Korouoma Frozen Waterfalls tour from Rovaniemi: Small group hike

Walk into a canyon of ice formations between towering rocks and snowy trees

A small-group guided hike to Korouoma Canyon's frozen waterfalls, departing from Rovaniemi with hotel pickup included. The tour covers a 4–6 km walk through dramatic ice formations and canyon views, followed by a campfire BBQ with hot drinks. The 100 km scenic drive east through Lapland frames the day, and the guide speaks English, Russian or Finnish.

Step-by-step itinerary

Korouoma Frozen Waterfalls Hike and BBQ

• Hotel pickup in Rovaniemi
• Scenic 100 km drive to Korouoma
• 4–6 km guided hike at Korouoma Canyon
• Explore frozen waterfalls and ice formations
• Campfire BBQ with hot drinks
• Return to hotel

The experience

Korouoma Canyon sits 100 km east of Rovaniemi, and the drive there is a landscape in itself: rolling Lapland forest and open sky the whole way. Once you arrive, the hike begins through a winter landscape that looks like nothing else: towering ice formations in shades of blue and yellow hang between the canyon walls, shaped by the falling water underneath. The rocks are fearsome and close. The trees overhead are laced with snow. A 4–6 km walk takes you through the canyon floor, and the guide points out the geology and the seasonal shifts that make the ice forms possible only in winter.

After the hike, the group gathers at a campfire for a Lappish BBQ: warm food and hot drinks to thaw out. The pace is steady but not rushed, and the small-group format means the guide can adjust to the group's rhythm and answer questions as you walk. Hotel pickup from Rovaniemi is included, so there's no transport puzzle to solve on arrival.

What’s included

• Coffee and tea.
• campfire treats and Lappish BBQ.
• hotel pickup from Rovaniemi.
• guide throughout the hike.

Before you book

Days and timesTuesdayDeparts at 09:00

Book up to1d before

AgesAdult (12 and older) · Child (4 to 11 years) · Under 4: can't be booked

GroupUp to 15

Live guideEnglish, Finnish and Russian

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.You can choose from 18 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

Moderate physical effortPets welcomePublic transport nearbyNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with heart problemsNot recommended with back problems

Operated by Arktictopia

Is this one for you?The hike covers 4–6 km over rocky canyon terrain, so you'll need moderate fitness and sturdy footing, but the small-group pace lets the guide adjust to the group's speed and the campfire break gives time to recover before the drive home.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English, Russian and Finnish.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (4 to 11 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 is the Korouoma Canyon like in winter?

Korouoma Canyon fills with frozen waterfalls in winter, creating ice formations in shades of blue and yellow that hang between the canyon walls and rocks. The formations are seasonal and only appear when water freezes in place, so this landscape exists only during the coldest months.

How far is the hike, and what's the terrain like?

The guided hike covers 4–6 km through the canyon floor. The terrain is rocky and close between the canyon walls, so sturdy footing and moderate fitness are needed, but the pace is steady and the guide adjusts to the group.

What happens after the hike?

After the walk, the group stops at a campfire for a Lappish BBQ with hot drinks and warm food. This is where you warm up and rest before the drive back to Rovaniemi.

Does the tour include pickup from my hotel?

Yes, hotel pickup from Rovaniemi is included. The guide will arrange the meeting point when you book.