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Northern Lights Chase: Guaranteed Aurora or Refund
A 4 to 6 h northern lights tour from Rovaniemi by Refreshing North, shared with up to 6 travellers. From 148 USD per person, rated 4.7 out of 5 from 31 reviews on the booking site and Tripadvisor.
In short
Northern Lights Chase: Guaranteed Aurora is a 4 to 6 h aurora tour from Rovaniemi, shared with up to 6 travellers, run by Refreshing North. It costs from 148 USD per person and is rated 4.7 out of 5 by 31 travellers. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. Before booking, check the aurora probability over Rovaniemi and the Kp forecast lower on this page.
On this page
1What the operator says
Experience the Northern Lights from Rovaniemi with a small, flexible group, comfortable vehicle with forward-facing seats, and pick-up and drop-off at your hotel or accommodation.
100% Money-Back Guarantee: With our Guaranteed Aurora option, if you do not see the Northern Lights, we refund 100% of your tour price.
We check weather, cloud cover, Aurora activity, and road conditions each evening to plan the route. We can change locations rather than follow a fixed itinerary.
Aurora Chase: 4–6 hours, multiple stops, up to ~120 km.
Private Aurora: 6+ hours, fully private, with flexible chasing up to ~200–250 km when needed.
Enjoy professional Aurora photography exclusively for your small group, with no long waiting. Your photos will be provided digitally within 24 hours.
Aurora Sighting: The Aurora is considered seen when visible to the naked eye or captured by our camera.
The Aurora is a natural phenomenon, but our 100% Money-Back Guarantee gives you confidence when booking.
Operator listing, read on 9 Oct 2026. Prices are starting prices and change with the date.
2What the price covers
Included
- Small group: maximum 6 guests, allowing greater flexibility and faster travel.
- DSLR or mirrorless Camera Photography ( One unit for max 6 guests)
- Enjoy traditional Finnish Glögi, a warm and festive Christmas drink, during the Christmas season.
- 100% Money-Back Guarantee: No Aurora, 100% Refund.
- Pick-up & drop-off from your accommodation within 10 km of Rovaniemi city centre.
Not included
- No BBQ
- Winter Jackets
- Large group bus tour with 30–40 guests
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
3Itinerary
- Your evening begins with pickup from your hotel or accommodation. Settle into our comfortable vehicle with forward-facing seats and get ready for an exciting Aurora hunt. Throughout the journey, we monitor weather, cloud cover, and Aurora activity to select the best available viewing areas. Our route is flexible, allowing us to change locations when conditions improve elsewhere. At a suitable vi (300 min)
4Group size, pickup and languages
- Shared with up to 6 travellers
- Hotel pickup or meeting point, chosen at booking
- Guide languages: English
- Booking size: 1 to 7 travellers
- Operator: Refreshing North
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
5Aurora over Rovaniemi tonight
The probability below comes from the NOAA OVATION model for the current forecast hour. The Finland page has the Kp Rovaniemi needs and the 3-day forecast.
Data: NOAA SWPC, fetched 12:31 UTC. Aurora probability by destination from the NOAA OVATION model, forecast for 9 Oct, 13:35 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 Rovaniemi
Northern Lights Rovaniemi: Guaranteed Viewing & Unlimited Mileage4.9 · 2,599 reviews · 8 hfrom 159 USD
Rovaniemi: 100% Money-Back Guarantee Aurora Tour + Free Photos4.9 · 893 reviews · 4 to 6 hfrom 159 USD
Rovaniemi: Northern Lights Hunt Max 8 + Pro Photos & 100% Refund4.9 · 883 reviews · 4 to 12 hfrom 228 USD| Rating | Booking site | Tripadvisor |
|---|---|---|
| 5 stars | 5 | 23 |
| 4 stars | 0 | 0 |
| 3 stars | 1 | 0 |
| 2 stars | 1 | 1 |
| 1 star | 0 | 0 |
Source: Viator, operator listing 5570592P12, checked on 9 Oct 2026.
Frequently asked questions
How much does Northern Lights Chase: Guaranteed Aurora in Rovaniemi cost?
From 148 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 Northern Lights Chase: Guaranteed Aurora in Rovaniemi last?
4 to 6 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 Northern Lights Chase: Guaranteed Aurora in Rovaniemi private or shared?
It is shared with up to 6 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 Northern Lights Chase: Guaranteed Aurora in Rovaniemi?
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 Northern Lights Chase: Guaranteed Aurora need to see the northern lights from Rovaniemi?
Rovaniemi needs Kp 2 or more by the NOAA rule used on this site, and a dark, clear sky. The live probability over Rovaniemi is shown on this page and refreshes every 15 minutes.
Who runs Northern Lights Chase: Guaranteed Aurora in Rovaniemi?
Refreshing North, 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 5570592P12, 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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