Top Rovaniemi 4WD Tours

Hunt the Northern Lights to capture them on camera on this small-group photography tour from Rovaniemi. Traveling by air-conditioned minivan with a professional photographer, head for the best viewing places, chosen according to the weather forecasts of the day. Then, walk to the exact vantage points for a guided photo session, and with luck, obtain once-in-a-lifetime shots. Headlamps, thermals, refreshments, and Rovaniemi hotel pickup and drop-off included, with participants advised to bring a DSLR camera.

Travel through the snowy Lappish forest like a local—on a snowmobile—on this half-day tour. Keep warm with provided gear, far superior than anything you may have packed in your suitcase, and some blueberry tea and gingerbread.

Watch the aurora borealis in a unique and peaceful way: floating in an Arctic lake. You’ll be provided with a warm, dry survival suit, which will protect you from the freezing temperatures and keep you buoyant. Your guide will talk about the stunning natural phenomenon and the surrounding Finnish landscape.

When the skies go dark in Rovaniemi, head into the wilderness to look for Europe's largest land mammals among other wildlife. The nighttime moose safari introduces you to the off-the-grid places where moose, reindeer, owls, and hares are often seen. You’ll travel in the warmth by minivan as your guide scouts out the wildlife, and enjoy frequent stops to use binoculars or take photos through the night. On average, between three and eight moose plus other animals are spotted on each tour.

Experience the best of Lapland in just one day with this action-packed tour from Rovaniemi. The daytime tour includes visits to the Ranua Zoo and a Finnish wood-burning sauna, plus lunch and a dinner that’s cooked over an open fire at a lakeside cottage. You’ll also stretch your legs with a stroll through a forest at the zoo, and have free time to shop for authentic Lapland gifts.

Combine a snowmobile ride through the Finnish wilderness with a visit to a local husky farm on this full-day tour from Rovaniemi. You probably wouldn't strike out on your own in the snowy forest, but traveling with a guide makes this tour safe and comfortable. Let the guide take care of navigation and provide insightful commentary on a 12-mile snowmobile ride, then head to the husky farm for a husky sleigh ride.

Get off the beaten path to experience some of the best Lappish traditions in the wilderness outside of Rovaniemi. Try out a Finnish sauna, go ice swimming an Arctic lake, then cozy up around a fire in a cozy cottage for dinner. Your guide will fill you in on the cultural significance of all the activities as you go.

Experience three thrilling winter activities in one day on this action-packed tour from Rovaniemi. First, get your adrenaline pumping on a high-speed snowmobile ride across the snowy landscapes. Next, visit a local reindeer farm and enjoy a scenic ride on a reindeer sleigh, then pick up some speed as you take a ride in a husky sled.

Hunt for the Aurora Borealis, otherwise called the Northern Lights, on a 3-hour adventure from Rovaniemi. With a knowledgeable local guide, travel into the countryside where the dark skies heighten the chances of sightings. Settle around a campfire at a viewing spot and hear mystical tales and facts from your guide about the lights, known as ‘fire foxes’ in Finland. Enjoy a picnic cooked on the fire, and with luck, be treated to views of the lights swirling through the sky. Numbers are limited to eight for a personalized experience.

Visit the northernmost zoo in the world, Ranua Zoo, on this organized trip from Rovaniemi. With tickets purchased in advance and all transportation arranged, this is the easiest way to visit the zoo. During the tour, learn about the more than 50 Arctic species living in natural enclosures on the property through guided commentary.

Whether it's your first time or you've had lots of experience, this snowmobiling tour from Rovaniemi offers the opportunity to traverse the Lapland wilderness under the careful attention of a guide. Your guide provides all necessary equipment as well as a safety briefing and is on hand to assist as you zip across the snow-blanketed landscape. Also enjoy a light lunch and the chance to try some ice fishing.

Hike among the striking frozen waterfalls of Korouoma on this full-day trek from Rovaniemi. Embarking on an Arctic hike in unfamiliar territory on your own may be difficult, but with a guide in the lead you'll be completely safe. Let your guide take care of navigation and listen to informative commentary on the Arctic's flora, fauna, and geology as you travel through canyons and forests. Stop for a bonfire lunch and a hot drink.

Head into the dark night to search for the Northern Lights with this snowmobile experience from Rovaniemi. You’ll travel out of the city, then hop on a snowmobile to drive into the mountain wilderness where barbecue snacks and hot drinks beckon alongside a traditional tepee. Learn about the starry night sky as you warm yourself by the fire, and look for the famous aurora with your guide and group.

