Ice fishing on a frozen lake near Rovaniemi: Private location away from crowds

Drill a hole through the ice, wait for the tug, and fry what you catch by a Lappish fire

Ice fishing on a frozen lake near Rovaniemi is a 3.5-hour class where you learn to fish through a meter of ice on a private lake away from crowds, with hotel pickup, a wilderness guide in English, and a traditional campfire where you cook and eat your catch. You drill holes, set lines, photograph the winter landscape, and warm up with hot drinks and snacks between catches.

What’s included

• Ice fishing equipment.
• hotel pickup and minivan transportation to and from the lake.
• wilderness and photography guide in English.
• hot drinks and snacks at the campfire.
• cooked catch of the day if you fish successfully.
• edited photos from the day sent after the tour.
• warm clothing and winter boots provided if needed.

Times

• Every day 11:00

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Before you book

Group Up to 8 2 private ›

Live guide English Another language? ›

Meeting point and pickup Hotel pickup is optional; you can also go straight to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point. You can choose from 13 pickup points.

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Ages Adult (13 and older) · Child (4 to 12 years) · Under 4: can't be booked

Cancellation and refunds Free 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.

Good to know

Low physical effort Pets welcome Public transport nearby

Operated by Beyond Arctic

Prices and times updated 9 days ago

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The experience

How do you catch fish when they're hiding under a meter of ice? The minivan picks you up from your Rovaniemi hotel and drives 20 minutes into the quiet forest, where a short walk brings you to the private lake. A wilderness guide teaches you the basics of ice fishing (where to drill, how to set the line, what to watch for), and then you spend the afternoon on the ice itself, fishing and photographing the winter scenery around you. The lake is chosen specifically to keep crowds away, so you're working in peaceful nature rather than at a busy tourist spot.

Between fishing sessions, the guide sets up a traditional Lappish teepee and builds a campfire. You warm up with hot drinks and snacks, and if the fishing goes well, you'll fry your catch right there over the fire: a small reward for patience and luck. The guide collects photos from the day and sends you edited versions afterward, so you have a record of the light, the landscape, and the moment a fish actually bit.

Ice fishing equipment is provided, as are warm clothing and winter boots if you need them. Children from age 4 are welcome, and the activity suits all fitness levels. The main demand is sitting still and staying warm, not athleticism. The guide speaks English and handles the logistics, so you show up at your hotel ready to fish.

Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (4 to 12 years). Children under 4 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 do I actually do during the 3.5 hours on the lake?

You drill holes through the ice, set fishing lines, and wait for bites while the guide teaches you what to look for. Between active fishing, you photograph the winter landscape and warm up at the campfire with hot drinks and snacks. If you catch fish, you cook and eat them over the fire.

Is this a crowded group activity or a private experience?

The lake is a private location chosen to keep it away from crowds, so you fish in a quiet, peaceful setting rather than at a busy tourist spot. The group size and whether others join you depends on your booking option.

What happens if I don't catch anything?

The campfire, hot drinks, snacks, and photography happen regardless. Ice fishing is unpredictable, but the guide knows the lake and the season, and the experience is built around the full afternoon on the ice, not just the catch.

Do I need to bring my own warm clothes, or are they provided?

Warm clothing and winter boots are provided if you need them, so you can travel light. The minivan pickup from your hotel means you don't have to arrange transport or carry gear to the lake.