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Hunting Northern Lights by Snowmobiles - Saariselkä
A 4 h northern lights tour from Saariselkä by Lapland Welcome Oy, shared with up to 14 travellers. From 216 USD per person, rated 4.3 out of 5 from 24 reviews on the booking site and Tripadvisor.
In short
Hunting Northern Lights by Snowmobiles is a 4 h aurora tour from Saariselkä, shared with up to 14 travellers, run by Lapland Welcome Oy. It costs from 216 USD per person and is rated 4.3 out of 5 by 24 travellers. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. Before booking, check the aurora probability over Saariselkä and the Kp forecast lower on this page.
On this page
1What the operator says
Experience the thrill of snowmobiling through Lapland after dark on a nighttime safari across snowy forests and gentle fell landscapes. Following easy trails beneath the Arctic sky, you’ll ride far from artificial lights into remote wilderness — ideal conditions for Northern Lights searching.
Feel the excitement of driving through silent, snow-covered scenery where frosted trees open into wide sky-viewing areas. The combination of adventure, Arctic silence, and riding beneath the stars makes this a truly unforgettable experience. While the Aurora Borealis is a natural phenomenon and sightings cannot be guaranteed, the remote location offers excellent opportunities when conditions are favorable.
During the journey, we stop at a carefully selected forest location to light a fire and enjoy light snacks. Warm up, relax, and hear your guide share stories about the Northern Lights and life in the Arctic.
Operator listing, read on 9 Oct 2026. Prices are starting prices and change with the date.
2What the price covers
Included
- Winter adventure gear and helmet
- Organizer's liability insurance
- Hot drinks and light snacks by open fire
- Guidance services
- Approx. 2 h snowmobile driving
- Transportation
Not included
- Solo driving available for an additional fee
- Ivalo transfer available for an additional fee
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
3Itinerary
- Arctic snowy forest and hidden gem
4Group size, pickup and languages
- Shared with up to 14 travellers
- Hotel pickup or meeting point, chosen at booking
- Guide languages: English
- Booking size: 1 to 10 travellers
- Operator: Lapland Welcome Oy
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Please inform us in advance if you have any dietary restrictions or food allergies.
- Valid driving license needed for the driver, bring it with you.
5Aurora over Saariselkä tonight
The probability below comes from the NOAA OVATION model for the current forecast hour. The Finland page has the Kp Saariselkä needs and the 3-day forecast.
Data: NOAA SWPC, fetched 11:40 UTC. Aurora probability by destination from the NOAA OVATION model, forecast for 9 Oct, 12:52 UTC. Aurora also needs a dark and clear sky. Kp needed: NOAA puts the edge of the auroral oval at about 66° geomagnetic latitude for Kp 0, 2° closer to the equator per Kp level. Geomagnetic latitude from the WMM2025 dipole pole (NOAA NCEI).
6Other northern lights tours in Saariselkä
| Rating | Booking site | Tripadvisor |
|---|---|---|
| 5 stars | 6 | 11 |
| 4 stars | 0 | 3 |
| 3 stars | 1 | 0 |
| 2 stars | 0 | 1 |
| 1 star | 1 | 1 |
Source: Viator, operator listing 57914P72, checked on 9 Oct 2026.
Frequently asked questions
How much does Hunting Northern Lights by Snowmobiles in Saariselkä cost?
From 216 USD per person. That is the starting price set by the operator for the cheapest option on the listing, and the final price depends on the date, the group size and the options chosen at checkout.
How long does Hunting Northern Lights by Snowmobiles in Saariselkä last?
4 h according to the operator listing. Northern lights tours leave in the dark hours and often return after midnight, so the duration counts from pickup or the meeting point.
Is Hunting Northern Lights by Snowmobiles in Saariselkä private or shared?
It is shared with up to 14 travellers. The operator sets this on the listing, so the figure here is read from the catalogue and not estimated.
What is the cancellation policy for Hunting Northern Lights by Snowmobiles in Saariselkä?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. The exact wording and any weather clause are on the listing at the time of booking.
What Kp index does Hunting Northern Lights by Snowmobiles need to see the northern lights from Saariselkä?
Saariselkä needs Kp 1 or more by the NOAA rule used on this site, and a dark, clear sky. The live probability over Saariselkä is shown on this page and refreshes every 15 minutes.
Who runs Hunting Northern Lights by Snowmobiles in Saariselkä?
Lapland Welcome Oy, the operator named on the listing. Reviews shown here combine the booking site and Tripadvisor counts as published in the catalogue, and this site adds no reviews of its own.
Sources (2)
Sources
- Viator, operator listing 57914P72, checked on 9 Oct 2026
- NOAA SWPC, OVATION aurora forecast model, checked on 9 Oct 2026
Written and maintained by the Kp Forecast editorial team. Independent site, not a space weather agency. Data: NOAA SWPC.
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