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Northern Lights Tour: Lapland's Aurora Adventure
4.9
261 Ratings
Rovaniemi
Join our Northern Lights Photo Safari in Lapland. Chase the aurora with expert guides, enjoy snacks, and capture stunning photos. Adventure awaits!
Join our Northern Lights Photo Safari in Lapland. Chase the aurora with expert guides, enjoy snacks, and capture stunning photos. Adventure awaits!
Duration:
7 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Rovaniemi - Embark on a northern lights adventure with a skilled photographer in a comfortable van. Comfort is key for these journeys, as the trip can range from 50 km to typically 120 km one way, in search of the darkest skies. Enjoy a delightful Finnish Pulla (Dallas Roll) and berry tea to keep you satisfied throughout the night. Our main focus…
- Rovaniemi - Embark on a northern lights adventure with a skilled photographer in a comfortable van. Comfort is key for these journeys, as the trip can range from 50 km to typically 120 km one way, in search of the darkest skies. Enjoy a delightful Finnish Pulla (Dallas Roll) and berry tea to keep you satisfied throughout the night. Our main focus is locating a clear view of the northern lights, so we skip the barbecue to avoid unnecessary delays.
Guided by cloud coverage and solar wind data, you might explore 2 to 3 different viewpoints from the 300 we have identified across Finnish and Swedish Lapland. Some describe it as a pleasant road trip, while others see it as a genuine northern lights quest.
Considering weather conditions, we ensure to send an update email to our guests by 16:00 at the latest on the day of the tour. Occasionally, adjustments in departure time by an hour earlier or later may be necessary to find optimal weather. Tours typically commence between 19:30 and 20:00 and conclude around 01:00 to 03:00.
What's Included
- Pick-up & Drop-Off to your hotel (Max. 15km to Rovaniemi Centre)
- On-board WiFi
- PowerBank and Cables
- Snacks
- Free Photo Shoot and Delivery to E-Mail Only In 24-72hours
- Guides and Language: In-person: English
- Guides and Language: In-person: AI Supported Language Translations to 10 Languages
- Pick-up & Drop-Off to your hotel (Max. 15km to Rovaniemi Centre)
- On-board WiFi
- PowerBank and Cables
- Snacks
- Free Photo Shoot and Delivery to E-Mail Only In 24-72hours
- Guides and Language: In-person: English
- Guides and Language: In-person: AI Supported Language Translations to 10 Languages
What's Not Included
- Overalls - Winter Clothing
- Overalls - Winter Clothing
Additional Information
Lapin Taivas offers an exciting journey of up to 300+ KM in a comfortable double-seated Mercedes Pegabus Van. Whether pursuing clear skies or venturing into the backcountry’s prime locations, this tour is perfect for true Aurora enthusiasts!
Our expert Aurora guides and photographers utilize top-notch weather reports, cameras, and lenses to capture…
Lapin Taivas offers an exciting journey of up to 300+ KM in a comfortable double-seated Mercedes Pegabus Van. Whether pursuing clear skies or venturing into the backcountry’s prime locations, this tour is perfect for true Aurora enthusiasts!
Our expert Aurora guides and photographers utilize top-notch weather reports, cameras, and lenses to capture breathtaking images. These professional photos will be sent to your email within 24 to 72 hours after your adventure.
Unlike other tours, there is no fixed route for this safari; we drive wherever the skies are clearest. By traveling at least 100km into the backcountry, even under perfectly clear skies, we ensure the best viewing experience away from light pollution.
Our success rate was 86% during the 2023-24 winter and has reached 92% this season.
Lapin Taivas, Your Path to the Lights
[Lapin Taivas advises against this safari if guests have early morning activities the following day.]
Location
Valtakatu 23
Valtakatu
End of the tour, we will transfer you back to your guest house ^^
(Max. 15km range to Rovaniemi centre, but we wouldn't leave you alone in the streets even If It's 20km.)
Cancellation Policy
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.
Customer Ratings
4.9
(261 Ratings)
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Rachelem745
Apr 21, 2025
Solo trip to see the Northen Lights - I stayed in Rovaniemi for just two nights during Easter break. I had a tour in program but it was cancelled for two nights in a row due to the weather not be promising enough to see anything.
I had almost given up because it was Easter day and my last night.
I had sent quite a lot of email to all the tour operators who were open and Lapintaivas Tour was the only one who got back at me (on Instagram).
My guide, Emin, offered me a really nice option as a solo traveler: we talked in the afternoon as the weather was changing and at 20.00 he told me to be ready just in case.
We left Rovaniemi at 22.00 more or less and we drove somewhere south in search for a dark clear sky.
During the drive he told me why we see northen lights and he explained other nice stuff.
While we were driving we started to see something so we stopped and it was almost like magic: the sky was light green at the beginning (it was not completely dark yet) and then after a while there was this incredibile explosion of lights.
I know that pictures are better than eyes in this case, but we manage to actually see also some red!
Emin was almost more excited than me.
After this amazing view we tried to change place but probabily we had already used all of our luck (one of the things Emin told me was about how short nights are in April so we didn’t really had time).
So we just drove back to my hostel and called it a night.
It was a really incredible experience, once you really hope to do twice: Emin was really nice, super positive from the beginning and careful about everything. He took quite a lot of nice pictures and videos and he sent them to me right after.
Thank you so much again!
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Daydream67405526933
Apr 16, 2025
Unforgettable Aurora Hunt – Thanks to Emin! - While visiting Rovaniemi, I was really hoping to see the Aurora Borealis just like that.
