Aurora Ice Floating in Rovaniemi | Finland
Experience the Northern Lights in Finland by peacefully floating on an icy lake. Stay warm in insulated suits, offering a unique and relaxing way to witness the aurora borealis.
- Immerse yourself in the ethereal beauty of frozen lakes beneath the dancing Aurora Borealis
- Float in high-quality insulated suits as you watch the Northern Lights from icy lakes
- Experience the breathtaking dance of colors in the night sky as the Northern Lights paint a mesmerizing display
Product Info
— What You Can Expect —
Immerse yourself in the surreal experience of floating on a frozen lake beneath the captivating Northern Lights. Unwind your mind in this unique adventure at a private, secret venue near Rovaniemi, Finland. Float worry-free with high-quality insulated suits, providing full-body coverage and keeping you dry. With your own clothing beneath the suit, stay comfortably warm even in open 0-degree water.
Embrace the arctic ambiance, and if the weather is clear, witness the celestial beauty of stars and the possibility of marveling at the magnificent Northern Lights. Book your extraordinary night now!
— Additional Information —
Please note down your pick-up point in the booking:
- Santa Sport reception
- Apukka Resort reception
- Arctic Treehouse Hotel reception
- Santa Claus Holiday Village reception
- Santa's Igloos Arctic Circle reception
- Lapland Hotels Sky Ounasvaara reception
- Hotel Vartiosaari parking place
- Lakituvat pick-up point
- Nova Skyland Hotel reception
- Lapland Hotels Ounasvaara Chalets reception
- Glass Resort reception
- Vaattunki Wilderness Resort
- Safartica Office Rovaniemi
Float under the stunning Northern Lights
Stay dry and warm in high-quality insulated suits
Purchase Notice
- Please note, that this program is not suitable for small children, the minimum height for floating is 120 cm
- Each traveler will be given instructions before stepping into the water. No swimming skills are required, as the suit will keep you on the surface
- The Northern Lights are an unpredictable natural phenomenon and the evening safaris are made to give you a chance to observe them, but unfortunately, this cannot guarantee that they will appear
- Prices include transfers from/to accommodations from selected meeting points. Those who are accommodated in the city centre or in accommodations not listed can meet at the meeting point in the Safartica office or the nearest possible meeting point
- Winter clothing includes thermal overalls, winter boots, woollen socks, woollen scarf, beanie, and gloves. No thermal clothes are needed under the floating suits
- The meeting time for the safaris is always before the starting time of the safari. You will receive your meeting time and point upon confirmation
- Safari starts when the group is clothed and ready to go. Missed meeting time and points will result in a missed safari which will not be refunded
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How to Redeem Your Voucher
How to Use Your Voucher
- Please present the e-voucher on-site
Validity Period
- The voucher must be used on the selected date and within operating hours; Invalid after expiration
Pickup Point
Location Name: Meeting point: Safartica Office Rovaniemi
Address: 9 Koskikatu, Rovaniemi 96200, FICancellation Policy
- For cancellations made at least 3 day(s) prior to selected date, a cancellation fee of 5% will apply
- Cancellation is not allowed between 0–2 days from the selected date. Orders cannot be canceled or modified, and refunds will not be granted.
- Due to time zone differences, the confirmed cancellation date is based on the supplier’s local time. Please allow 2–5 business days to process your cancellation request, after which the cancellation fee will be charged according to the product’s cancellation policy. Once the cancellation is confirmed, you will receive your refund within 14 working days.
FAQ
The main public transportation in Rovaniemi city is the bus system, with routes covering the city center, Santa Claus Village, and other major attractions. Visitors can take buses to get around. For instance, you can take bus number 8 to Santa Claus Village. Additionally, the city area is quite compact, making walking a good way to explore the downtown. If you plan to visit more distant areas or require frequent travel, renting a car would be a more flexible option.
Yes, the Rovaniemi ice floating aurora experience usually includes round-trip transfer services from city hotels or designated meeting points. This service is designed to conveniently take travelers to ice lake locations away from city light pollution, so you don't have to worry about transportation arrangements and can enjoy aurora viewing more easily. We recommend carefully confirming if the tour provides this service and the detailed scope of the transfers before booking.
Viewing auroras within Rovaniemi city will indeed be affected by light pollution. City lights significantly reduce the visibility and brightness of the auroras. Even during strong aurora activity, you might only see faint glows in the city. For the best aurora viewing experience, it is strongly recommended to go to areas outside the city lights with open views, such as the outskirts or lake areas, like the locations for the ice floating aurora experience.
The unique aspect of the Rovaniemi ice floating aurora experience is that you get to wear a special insulated survival suit and float comfortably and safely on the frozen lake, gazing upwards at the auroras. Compared to viewing while standing or chasing the auroras by vehicle, this experience offers an extremely relaxing and immersive way to appreciate the ethereal beauty of the dancing lights under the tranquil lake and starry sky, achieving a sense of peace and unique visual enjoyment.
Yes, the Rovaniemi ice floating aurora experience provides professional thermal survival suits. These suits are specifically designed for cold environments and offer excellent insulation, effectively blocking the low temperatures of the frozen lake to keep you warm and comfortable while floating. They also provide sufficient buoyancy for safe support, allowing you to float freely and at ease in the water.
Rovaniemi's location on the Arctic Circle makes it an excellent place for viewing the Northern Lights due to its high latitude. This means that during the aurora-active season, Rovaniemi is within the auroral oval, where the probability of auroras appearing is relatively high. Furthermore, the surrounding forests and frozen lakes, far from light pollution, offer open and dark skies, which are ideal for outdoor aurora observation activities like ice floating, significantly increasing the chances of a successful viewing.
Auroras are a natural phenomenon, and there's no 100% guarantee of seeing them. Most ice floating aurora experience tours clearly state that refunds are typically not provided if auroras cannot be seen due to weather conditions or poor aurora activity. However, some operators may offer rescheduling or alternative activities if extreme weather is forecast before departure. We advise you to carefully review the tour's aurora viewing guarantee terms before booking.
The best season for the Rovaniemi ice floating aurora experience is typically from late autumn to spring, roughly from late September to March. During this period, the nights are long and dark, and the cold is usually sufficient to freeze the lakes, making it ideal for ice floating. The prime viewing time is generally at night, especially between 9 PM and 2 AM, when aurora activity is often more frequent.
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