Top Rovaniemi Ice Fishing

Try the local tradition of ice fishing while on vacation in Rovaniemi. With a local guide to assist you, you'll be dropping your line on an arctic lake or river, bordered by a snowy landscape. Before you drop a line, you'll get an introduction to how to move on the ice safely, techniques for drilling, and the history of the ice fishing tradition.

Live for a moment like the original Lappish. Spend a wonderful day of Lapland's winter activity in the wonderful view. In this adventure, we go snowshoeing on the ice of the lake and try to catch fish under the ice with traditional ice fishing. Here you can relax and feel the clean and silence wilderness of Lapland. At the end of the trip, we will make you a delicious lapland style pancake next to open fire in the atmospheric handmade original Lapland log cabin. We will take you great pictures of this winter day. This experience is same time too like a time travel to old authentic Lapland cultural history! Welcome to the adventure!

Race through the icy, snowy fields of Lapland to a secret ice-fishing spot on this exciting adventure from Rovaniemi. Follow your wilderness guide to a hidden ice-fishing spot, where you'll drop a line and wait for a bite. Learn about the snowbound recreational traditions of the Finnish people, including how to drill an ice-fishing hole and prepare the rod. Eat a traditional Lappish soup for lunch, including the catch of the day. Extra-warm clothing and snowmobiling instruction are included; no experience necessary.

Get the most out of your time in Lapland by spending a day in the great outdoors. You’ll save time by trying two activities in a day—ice fishing and snowshoeing. Take the hassle out of navigating by having door-to-door transport included. Once you get to the Arctic forests, you’ll snowshoe over a frozen lake, and test out your fishing skills. Another highlight is learning how to make fire without the use of matches, and grilling sausages.

Go ice fishing for the first time! Relax on a frozen lake and river outside the town of Rovaniemi to learn the basics of this winter activity. Drill holes in the ice and discover multiple techniques to successfully catch fish. Those who get lucky can experience a demonstration on the proper fish preparation for cooking. Keep warm with the provided hot drinks and cookies.

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.

Experience time in the great outdoors of Lapland on this exciting snowmobile safari. Save time planning transport by having hotel pickup and drop-off included. It’ll be the ultimate stress-free day with snowmobile equipment rental, and a delicious campfire lunch in the Arctic wilderness of Kota included. No need to worry about navigating, as a guide will lead the way.

Plan a stress-free visit to Ranua Zoo with a pre-booked admission ticket and convenient round-trip transfer from your Rovaniemi accommodations. A pre-booked ticket allows you to skip entrance lines and ensures you have plenty of time to view the artic animals in their protected environments, as well as grab lunch and shop for souvenirs (own expense).

See the best of Rovaniemi, the official hometown of Santa Claus and the capital of Lapland. Make the most of your limited time, as your professional guide takes you to the best lookouts, Arktikum Arctic Museum, reindeer and husky farms, and Snowmobile Museum. End your day at the Santa Claus Village with a meeting with Santa himself.

Hunting the Northern Lights in Finland is best done with a guide who knows the best viewpoints. This small-group experience from Rovaniemi delivers: with return transport into the countryside far from light pollution and a guide to seek out sightings. Set up base at a camp with panoramic views, and watch for the lights over grilled snacks and warm drinks. A DSLR camera is recommended for the best shots.

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.

Let’s go for a full snowshoeing adventure into the arctic wilderness! With your outdoor guide, step into the deep snow off the beaten path, learn how to orientate yourself and survive, take advantage of your surroundings, try ice-fishing to get food and build your own fire! This is your great opportunity to explore some beautiful elusive part of Lapland and learn about Arctic nature. You will enjoy a unique experience in Rovaniemi that includes 5 activities in one: snowshoeing, orienteering, ice fishing, survival and fire making! So, are you ready to answer the call of the wild? The tour is organised in small groups to allow a better connection with nature.

Enjoy two fun outdoor activities while in Lapland with this action-packed combo tour. Hop on a snowmobile for a thrilling ride over the snow-covered landscapes and travel out to a remote lake, only reachable by snowmobile. Learn the unique technique of ice fishing and try your luck catching fish in the frozen lake, then warm up with a delicious BBQ lunch around a campfire.

