Arctic Ice Karting and Snowmobile Safari: Rovaniemi

Race on ice, then ride into the frozen forest.

Combine two separate Arctic activities in Rovaniemi on the same afternoon: an hour of ice karting on a river-bank track, followed by a two-hour snowmobile safari through frozen lakes and Lappish wilderness. The guide speaks English and leads both sessions. There's a break between activities and no lunch included.

The experience

You start at the Ice Resort on a river bank in Rovaniemi, where you'll get 20–25 minutes of racing time across two ice karting sessions on the frozen track. The setup is straightforward: you wear a balaclava and helmet, then drive the kart yourself. This is not a guided tour of the landscape. It's the thrill of speed on ice, the kind of thing visitors to Rovaniemi come specifically to try. Children under 140 cm ride in a sleigh behind the guide's snowmobile instead of driving the karts.

After a break, you head out on the snowmobile safari at 2 p.m. for two hours in the Lappish wilderness. You pilot your own machine through frozen lakes and past frosty trees, moving at a pace that works for beginners and experienced riders alike. The guide navigates the route and speaks English throughout both activities, so you understand what you're doing and where you're going. This is not a full-day program, and lunch is not part of it. Plan accordingly if you're hungry between the karting and the ride.

The timing works for a free afternoon: ice karting runs at 10 a.m. in December and January, or at noon in February and March, with the snowmobile safari always departing at 2 p.m. You'll need to arrange your own transport to the Ice Resort, though public transportation options exist nearby. The whole experience takes two and a half hours of actual activity time, with the gap between sessions built in.

What’s included

• Two ice karting racing sessions totaling 20–25 minutes of driving time.
• balaclava and helmet for karting.
• one hour of snowmobile driving through frozen terrain.

Before you book

Days and timesMondayDeparts at 09:30Last departure this season: 31 Oct

Book up to2d before

AgesAdult (12 and older) · Under 12: can't be booked

GroupUp to 15

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 11 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortStroller-friendlyPublic transport nearbyNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with heart problemsNot recommended with back problems

Operated by Access Lapland

Is this one for you?The guide speaks English, so you follow both activities comfortably even on your first time in Rovaniemi. The two-hour gap between ice karting and the snowmobile safari gives you flexibility to rest, eat or explore between the two, rather than rushing through a packed itinerary.

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Top questions

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

Can children participate in both the ice karting and the snowmobile safari?

Children under 140 cm cannot drive the ice karts, so they skip the karting session and instead ride in a sleigh behind the guide's snowmobile during the safari. Children 12 and older can participate in the snowmobile portion.

What's the difference between ice karting and a snowmobile safari in Rovaniemi?

Ice karting is a stationary track activity where you race on a frozen river for 20–25 minutes total driving time. The snowmobile safari is a two-hour wilderness ride where you pilot your own machine through frozen lakes and forest, covering ground across the Lappish landscape.

Is there time to eat between the two activities?

Yes, there's a break between the ice karting and the snowmobile safari. However, lunch is not included in this ticket, so you'll need to bring food or arrange a meal during the gap if you want one.

What time does each activity start?

Ice karting starts at 10 a.m. during December and January, or at noon during February and March. The snowmobile safari always departs at 2 p.m., giving you a two-hour gap between activities.

Do I need a snowmobile license to ride?

No license is required. The snowmobile safari is designed for beginners to advanced drivers, and the guide leads the route. You must be at least 12 years old to participate.