
Rovaniemi:%100 Guaranteed Northern Lights Hunt&Small Group
Traveler rating
4.9/5
Based on 648 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Rovaniemi:%100 Guaranteed Northern Lights Hunt&Small Group worth booking?
Rovaniemi:%100 Guaranteed Northern Lights Hunt&Small Group is a 5-hour experience in Rovaniemi, Finland, from $136 per person. It scores 94 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “90+ Club”, based on a 4.9/5 rating across 648 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing. It sits in the Outty 90+ Club, the top tier of everything we rank.
- Outty Ranking
- 94 / 100
- Rating
- 4.9/5 (648)
- Duration
- 5 hours
- From
- $136 per person
The Outty verdict
It ranks #2 of the 7 similar experiences we compared in Rovaniemi, with an Outty Ranking of 94. At $136 it is priced in line with similar options (typically $121). Best for families and anyone who wants flexible plans.
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No distance limit. No fixed time limit. Just a real Northern Lights chase! Skip the crowded 55-person bus tours! The Northern Lights deserve more than a standard sightseeing trip. Chase the Northern Lights with Rovaniemi’s most trusted local experts. Small groups, live weather tracking & pro photos. No fixed routes, unlimited-distance hunting & a refund guarantee. Join Lapin Taivas for an authentic Northern Lights adventure! We can travel up to 300+ KM in our comfortable Vans, chasing clear skies or heading deep into the wilderness this tour is made for true Aurora Hunters. Our professional guides and photographers use the best weather data, cameras, and lenses to find the lights and capture unforgettable shots. All photos are delivered to your email within 8–72 hours after the tour. With an impressive 93% success rate during the 2025–26 season, this is one of the most reliable and exciting Aurora experiences in Lapland. ✨ Lapin Taivas – Your Way to the Lights ✨
What you get
About this experience
No distance limit. No fixed time limit. Just a real Northern Lights chase! Skip the crowded 55-person bus tours! The Northern Lights deserve more than a standard sightseeing trip. Chase the Northern Lights with Rovaniemi’s most trusted local experts. Small groups, live weather tracking & pro photos. No fixed routes, unlimited-distance hunting & a refund guarantee. Join Lapin Taivas for an authentic Northern Lights adventure! We can travel up to 300+ KM in our comfortable Vans, chasing clear skies or heading deep into the wilderness this tour is made for true Aurora Hunters. Our professional guides and photographers use the best weather data, cameras, and lenses to find the lights and capture unforgettable shots. All photos are delivered to your email within 8–72 hours after the tour. With an impressive 93% success rate during the 2025–26 season, this is one of the most reliable and exciting Aurora experiences in Lapland. ✨ Lapin Taivas – Your Way to the Lights ✨
What's included
Included
- Snacks
- Northern Lights guaranteed viewing&money back guarantee
- Guides and Language: In-person: English,Turkish
- Free Photo Shoot and Delivery Only In 12-36hours
- Pick-up & Drop-Off (only for small group option)to your hotel (Max. 20km to Rovaniemi Centre)
- Professional photography service
Not included
- Overalls - Winter Clothing
What you'll see and do
Rovaniemi
You will be taken on a northern lights hunt with a professional photographer in a spacious van. (Comfort is important for road trips, as we travel at least 50 km—but usually around 120 km one way—to find the darkest spot.) A delicious brownie and berry tea are on the menu for the night to satisfy your hunger. Since our priority is finding a clear spot for the northern lights, we don’t set up a barbecue for unnecessary sausages. Based heavily on cloud coverage and solar wind data, you may visit 2 to 3 different viewpoints from the 100 we have mapped, discovered all across Finnish and Swedish Lapland. Some say it’s a nice road trip; others call it a true northern lights hunt. Due to weather conditions, we always send an information email to our guests by 16:00 at the latest on the day of the tour. Sometimes, we may need to depart 1-3 hour earlier or later to find better weather. Our tours usually start between 17:00 and 19:00 and end around 02:00 to 05:00.
480 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Rovaniemi
Pickup and drop-off are included within a 17 km radius of the city center
Hotel pickup
Pickup is available for selected locations. Pickup begins about 45 minutes before departure.
Ends at
End of the tour, we will transfer you back to your guest house ^^ (Max. 17km range to Rovaniemi centre)
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en, fa, tr
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Lapin Taivas Arctic Expeditions
Know before you go
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 641 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
8 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Photo opportunities
5 mentionsThe views and photo stops come up again and again.
Knowledge and storytelling
4 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Traveler reviews
641 verified traveler reviews for Rovaniemi:%100 Guaranteed Northern Lights Hunt&Small Group. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
He never gave up for us to see Northern lights!
We had a good time chasing Northern Lights with Emin. We sat in the front and got to ask all the proper questions to our guide. We drove for a long time and the trip was really long but in the end, it was well worth it. We got to see some good ones even though it was cloudy. Emin never gave up on finding some lights for us to see and photograph. Overall, a super trip.
via Viator
Excellent Tour to See the Northern Lights
This tour did NOT disappoint. Our tour leader, Emin, was extremely nice, patient, informative, and clearly loves his job and is extremely interested in the Auroras. This is his passion. He told us to keep our expectations low because it’s nature and the three nights before my tour were too cloudy to take guests. We made several stops and were able to see the lights by eye and then the cameras captured them even more beautifully. Emin takes photos and I’m excited to receive them! Nature may noy have cooperated with the full show on my night but my son and I were more than thrilled with what we saw and the stars in the sky and constellations, fresh air and nature all around. We drove into Sweden which was a treat for us to add another country to this trip :). Overall, we really loved the experience. The transportation was comfortable, music was terrific, Emin brought out hot berry juice and treats. Would highly recommend!