Husky Safari and Salmon Ice Fishing is one of our bestselling tours. The tour combines learning and experiencing Finnish culture and habits with a great husky adventure. Catching a fish is not guaranteed, but in our private lake, your chances are high. Plus, you are catching for a salmon! If you catch one, you can have it smoked on location or take it and prepare it at home. In this tour, we have a small-group guarantee and there will not be more than 16 participants.

On this safari we will snowmobile to local lake through snowy forest and snow covered hills. When we reach our secret fishing place your guide will teach you all the elements to be a successful fisherman, like locals do. If you are lucky, you might catch a pike, a perch, or even a trout. While you are fishing your guide will prepare a campfire and you can enjoy a tasty snack by the fireplace. Coffee or tea comes along.

Lapland offers some of the most spectacular scenery and skyscapes in Finland, but the logistics of exploring this Arctic wilderness can be tricky. With this tour, skip the hassle of organizing transportation and tours and experience the best of Lapland in just two days. Spot the Northern Lights; visit a wildlife park: take a reindeer sleigh ride; and try your hand at ice fishing, wilderness survival, or snowshoeing.

Are you visiting Lapland and want to experience something unforgettable and authentic Lappish? Welcome experience this.

Experience the frozen lakes of Lapland and a traditional way of ice fishing. Ice fishing is a perfect way to enjoy the silence of arctic nature in Lapland. Our professional guide will take you by car to a beautiful secluded lake in Rovaniemi area.

Get back to nature with this snowshoe experience from Rovaniemi. Strapped into the snowshoes, you’ll trek through the snowy Lappish countryside to visit a frozen lake. Learn how to ice fish, then hunker down next to an open fire to savor a barbecue lunch. The half-day experience includes round-trip transport from Rovaniemi plus use of all snowshoeing and fishing equipment.

Driving northbound (20-30mins) into the Arctic Circle is where the adventure begins as your guide helps you strap in your snowshoes and shows you the skills and way over the heavy snow. From then on traveling will be by foot, traversing through virgin forest to the frozen lake destination. Learn how to ice fish by learning how to drill your fishing hole with your guide. Learn how to use other special tools, and learn some local techniques on how to catch fish. As you enjoy the peace of ice fishing, your guide will turn back to the bank of the forest to start a fire and later a light lunch of smoked salmon. Grilling your catch from the lake is also possible although many opt for catch and release. Note:  For children too small to wear snowshoes, sleds (toboggans) will be provided.

Join this tour to experience a wonderful afternoon combining snowmobiling, ice fishing and light snacks next to campfire! .

Ice fishing is very popular among the native population of Lapland. There are many frozen lakes and rivers in Rovaniemi where you can test your luck and catch some fish. Our fishing guide will pick you up from the hotel and take to the fishing location. He will coach you on the fishing techniques and show the main tricks. During fishing, you will have a small picnic in the wild nature: warm up by the fire, grill sausages and enjoy a warm drink.

This tour will bring you to the roots of Finnish culture by winter outdoor activities! You will enjoy two very local activities in one great experience: snowshoeing through the snowy forests of Lapland and ice- fishing on an immense frozen lake. This trip is a great opportunity to catch your breath and escape the speed of everyday life! Your guide will lead you go into the snowy forest by snowshoes and give you instructions and show step-by-step before the begins of each activity. While waiting for the fishing, you guide will some snacks for you - and if it is a lucky day, you will also have a chance to cook your fish and enjoy! ----- Photo Copyright: ©Visit Rovaniemi (Rovaniemi Tourism & Marketing Ltd.)

Experience the Finnish winter by joining the ice-fishing excursion tour with us! All you need for this tour is a frozen lake, patience, and the mood of feeling the serenity of nature. Our professional ice-fishing guide will take you to the ice that is enough to hold the weight of a human being, and teach you knowledge and skills for ice-fishing and provide all necessary equipment Catching a fish is not guaranteed and it requires patience and a lit bit luck! During the time of fishing, the guide will prepare a campfire atop the ice or by the shoreline of lake to prepare hot juice and grill sausages for you. If you catch a suitable-sized fish, we will grill it together during the tour! ----- Photo Copyright: ©Visit Rovaniemi (Rovaniemi Tourism & Marketing Ltd.)