Top Rovaniemi Wildlife Watching

The spectacular Aurora Borealis, or Northern Lights, are not easy to spot or capture on film. Head away from the bright city to a dark observation point with a professional photographer to marvel at this natural light show and have your photo taken under its colorful glow. Warm yourself by the fire and learn about how the lights are formed while you wait for them to appear in the night sky.

Embark for an unforgettable experience to place with no light pollution to see the fascinating northern lights. Seeing Aurora Borealis is on a bucket list of many travellers and the Arctic is the place to fulfil this dream. This experience has a small group guarantee. There will be a maximum of 16 participants. You can enjoy your experience without the feeling of mass tourism.

Susimaa (in English “Wolfland”) is the Off-grid Wolfland in Northern Europe, Finnish Lapland - founded in 2017 by the owners Vállju & Kauni Susisydän. The owners once lived a worldly life in big cities – now the raise their family & work with their wolfdogs and farm animals (Goats, Sheep, Rabbits, Chickens, Quails) on their off-the-grid farm in the arctic woods of Lapland, becoming more and more self-sufficient year by year. The family life is simple and follows GODs will. Susimaa is a nature-friendly, responsible, real family business - No mass tourism takes place. The dogs – are wolfdogs (except for one), they are working dogs (hiking, (kick)biking, sled pulling). The dogs diet consists of natural food in form of real meat, bones and vegetables, grains & fruits. The dogs live in exceptional large enclosures with lots of space to roam, run & play. Big open spaces are a number one priority at Susimaa for all animals living here to allow the animals to behave as naturally as possible.

Combine two of the Arctic’s bucket-list experiences in a single night with this combined husky sledding and Northern Lights spotting adventure. Set off under the stars and mush through the snow-covered countryside to reach a prime viewing spot for the Aurora Borealis. Relax by the fire outside a traditional Lappish hut and ward off the cold with hot snacks while you watch the sky, hoping to catch nature’s light show.

Snowmobiling through the Lappish wilderness is a once in a lifetime experience. Add the excellent chance to witness the Northern Lights and you have an experience like no other. We drive out to a suitable location and gather around the bonfire for some hot berry juice and snacks. You’ll get to hear about the myths and science behind the Northern Lights before hopping back on your snowmobiles and continuing the chase. Simply a-must-do in Lapland! Please note: The driver of the snowmobile must be at least 18 years of age and in possession of a valid driver’s license in EU/Finland.

Travel through the snowy Lappish forest like a local—on a snowmobile—on this half-day tour. Keep warm with provided gear, far superior than anything you may have packed in your suitcase, and some blueberry tea and gingerbread.

Plan a stress-free visit to Ranua Zoo with a pre-booked admission ticket and convenient round-trip transfer from your Rovaniemi accommodations. A pre-booked ticket allows you to skip entrance lines and ensures you have plenty of time to view the artic animals in their protected environments, as well as grab lunch and shop for souvenirs (own expense).

Visit the northernmost zoo in the world, Ranua Zoo, on this organized trip from Rovaniemi. With tickets purchased in advance and all transportation arranged, this is the easiest way to visit the zoo. During the tour, learn about the more than 50 Arctic species living in natural enclosures on the property through guided commentary.

Experience time in the great outdoors of Lapland on this exciting snowmobile safari. Save time planning transport by having hotel pickup and drop-off included. It’ll be the ultimate stress-free day with snowmobile equipment rental, and a delicious campfire lunch in the Arctic wilderness of Kota included. No need to worry about navigating, as a guide will lead the way.

See the best of Rovaniemi, the official hometown of Santa Claus and the capital of Lapland. Make the most of your limited time, as your professional guide takes you to the best lookouts, Arktikum Arctic Museum, reindeer and husky farms, and Snowmobile Museum. End your day at the Santa Claus Village with a meeting with Santa himself.

Try the local tradition of ice fishing while on vacation in Rovaniemi. With a local guide to assist you, you'll be dropping your line on an arctic lake or river, bordered by a snowy landscape. Before you drop a line, you'll get an introduction to how to move on the ice safely, techniques for drilling, and the history of the ice fishing tradition.

Meet Santa Claus, and ride a snowmobile and reindeer sleigh on this fun-filled, 6-hour adventure from Rovaniemi. Journey to the magical Santa Claus Village, and visit Santa's office, the post office, and the twinkling, Christmas-themed shops before savoring a delicious lunch. In the afternoon, ride a snowmobile to a reindeer farm, and enjoy an enchanting sleigh ride with the tinkle of reindeer bells filling the air. An Arctic Circle crossing ceremony and complimentary hot drinks add the final touches to this tour.

