Aurora Snowmobiling
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
Who
Adults
Teens
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.
Recommended Hotels Nearby
A selection of luxury hotel options in the area, handpicked and recommended by our travel specialists.
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View AccommodationOctola
Octola is a luxury 10-bedroom wilderness chalet perfect for small groups or large families. Located on a private wilderness reserve in Finnish Lapland, surrounded by wild reindeer, the chalet offers ultimate privacy, tailored exclusively for you.
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View AccommodationAurora Village
Aurora village offers cosy Aurora Cabins where you can relax in your bed and watch the sky above through a glass ceiling. With just 25 cabins there is plenty of privacy for you to enjoy excellent service and the surrounding Lapland winter wonderland.
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View AccommodationLyngen Lodge
Lyngen Lodge is located inside Norway's Arctic Circle where you will experience a perfect combination of nature and luxury. From snow-shoeing to skiing, to watching the Northern Lights unravel above you, you are assured to see nature at its absolute best.
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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 AccommodationArctic Bath Hotel
The Arctic Bath Hotel in Harads, Swedish Lapland is a unique concept of a floating hotel, surrounded by water which freezes over in the winter. At the centre of the main floating building is a plunge pool, carved into the ice during winter.
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View AccommodationWilderness Hotel Nellim
Located in the far north of Finnish Lapland, the Wilderness Hotel Nellim offers comfortable accommodation in a remote position ideal for Northern Lights viewings and off-the-beaten-track experiences to truly get you back to nature.
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View AccommodationBeana Laponia
Beana Laponia is an adults-only boutique hotel in the heart of Finnish Lapland. Surrounded by a mesmerising snowy landscape, Beana Laponia offers a wilderness hideaway with an abundance of winter activities on its doorstep.
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View AccommodationRovaniemi Christmas Chalets
Our magical Christmas chalets offer an authentic winter wonderland experience for a memorable family stay. Despite feeling tucked away, the chalets are just a 5-minute drive to Rovaniemi, offering convenient access to Lapland's winter activities.
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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.
More Experiences in This Area
Discover more things to do in the area and chat to our specialists about crafting these experiences into your tailor-made holiday.
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View ExperienceIce fishing in Finnish Lapland
Learn a brand new skill during your time in Lapland - the traditional art of ice fishing. You'll learn how to break through the ice to reach the water below, as well as how to set up your fishing rod with the hopes of making a big catch!
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View ExperienceHusky Sledding at Octola
Drive your own husky sled through Lapland’s winter wilderness, guided by expert handlers. Pause at a cosy Lappish kota for hot drinks and husky cuddles—a magical, immersive Arctic adventure for all ages.
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View ExperienceAurora Camp
Spend an evening under the stars, huddled around the campfire in the middle of the winter wilderness. Stay warm with hot drinks as you keep your eyes peeled for the Northern Lights dancing in the sky overhead.
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View ExperienceAurora night at Beana Laponia
Spend an evening under the stars, huddled around the campfire at Beana Laponia. Stay warm with hot drinks and listen to tales of the Aurora Borealis as you keep your eyes peeled for the Northern Lights dancing in the sky overhead.
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View ExperienceSnowmobile safari at Beana Laponia
Ride a snowmobile through the incredible winter wonderland of Finnish Lapland. Admire the incredible scenery and keep an eye out for local wildlife as you speed through the snow to tranquil spots with beautiful views.
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View ExperienceLevi Aurora Snowmobile Hunt
Chase the Northern Lights on a private snowmobile safari through Levi’s winter wilderness. With your guide, pause beneath starlit skies for fireside tea and sausages—an exclusive Arctic adventure where serenity meets celestial wonder.
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View ExperienceNorthern 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!
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View ExperienceAurora Ice Floating
Drift weightlessly in a frozen Arctic lake beneath a canopy of stars. Wrapped in a thermal suit, surrender to silence as the Northern Lights dance above — a rare, serene encounter with nature at its most awe-inspiring.
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View ExperienceReindeer farm with reindeer safari
Enjoy an unforgettable private visit to see where Santa's loyal companions, his reindeer, live, followed by a magical reindeer sleigh ride through the snow-clad forest.
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