Ice fishing in Pyhä-Luosto: Learn to catch fish through the ice

Sip hot drinks in serene Pyhä-Luosto while learning a timeless skill

Ice fishing activity at Pyhä-Luosto in Lapland where you drill a hole through the ice, learn fishing technique from an experienced guide, and try to catch fish on a frozen lake. The guide teaches the secrets of ice fishing, hot beverages are served throughout, and pickup from your hotel or cabin is included. Suitable for all fitness levels and children from age 3.

The experience

You start by being picked up from your hotel or cabin and driven to an easily accessible ice-fishing spot on a frozen lake near Pyhä-Luosto. The guide will show you how to drill through the ice and set up your line, then teach you how to read the water and position yourself for the best chance of a catch. This is not a spectator activity. You're doing the fishing yourself, learning the technique as you go.

The tour runs about two hours, which gives you time to drill, fish, and either land something or simply spend quiet time on the ice watching the line. Hot beverages are served to keep you warm while you wait. If you need cold-weather gear, the operator can provide it. The guide speaks English or Finnish, so language is not a barrier.

The activity suits everyone regardless of fitness level, and children from age 3 can join. If two hours doesn't fit your schedule or you want a longer, more specialized fishing experience, you can arrange a custom tour by contacting the operator directly.

What’s included

• Fishing equipment.
• hot beverages.
• pickup from your hotel or cabin.
• instruction from an English or Finnish-speaking guide.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDepartures at 09:10, 10:00 and 14:00

AgesAdult (13 and older) · Child (3 to 12 years) · Under 3: can't be booked

GroupUp to 12

Live guideEnglish and Finnish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.You can choose from 7 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

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Good to know

Low physical effortStroller-friendlyInfant seats availablePets welcomePublic transport nearby

Operated by Kairankutsu Oy

Is this one for you?Two hours leaves room for other activities earlier or later in your day, making this a morning or afternoon slot rather than a full-day commitment. If you want a longer, more intensive fishing experience or a custom schedule, the operator arranges tailored tours by request.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English and Finnish.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (3 to 12 years). Children under 3 can't be included in the booking.

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.

What fishing equipment do I need to bring?

Fishing equipment is provided as part of the activity, so you don't need to bring your own rods, lines or tackle. The guide supplies everything needed to drill the hole and fish.

Will I actually catch fish, or is this just a lesson?

Catching fish is the goal, though success depends on the day and conditions on the lake. You're fishing on a real frozen lake with real equipment, so a catch is possible but not guaranteed.

How cold is it, and what should I wear?

Pyhä-Luosto is in Lapland, so winter temperatures are well below freezing. Wear warm layers, a winter coat, insulated boots, gloves and a hat. Cold-weather gear can be provided by the operator if you need it.

What's included in the two-hour tour?

The tour includes hotel or cabin pickup, the drive to the fishing location, all fishing equipment, instruction from the guide, and hot beverages served on the ice.