Travel back in time to the days of traditional mining and try the simple yet rewarding technique of gold panning. Using a gold pan and some water, you can wash the gravel and look for gold!
Travel back in time to the days of traditional mining and try the simple yet rewarding technique of gold panning. Using a gold pan and some water, you can wash the gravel and look for gold!
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Apukka Resort Adventures - Excursions and Husky & Reindeer Farm - During this activity, your guide will give you a full demonstration of the traditional way of mining using authentic pieces of equipment.
As we learn about the history and legends of the Lapland Gold Rush and visit a gold prospector’s cabin, our guide will also teach you the proper…
- Apukka Resort Adventures - Excursions and Husky & Reindeer Farm - During this activity, your guide will give you a full demonstration of the traditional way of mining using authentic pieces of equipment.
As we learn about the history and legends of the Lapland Gold Rush and visit a gold prospector’s cabin, our guide will also teach you the proper technique of panning for gold.
Can you find your share of Lapland gold? All the gold you find is yours to keep as a memory in a tiny glass bottle.
We finish the experience by enjoying a hot cup of coffee and a traditional snack by the cosy heat of the campfire.

- Guaranteed gold discovery during panning
- Transfers from Rovaniemi city center or Santa Claus Village to Apukka Resort and back
- Coffee/tea & sweet pastry
- Rubber boots & raincoat (if needed)
- Guiding in English
- Equipment for gold panning
- Guaranteed gold discovery during panning
- Transfers from Rovaniemi city center or Santa Claus Village to Apukka Resort and back
- Coffee/tea & sweet pastry
- Rubber boots & raincoat (if needed)
- Guiding in English
- Equipment for gold panning
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.