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Northern Lights Wilderness Small-Group Tour from Rovaniemi
A 4 h northern lights tour from Rovaniemi by Wild About Lapland, shared with up to 8 travellers. From 148 USD per person, rated 4.5 out of 5 from 293 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor.
In short
Northern Lights Wilderness Small-Group is a 4 h aurora tour from Rovaniemi, shared with up to 8 travellers, run by Wild About Lapland. It costs from 148 USD per person and is rated 4.5 out of 5 by 293 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
Take your best chance to see the Northern lights from Rovaniemi in small groups! With your personal guide, you will explore the nature of Lapland and hunt the magic of the Aurora Borealis. Professional camera and pictures are included in this tour.
On all our excursions, our groups are limited to 8 people maximum. It is very important for us to provide you with the best experience possible, and avoid mass tourism.
Are you looking for an extra guarantee to see the Northern Lights? If you choose the option with a 100% guarantee and the conditions are not favourable, we will reschedule the tour or cancel the tour and issue a full refund for you. The tour is considered successful when we are able to capture the Northern Lights on camera during the experience. If the Northern Lights are not captured on camera during the tour, you will receive a 100% refund. Please note that the Northern Lights may sometimes appear more vivid in photos than they do to the naked eye.
Operator listing on Viator, read on 9 Oct 2026. Prices are starting prices and change with the date.
2What the price covers
Included
- Photos sent the next day
- Professional guide
- All taxes, fees and handling charges
- Snacks
- Driver/guide
- Hotel pick-up/drop-off for accommodations outside the city center
- Cold weather clothing
- Coffee and/or Tea
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
3Group size, pickup and languages
- Shared with up to 8 travellers
- Meeting point, no hotel pickup
- Guide languages: English
- Booking size: 1 to 8 travellers
- Operator: Wild About Lapland
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
4Aurora 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 10:47 UTC. Aurora probability by destination from the NOAA OVATION model, forecast for 9 Oct, 11:59 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).
5Other 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 | Viator | Tripadvisor |
|---|---|---|
| 5 stars | 55 | 174 |
| 4 stars | 7 | 14 |
| 3 stars | 4 | 8 |
| 2 stars | 5 | 6 |
| 1 star | 6 | 14 |
Source: Viator, operator listing 57969P1, checked on 9 Oct 2026.
Frequently asked questions
How much does Northern Lights Wilderness Small-Group in Rovaniemi cost?
From 148 USD per person. That is the starting price set by the operator for the cheapest option on the Viator listing, and the final price depends on the date, the group size and the options chosen at checkout.
How long does Northern Lights Wilderness Small-Group in Rovaniemi 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 Northern Lights Wilderness Small-Group in Rovaniemi private or shared?
It is shared with up to 8 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 Wilderness Small-Group 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 Viator listing at the time of booking.
What Kp index does Northern Lights Wilderness Small-Group 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 Wilderness Small-Group in Rovaniemi?
Wild About Lapland, the operator named on the Viator listing. Reviews shown here combine Viator and Tripadvisor counts as published in the catalogue, and this site adds no reviews of its own.
Sources (2)
Sources
- Viator, operator listing 57969P1, 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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