Northern Lights hunt Rovaniemi: Guaranteed sighting or 75% refund

Drive into the dark to hunt the aurora, then take home the shots

A Northern Lights tour from Rovaniemi that chases clear skies across Lapland in a comfortable van with a professional photographer and guide, traveling up to 300+ km one way if needed. The tour includes hotel pickup, snacks, and professional photos delivered within 36 hours. If you don't see the lights, you get 75% of your money back, no questions asked.

Step-by-step itinerary

Northern Lights Hunt in Lapland

• Depart between 17:00 and 19:00
• Travel 50-120 km to dark spots
• Visit 2 to 3 viewpoints
• Enjoy brownie and berry tea
• Photographer captures Northern Lights
• Return around 02:00 to 05:00

What’s included

• Hotel pickup and drop-off within 20 km of Rovaniemi centre.
• professional photography service with all images delivered within 36 hours.
• snacks and soft drinks throughout the night.
• a live guide speaking English, Persian or Turkish.
• the Northern Lights guarantee: 75% refund if the aurora doesn't appear.

Times

• Every day 18:00

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Before you book

Group Up to 8

Live guide English, Persian and Turkish 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 40 pickup points.

Ages Adult (17 to 64 years) · Senior (65 to 80 years) · Youth (6 to 16 years) · Child (3 to 5 years) · Infant (under 3)

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 Infant seats available Public transport nearby

Operated by Lapin Taivas Arctic Expeditions

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The experience

The van leaves your hotel between 17:00 and 19:00, heading out into the darkness wherever the sky is clearest. This is not a fixed-route tour: the guide reads cloud cover and solar wind data throughout the day and decides the direction in real time, sometimes driving 100 km one way, sometimes 350 km, to find the darkest spot far from city lights. You'll stop at two or three viewpoints chosen from over 100 mapped locations across Finnish and Swedish Lapland. The drive itself is part of the hunt. The van is spacious enough to stay comfortable over hours on the road, and brownie and berry tea come along to keep you warm while you wait for the lights to move.

A professional photographer travels with the group, using weather data and specialized cameras to capture the aurora when it appears. All photos are delivered to your email within 8 to 72 hours after the tour ends. The tour usually wraps around 02:00 to 05:00, though the exact timing shifts with weather. You'll get an email by 16:00 on the day of your tour confirming the departure time and any adjustments needed. The 93% success rate during the 2025–26 season reflects how seriously the operation pursues clear skies instead of sticking to a schedule.

If the Northern Lights don't appear despite the hunt, you receive 75% of your payment back with no questions asked. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included for locations within 20 km of Rovaniemi centre, and the group stays small enough that the van doesn't feel crowded during the long drive.

Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English, Persian and Turkish.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Youth (6 to 16 years); Child (3 to 5 years); Infant (under 3).

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.

How far do you actually drive to find the Northern Lights on this tour?

The van travels at least 50 km one way, but usually around 120 km, and can go up to 300+ km or even 350 km in one direction if that's where the clearest skies are. The route changes every night based on cloud cover and weather data, so there's no fixed path. The goal is finding the best viewing conditions, not following a set itinerary.

What happens if I don't see the aurora on the night of my tour?

You get 75% of your money back automatically, with no questions asked. The guarantee reflects the operator's confidence in the 93% success rate during the 2025–26 season and the commitment to chasing clear skies rather than staying in one spot.

When does the Northern Lights tour start and end?

Tours usually start between 17:00 and 19:00 and end around 02:00 to 05:00, though the exact times shift depending on weather conditions. You'll receive an email by 16:00 on the day of your tour confirming the departure time and any changes needed to chase the best sky.

Will I get photos of the Northern Lights if they appear?

A professional photographer travels on the van and captures the aurora with specialized equipment. All photos are delivered to your email within 8 to 72 hours after the tour. You don't need to bring a camera or worry about getting the shot yourself.

Does the tour include pickup from my hotel?

Yes, hotel pickup and drop-off are included for accommodations within 20 km of Rovaniemi centre. The guide will confirm your pickup time when you receive the weather update email on the day of the tour.

What should I bring or wear for a Northern Lights hunt?

Bring warm winter clothing. The van is comfortable but you'll be outside waiting for the lights. The tour includes snacks and hot berry tea to keep you warm. Winter overalls and specialized gear are not provided, so dress in layers you're prepared to stand in for extended periods in the cold.