Northern Lights Hunting and Photography Tour in Rovaniemi
Chase the Northern Lights with a photographer who captures them for you
This small group Northern Lights tour departs from your Rovaniemi hotel at 20:00 and travels to a remote location away from city light pollution, where an expert guide explains the science and folklore of the Aurora while a professional photographer documents the display. All photos are delivered digitally in full quality to your email.
Step-by-step itinerary
Northern Lights Hunting and Photography
- Hotel pick-up at 20:00
- Travel to remote location
- Learn about Northern Lights science and folklore
- Photograph the Aurora with expert guidance
- Receive digital photos by email
What’s included
- Hotel pickup and return.
- snacks during the tour.
- professional photography of the Aurora with full-quality digital images delivered to your email.
- expert guide in English sharing knowledge of the Northern Lights' science and cultural significance.
Times
- Every day 20:00
Before you book
Operated by Visit Lapland Tours
Prices and times updated 6 days ago
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The experience
The tour picks you up from your hotel and drives to a quiet, remote site chosen to escape light pollution. The condition that lets the Aurora actually show. Once there, you settle into the Arctic night with snacks while your guide walks you through what you're watching: the physics of the solar wind, the folklore woven through Sámi and Finnish culture, the patterns that tell you when the lights might intensify. This is not passive waiting. You're learning the story of what's happening above you.
A professional photographer travels with the group and handles the technical work of capturing the Aurora against the night sky. The camera settings, the framing, the timing. That's their job. You get to stand in the moment without wrestling with exposure or ISO. Every shot is delivered to your email afterward in full quality, so you leave with images you can actually print and share, not phone-screen versions that flatten the whole night into a smudge.
The tour runs 3 to 4 hours. Your guide speaks English and knows the landscape and the lights well enough to explain what you're seeing as it happens. Hotel pickup means no navigation, no rental car, no guessing which direction to drive. You're collected and returned. Snacks are included to keep you comfortable during the wait for the Aurora to appear.
Is this one for you?This is a shared small group tour with a professional photographer handling the camera work, so it suits anyone who wants to experience the Aurora without managing technical photography themselves. If you prefer to operate your own camera or want a private vehicle and guide, look for a private Aurora tour option instead.
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Top questions
Can children come?
Yes. Ticket types: Child (3 to 13 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's the chance I'll actually see the Northern Lights on this tour?
The Aurora is a natural phenomenon and visibility depends on solar activity and cloud cover on the night you book. The guide will position the group in a location with the best conditions available that evening, away from light pollution, but no tour can guarantee the lights will appear. Many departures do see them. Some nights they don't show.
Do I need photography experience to get good shots on this tour?
No. The professional photographer on the tour handles the technical camera work and composition. Your role is to be present in the moment. You'll receive full-quality digital images by email after the tour, so you get professional-grade photos without needing to operate a camera yourself.
How cold does it get, and what should I wear?
Rovaniemi in the Northern Lights season is well below freezing, typically between minus 10 and minus 25 degrees Celsius depending on the month. Dress in warm layers, a heavy winter coat, insulated boots, a hat, gloves and a scarf. The tour involves standing outside for several hours, so cold-weather gear is essential.
Can I bring my own camera and take photos alongside the guide?
Yes. The professional photographer will be capturing images for the group, but you're welcome to bring your own camera or phone and photograph the Aurora as well. The guide can offer tips on settings if you ask, though the main photography support is provided by the tour's professional.
What happens if the Northern Lights don't appear on the night of my tour?
Visibility depends on conditions beyond anyone's control. The tour operates as scheduled and the guide will explain the Aurora's science and folklore regardless of whether the lights appear that night. Specific rebooking or refund policies depend on the operator's terms. Check your confirmation for those details.
Northern Lights Hunting and Photography Tour in Rovaniemi
3h–4h · EN
from € 120 per person
≈ US$ 136 in your currency
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