Northern Lights tour by snowmobile
Take a snowmobile across the snowy landscape in search of the Northern Lights. Once darkness has fallen, you will drive away from artificial lights and towards the Lappish wilderness. If the weather is clear, you will hopefully see the Lights dancing!
Area
Finnish Lapland
Type
Wildlife & Nature
Grade
Standard
Who
Adults
Difficulty
Moderate
Under cover of darkness, head away from the artificial lights and into the depths of Finnish Lapland. You will set out on the snowmobiles to a beautiful forest clearing, where you'll make a fire to keep warm and recharge with snacks and hot drinks. With any luck, the sky will be clear enough to see the Northern Lights dance through the darkness.
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Recommended Hotels Nearby
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View AccommodationOctola III
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View AccommodationBalder Luxury Lodge
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View AccommodationWilderness Hotel Inari
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View AccommodationRovaniemi Christmas Chalets
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View AccommodationOctola II
Octola II offers a new pinnacle of luxury: stunning design, bespoke experiences, and exclusive access to unforgettable moments in a breathtaking setting.
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View AccommodationWilderness Hotel Nangu
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View AccommodationJavri Lodge
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View AccommodationLapland Luxury Chalet
Scott Dunn offer a selection of hand-picked wooden chalets dotted around Lapland with up to 10 bedrooms making them the perfect choice for larger groups. Expect charming decor, superb facilities and ample space and postcard wintry Lapland views.
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