Quad Biking under the Northern Lights in Rovaniemi

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Spoken languages: English
Minimum age: From 10 years-old and up
Cancellation policy: flexible More info

Activity description

Ride an ATV across the Lappish landscapes in Rovaniemi while searching for the mystical Northern Lights.

Rovaniemi is the largest city of Lapland, located in northern Finland. The area features stunning natural landscapes, including snowy forests, mountains and frozen lakes. Finnish Lapland is situated in the heart of the "Aurora Zone," making it possible to witness this rare natural occurrence regularly. 

This quad bike tour takes place after sunset, when Lapland is engulfed in darkness. You will start by meeting your guide at the base camp in Rovaniemi (pickup is available within a 15km driving distance). The experienced guide will teach you how to ride the ATV and give you a safety briefing. Quad bikes will be driven in pairs (twin riding), with one driver and one passenger and the opportunity to switch midway. Once you are set up on the bike and have your equipment, the adventure begins!

The expert guide will show you the greatest snow-covered routes in the heart of the Arctic wilderness. You will ride past snowy trails and the wild untouched nature. Away from the harsh lights of the city, you will have the best chance of witnessing the amazing Aurora Borealis.  While waiting for the spectacular Northern Lights to appear, explore the starry sky for notable constellations. 

Midway through the excursion, you will stop to admire the dancing lights. Hot blueberry juice and traditional gingerbread snacks will be served for you to enjoy while you warm up. The guide will share some insights with you about life in the Arctic wilderness and stories about the ancient Northern Lights. After, you will venture back through the Lappish landscape before returning to Rovaniemi.

This adventurous quad biking tour under the magical Northern Lights is an enjoyable way to discover the wild nature of Rovaniemi in Finnish Lapland.

Offer Description

Pick-up/drop-off to your hotel/accommodation within a 15 km driving distance from Rovaniemi city centre is included. Please contact your instructor to arrange.

Departure time may vary depending on the seasons and availability, please kindly check the email you receive for the exact pick-up time and pick-up location.

Course of events

- Pick-up from your accommodation or meet at the starting point in Rovaniemi

- Receive equipment and safety briefing

- The quad biking adventure begins!

- Ride the ATV for approximately 1 hour 

- Break for hot drinks and snacks around a campfire

- Admire the Northern Lights

- Return to starting point and transfer back to Rovaniemi

Activity requirements

Quad bike drivers must hold a full, valid driver's licence (original or electronic copy).

For safety reasons, the minimum height requirement for this activity is 150 cm (4'9").

Special terms

Please be advised that as the Northern Lights are a natural phenomenon, their presence can never be guaranteed.

At least 2 people are required for this tour to take place on weekdays and Saturdays.

At least 4 people are required for this tour to take place on Sundays and public holidays.

If the anticipated number is not reached, you will be offered a refund or the chance to reschedule.

Please be ready and wait in your hotel lobby 10 minutes prior to your scheduled pickup time.

Guide in English (other languages available on request: Dutch, German, French, Italian, Spanish, Chinese)

Included
  • Guide
  • Transfer from accommodation
  • Winter overalls
  • Winter boots
  • Helmet
  • Balaclava
  • Gloves
  • Hot drinks
  • Snacks
Do not forget to bring
  • Warm layers of clothing
  • Hat
  • Scarf
  • Woolen socks
  • Driver's license
  • Camera
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Meeting point
Accommodation transfers included - alternatively, please meet at Maakuntakatu 29-31. (Next to the Subway) 96200 Rovaniemi Finland Get directions

Cancellation policy

Cancellation 4 days or more prior to the agreed activity date
You will be automatically refunded for the full amount for the activity
4 days
Cancellation between 48 and 96 hours prior to the agreed activity date
You are entitled to a 50% refund
48 hrs
Cancellation 48 hours or later prior to the agreed activity date
No refund will be possible
Weather Guarantee
Regardless of the date, if the activity is cancelled due to bad weather conditions, you will be offered a refund or the chance to reschedule