Local companies with Sustainable Travel Finland label
The local companies and Visit Rovaniemi are taking part in the Sustainable Travel Finland (STF) program. The aim of the STF program is to offer a concrete toolkit to adopt sustainable procedures and to make sustainable choices and actions in their business. The companies that have undergone the program and fulfilled the criteria receive the STF label.
Sustainable accommodation
Apukka Resort Rovaniemi, Lapland, Finland
Apukka Resort is a wilderness holiday village in the embrace of two lakes, only a 10-minute drive from Santa Claus Village and Rovaniemi International Airport, yet the middle of unspoiled nature.
Arctic Light Hotel
The Arctic Light Hotel is a multi-award winning, family-owned boutique hotel situated in the heart of Lapland-Rovaniemi.
Arctic TreeHouse Hotel
The Arctic TreeHouse hotel provides a unique blend of luxury comfort in the heart of Arctic nature, local Lappish traditions and modern Scandinavian design.
Arcticmint Villa
Arcticmint Villa is more than a place for you to stay in. It gives you the needed solitude to truly experience the magic of the Lapland with all your senses, completely away from the huzzle.
Beana Laponia
Beana Laponia is a wilderness boutique hotel that offers the guests personal service and unforgettable activities in small groups. Adults only.
Glass Resort
Luxury accommodation in Santa Claus Village in Rovaniemi. Glass Resort offers a glass igloo type accommodation with more space and luxury feel with private outdoor Hot Spa and Sauna.
Lapland Hotels Bear’s Lodge
Lapland Hotels Bear’s Lodge in Rovaniemi is a magnificent wilderness hotel. This hotel will make a splendid setting for a relaxing holiday, a productive meeting or a special occasion.
Lapland Hotels Ounasvaara Chalets
In Lapland Hotels Ounasvaara Chalets, quality accommodation and the traditional Lappish menus of restaurant Thulia will guarantee you an enjoyable stay only 3 km from the center of Rovaniemi.
Lapland Hotels Sky Ounasvaara
On top of the hill Ounasvaara, Rovaniemi, in the middle of Lappish nature you’ll find Lapland Hotels Sky Ounasvaara, an ideal hotel for a leisure or business traveler.
Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna, Rovaniemi
Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna, located in the center of Rovaniemi, Lapland, is a high-class, international hotel featuring Lappish hospitality.
Overnight in a glass igloo at Arctic SnowHotel & Glass Igloos
We offer accommodation in glass igloos with 360-degree glass roofs; they offer a perfect chance for a northern light hunt far from the city lights and view a starry sky in all directions, yet only 30 minutes away from Rovaniemi city center.
Overnight in Arctic SnowHotel
Arctic SnowHotel is one of the biggest Snowhotels in the world, and sleeps about 70 guests. This spectacularly handsome attraction and landmark, is carved each year to be different in appearance.
Ranua Resort – Arctic Igloos
Arctic Igloos are located on the peaceful shores of the lake Ranuanjärvi, far from city light pollution.
Ranua Resort – Holiday Villas
Make the most of the Wildlife Park and the services of Ranua and book your accommodation at the Holiday Village. Well equipped villas are located in the immediate vicinity of the Wildlife Park and its services.
Scandic Rovaniemi City
A calm and cozy hotel right in the centre of Rovaniemi. The stylishly refurbished rooms and extensive room selection cater for all needs.
Sunday Morning Resort at Pyhä-Luosto, Lapland, Finland
At the heart of Experience Pyhä is our Sunday Morning Resort, an exclusive carbon-free, lakeside boutique hotel situated in the captivating fell landscape of Pyhä-Luosto National Park.
Sustainable activity companies and tour operators
Apukka Resort
Apukka Resort, only a 15-minute drive from Rovaniemi city centre, combines unique, innovative experiences with traditions and true, unspoiled nature.
Arctic Circle Husky Park
Husky Park has operated next to Santa Claus Village already for several decades. In Husky Park you can see how the dogs live, from feeding to taking off the harnesses.
