'Arktis' Icebreaker Boat Cruise and Ice Floating Excursion in Kemi from Oulu

Discover what it's like to sail through a frozen sea and enjoy a couple of incredible adventures only available in this climate on an 'Arktis' icebreaker boat cruise and ice floating excursion in Kemi from Oulu! Recognized worldwide for its incredible SnowCaslte, which is rebuilt every year from the snow and ice that falls around the area, Kemi is bordered by the Bothnian Bay, the northernmost part of the Gulf of Bothnia that stands between Sweden and Finland. Due to the freezing conditions of the Nordic countries, which can drop to -30 degrees, the bay tends to freeze during the winter, and the icebreaker boats were Finland's solution to stay commercially viable during these difficult months.

On the day of your icebreaker boat cruise and ice floating excursion from Oulu, you will be picked up from one of 3 convenient locations around the city on a shuttle. From there, you will be driven to Kemi's SnowCastle area, and once you check in for the boat tour, you'll board a shuttle that will take you to the exclusive Veitsiluoto Port, only accessible to passengers with tickets to the icebreaker.

Next, the adventure truly starts! You'll board the Arktis, an icebreaker active for tourist functions since 2023, and sail off! You'll experience the unique pleasure of observing the broken pieces of ice behind the boat as you advance deeper into the Bothnian bay. You'll get to enjoy 3 hours of observing the stunning landscapes of the Bothnian Bay from the boat's heated lounges or outdoor decks. Midway through the experience, you'll make a stop, change into your insulated suit, and experience ice floating. You'll wade along the water with the broken ice behind the boat and enjoy the remote and frozen atmosphere of the sea. And if the sea is frozen enough, you might even get to walk on it.

Finally, you'll make your way back to Kemi where you'll get about one full free hour to explore the SnowCastle area. You can choose to buy tickets to the Snowcatsle or the gemstone exhibitions (not included) and once it's time, you'll be driven back to Oulu with incredible memories of this wonderful experience.

Keep in mind that, as mentioned above, temperatures in northern Finland can range from 5 to -30 degrees Celsius, so it is absolutely crucial to come prepared for the elements. Wool or thermal base layers, fleece middle layers, and wind and waterproof outerwear are recommended. You should also bring a thermal hat, gloves, a scarf, and anything else you might need (medication, snacks, etc.) to spend a safe and fun 10 hours on this Icebreaker boat cruise in Kemi from Oulu.

Don't miss out on a once-in-a-lifetime experience in the stunning Bothnian Bay on a unique boat. Book your 'Arktis' icebreaker boat cruise and ice floating excursion in Kemi from Oulu, today!