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Rovaniemi, FinlandWater ActivitiesFishingSkiingWalking ToursAdventure Tours
About this activity
Combine two quintessential Lapland winter activities in a single 4-hour adventure: trek through pristine snow forests on snowshoes, then try your hand at ice fishing on a vast frozen lake. This full-immersion experience includes winter gear, professional instruction, and authentic Finnish campfire refreshments, offering a genuine slice of Arctic life near Rovaniemi.
This tour allows you to experience Lapland nature at its best with two local activities combined – snowshoeing through the forests and ice fishing on an immense frozen lake.
After being picked up from your accommodation and given proper winter clothing/boots (it can be as cold as -30°C in Lapland), your guide will drive you around 20 kilometres away from Rovaniemi to find the perfect peaceful place to start your trip.
Before heading into the forests, you will be given instructions on how to use the snowshoes whilst walking on snow. As you snowshoe through the quiet snowy landscapes, you will already feel the harmony of Lapland nature that surrounds you.
Soon you will end up at the immense frozen lake. It is time to find a promising spot on the lake to try to catch your lunch! Your guide will help you drill your own hole in the ice and will teach you the basic techniques of how to ice fish. Then, it is just a matter of time and patience before you hopefully feel the first bites! This is just the perfect moment to appreciate the silence that immerses the lake.
You will enjoy a proper Finnish experience!
While you will be fishing, your guide will chop wood and prepare a fire for you. Typical Finnish campfire snacks and hot drinks will be waiting for you around the fire and offers a nice opportunity for your guide to answer all your questions about life in the Arctic and Lapland in general.
If you manage to catch a fish (of a decent size), your guide will happily prepare it, cook it straight over the fire and add it to the menu of the day! If the fish are undersized, we return them to the ice without unnecessarily harming them. After this ice fishing experience, it will be time to put back on the snowshoes and head back to Rovaniemi!
In all our activities, 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. This way, your guide will know you better and will be able to address all your needs and answer your questions.
Also, in relation to ice fishing, keeping our groups small allows our guests to fully experience the peaceful silence of Lapland nature. As we usually say – the smaller the group, the bigger the experience!
Highlights
- ✓Snowshoe through silent, snow-covered Lapland forests with expert guidance
- ✓Learn ice fishing techniques and drill your own hole on a frozen lake
- ✓Warm up by an open fire with traditional Finnish snacks and hot drinks
- ✓Potential catch-and-cook experience if you land a fish
- ✓Small-group format with personalized attention from a local guide
- ✓All winter gear provided (critical at temperatures down to -30°C)
Insider tips
- ★Dress in layers beneath the provided winter outfit—you'll warm up during snowshoeing but lose heat fast standing on the ice
- ★Arrive with realistic expectations about fish; success depends on conditions and season, but the experience itself is the true reward
- ★Ask your guide about Arctic wildlife and traditional Sámi culture; most guides are keen to share local knowledge during the quieter fishing moments
- ★Bring a camera with a fully charged battery—cold drains power quickly, but the snowy landscapes are photographer's gold
Good to know
- •Pickup and drop-off from Rovaniemi accommodation included; tour operates approximately 20 km outside the city
- •Winter boots and protective gear provided; no special fitness level required, though comfortable winter hiking shoes under the outfit help
- •Minimum participants likely apply; confirm group size and exact meeting point at booking
- •If you catch a fish of suitable size, the guide will cook it on-site—dietary or religious restrictions should be mentioned in advance
Who it's for
First-time visitors to Lapland seeking an iconic Arctic experienceCouples and small families wanting a memorable outdoor adventure with minimal technical difficultyPhotography enthusiasts attracted to winter landscapes and authentic cultural momentsTravelers interested in trying local activities (fishing, winter hiking) under professional supervision
Best time to visit
Winter season (roughly November to March) when lakes are safely frozen and snow coverage is reliable. Early morning or late afternoon tours offer the best light for photography and typically quieter fishing conditions.
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