via Tripadvisor
Amazing tour
We went in October 2026 and got so lucky to see the northern lights. Our tour guide was soooo excited about the light and it made us excited too. We got a lot of great photos and timelapse videos from the tour so that was appreciated! The tour lasted about 4 hours (2 hours round trip, and 2 hours to explore).
via Tripadvisor
birthday northern lights
Amin our guide was really fun and very knowledgeable 🫶🏼💚 he was very patient to look for the northern lights and he made my birthday wish possible and memorable 🫶🏼 loved all the photos taken during the trip. thank you so much and definitely i’ll recommend booking this tour again.
via Tripadvisor
Amazing Auroras!
It was an incredible experience. The guides took us to the most perfect spot where we saw an incredible display of the Auroras. I could not have asked for a better experience. They really catered to our utmost comfort - provided blankets, phone charger cables and WiFi. The guides themselves were very professional and very very lovely - they got so excited when the auroras were so lit up and their positivity definitely kept the group excited as well. Would definitely do another tour with them.
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 5 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $136 to $169
- Hotel pickup
- Available for selected locations
- Booked in 30 days
- 227
- Verdict
- 90+ Club
Who runs this experience
Operated by Lapin Taivas Arctic Expeditions, who run 4 experiences we rank across 1 city, with an average Outty Ranking of 65.1 and 1 in the 90+ Club.
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Rovaniemi:%100 Guaranteed Northern Lights Hunt&Small Group: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Rovaniemi.
How does Rovaniemi:%100 Guaranteed Northern Lights Hunt&Small Group compare to similar tours in Rovaniemi?
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It ranks #2 of the 7 similar experiences we compared in Rovaniemi, with an Outty Ranking of 94. At $136 it is priced in line with similar options (typically $121). Best for families and anyone who wants flexible plans.
Who is Rovaniemi:%100 Guaranteed Northern Lights Hunt&Small Group best for?
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It suits families and anyone who wants flexible plans best, based on its 5-hour length, all-ages access and free cancellation up to 24 hours before.
Is Rovaniemi:%100 Guaranteed Northern Lights Hunt&Small Group good value?
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It is fairly priced. It starts at $136, close to the $121 typical for similar experiences in Rovaniemi.
How much does Rovaniemi:%100 Guaranteed Northern Lights Hunt&Small Group cost?
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Prices start at $136 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Rovaniemi usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Rovaniemi:%100 Guaranteed Northern Lights Hunt&Small Group take?
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Plan for about 5 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Rovaniemi is not rushed.
Is Rovaniemi:%100 Guaranteed Northern Lights Hunt&Small Group worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 94 out of 100, which we label "90+ Club". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.9/5 across 648 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable most highly reviewed in Rovaniemi, and how flexible the cancellation terms are. Scoring 90 or above puts it in the Outty 90+ Club, the top tier of everything we rank.
Can I cancel or reschedule Rovaniemi:%100 Guaranteed Northern Lights Hunt&Small Group?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Rovaniemi:%100 Guaranteed Northern Lights Hunt&Small Group suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 5-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Rovaniemi:%100 Guaranteed Northern Lights Hunt&Small Group?
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Around 227 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Rovaniemi can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Rovaniemi and add a light layer if any part of the 5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Rovaniemi:%100 Guaranteed Northern Lights Hunt&Small Group start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Rovaniemi within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Rovaniemi?
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On Outty we rank every Rovaniemi experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Rovaniemi: Korouoma Frozen Waterfalls Hike & Campfire BBQ, Rovaniemi: Northern Lights Tour - 100% Guarantee & Photos, Rovaniemi: Northern Lights Tour, 100% Guarantee with Free Photos. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Rovaniemi?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Rovaniemi?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
What is included in Rovaniemi:%100 Guaranteed Northern Lights Hunt&Small Group?
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Included: Snacks; Northern Lights guaranteed viewing&money back guarantee; Guides and Language: In-person: English,Turkish; Free Photo Shoot and Delivery Only In 12-36hours; and Pick-up & Drop-Off (only for small group option)to your hotel (Max. 20km to Rovaniemi Cent. Not included: Overalls - Winter Clothing. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Does Rovaniemi:%100 Guaranteed Northern Lights Hunt&Small Group include hotel pickup?
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Yes, pickup is offered, or you can meet at the start point instead from 40 listed pickup locations in and around Rovaniemi. Be ready about 45 minutes before the start time. You can also enter a custom pickup address when booking.
What languages is Rovaniemi:%100 Guaranteed Northern Lights Hunt&Small Group offered in?
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It is offered in English, Persian and Turkish. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.
Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Rovaniemi:%100 Guaranteed Northern Lights Hunt&Small Group?
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Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.
Is Rovaniemi:%100 Guaranteed Northern Lights Hunt&Small Group wheelchair or stroller accessible?
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The operator notes: Specialized infant seats are available. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.
What happens to Rovaniemi:%100 Guaranteed Northern Lights Hunt&Small Group if the weather is bad?
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This experience depends on good weather. If it is canceled because of poor weather, you are offered a different date or a full refund.
What do travelers say about Rovaniemi:%100 Guaranteed Northern Lights Hunt&Small Group?
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Across 648 reviews averaging 4.9 out of 5, recurring themes include the guide, photo opportunities, knowledge and storytelling. Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
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