilization... It was very cold this day (-25/-30ºC) but PolarMax is so professional and at the same time a small business family, that everything was perfectly organized : clothes, boots, heated parts of the snow mobiles, adapted helmets for people wearing glasses. Everything done for the safety and the well being of their customers. Our guide Tomas was so caring, patient, friendly and give us very clear instructions to drive. At the way back, Paula had prepared some hot drinks and very nice buiscuits. And thanks a lot also to Marko who collected us at Rovaniemi and took care of us giving information too. Lovely time, all the best to you. Marie + André
Highly recommended!
elenadN416HH,Mar 11, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had an amazing snowmobile tour through a breathtaking landscape of forests, rivers, and frozen lakes. The scenery was absolutely beautiful and made the whole experience unforgettable. All the necessary equipment was provided by POLARMAX, which made everything very easy and comfortable. Before the tour started, we received a thorough and professional introduction, so even beginners could feel safe and confident. During the tour, Marko and his wife shared many interesting stories and information about the country, the region, and the local people, which made the experience even more special. At the end of the tour, we were welcomed with coffee or tea and warm pastries — a perfect and cozy finish to a fantastic adventure. Highly recommended!
Perfect
laraaL3195MX,Feb 27, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The Tour was Perfect. Well organised with good instructions. We Drove through the wonderful nature (frozen lakes/Rivers, Forrester and on top of a Mountain Off the Grid). Very personal guidance and a lot of fun included. Warm drinks and buns After the tour! Come and try!
10/10
Dreamer22229693897,Feb 23, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We came from Norway, and it was worth driving such a long way because of the great ride, we are very satisfied, we had a great time, maybe the extreme ride was missing, but everything was very good, I recommend it to everyone 10 points
Amazing Snowmobil-Tour
351yasmink,Feb 22, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our snowmobile tour with Polarmax Rovaniemi was absolutely fantastic and one of the highlights of our entire trip! From the very beginning, we received an incredibly warm welcome and immediately felt comfortable. Despite freezing temperatures of -26°C (-15°F), we were perfectly equipped with thick thermal overalls, warm boots, and even hand and foot warmers. Thanks to this excellent equipment, we could fully enjoy the adventure without feeling cold. The safety briefing was professional, clear, and gave us complete confidence before setting off. And the scenery – simply breathtaking! We rode across frozen lakes, through deeply snow-covered forests, and even up a small hill with meters-high snow. The landscape around Rovaniemi looked like something out of a winter fairytale – untouched, peaceful, and unbelievably beautiful. Every single moment felt magical. After this unforgettable ride, we warmed up with coffee and hot chocolate, accompanied by delicious cinnamon buns – the perfect ending to an extraordinary experience. A very special thank you to T. for this incredible adventure, the excellent guidance, and the genuine passion. We would book this tour again anytime!
Fantastic experience, we...
Jacqueline H,Feb 18, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Fantastic experience, we loved it. We were very well looked after. Professional and well organised and so friendly. We also appreciated the photos.
Great business, great people, BOOK THIS!
JamieLC-IKP,Feb 17, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was an awesome tour with awesome guides! I have never driven a snowmobile and they made it simple and safe for myself and the group. Their shared snow gear was clean and in good shape. The guides placed safety above all but that doesn't mean we didn't get to go fast or that the tour was boring. What impressed me most was that they needed us to change our time and instead of just telling us, "sorry, if you can't make it we'll refund you..." they actually paid for a taxi to come get us and take us back to our hotel since our hotel shuttle didn't run at the new time we needed to be there. Some of these excursions are in and out which I get it especially in high season. This company really cared about your experience. They love the sport and want you to also appreciate it. We went over frozen lakes, rivers, uphill trails, under power lines, and ended on a hill top with a beautiful view. This is how you want to experience Lapland, with these people.
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