Rovaniemi: Aurora Hunt - Free Photos, 100% Guaranteed

Name: "Rovaniemi: Aurora Hunt - Free Photos, 100% Guaranteed"
Brand: GetYourGuide
Price: 79.47 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.83 (721 reviews)

4.8 (721 verified reviews)

Green Northern Lights shimmering over a snowy forest on a Rovaniemi aurora hunt

Small group watching the aurora from a dark-sky spot near Rovaniemi

Vivid aurora borealis reflected above frozen Lapland trees

Free tour photo of travelers beneath the Northern Lights

Star-filled Arctic sky lit by green auroral bands

About This Experience

Join a small-group aurora hunt that adapts every evening to the best weather and viewing conditions. Tours last 5–8 hours, and experienced local guides monitor the daily forecasts to choose the most promising spots — a strategy that gives them an excellent success rate of over 95%.

Two options are available. The group tour departs at 7:00 PM from a central meeting point at Korkalonkatu 23, next to the Pub Uitto bus stop, and drives out to the best dark-sky locations. The small-group option adds private pickup directly from your accommodation, with the exact time and address confirmed before 3:00 PM on the day of the tour.

In both cases you'll travel away from town lights with a guide who knows where the aurora is most likely to appear, and free photos mean you come home with images of the night even if you only brought a phone.

Highlights

Over 95% aurora success rate with experienced local guides
Choice of 7:00 PM group tour or private small-group pickup
Free photos of you under the Northern Lights
Guides adapt the route each evening to the best conditions
Central Rovaniemi meeting point, easy to reach on foot

What's Included

✓ English-speaking local guide
✓ Transport to Northern Lights viewing spots
✓ Free photos
✓ Hot drinks
✓ Private pickup (small-group option)

Not Included

Dinner
Personal winter clothing beyond provided gear
Gratuities

What to Bring

Warm layered clothing
Hat, gloves and scarf
Winter boots
Camera or phone (optional)

Good to Know & Caveats

The aurora is never guaranteed on a specific night; the guarantee covers a re-try or refund per the operator's terms
Group tours depart 7:00 PM unless conditions require a change
Small-group pickup details are sent before 3:00 PM on tour day
Dress warmly for time spent outdoors in the cold

Not Suitable For

Travelers who can't spend several hours outside in sub-zero temperatures

Meeting Point

Korkalonkatu 23, next to the Pub Uitto bus stop, central Rovaniemi (private hotel pickup on the small-group option).

What Travelers Say

Rated 4.8/5 by 721 verified GetYourGuide travelers.

The excursion went really well. Our guide, Dennis, was very knowledgeable and took us to northern Finland. We weren't sure we'd see any, but he found a spot where the sky was clear and the moon was hidden by clouds. We were able to see magnificent Northern Lights twice. The guide explained a lot about the aurora borealis and was also very friendly. We thoroughly enjoyed the trip! The vehicle was a
— Anastassia, 2026-04

The experience was really nice and the guides were very charming!
— Daniel, 2026-03

we were able to see many northern lights, i never seen like that exciting night. and staffs were so kind, we passed wonderful experience.
— NAMI, 2026-03

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the difference between the group and small-group tours?

The group tour meets at 7:00 PM at Korkalonkatu 23. The small-group option adds private pickup from your accommodation, with the time confirmed before 3:00 PM on the day.

What's the chance of seeing the aurora?

Guides report a success rate of over 95% thanks to daily forecast tracking and mobile viewing spots, though the lights are a natural phenomenon and can't be promised on any single night.

Are photos included?

Yes — free photos of you under the Northern Lights are part of the tour.