Snowmobile and Ice Fishing Adventure with Lunch Rovaniemi
Overview
This Rovaniemi adventure combines a guided snowmobile safari with a taste of Finnish outdoor life. You drive along frozen rivers and through forest to a quiet ice fishing spot, learn how to drill a hole and set up a rod, then share a Lappish outdoor soup lunch with hot drinks while your guide prepares the fire. Winter clothing and transfers from selected pickup points are included, and the trip lasts about five to six hours depending on the season. It suits couples, friends and families with older children.
Highlights
- A guided snowmobile safari along frozen rivers and through Lapland wilderness
- Try traditional ice fishing, from drilling the hole to setting the rod
- A Lappish outdoor soup lunch with hot drinks and biscuits
- Winter clothing and snowmobile instruction included
- Transfers from selected pickup points in Rovaniemi
- Two people per snowmobile, in a small guided group
- English-speaking guide who shares stories of Finnish outdoor life
Full Description
The snowmobile safari around Rovaniemi
The safari is the first half of the day, and it takes you out of town along frozen rivers and through snowy forest to a spot far from roads. Two people share each snowmobile, and your guide gives instruction before you leave. In the default Christmas season option the driving time is about two to two and a half hours; the winter season option is about an hour shorter.
If you are looking for a snowmobile safari in Rovaniemi with something extra, the fishing stop makes this a much fuller day than a plain ride.
Ice fishing in Lapland
Ice fishing is a real Finnish tradition, and here you try it for yourself. Your guide shows you how to drill a hole through the ice, prepare the rod and put on the bait, then leaves you to see what bites. It is quiet, patient and surprisingly absorbing.
Whether you catch anything is a matter of luck, and no fish is promised. Guests often say the calm of the frozen lake is the part they remember most. Sit still and watch the line: ice fishing rewards patience, and the quiet is part of the appeal. The guide stays close by to help with the rod and the bait.
The outdoor soup lunch
While you fish, the guide prepares a Lappish soup lunch on the fire, served with hot drinks and biscuits. Eating outdoors in the snow is part of what makes the day feel like Lapland, and the hot food is very welcome after the ride.
Please tell us about any dietary requirements when you book, for example vegetarian or gluten-free, so the lunch can be arranged. The fire and hot drinks make this a relaxed pause in the middle of the trip, so it is a good moment to chat with your guide about local life and Finnish outdoor habits.
Practical details
Winter clothing is included, and transfers pick you up from selected points in Rovaniemi. Drivers must be at least 18 and hold a valid driving licence. Children aged 4 to 14 ride seated in a sled behind the guide's snowmobile.
The total trip is about six hours in the Christmas season and about five hours in winter, when transport time is shorter. The booking panel shows which option is available on your date. Check the booking panel for which option runs on your date, since the Christmas season and winter season versions differ in length and in start time.
Itinerary
- PickupCollect from selected pickup points in Rovaniemi, with the departure at 09:00 or 10:00 depending on the season.
- Winter clothing and instructionDress for the cold and learn how to drive the snowmobile.
- Snowmobile safariRide along frozen rivers and through forest, with two people per snowmobile.
- Ice fishingDrill a hole and try your hand at traditional ice fishing.
- Outdoor soup lunchEnjoy a Lappish soup lunch with hot drinks and biscuits by the fire.
- Return to RovaniemiRide back and transfer to your pickup point.
What's included
- Winter clothing
- Transfers from selected pickup points
- Snowmobile instruction and safari, 2 persons per snowmobile
- Ice fishing
- Lappish outdoor soup lunch
- Hot drinks and biscuits
- English-speaking guide
Not included
- Tips
- Travel insurance
Not suitable for
- Infants aged 0 to 3
- Pregnant women
- People with a fragile musculoskeletal system
- Guests without a valid driving licence who want to drive
Meeting point
We pick you up from selected pickup points in Rovaniemi, and the exact point is confirmed after booking. The Christmas season option departs at around 09:00, and the winter season option at around 10:00.
Important information
- Drivers must be 18 or older and bring a valid driving licence
- Two people share one snowmobile; children aged 4 to 14 ride in a sled behind the guide
- The driver is responsible for damage to the snowmobile, with a personal excess; extra cover can be bought on site
- Winter clothing is provided; wear a warm base layer and thick socks
- Tell us about dietary needs, such as vegetarian or gluten-free, when you book
- Driving time depends on weather and the skills of the group
- Travel insurance is not included
- Smoking indoors is not allowed
Good to know
Frequently Asked Questions
Straight answers to what travellers ask us most, before they book.
How much does the snowmobile and ice fishing trip cost?
The price depends on the option you choose. The booking panel on this page shows the current price for each option, for adults and children.
Is hotel pickup included?
Transfers from selected pickup points in Rovaniemi are included in both options, and the exact point is confirmed after booking.
How long is the tour?
About six hours in the Christmas season option and about five hours in the winter season option, which is an hour shorter.
Is lunch included?
Yes, a Lappish outdoor soup lunch with hot drinks and biscuits is included. Let us know about dietary needs when you book.
Do I need a driving licence?
Yes, to drive. Drivers must be at least 18 and carry a valid licence. Others ride as passengers or in a sled.
Is it suitable for children?
Children aged 4 to 14 ride seated in a sled behind the guide. It is not suitable for infants aged 0 to 3.
Will I catch fish?
It is not guaranteed. Ice fishing is a matter of patience and luck, and the experience is about the tradition.
What should I wear?
Winter clothing is provided. Wear a warm base layer, thick socks and gloves you can move in.
What is the difference between the options?
The Christmas season option lasts about six hours because of longer transport, and the winter season option lasts about five. The activities are the same.
Can I book for today or tomorrow?
Yes, if places remain. Choose your date in the booking panel and it shows what is available.
