Finland · Photography

3-Hour Northern Lights Photography Tour in Rovaniemi with Campfire BBQ

3 Hours Round trip from Rovaniemi Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Witness the spectacular Aurora Borealis away from Rovaniemi's light pollution
02 Learn Northern Lights photography tricks from a professional photographer
03 Hear traditional Sami and Lappish legends around a birch-wood campfire
04 Enjoy a Lappish barbecue with reindeer sausage and hot blueberry juice

Join a professional photographer for a Northern Lights experience in the forests around Rovaniemi, far from the city's light pollution. Travel 20 km to 100 km in search of the Aurora Borealis, learn how the phenomenon forms, and hear traditional Sami and Lappish legends by the campfire. You can bring your own camera and get expert guidance on capturing the auroras, while the photographer also takes high-quality photos for you. Warm up with reindeer sausage, marshmallows, and hot blueberry juice, then receive your Northern Lights photos by email at no additional cost.

Marvel at the spectacular Northern Lights.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 3 Hours

Tour type Shared

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

City Rovaniemi

Languages Dutch, English, Finnish, French, Mandarin

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Aurora Borealis Photography in the Forest

Drive into a forest, away from the pollution and crowds of the city.
Listen to the ancient tales and legends surrounding the Aurora Borealis from your Rovaniemi tour guide, and learn how they are formed.
Get guidance on setting up your camera for the best shooting angles.
Marvel at the spectacular Northern Lights.
Enjoy camping delicacies like reindeer sausages and blueberry tea as you gather around the birch-wood fire.

Where this trip takes you

Aurora Borealis, forests around Rovaniemi, birch-wood campfire

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map — Round trip from Rovaniemi 1 city · 3 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

Guide in English (other languages available on request: Dutch, German, French, Italian, Spanish, Chinese)
Campfire BBQ: reindeer sausage, marshmallow, and hot blueberry juice (vegetarian/vegan alternative upon request)
Winter clothes (overall and boots)
Professional photos emailed to you
Pick-up and drop-off from selected hotels within 10 km of Rovaniemi city center

What to bring

Camera

Know before you go

The Northern Lights are a natural phenomenon dependent on weather and solar wind activity, and sightings are not guaranteed.
From December to the end of January, Rovaniemi experiences a very high level of tourist traffic, which is why we often have to form exceptionally large groups for this activity. For a more private experience, we recommend booking the Northern Lights Photography Tour - Small Group instead.
We offer pick-up from the following locations: Arctic TreeHouse Hotel, Hotelli Aakenus, Lapland Hotels Sky Ounasvaara, Santa Claus Holiday Village, Ounasvaara Lakituvat Chalets, Hostel Ibedcity, Motelli Rovaniemi, Apukka Resort, SantaSport, Santa's Igloos Arctic Circle, Nova Skyland Hotel, Lapland Hotel Ounasvaara Chalets, Hotel Rudolf, Nordic Unique Travels Office (Maakuntakatu 29, 96200 Rovaniemi, next to Subway), Grand Post Hotel Rovaniemi, Arktikum Museum, K-Market Kairatie, K-Supermarket Kauppatori, and Guesthouse Borealis.

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