Unfortunately, the weather didn’t cooperate — for three nights in a row, I had no luck and was honestly starting to lose hope. On my final night, all tour providers had cancelled the hunt... except one.
Emin – my positively crazy and absolutely amazing host – called me at 9 a.m. out of the blue, after hearing my story from one of his colleagues, and offered to go Aurora hunting. And wow – what an adventure it turned out to be!
Despite clouds and tough conditions, Emin was persistent and full of energy. He drove us to several remote locations, always scanning the sky with sharp eyes and good vibes. And thanks to him, we saw the magical Northern Lights dancing above us – just like in a dream.
It was truly one of the best nights of our lives.
Emin doesn’t give up – if there’s even a theoretical chance to see the Aurora, he’ll find it. His passion is unmatched. I swear, he’d drive you to Canada if needed. 😄
If you're looking for someone who genuinely cares about your experience, I 100% recommend him. He won’t let you leave without an unforgettable memory.
Greetings from Bosnia, and thank you for the magic, bro!
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Kharabelap2020
Apr 7, 2025
Awesome experience . Amazing Host . It was a magical night - Awesome experience . Amazing Host . It was a magical night . We saw great auroras all around the sky. Host choose an awesome place with full starry sky.
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Katrinamz86cw
Apr 3, 2025
Chasing the Aurora with Chevo: An Unforgettable Experience - Our family just came from joining an aurora hunting adventure with Chevo, our guide/driver/photographer whose passion and energy made the night truly extraordinary. From 9pm to 2am, Chevo’s excitement never faltered—turning a cold, late-night outing into a thrilling, bucket-list-crossing experience. His enthusiasm was contagious, and it felt like a genuine hunt as he led us northeastbound to chase the northern lights, even outrunning pesky clouds that threatened to obscure our view. Chevo really took exceptional care of our group, especially when we found ourselves wading through deep snow. With only 8 people in the tour, the size was perfect—intimate enough for everyone to get ample turns taking pictures without any chaos. And speaking of pictures, Chevo’s photography skills are top notch! He knew all the best spots for viewing the northern lights, expertly positioning us to capture the magical lights perfectly. To top off the night, Chevo provided us with warm tea and sandwiches, which were a great addition and the perfect way to unwind after our adventure. After the tour, he took care to bring us back to our own accommodations, ensuring we got home safely. Since our family was the last group of the night, we even had the special treat of petting some shy but lovely reindeer—a delightful bonus that made the experience even more memorable. If you want a guide who combines expertise, care, and an infectious love for the chase, Chevo is absolutely the one—our family can’t recommend him enough! Takk, Chevo, for giving us our best night in Lapland! 👏
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Cthulhisuryuu
Apr 2, 2025
An amazing surprise!! - It was an amazing experience. The guides told us that we had few probabilies to see the northern lights, but they drived a lot of hours and we saw an small one aurora in Sweeden. We thought that we could only see that one, but they drive more and we saw an amazing show.
Highly recommend, they know a lot and they do everything possible to help you see the auroras.
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Angel
Apr 2, 2025
Awesome experience - What an unforgettable experience! It seemed complicated at first, with cloudy skies and low chances, but our guide, Chevo, never gave up. We traveled to the Swedish border and beyond until we found a clear spot where the aurora finally appeared. A once-in-a-lifetime moment.
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Navigate10384195927
Apr 2, 2025
Incredible Northern Lights Hunting Experience - I traveled all the way from Mexico to Rovaniemi with the dream of seeing the Northern Lights, and this tour exceeded all my expectations. Our guide was a true expert in aurora hunting; he didn’t stop until he found the perfect spot to witness this breathtaking natural spectacle. Thanks to his dedication, we not only saw the sky light up with dancing colors, but he also helped me capture a very special moment in a photo—my marriage proposal.
Without a doubt, the trip was absolutely worth it. A once-in-a-lifetime experience that I would recommend to anyone dreaming of seeing the Northern Lights.
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Princess
Apr 2, 2025
Clear Expectations and Awesome Results - Chevo prepared us for what to expect and even gave us the opportunity to get a full refund since he did not know if we would see the lights. And if we went, it would be a long night to hunt the lights down. In addition, the email before the trip prepared us for no bathrooms except nature. Chevo and Emin drove us into Sweden, and we ended up seeing beautiful lights. They made sure we had a good experience... from setting up pictures to stopping at the border of Sweden to take pictures. We definitely were happy we went with Chevo and Emin. Sounds like other companies canceled the night we went.
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Lilytw8822sa
Mar 31, 2025
Unforgettable Aurora Hunting Experience! - We had an absolutely amazing experience on this aurora hunting tour! We were incredibly lucky to have a clear sky and witnessed breathtaking auroras covering 360 degrees of the sky—truly a once-in-a-lifetime sight!
Chevo and Emin were fantastic—knowledgeable and friendly, which made the trip even more enjoyable. They shared interesting facts about the Northern Lights and helped us capture lots of incredible photos. The whole experience was well-organized, comfortable, and beyond expectations.
We highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting—it’s an adventure you won’t forget! :)
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553sinema
Mar 29, 2025
Northern lights - Luckily, the air was closed, but even in this weather, we walked miles to find the open sky and finally saw it. We picked up at 8:30 p.m. They left our hotel at 4:00 a.m. The guides were really attentive. We had a really good experience with efforts to show us the good aura, as well as plenty of photo ops and treats. We’ll choose this tour again without thinking
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