Levi: Northern Lights Photo Tour with Hot Drinks & Guide

Summary

Levi aurora night drive with photos hot drinks & local guide

You’ll bundle up in Levi’s deep winter night, riding out with a local guide who knows every shortcut to catch the northern lights. Warm drinks and cookies keep your hands busy while you wait for those first green ribbons overhead — plus you’ll get photos taken for you, so you can actually be in them for once. It’s not just about chasing auroras; it’s about sharing a strange, quiet joy under that huge sky.

What’s the experience like?

We piled into the van just after dinner, still zipping up our borrowed thermal suits — honestly, I felt like a marshmallow but it was worth it. Our guide, Sanni, grinned and handed out cookies as we bumped along the snowy roads outside Levi. She kept glancing at her phone for aurora forecasts and told us stories about her childhood here. The air inside smelled like wool and coffee; outside it was just cold and piney darkness. I kept pressing my face to the window, hoping for a first glimpse.

We stopped at a clearing where Sanni said she’d seen the northern lights last week. She set up her tripod and started fiddling with camera settings — she even showed me how to adjust mine (I definitely forgot half of it by now). Someone in our group tried to say “revontulet” (northern lights in Finnish) and Sanni laughed so hard she almost spilled her tea. When the sky finally shifted — just a faint green ribbon at first — everyone went quiet except for one guy whispering “is that it?” It was colder than I expected but somehow I barely noticed once those colors started moving.

Sanni snapped photos of us with the aurora behind — she called herself our “human selfie stick,” which cracked me up. The cookies were gone fast, but she had extra thermoses of hot berry juice (tasted like summer in the middle of all that snow). We didn’t talk much after that; mostly just watched the sky do its thing while our breath made little clouds in the air. Later, back at my cabin scrolling through Sanni’s photos on my phone, I realized I still smelled a bit like campfire and coffee. That part stuck with me more than I thought it would.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Northern Lights hunting and photography

• Drive to multiple viewing spots
• Guide takes photos of guests
• Learn night photography tips
• Enjoy hot drinks and cookies
• Watch for northern lights display

Top questions

Is hotel pickup included in this Levi northern lights tour?

No, hotel pickup is not mentioned as included; guests meet at a designated spot.

Are thermal clothes provided on the northern lights photo tour?

Yes, thermal clothing is included for all participants during the tour.

Do I need my own camera for night photography?

No, your guide will take professional photos and share them online; you can also bring your own camera if you want tips.

What happens if we don’t see the aurora during our tour?

The program can be rescheduled to another suitable day if you contact the front desk by 16:00 on activity day.

Are food or drinks included on this Levi aurora tour?

Yes, hot drinks like coffee or tea and tasty cookies are provided during the outing.

How long does this northern lights hunting experience last?

The exact duration isn’t specified but expect an evening outing driving to several viewing spots around Levi.

Is this tour suitable for children or infants?

Yes, specialized infant seats are available and all fitness levels are welcome.

Will I get digital copies of my photos from this tour?

Yes, you’ll receive an online link to access all photos taken by your guide during the experience.

What’s included

Your evening includes warm thermal clothing to borrow, hot drinks like coffee or tea alongside some pretty good cookies (trust me), plus professional photographs taken by your guide — delivered later via online link so you don’t have to worry about missing any shots yourself before heading back into town.