- Rovaniemi - Driving northbound (20-30mins) into the Arctic Circle is where the adventure begins as your guide helps you strap in your snowshoes and shows you the skills and way over the heavy snow. From then on traveling will be by foot, traversing through virgin forest to the frozen lake destination. Learn how to ice fish by learning how to drill your fishing hole with your guide. Learn how to use other special tools, and learn some local techniques on how to catch fish. As you enjoy the peace of ice fishing, your guide will turn back to the bank of the forest to start a fire and later a light lunch of smoked salmon. Grilling your catch from the lake is also possible although many opt for catch and release.
- Ice fishing experience on a frozen arctic lake
- Complimentary pickup and return to your accommodation
- Provided thermal overalls, snowshoes, and ice fishing gear
- Snowshoe trek through pristine arctic wilderness
- Traditional Lappish barbecue lunch with smoked salmon
- Exclusive small group experience (maximum 8 people)
- Professional guiding services
Embark on an expedition into the Arctic Circle, venturing northwards for 20-30 minutes, where your guide will assist you in strapping on your snowshoes and instruct you on navigating through dense snow. The journey then continues on foot, navigating woodland untouched by humans, eventually leading to our frozen lake destination. Here, your guide will introduce you to ice fishing, teaching you how to create your fishing hole using a drill. You’ll also gain familiarity with other specific tools and pick up local fishing tricks. While you engage in peaceful ice fishing, your guide will make a fire in the nearby forest area and prepare a light smoked salmon lunch. You have the option to grill your freshly caught fish, although many prefer the catch and release strategy.
Please note: Sleds (toboggans) are available for any children too small to wear snowshoes.
- Animals or pets allowed
- Duration includes the transfer and clothes changing time. Pick up service is included if the distance from pick up point to Sunny Safari Office is within 8km. Thermal overalls, winter boots, winter gloves and woolen socks are provided.
- Meeting time of our safari is always before the starting time of the safari if you need pick-up services. You will receive your meeting time and meeting point upon confirmation or by e-mail. Failure to participate in the safari due to missed meeting time or meeting point will not be refunded.
- Operated in Rovaniemi each year from November 16 to April 12 next year (weather permitting). The minimum number of participants for each safari is 2 full paying adults’ price.
- Please let us know in advance when you book the safari if you have special dietary requirements. (Eg: vegetarian, gluten-free, etc.)
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
