Hiking to Lampivaara Amethyst Mine in Pyhä-Luosto National Park from Rovaniemi

Explore the natural beauty of Pyhä-Luosto National Park on this guided hike to Lampivaara Amethyst Mine from Rovaniemi!

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From€135
7 hrs
Occasionally sporty
From 10 years-old and up
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Practical information

On this excursion, you'll depart from Rovaniemi and embark on a hiking trip to the Lampivaara Amethyst Mine in Pyhä-Luosto National Park.

Course of events
  • Arrive at the starting point in Rovaniemi (or pick-up from your accommodation, please specify when booking)
  • Meet the guide
  • Drive to Pyhä-Luosto National Park (approximately 1.5 hours)
  • Safety briefing
  • The hiking adventure begins!
  • Hike through the old forest
  • Arrive at Lampivaara Amethyst Mine
  • Guided tour and visit of the mine
  • Dig for amethyst stones
  • Stop for a break
  • Enjoy snacks and hot drinks around a campfire
  • Walk back through the park
  • Return drive to the original starting point in Rovaniemi (approximately 1.5 hours)
Activity requirements

Children must be accompanied by an adult.

This tour is not recommended for pregnant travellers, people with heart conditions, or those with limited mobility.

Special terms

Pick-up/drop-off from accommodations within an 8 km (5 mi) distance of Rovaniemi city centre is included. Please specify your location when booking.

Meeting point:
Arctic City Hotel, Pekankatu 9, Rovaniemi 96200, Finland (pick-up is available from accommodations in Rovaniemi, please specify when booking)
Spoken languages:English, French
Included
  • Guide
  • Transfers
  • Snacks
  • Hot drinks
  • Entrance to the mine
Do not forget to bring
  • Weather appropriate clothing
  • Wind/rainproof jacket
  • Hiking shoes
  • Hat
  • Sunglasses
  • Insect repellent
  • Sunscreen
  • Water