Finland
Finnish Lapland offers some of the most accessible and comfortable aurora viewing in the Arctic. The region’s well-developed tourism infrastructure: Glass-roofed igloos, heated cabins, guided tours and excellent transport links, makes it easy to combine Northern Lights viewing with a full winter holiday. Finland’s Lapland stretches from the Arctic Circle north to the Norwegian border, with dark skies and aurora activity across the entire region.
The range of locations suits different preferences. Rovaniemi, on the Arctic Circle, is the main gateway and home to Santa Claus Village. Levi is the largest ski resort with the most amenities. Luosto offers tranquil fell scenery and some of Finland’s darkest skies. Inari, further north, provides genuine wilderness and a deep connection to Sámi culture.
Beyond the aurora, Finnish Lapland is known for husky and reindeer safaris, snowmobile excursions, cross-country skiing, ice fishing and the Finnish sauna tradition. The autumn ruska season brings vivid fall colours to the fells, and the polar night period (kaamos) in midwinter offers weeks of blue twilight and long dark evenings ideal for aurora viewing.
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Inari
68°54'22"N, 27°1'40"E
Aurora probability in Inari: 4%
Inari, in the wilderness of Finnish Lapland, sits on the shores of one of Finland’s largest lakes. Its remote location within the auroral oval, rich Sámi culture and vast open landscapes make it one of Finland’s best spots for Northern Lights viewing.
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Levi
67°46'59"N, 24°52'22"E
Aurora probability in Levi: 3%
Levi is Finnish Lapland’s largest ski resort, offering dark skies and excellent aurora viewing alongside a full range of winter activities including skiing, snowmobile safaris and glass-roofed cabins for watching the Northern Lights in comfort.
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Luosto
67°7'59"N, 26°53'59"E
Aurora probability in Luosto: 2%
Luosto is a tranquil fell village in Finnish Lapland with some of the darkest skies in Finland. Surrounded by Pyhä-Luosto National Park and old-growth forests, it offers outstanding aurora viewing in a quiet, traditional Lapland setting.
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Rovaniemi
66°30'14"N, 25°43'45"E
Aurora probability in Rovaniemi: 2%
Rovaniemi, the capital of Finnish Lapland, sits on the Arctic Circle and is the region’s main gateway. Home to Santa Claus Village and the Arktikum museum, it combines Lapland’s cultural highlights with aurora viewing opportunities and easy access to the wilderness beyond.
Book an amazing adventure in Finland
Explore this selection of tours and activities to make the most of your visit to Finland.
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Northern Lights Rovaniemi: 100% Money-Back Guarantee & Photos
5.0 (32)
4 - 6 hours From £66.12
Experience a reliable Northern Lights hunt from Rovaniemi with an expert team focused on finding clear skies and real aurora visibility — backed by our simple promise: No aurora = No payment. We do not follow fixed loops, we chase conditions. Each night our route is planned from scratch using cloud data, solar forecasts, and road access so we can position ourselves in the best possible viewing locations. If the skies are open 120 km away, that’s where we go. On larger departures, we operate with a warm and comfortable heated coach bus and multiple guides to ensure smooth coordination, guest support, and photography assistance throughout the night. All departures are led by a trained Aurora photographer who documents the night with professional DSLR equipment and sends the edited photos digitally after the tour. Throughout the experience we keep you comfortable with warm berry juice and snacks served at our viewing spot.
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Santa Claus Village with Reindeer & Husky Ride
5.0 (17)
4 - 5 hours From £173.93
Begin your magical Lapland adventure at Santa Claus Village, one of the region's most iconic attractions. Meet Santa Claus in his official office, cross the Arctic Circle, and receive your official Arctic Circle Crossing Certificate. Enhance your visit with an optional 400-meter reindeer sleigh ride (operated on wheeled carts when snow conditions are limited) and a husky ride ranging from 800 meters to 2 km during the snowy season, or 500–1,000 meters on wheeled carts when there is insufficient snow. Whenever possible, we aim to offer the longer 2 km husky ride. From 6 December to 15 March, you can also visit Snowman World, where you can enjoy ice slides, ice skating, snow activities, and winter fun for all ages. Perfect for families, couples, and friends, this unforgettable Arctic experience captures the true magic of Finnish Lapland.
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Northern Lights Rovaniemi: Guaranteed Viewing & Unlimited Mileage
4.9 (2598)
8 hours From £121.49
Join Arctic GM’s award-winning Northern Lights hunt, recognized as part of the Best of the Best experiences on Tripadvisor. This small-group experience is built around one goal: maximizing your chances through distance, flexibility, and real-time decision-making. Operated by The Original Aurora Hunters®, our family has lived in Lapland since the 1600s, combining generations of local knowledge with continuous Aurora and weather tracking. There are no fixed routes or predefined locations. Your guide adapts the plan throughout the night, traveling long distances — including crossing the Swedish border when needed — to find clear skies. Supported by real-time updates from our large team across Lapland, this is a true Aurora hunt focused entirely on results. Professional photography is included, so you leave with high-quality images of your night under the Northern Lights.
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Lapland Reindeer Safari From Saariselkä
4.8 (46)
2 hours From £147.71
Experience the best of the Lapland wilderness on this 2-hour reindeer safari from Saariselkä. Wrap up against the cold and climb into your sled, then charge off into the snowy forests with a guide. During your 1-hour sled ride, enjoy sweeping views over the Lapland countryside and listen to the rhythmic sounds of the reindeer hooves in the snow. Warm up with a hot cup of coffee, then listen as a guide talks of the reindeers’ role in traditional Lappish culture. This tour includes round-trip travel from Saariselkä.
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10 km Authentic Husky Safari in the Taiga Forest – Family Kennel
4.8 (46)
4 hours 30 minutes From £200.15
Escape mass tourism and experience a truly authentic husky safari in the untouched taiga forest of Lapland. Drive your own husky sled on a 10 km wilderness trail, guided by professionals and hosted by a small family-run kennel where dogs are raised with care, respect, and love. ✔️ Small groups only ✔️ Hotel pickup included ✔️ No crowded routes or commercial loops Travelers choose this experience because it offers something increasingly rare in Lapland: ✔️ A genuine connection with the dogs ✔️ A peaceful ride through pristine wilderness ✔️ A personal, non-commercial atmosphere ✔️ Clear communication and well-organized transfers
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Lapland Reindeer and Husky Safari from Rovaniemi
4.5 (182)
3 hours From £191.41
This combined husky and reindeer package is specially designed for those who would like to get the most of Lapland in a short period of time. You will be taken to a reindeer farm and for a short visit and safari. After visiting the reindeer, you will meet huskies and enjoy of a husky ride before heading back to Rovaniemi.
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