Arctic SnowHotel
Come and experience our fairytale-like snow buildings and ice sculptures, even if you do not intend to stay overnight.
Arctic TreeHouse Hotel
Our experience packages include arctic activities that are sure to make your holiday one you will never forget.
Bearhill Husky
BearhillHusky is a family owned and operated husky kennel located in the pristine wilderness location just outside Rovaniemi. Established in 2003, we have extensive experience creating memorable husky adventures for groups, families and individuals.
Beyond Arctic
Beyond Arctic is the leading tour company in Rovaniemi area with a specialisation in photography. We create exclusive excursions in the heart of Lapland and take you to locations of staggering beauty.
Husky & Yoga Nature
Warmly welcome to our family husky home and retreat at Husky & Yoga Nature! Here you can experience husky safaris – sled riding – so that you can drive yourself, skiing in the silent forest, husky hiking, canoeing and yoga.
Huskypoint
Huskypoint is a family-owned, private company operating in Rovaniemi near the village of Sinettä. Huskies are our life, hobby and passion. With us you can really experience the exciting world of dog sledding.
Johka – Arctic Experiences
Enjoy arctic experiences in beautiful Lapland! We provide guided experiences and seasonal activities during every season of the year.
Lapland Safaris
Lapland Safaris are specialists in Lapland’s nature and the Lappish lifestyle. We draw inspiration from the local history and day-to-day ‘Lappishness’. The stories and legends relating to these form the basis of the programme packages offered to our customers.
Ounasvaara Ski Resort
Ounasvaara Ski Resort is located almost in a centre of Rovaniemi city. From the Northern side of Ounasvaara mountain, you’ll find a modern Outdoor resort where you can downhill ski, snowboard, or ski while enjoying the international atmosphere.
Ranua Resort Safaris & activities
Ranua Resort Safaris & Activities is a Ranua based Safari House and program provider and it is located in the immediate vicinity of Ranua Wildlife Park.
Wild About Lapland
Wild about Lapland is the tour company in Rovaniemi that has one main aim, that is for you to learn about your surroundings. We offer a small, yet specific set of tours that are all chosen for there ability to take you away from the crowds, noise and speed of life.
Kon-Tiki Finland / Oy Kon-Tiki Tours Ltd
Kon-Tiki Finland / Kon-Tiki Tours is specialized in providing travel services with years of experience in Lapland area in Finland.
Sustainable places
Arktikum Science Centre and Museum
Arktikum entrance ticket gives an access to Arktikum museum and science centre during opening hours.
Korundi House of Culture in Rovaniemi
Korundi entrance ticket gives an access to the art exhibitions during opening hours.
Ounasvaara Ski Resort
Ounasvaara Ski Resort is a family outdoor resort close by the city of Rovaniemi at the Arctic Circle. Besides the downhill skiing slopes there are also several maintained cross-country skiing tracks in the area.
Ranua Resort – Wildlife Park
Ranua Wildlife Park offers tourists and nearby inhabitants the opportunity to observe arctic animals throughout the year, in an as authentic environment for the animals as possible.
Santa Claus Office
Santa Claus Office is the official place to meet Santa in Santa Claus Village at the Arctic Circle.
Entrance ticket to Arctic SnowHotel
Entrance ticket to Arctic SnowHotel – day ticket
Sustainable transportation
Read more about sustainability in Rovaniemi
Sustainable Rovaniemi
The local companies have been joining forces for Sustainable Travel Finland trademark that offers a concrete toolkit for travel destinations to help Finland’s travel destinations to adopt sustainable procedures and to make sustainable choices in their business.
Sustainable Tips for visitors
Sustainable accommodation
Sustainable activities
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Finnish Sauna Culture
There are over 3 million saunas in Finland – that’s more than passenger cars. It’s safe to say we love our saunas! For an absolute Rovaniemi experience one must try sauna.