Observe the northern lights in a unique way from the Aurora Nest, a heated glass cabin with a WIFI connection made for your comfort. Enter the glasshouse and a snowmobile will bring you to the center of a peaceful ice lake. This is the best place to enjoy the beautiful aurora without any light pollution. From here you can lie down and relax while looking up to the sky. To finish the tour your guide will prepare you a delicious Finnish BBQ on a bonfire. Sip from your tasty local hot drink and look around the spectacular nature surrounding you.
Excursions & day trips
Northern lights hunt in Aurora glass cabin
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Do this because
- Observe the beautiful northern lights in a comfortable way
- Enjoy a relaxing ride in a moving glass cabin
- Taste a delicious traditional Lappish BBQ
- Get to see the aurora borealis dance in the sky
What to expect
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COVID-19 information
The following health and safety measures are in place, so you can relax and enjoy your experience. 
Visitor numbers are limited to reduce crowds The experience complies with government regulations Social distancing is enforced Areas frequented by visitors are regularly disinfected Hand sanitizers are provided for staff and visitors All gear/equipment is sanitized between use
What's included
Tour guide available in different languages
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Pick-up and drop-off for free from your hotel within a 16km radius of Rovaniemi city center
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Winter clothing (overalls, boots and gloves)
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Ride in a glass cabin with WIFI
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Campfire BBQ including reindeer sausage and blueberry tea, vegetarian and vegan option on request
What's not included
Pick-up and drop-off your hotel outside a 16km radius of Rovaniemi city center available for an extra fee
Pick-up and drop-off your hotel outside a 16km radius of Rovaniemi city center available for an extra fee
Reduced price
- Infant (0-4 years): free
- Child (4-14 years): reduced
Where
- Pick-up from Rovaniemi hotels only
Meeting point:
Check HERE the full list of pick-up locations in Rovaniemi. Please keep in mind that If your hotel is not mentioned on the list and you still wish to arrange the pick-up you will have to pay an extra fee on site.
What to remember
- A minimum of two persons is necessary for this tour to take place
- Children under the age of 14 years must be accompanied by a paying adult
- Live-guide is also available in Dutch, Finnish, German, French, Italian, Spanish and Chinese upon request
- Vegetarian and vegan meal options are available, please contact the local operator at least 48 hours before the event
- Please be ready 10-minutes before pick-up time
- Pick-up is available for free within a 16km radius of Rovaniemi, outside the radius pick-up is available for an extra fee.
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When
Daily at 8.00pm
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Provider
Nordic Unique Travels
Booking fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
Cancellation policy
Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 24 hours before the activity begins.
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