Try one of Finland's beloved and traditional winter activities and immerse yourself in the great outdoors on this ice fishing excursion from Rovaniemi!
Nature lovers and outdoor adventurers take note, this family-friendly, 3.5-hour ice-fishing excursion from Rovaniemi is one of the best ways to enjoy winter in northern Finland! Welcoming beginners and explorers ages 3 and up.
Rovaniemi is located in northern Finland and is celebrated for its Arctic wilderness, proximity to the Arctic Circle, as well as being the official home town of Santa Claus with a bustling and festive Santa Claus Village. When visiting Finland in the wintertime, an ice fishing excursion from Rovaniemi with an experienced angler is an amazing way to learn new skills, have fun, and immerse yourself in the stunning winter landscapes of Finnish Lapland!
The adventure begins at one of the listed meeting points in Rovaniemi (please see 'special terms' and specify when booking), where you'll be greeted by your friendly and seasoned English and Spanish-speaking guide. After a safety and itinerary briefing, you and your small group will depart on the short but scenic transfer to one of Finland's many remote frozen lakes. Upon arrival, you'll receive an introduction to ice fishing, ice fishing equipment, and ice fishing techniques.
Now, the ice fishing excursion from Rovaniemi truly starts! After helping drill a hole in the thick ice, you'll try your luck and cast your line into the icy waters while savouring the serenity of nature. While ice fishing does require patience, is an excellent and ancient way to enjoy winter. If you do reel in one of the nation's diverse species of fish, your guide will help you clean it and cook it over a crackling fire onshore.
Even if you don't catch a fish, you'll be treated to freshly cooked salmon, flatbread, and hot drinks. An excellent way to warm up on cold winter days in Finnish Lapland! After a memorable day outdoors, you'll return to the original departure point with a newfound love of ice fishing and lifelong memories of this guided ice fishing excursion from Rovaniemi!
For an authentic winter experience in Finland, don't miss this fun-filled ice-fishing excursion from Rovaniemi!
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Practical information
- Pick up from one of the listed meeting points in Rovaniemi (please see special terms and specify when booking)
- Meet your experienced guide
- Safety and itinerary briefing
- The adventure begins!
- Scenic transfer to a remote lake
- Arrival
- Introduction to ice fishing, ice fishing equipment, and ice fishing techniques
- Drill a hole in the ice with the help of your guide
- Cast your line!
- Campfire BBQ lunch
- Return to the original departure point in Rovaniemi
Please be advised that all children must be accompanied by an adult.
A minimum of 2 participants (x2 adults) is required to run this excursion.
Please note that pick-up is offered from the following locations (please specify when booking):
- Arctic City Hotel
- Arctic TreeHouse Hotel
- Hostel Café Koti
- Hotelli Aakenus
- Korkalonkatu 26 (in the city centre, next to the Scandic Polar Hotel)
- Lapland Hotel Sky Ounasvaara
- Lapland Hotels Ounasvaara Chalets
- Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna, Rovaniemi
- Rovaniemi Airport
- Santa Claus Holiday Village
- Scandic Rovaniemi City
- Snowman World (in Santa Claus Village)
If you have any dietary restrictions, please indicate them when booking.
Pick-up begins 10-60 minutes prior to the departure time.
The excursion's duration ranges from 3-4 hours and includes transfers.
- Professional Instructor
- Hotel transfers from select locations
- Campfire BBQ
- Ice fishing equipment
- Warm clothing
- Winter boots
- Winter coat
- Snow pants
- Warm underlayers
- Winter boots
- Wool socks
- Hat
- Scarf
- Gloves
- Water
- Snacks
- Camera
- Small backpack