Ice 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!
Area
Finnish Lapland
Type
Wildlife & Nature
Grade
Standard
Who
Adults
Difficulty
Moderate
The basics of ice-fishing are very simple; all you need is a frozen body of water, and just five centimeters of ice is enough to bare the weight of a person. Once your guide has helped you choose the perfect fishing spot, you need a core drill to make a hole in the ice. Catching fish is largely down to luck, although experienced fishers will know how to choose the right spot, taking in to consideration the direction of the wind and understanding how the fish behave at different times of the year. The locals usually know the best places to go so keep an eye out for where they are setting up!
Spring is the best time for ice-fishing as the fish are more eager to take bait at this time of year.
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, personalized exclusively for you.
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View AccommodationWilderness Hotel Saariselka
Saariselkä Wilderness Hotel offers an exceptional blend of luxury, adventure, and immersive nature experiences that set it apart as a destination for the discerning traveler.
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View AccommodationBeana Laponia
Beana Laponia is an adults-only boutique hotel in the heart of Finnish Lapland. Surrounded by a mesmerizing snowy landscape, Beana Laponia offers a wilderness hideaway with an abundance of winter activities on its doorstep.
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View AccommodationJavri Lodge
Javri Lodge is a stunning adults-only chalet-style property situated in the beautiful setting of Saariselkä in Finnish Lapland. It is the perfect for couples to get away from it all and cozy up by the fire after a full day of activities out in the snow.
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View AccommodationBalder Luxury Lodge
Balder Luxury Lodge offers more than just a place to stay, it delivers a deeply personal, luxurious, and unforgettable Lapland escape, where every detail is crafted to make you feel at home in the heart of the Arctic wilderness.
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View AccommodationWilderness Hotel Nangu
Wilderness Hotel Nangu is located in a remote spot on the southern shore of Lake Inari, with breath-taking views, perfect for experiencing the Northern Lights! As an adults-only destination this is the perfect escape for couples or friends.
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View AccommodationAurora Village
Aurora village offers cozy 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 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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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.
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 ExperienceReindeer safari at Beana Laponia
Visit a reindeer farm and learn about the traditions of reindeer herding in Lapland. Climb into the cozy sleigh for a wonderful journey pulled by reindeer through the wilderness, across pristine white snow and through Lapland's magical forests.
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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 ExperienceSnowmobile Safari
A highlight of any Arctic adventure, a snowmobile is a magical and exhilarating way to discover the incredible snowy landscape of Finnish Lapland.
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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 ExperienceAurora Snowshoeing
Enjoy a snowshoe adventure across the wintry landscape in search of the Northern Lights. Once darkness has fallen, head away from the lights and towards the Lappish wilderness. If the weather is clear, you will hopefully see the Lights dancing!
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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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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 ExperienceHusky Sledding at Octola
Drive your own husky sled through Lapland’s winter wilderness, guided by expert handlers. Pause at a cozy Lappish kota for hot drinks and husky cuddles—a magical, immersive Arctic adventure for all ages.
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View ExperienceHusky dog sledding
Husky sledding is a unique and thrilling Finnish experience and an opportunity for a close encounter with the excitable Lappish husky dogs. You'll travel through the snowy wilderness on a comfortable sled pulled by a group of huskies.
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