Northern Lights Photography Tour + Deep Sky Telescope Experience

This is authentic aurora hunting – not a bus ride to a fixed campfire. There are no pre-selected routes; each night's itinerary is crafted in real time using live cloud maps and solar activity data, ensuring we travel wherever the sky is clearest, whether across Lapland, into Sweden, or beyond if conditions are favorable.

While searching for the aurora, our second pursuit begins. Our advanced telescope, Repo – named after the legendary Finnish firefox whose tail is said to spark the northern lights – is capable of locking onto galaxies, nebulae, and planets in real time. Guests can select their preferred celestial target, such as Saturn's rings, the Andromeda Galaxy, or the Orion Nebula. You may observe live through the telescope or scan a QR code to view the feed on your own device. Repo travels with us in the van and is powerful enough to capture deep-sky images while we continue aurora hunting.

The main goal of this tour is Northern Lights Chasing and Photography Tour, the telescope is just an addition.

What Sets Us Apart

• Maximum of 8 guests per tour, ensuring a personal, crowd-free experience, hosted by the owner
• Genuine aurora chasing – no fixed spots or campsites. Routes are determined nightly based on live forecasts, with no limits on distance
• Transparent operations – if weather conditions are unfavorable across the region, we proactively cancel and provide a full refund. We never conduct tours when success is not possible
• Comprehensive deliverables – professional aurora photographs of you, deep-sky images from Repo, 360° video, and social media-ready content, provided via Dropbox within 24 hours. We can also tag you on Instagram @laplandxtours
• No hidden fees – the tour price is all-inclusive, regardless of duration or distance

Your Evening Includes

• Pickup from your accommodation
• Briefing on the night's hunt plan, including live cloud maps, solar activity, and the science behind the aurora
• Travel to optimal dark-sky locations for Northern Lights viewing
• Deep-sky telescope session with Repo while monitoring for aurora
• Professional photography of you and the aurora
• Hot drinks and snacks
• Drop-off at your accommodation

Aurora Guarantee

Our Aurora Guarantee ensures you see the lights or you are invited to join another hunt free of charge. A hunt is deemed successful only when the aurora is clearly visible both on camera and in your photographs, confirmed by your guide on site.

If the aurora is not visible during your tour, you are entitled to a complimentary second hunt on the next available night, subject to availability. If you depart Rovaniemi before a rebooking is possible, you will receive a full refund. While the Northern Lights are a natural phenomenon, we are committed to maximizing your chances of a successful viewing.

Practical Details

• Duration: 4–7+ hours (departure time is based on the aurora forecast)
• Season: Late August to mid-April
• Pickup: From your accommodation in Rovaniemi
• Cancellation: Free up to 24 hours before the tour; full refund if canceled due to weather
• Equipment: Tripods and cameras available upon request – beginners are welcome, and your guide will assist with camera settings
• Please inform us of the number of nights you will be staying in Rovaniemi to help us optimize your aurora viewing opportunities

For inquiries, please contact us via WhatsApp at +358 44 977 9700