Hunting the Northern Lights in Finland is best done with a guide who knows the best viewpoints. This small-group experience from Rovaniemi delivers: with return transport into the countryside far from light pollution and a guide to seek out sightings. Set up base at a camp with panoramic views, and watch for the lights over grilled snacks and warm drinks. A DSLR camera is recommended for the best shots.

Learn to take the best possible photos of Finland's Northern Lights on this evening tour from Rovaniemi. With a photographer guide, go in search of the Aurora Borealis, perched atop a small mountain with a clear view of this natural phenomenon. Arctic-appropriate winter adventure gear, snacks, and warm beverages provided.

Ride a reindeer-pulled sleigh through the snow and meet these gentle animals on a 2-hour tour from Rovaniemi. Travel to a reindeer farm in the wooded fells, and learn from the friendly herders how they care for these beautiful animals. Then, sit back in a cozy sleigh and enjoy the glittering scenery on a ride through the woods. Take the opportunity to try handling a sled and afterward, warm up with hot berry juice. Everyone — even the little ones — leaves with an international reindeer driver license as a souvenir.

Lapland offers some of the most spectacular scenery and skyscapes in Finland, but the logistics of exploring this Arctic wilderness can be tricky. With this tour, skip the hassle of organizing transportation and tours and experience the best of Lapland in just two days. Spot the Northern Lights; visit a wildlife park: take a reindeer sleigh ride; and try your hand at ice fishing, wilderness survival, or snowshoeing.

This is a guided trip to the famous Ranua Wildlife Park that will give you great insight and opportunity to see and learn about all the arctic animals, from Polar bears or moose to wild boars or arctic eagles. In all our excursions, our groups are limited to 8 travelers maximum. It it very important for us to provide you with the best experience as possible, and avoid mass tourism. This way, your guide will know you better and will be able to address all your needs and answer your questions. As we usually say : the smaller the group, the bigger the experience !

Cover more ground and increase your chances of spotting the dazzling Northern Lights with this unique excursion via “snowtrain”. Cross the snow-covered wilderness to a traditional Lappish “kota” hut far from the city lights via snowmobile-pulled enclosed sled. Stay warm around a bonfire with roasted sausages and hot juice as you wait for the Aurora Borealis to glow above the horizon.

A wonderful Hiking in the nature, about 150 km from Rovaniemi center. Korouoma every year in winter attracts many visitors with it's magical views of the frozen fairy waterfalls.

Immerse yourself in the fabulous world of Arctic animals! This 2-day experience combines a bear-watching safari with overnight in a wilderness hut, a reindeer experience in a traditional farm and a visit of the Ranua Wildlife Park. This trip is the only one in Lapland that really allows you to see and learn about the main animals that reside in the Arctic. In all our excursions, our groups are limited to 8 people maximum. It it very important for us to provide you with the best experience as possible, and avoid mass tourism. This way, your guide will know you better and will be able to address all your needs and answer your questions. We also strictly select our partners based on ethical and responsible principles, to promote a more authentic and respectful tourism in Lapland.

Northern lights is a natural phenomenon and you cannot predict if it will happenю It is more about luck and your guide. Working in tourism for many years we have huge experience in searching the Northern lights. Our guides know the best spots, needed camera setting, survival skills in the forest and etc. So, we will do our best to show you Aurora, just bring a little bit of luck with you :)

Are you tired of big city life and all you want is to relax in the forest? Join us for a landscape breathtaking Korouoma canyon!

Susimaa (in English “Wolfland”) is the Off-grid Wolfland in Northern Europe, Finnish Lapland - founded in 2017 by the owners Vállju & Kauni Susisydän. The owners once lived a worldly life in big cities – now the raise their family & work with their wolfdogs and farm animals (Goats, Sheep, Rabbits, Chickens, Quails) on their off-the-grid farm in the arctic woods of Lapland, becoming more and more self-sufficient year by year. The family life is simple and follows GODs will. Susimaa is a nature-friendly, responsible, real family business - No mass tourism takes place. The dogs – are wolfdogs (except for one), they are working dogs (hiking, (kick)biking, sled pulling). The dogs diet consists of natural food in form of real meat, bones and vegetables, grains & fruits. The dogs live in exceptional large enclosures with lots of space to roam, run & play. Big open spaces are a number one priority at Susimaa for all animals living here to allow the animals to behave as naturally as possible.

This full-day trip will offer you a great insight of local arctic animals, as you will visit two locations : one of the most authentic reindeer farms in Rovaniemi and the Ranua Wildlife Park. In all our excursions, our groups are limited to 8 travelers maximum. It it very important for us to provide you with the best experience as possible, and avoid mass tourism. This way, your guide will know you better and will be able to address all your needs and answer your questions. As we usually say : the smaller the group, the bigger the experience !