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Aurora Borealis searching



Magical Aurora Borealis (also called the Northern Lights) are amazing experience in the Arctic Circle. The best time to catch the lights is during autumn and wintertime.
There is a good chance to see the Aurora Borealis on dark nights if the weather is suitable; cold and clear skies.

Northern Lights safaris are the best and the easiest way to try to search for the Northern Lights in Rovaniemi. There are so many ways to see them and your job is just to choose the perfect Aurora Borealis safari for you. The unbelievable show of the Northern Lights is an experience you will never forget.


EXAMPLES OF AURORA BOREALIS TRIPS


These safaris are operated in Rovaniemi on 1.12.2011-17.4.2012 (wheather permitting).
All safaris require the participation of at least 2 adults.




SEARCH FOR THE NORTHERN LIGHTS


AVAILABLE: Mon, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun
AT: Dec-Feb 18.00–21.00, March-April 19.00–22.00
DURATION: 3 hours
PRICE: 115 € / person  

Experience the Arctic night by driving through the snow-covered forest and on the frozen river. With a little luck, you’ll travel under a bright sky lit by the moon and the stars. Perhaps the Aurora Borealis – the Northern Lights – will appear to show you the way. Sip warm beverages and savour a snack by a campfire and learn more about the Northern Lights and Lapland.

Operated by: Lapland Safaris
BOOK HERE!
or Tel. +358 16 3311 200
info@laplandsafaris.fi 
www.laplandsafaris.fi



 

NORTHERN LIGHTS SLEIGH RIDE


AVAILABLE:
 Daily
DURATION: 4 hours
PRICE: 95 € / person and 47.50 € / child below 15

Experience the wilderness and search the Northern Lights by sitting on a sleigh pulled by a snowmobile. Enjoy warm beverages and snacks by open fire in a warm tepee.


Operated by: Lapland Welcome
Book:
Tel. +358 16 439 148
info@laplandwelcome.fi

www.laplandwelcome.fi


 

SNOWMOBILING IN THE NIGHT


AVAILABLE: Mon, Wed, Fri & Sat
AT: 17.30

DURATION: 3 hours
PRICE: 120 € / person

An atmosphere-rich and relaxed Snowmobiling trip (20~30km) through the Lappish landscapes inspires all your senses to experience the beauty of the countryside. Frying sausages and reindeer toast over the open fire with a hot juice drink is a taste experience you will remember. If you are lucky enough you will see the Northern Lights flickering and dancing across the heavens!

Operated by: Safartica/Snow&River Adventures
Book: Tel. +358 16 311 485
info@safartica.com
www.safartica.com




AURORA BOREALIS EXCURSION


AVAILABLE:
 Daily
AT: 19.00 
DURATION: 2.5 hours
PRICE: 73 € /person 

In the evening we make our way by car outside of Rovaniemi, away from the city lights. From there we walk to a peaceful location in search of the Aurora Borealis – the Northern Lights. We will enjoy a hot drink by a campfire and we will also have an opportunity to take a walk on snowshoes. If the sky is clear we may see the Aurora Borealis dancing in the sky! Return to your hotel by car.

Operated by: Wild North
Book: Tel. +358 205 646 980
rovaniemi@wildnorth.fi 
www.wildnorth.fi