Rovaniemi, Lapland
Lapland,
done properly.
Aurora hunts, Arctic wildlife, frozen waterfalls — small groups, real conditions, never more than 6 guests. Every day is built around what's actually happening in the sky and on the ground.
6
Max guests per hunt
4.9
TripAdvisor rating
4h
Average hunt duration
24h
Free cancellation
100%
Sighting focus
The Approach
Not a tour.
A hunt.
Most Lapland tours follow a fixed route on a fixed schedule, whether it's aurora, wildlife, or ice. Conditions don't work that way.
ScandiXplore days are built around what's actually happening — KP index and cloud cover for aurora, animal activity at Ranua, ice conditions at the waterfalls. The route adapts. Nothing is forced to fit a script.
Small groups of maximum 6, on every tour. No crowds, no bus, no compromises.
What's Available
Choose your Lapland
Private hunts and custom dates available on request. Maximum 6 guests per hunt.

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Bespoke Lapland Days
Build your own day in Lapland — pick the stops, we build the route and the price. Aurora, wildlife, ice, husky farms, wherever you want to go.

02
Frozen Waterfalls Photography Hunt
A guided walk to Lapland's frozen waterfalls — ice formations, frozen rapids, and photography guidance included. Max 6 guests.

03
Northern Lights Hunt
Small group hunt — maximum 6 guests...

04
Ranua Wildlife Park & Northern Lights
A day trip to see polar bears, wolves and Arctic wildlife at Ranua, paired with an evening aurora hunt on the way back. Max 6 guests.
How It Works
What to expect
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Pick a day and book
Choose your tour and date — we'll tell you honestly what conditions look like and help you pick the best day of your stay.
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We read the conditions
Cloud cover and KP index for aurora, animal activity at Ranua, ice safety at the waterfalls. The route is decided by what's actually happening, not a script.
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The tour
Pickup in central Rovaniemi, then we go where the day is best — sometimes 10 km, sometimes 150. Hot drinks and patience included on every hunt.
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Your photos, within 36 hours
Professional photos of you on the tour, processed and delivered within 36 hours.
Common Questions
Everything you need to know
How small are the groups?
Maximum 6 guests per tour, always. One van, one guide, room for everyone at every stop. We never merge groups or add seats.
What if we don't see the aurora?
We're honest before you book: if the forecast for your night looks poor, we'll tell you and help you move to a better night. On the hunt itself we stay out while there's a realistic chance — we don't drive back at a fixed hour if the sky is about to open.
Where do the tours meet?
We pick you up in central Rovaniemi — hotel or a nearby meeting point agreed after booking. Drop-off is back in the centre at the end of the tour.
What should I wear?
More than you think. Thermal base layer, wool mid-layer, windproof outer layer, warm boots, hat and gloves. In deep winter we're outside at -15 to -25 °C for stretches. We carry hot drinks and can advise on rentals if you're travelling light.
What languages are the tours in?
English, Portuguese and Spanish — guided natively in all three, not translated.
Do I need a camera?
No. Your guide is a professional photographer and shoots portraits of you on the tour, delivered within 36 hours. If you bring your own camera or want to try with your phone, you'll get hands-on help with settings.
Are the tours suitable for children?
Depends on the tour. Ranua and the frozen waterfalls run in daylight and suit most children. Aurora hunts run late (typically 21:00–01:00) and involve waiting outside in the cold — children who can handle that are welcome. Ask us about private tours if you'd like a schedule adapted to your family.
What is the cancellation policy?
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the tour. If we cancel due to hopeless conditions, you get a full refund or a free move to another day.
Can I combine tours or build my own day?
Yes — see Bespoke Lapland Days. Tell us what you'd like to see and we'll build a route and a price around it, often combining wildlife, aurora, and ice in one day.
Get In Touch
Private hunts & enquiries
For private experiences, custom dates, or any questions before booking — send a message and we'll get back to you within 24 hours. To book a standard hunt, use the booking buttons on each tour above.
Aurora Journal
15 July 2026
When Is the Best Time to See the Northern Lights in Rovaniemi?
An aurora guide's honest answer — which months, which hours of the night, and why the moon and cloud cover matter more than the KP index.
10 September 2026
What the KP Index Actually Means (And Why We Check It Every Night)
A plain explanation of the KP index, what it actually measures, and why it's not the only number that matters for seeing the aurora.