Hunting for the Northern Lights is a quintessential experience for winter visitors to Lapland. This express tour is ideal for those short on time, ensuring you maximize your chances of spotting the Aurora Borealis. Travel out of the city with a local guide that knows all the best viewpoints and follow the daily forecast to seek out the most likely spots. While you wait, warm up with a hot drink.

Scan the Arctic skies from one of the best Northern Lights viewing points near Rovaniemi on this 3-hour evening expedition. Travel through the countryside to a secret location on the shores of a lake, made welcoming by a crackling campfire and cozy Finnish tent. Then, watch for the lights aided by tips from an expert local guide. During your vigil, hear fun facts and legends about the lights; savor snacks and berry juice warmed on the fire; and with luck, catch a sighting of this spectacular natural phenomenon.

Get personalized attention on this private nighttime tour in search of Rovaniemi's Northern Lights. With your dedicated guide, climb in to a car or minivan\minibus vehicle and set out into the snowy Finnish wilderness for the best views and photo ops of the natural phenomenon. Stop for beverages and snacks around an open fire; round-trip transportation from your Rovaniemi hotel included.

Experience a side of Finland rare to visitors on this evening excursion to Langonlampi Lake. With the natural landscape of Northern Finland all around you, enjoy free time to decompress in a traditional Finnish sauna. A cozy fireside dinner awaits you in a cottage on the lake (vegetarian option available). Round-trip transport from Rovaniemi is included for your convenience.

The Aurora Borealis is one of the world’s most famous sights, but it can be difficult to spot. Benefit from your professional guide’s experience with a trip in search of the Northern Lights, escaping into the dark wilderness to learn more about the natural phenomenon and its mythology, enjoy fire-cooked Lappish sausages and warming drinks, and hopefully marvel at the lights themselves. Return safe and warm with round-trip transport included.

Finland’s landscape is best explored up close, but it can be difficult to traverse the wild terrain. Get an intimate experience of Korouoma with a hike through the valley, discovering cliffs, frozen waterfalls and wildlife, including moose and reindeer, under the supervision of a guide. Enjoy hot drinks and snacks beside an open fire, and relax after a day’s activity with pickup and drop-off to your Rovaniemi hotel included.

Unforgettable day tour to the incredible Frozen Waterfalls of Korouma! After pickup at your accommodation and properly dressed, the professional guide will drive you to Posio area, 100 kilometers away from Rovaniemi. The snowy winters of Korouma Canyon provide amazing chances for winter hiking surrounded by beautiful and unforgettable views. Korouoma canyon is millions of years old fracture valley in Lapland, one of the biggest natural attractions that Lapland has to offer! These icefalls are unique in Finland and they are excellent for walking and appreciate the beautiful nature around it. The Ice Trail in Korouoma canyon is the ideal place to try this truly fun way to experience deep snow and unforgettable forest landscapes! The entire area is a natural reserve. At the bottom of the canyon there's Korojoki River, which ends up to Kemijoki River. There are plenty of species in varied nature of Korouoma, including Deers, Wild Rabits, Foxs, and Golden Eagles.

Head out into the wilderness outside Rovaniemi on a quad bike/all-terrain vehicle to see the elusive Northern Lights on this evening tour. Riding an off-road vehicle gives you access to parts of the landscape you can't reach in an ordinary tour bus; less light pollution means an easier time seeing the lights. A guide provides navigation, instruction, and in-depth commentary on the Northern Lights as you travel.

Learn to drive a snowmobile through the winter landscape outside Rovaniemi on this half-day tour. The afternoon start time gives you the morning free for other activities. All equipment and instruction are included, which means beginners with no prior experience will feel safe and comfortable zooming through the snow-covered scenery with a guide supervising.

Join our nature experts and enjoy our little nature trip and come admiring exceptionally beautiful mountain landscape in Katkavaara – the mountain area of southern Lapland. Take pictures in the evening light and enjoy the sound of silence. During this program we also barbecue by open fire in a typical Lappish tepee and learn some old Finnish mythology and shamanism.

Optimize your chances of seeing the Northern Lights on a night-time tour from Rovaniemi, with round-trip transfer from your hotel by minivan. Be immersed in Lappish culture as you explore the wilderness with your small-group guide and avoid the Nordic chill with hot drinks and sausages served round an open campfire.