Rovaniemi Northern Light Hunt with Campfire and BBQ with Transfer
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Based on 278 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
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Is Rovaniemi Northern Light Hunt with Campfire and BBQ with Transfer worth booking?
Rovaniemi Northern Light Hunt with Campfire and BBQ with Transfer is a 3-hour experience in Rovaniemi, Finland, from $105 per person. It scores 66 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 4.1/5 rating across 278 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 66 / 100
- Rating
- 4.1/5 (278)
- Duration
- 3 hours
- From
- $105 per person
Hunting Northern Lights with Lappish Barbecue The Northern Lights are an amazing, natural spectacle, and for a lot of people the main reason they come to Lapland. Of course, you want to view the Northern Lights from the
What you get
About this experience
Hunting Northern Lights with Lappish Barbecue The Northern Lights are an amazing, natural spectacle, and for a lot of people the main reason they come to Lapland. Of course, you want to view the Northern Lights from the best possible location. *Departure time may vary. Please check the email the local provider sends for the exact pick-up time.
What's included
Included
- Winter clothes: overall and boots
- Guide in English (other languages available on request: German, French, Italian, Spanish, Chinese)
- Pick-up and drop-off to our office or selected hotels from Rovaniemi city center.
- Transport around 20-25 km away from the City Lights
- Departure time may vary. Please check the email the local provider sends for the exact pick-up time.
- Snacks
What you'll see and do
Nordic Unique Travels
Hunt for the Northern Lights in the middle of the untouched nature, escaping from the light pollution of the town. Taste a traditional Lappish barbecue and warm yourself by the fire while waiting for the magical lights. **Departure time may vary. Please check the email the local provider sends for the exact pick-up time.
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Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 60 minutes before departure.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Nordic Unique Travels
Know before you go
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Northern Lights sightings cannot be guaranteed due to they are subject to weather conditions and the solar activity
- The tour will start any time between 18:00 and 22:00. Departure time may vary depending on the seasons and availability, please double-check with the local partner
- At least 2 people are required for this tour to take place on weekdays and Saturdays
- At least 4 people are required for this tour to take place on Sundays and public holidays
- Children under 12 year old must be accompanied by adults paying the full price
- Please be ready and wait in your hotel lobby 10 minutes prior to your scheduled pickup time
- Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
- Please note that this tour might depart with buses during high season
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 275 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
3 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
2 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Photo opportunities
2 mentionsThe views and photo stops come up again and again.
Traveler reviews
275 verified traveler reviews for Rovaniemi Northern Light Hunt with Campfire and BBQ with Transfer. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Dream come true tour!
This tour was fantastic from start to finish! We always wanted to go to Finland, and the Northern lights have been a bucket list experience for me, so I was desperate to go on this trip. Our hotel was in the city centre so we just had a 5 minute walk to Nordic Unique Travels, and once there we were given full body suits and winter boots, before the guides were ready to go. There was a large group going, so some people were on a coach, and some in vans, and the drive was around 45 minutes. The guides were very friendly, and they spoke multiple languages for people who didn’t speak English, so everyone was accommodated for. There were tents with fires to keep us warm, and the bbq was delicious, the reindeer sausage tasted great, and we also roasted marshmallows. It was a 10 out of 10 experience, and we felt on top of the world to get this experience! Thank you so much for this, it was amazing!
via Tripadvisor
Worst experience ever .
I am very displeased with this experience, I would go as far as to call it a scam. The customer is not informed anywhere nor at any point that the lights would not be visible to the naked eye and that they would only be visible in a photograph taken on a camera provided by staff, the sky was pitch black with absolutely nothing to see. This has vexed me heavily, upon complaining to the staff and cusomer service, I was informed that i needed to purchase said photographs to be able to see the lights. I feel mislead and scammed, this is a predatory business practice used to drain money from unaware people for an experience which is at best nothing. I do not recommend in the slightest unless you enjoy looking at a pitch black sky.
Response from the operator: Dear Customer, Thank you for your time with the review. Northern Lights are a natural phenomenon and their visibility always depends on weather conditions, cloud cover, solar activity, and how strong the aurora is at that particular moment. For this reason, no operator can guarantee that the lights will always be clearly visible to the naked eye. In some cases, when the aurora is weak, a camera is able to capture the light and colors more clearly than the human eye can. We understand that this can be frustrating, especially when expectations are high, and we are sorry that this was not clear enough during your experience. However, the Northern Lights themselves are never something that can be guaranteed or controlled. Thank you again for your feedback. We will take your comments seriously and review how we explain aurora visibility to our guests more clearly in the future. Warm regards, Nordic Unique Travels Team
via Tripadvisor
It was a wonderful...
It was a wonderful experience. Great guides that have a great knowledge and made it fun even though the Northern Lights did not come out for us- too cloudy.
via Viator
It's not the light but the experience
It should have been 5 but there was no appearance of northern light during this trip. However Ricardo and Michal are excellent guides that made the trip worthwhile. Thanks.
via Tripadvisor
The tour for the price is...
The tour for the price is not worth the cost we travelled for a short distance and disembarked next to a busy highway in a city bbq area. There was no light activity due to cloudy weather which I understand is not the company’s fault however there is lots of lights guaranteed tours that will refund you if you don’t see them or the possibility is low so your time is not wasted. There is many options to book a tour at short notice I would recommend waiting and checking the weather. That said The host’s were really pleasant and the tour operators great to deal with. the equipment they provided was great and the bbq a fun experience
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 3 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 97
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Why this scores 66
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Rovaniemi Northern Light Hunt with Campfire and BBQ with Transfer: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Rovaniemi.
How much does Rovaniemi Northern Light Hunt with Campfire and BBQ with Transfer cost?
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Prices start at $105 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 Northern Light Hunt with Campfire and BBQ with Transfer take?
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Plan for about 3 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 Northern Light Hunt with Campfire and BBQ with Transfer worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 66 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.1/5 across 278 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Rovaniemi, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Rovaniemi Northern Light Hunt with Campfire and BBQ with Transfer?
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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 Northern Light Hunt with Campfire and BBQ with Transfer suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 3-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Rovaniemi Northern Light Hunt with Campfire and BBQ with Transfer?
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Around 97 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 3-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Rovaniemi Northern Light Hunt with Campfire and BBQ with Transfer 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 Northern Lights Rovaniemi: Guaranteed Viewing & Unlimited Mileage, Rovaniemi: Korouoma Canyon & Frozen Waterfalls Tour with BBQ, Rovaniemi:%100 Guaranteed Northern Lights Hunt&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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