Take a guided snowmobile ride out of Rovaniemi to hunt the Aurora Borealis, ending at a lakeside cottage with a campfire and traditional snacks. Guides provide thermal gear and instruction, making this a hands-on winter adventure for first-time riders.
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A low sun hangs behind wind-scoured pines as the convoy idles—cold breath and the soft rumble of engines mark the start of a winter hunt. Riders adjust goggles, snug into thermal overalls provided by the operator, and push off across a silver field toward a distant, frozen lake. The snowmobile’s vibration becomes a second heartbeat as the dark widens and the sky strains for green.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
3 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; participants should be able to sit on a snowmobile for up to an hour and handle brief outdoor standing at the cottage.
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History
Lapland’s winter transport evolved from reindeer and sleds to motorized snowmobiles; lakeside cottages reflect a long-standing Finnish tradition of simple communal gatherings.
Conservation
Guides follow designated trails to minimize disturbance to wintering wildlife and avoid breaking fragile snow crusts; stick to provided routes and pack out waste.
Reserve your spot on the Northern Lights Tour Snowmobile Driving today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Layer for changing conditions
Wear moisture-wicking base layers beneath the supplied overalls and keep a dry pair of gloves for the campfire—wet hands freeze fast.
Bring a tripod and spare batteries
Cold drains batteries quickly; bring spare camera batteries and a small tripod for stable long-exposure Aurora shots.
Listen during the safety briefing
Follow guide instructions on throttle control and stopping distances—snowmobile handling differs from cars and requires steady inputs.
Protect your face and eyes
Use goggles and a balaclava to prevent windburn and snow glare during open stretches; pack sunglasses for late-afternoon glare.
Insulated base and mid-layers
Traps heat under provided overalls while wicking sweat during the ride.
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Sturdy winter boots
Necessary for boarding machines and walking on icy lake surfaces; supplied boots may not fit everyone.
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Camera with tripod or remote shutter
Enables crisp long-exposure shots of the Aurora from lakeside vantage points.
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Extra warm gloves and hand warmers
Glove liners or chemical warmers help maintain dexterity in extreme cold.
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