What is included in an aurora hunt tour?

Our tours include transportation and pick-up within 10km range of Rovaniemi city center, a local guide and a hot drinks and snacks.

Northern lights Rovaniemi - Northern Light Hunts

Aurora Hunting With Lapland Explorers

Our Aurora tours are designed to give you the highest chance of witnessing the Northern Lights. with flexible timing, cozy transport, and pro-level photography included. Here’s everything you need to know before you book.

Unique Locations

From the enchanting Aurora Lights to the magical Lapland, we offer one-of-a-kind adventures in awe-inspiring places.

Local Guides

Our guides are Rovaniemi-born and bred — taking you straight to the most magical, hidden spots for Northern Lights you won’t find on a map.

Personalized Experience

We don’t serve the masses, but the individual. Every adventure is tailored to your pace, your style, your unforgettable journey.

hUNT INTO THE NORTHERN LIGHTS

Northern Light Rovaniemi Hunts: a journey into the unknown

Every night brings a new route, a new sky, and a different rhythm.

Sometimes the lights appear within minutes, sometimes they make us wait under a blanket of stars. That’s the beauty of it: it’s real, raw, and completely unfiltered. With our local guides leading the way, you’ll go beyond the city lights and into the Arctic silence where the sky might just come alive.

Aurora hunting Rovaniemi: Discover Auroras With Locals

Smiling family standing on snowy field under vibrant green Northern Lights in Lapland.

8 hours

Very easy

Rovaniemi: Guaranteed Northern Lights group Tour with Photos

This budget-friendly option gives you a quality Northern Lights experience at a lower price. The tour lasts up to 5 hours and is guided by the same local Aurora experts.

You’ll enjoy warm drinks, snacks, and professional photos of your night under the stars. If conditions look poor, we’ll inform you beforehand so you can choose a full refund or join our more flexible small group tour instead.

For travellers who prefer the most flexible routing and a more personalised experience, we recommend choosing the small group unlimited tour.

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Woman in winter gear raising arms beneath vivid green Aurora Borealis in snowy Lapland forest.

8 hours

Very easy

rovaniemi: Guaranteed Northern Lights Small Group Tour with Photos

This fully guaranteed tour has no time or distance limits—we stay out as long as needed and go wherever the Aurora appears, even to Norway if that’s where the skies are clearest. Our mission is simple: to find the Northern Lights for you.
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With years of experience, deep knowledge of Arctic weather, and real dedication, we offer a safe, personal, and authentic experience far away from city lights and crowds.

Because this is a small group tour, it allows for the most flexible routing—we can change direction quickly, take detours, wait longer and choose remote viewing spots that larger groups cannot access.

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How the Tour Works

Northern lights Rovaniemi Tour Step by step

Each night is different and that’s what makes it so special. Our guides adapt the route, timing, and stops based on real-time aurora activity and local weather. Here's how your Northern Lights hunt typically unfolds.

1.

Pickup from Your Hotel in Rovaniemi

We’ll contact you with the exact time based on weather usually between 17:00–21:00.

2.

Scenic Drive into the Wilderness

Your guide selects the best possible viewing spot using live aurora data and weather maps.

3.

Waiting for the Magic

We'll build a small campfire, enjoy Lappish snacks, sip hot drinks, and keep cozy in the van while we wait.

4.

Enjoy the Show

When the lights appear, your guide will be ready to capture incredible photos of you under the aurora.

5.

Drop-off in Rovaniemi

Once the night ends, we’ll drive you back, sometimes after 2 hours, or after 10, depending on conditions.

What’s included

We go the extra mile

Northern Lights dancing over snowy forest during an aurora tour in Rovaniemi

To stay warm and comfortable during your adventure, you’ll need to bring a few essentials: your passport or ID, warm layers, a hat, gloves, and waterproof outerwear.

Personalized small-group experience.

Expert local guidance.

Data-Driven: Every decision is led by performance, not opinions.

Pickup & return transport.

Hot drinks + traditional snacks.

Professional aurora photography.

Flexible tour duration.

The Northern Lights don’t follow a script.  They show up when they’re ready unannounced, untamed, unforgettable.

faqs

Frequently Asked Questions

Got questions? We’ve compiled a list of answers to the most common inquiries about our adventure experiences. If you need more information, don’t hesitate to reach out to us!

When is the best time to see the Northern Lights?

While the Northern Lights season runs from September through March, making any time within this window a good opportunity to see them, the experience ultimately depends on luck and local weather conditions. Autumn often provides clearer skies with less cloud cover, increasing your chances of spotting the aurora.

However, spring (specifically February and March) brings the highest solar activity, which can produce the most intense displays. That said, the strongest Northern Lights can occur in any month during the season if solar storms align with clear skies.

Important Note on Moonlight: The best time to visit is during a New Moon or when the moon is not visible. During a Full Moon or even a Half Moon, the bright moonlight can wash out the sky, making it very difficult to spot the Northern Lights, especially if they are faint. For the best visibility, we highly recommend planning your trip during darker nights when the moon's glow is minimal.

Can we see the northern lights today?

While we cannot predict the future with 100% certainty, historically, our success rate for spotting the Northern Lights is 90–95%. If we are able to locate cloudless skies for a long enough duration, that chance increases to nearly 100% that the aurora will appear at some point during the hunt.

However, please note that we do not control the strength or intensity of the display. On some nights, the lights may be faint, appearing as subtle, cloud-like lines in the sky, while on others they may be vibrant and dancing. Regardless of their intensity, if they are visible, we consider it a successful sighting.

How long do aurora hunt tours last?

Our average tour duration for both Small Group and Group tours is typically 5–8 hours. However, on our Small Group tours, the experience can extend up to 12 hours depending on cloud coverage and how far we need to travel to find clear skies. Driving distances vary significantly by day, ranging from as little as 50 km to as far as 350 km one way.

What should I bring on an aurora hunt?

Good attitude, warm clothes and possibly some food. We offer light snacks and warm drinks on the hunts.

What is Guaranteed Aurora Hunt?

While we cannot control the weather or guarantee that the Northern Lights will appear, we guarantee your satisfaction: if you don't see them, you can choose a full refund or reschedule as many times as needed until you do.

Please note that for your safety and to ensure a worthwhile experience, we typically do not depart if conditions are unrealistic for an aurora display, if driving distances become excessive, or if road conditions are unsafe.