The best places to see the northern lights in finland. The zone with the most intense sightings of aurora borealis extends over lapland in northern scandinavia, iceland, greenland and finland. Northern lights finland aurora borealis northern lights. Do you want to spot the northern lights in finland. Experience the northern lights in helsinki helsinki blog. Northern finland is one of the few places on planet earth where you can see the northern lights. Stefan took us out on a night where the conditions were not ideal, however despite this we managed to see the northern lights and he was very committed to ensuring we saw them. Complete guide to northern lights and the most exotic place. Kiruna aurora borealis northern lights tours 2020 all. For some obscure reason, finland is often overlooked as a northern lights destination.
Chasing the northern lights around finlands arctic wilderness, from the border with russia to the border of norway and. In finland, natures most spectacular light show, the aurora borealis, can be viewed in a range of purposebuilt spaces from glass igloos to luxury suites. We are the original and best aurora holidays company. We invite you to witness one of the most spectacular ones in finland, the northern lights. Our favourite northern lights destination with many different accommodation options. Utsjoki is a town in far northern finland, near the norwegian border. Jul 10, 2018 the city of rovaniemi is among the best places in finland to see the northern lights. Finland northern lights private tour winter holidays. Aurora service tours northern lights holidays in lapland. At the time of writing, we have 100% record for the current aurora season.
We started back in 2014 and were the first dedicated northern lights holiday company in finland. Visitors hoping to see the northern lights in finland can choose from a broad range of travel options and adventures. Why not spend a night in aurora dome is a unique way to experience the nature. Trip prices are per person based on double occupancy and are given in u. This tour will give you the best chances of hunting the northern lights in many different locations and environments.
Search for the shimmering lights of the aurora borealis. Autumn august to october as the cold weather comes to finland in the autumn, this is your first chance in the calendar year to see the northern. The best time of year to see the northern lights in finland. Northern lights tours in rovaniemi, lapland, finland. Exceptional guides, carefully planned winter activities, and only the best aurora borealis seeking tours is what you can expect from this allinclusive highly customizable package. Theres no better place in the world to see the inspirational northern lights than above the arctic circle in scandinavia. The best places to spot the northern lights is within the auroral zone in the northern hemisphere in destinations such as iceland, norway, sweden, finland, greenland, northern canada and alaska. The northern lights are visible on roughly 200 nights a year or every other clear night in finnish lapland. But, some places in lapland are better than others.
This natural wonder can be found here up to 150 times a year. These natural displays of green, white and purple light occur most frequently in the polar regions in a 2500 km radius off the geomagnetic pole. Get to know finnish culture on a history tour of helsinki. One of the characteristics that makes finland the best place to see the northern lights also makes finland not suited for everyone. For around 200 days per year, finland witnesses the stunning natural phenomenon known as aurora borealis. Some of our escorted tours offer visits to santa claus village during christmas, northern lights snowmobile safaris, reindeer and husky dog sleighrides, visit a wildlife park or do some ice fishing. Asgard is our original northern lights holiday located in the extreme north of finland offering the absolute best chances of seeing northern lights. Set off on a trip to see the northern lights of finland with collette.
Best places in finland to see the northern lights, seriously. Northern lights tours with over 50 unique tours to norway, finland, sweden and iceland, our scandinavian travel specialists provide 24 hour service and local support. Northern lights tours operate from august until april in rovaniemi, lapland, finland. The lapland area is where folks go to snowshoe, hike or dog sled their way to some of the most unreal viewing points to see the colorful display. Seeing this enchanting dance of colorful lights in the night sky is an experience second to none. Northern lapland is the best place in finland to see the northern lights. Kiruna aurora borealis northern lights tours 2020 all you. Doze off under the northern lights in finland, natures most spectacular light show, the aurora borealis, can be viewed in a range of purposebuilt spaces from glass igloos to luxury suites. The best places to see the northern lights are all located in the auroral zone an area that stretches around the northern hemisphere at a latitude of about 66 to 69 degrees north including parts of canada, greenland, norway, finland, alaska, iceland and more. When we take into consideration cloudiness and the best averages for clear skies, there is one month that is a winner. Lapland northern lights tours aurora borealis excursions. Venture out into the dark to see the magical but elusive northern lights. Crisp air in your lungs and unbridled beauty dancing overhead, the northern lights are truly a sight to behold. Your personal travel consultant will craft your magical winter itinerary to northern europe, with accommodation.
Meaning every week since our tours started, we have seen northern lights. This tour allows you to see the northern lights while floating in a frozen lake in the finnish wilderness. Experience the northern lights in the outermost regions of finland and norway saariselka to tromso including an expedition to the north cape plateau. Where to see the northern lights before winter ends. Set off on an amazing northern lights journey in finland. Statistically, winterly spring and autumn are fantastic for seeing auroras in finland. On cloudless nights you can try viewing them between 9 pm and 1 am in the morning. Aurora service tours utsjoki 2020 all you need to know. This natural phenomenon is the product of collisions between electrically charged particles from the sun that enter the earths atmosphere. You might also see reindeers and charming huskydogs on your finland northern lights break. Your personal travel consultant will craft your magical winter itinerary to northern europe, with accommodation, activities and transportation organised for you. And when paired with a wide range of authentic activities like dog sledding, northern lights tours are the best option for your winter getaway.
The best time for northern lights is from october to march. In finland it is the area north of cities oulu, pudasjarvi, kuusomo. We invite you to experience the northern lights on one of our northern lights tours and cruises in norway, sweden, iceland and finland. Hunt for the northern lights by bus, or on one of the many evening excursions like dog sledding, snowmobile. Finland tours 2020 northern lights holiday packages. From there we walk to a peaceful location in search of the aurora borealis the northern lights. Finnish lapland tour under the northern lights nordic. The best months to see the northern lights in the city are from september to october and from february to march. If the sky is clear we may see the aurora borealis dancing in the sky. Best time to see northern lights in finland 2020 when.
This vacation package takes you to the kakslauttanen resort in the north of finland. This region, called lappland or more commonly lapland, which can be confused with a similarly named region in finland, is ideally placed on the globe for fantastic aurora viewing. We are the original multiday dedicated northern lights holiday. The arctic experience in finnish lapland offers an unforgetable experience in breathtaking scenery by the. Trips to see the northern lights northern lights in finland.
These tours are dedicated to the phenomena of the aurora borealis. In finland, the northern lights, also known as fire foxes, can be seen around 200 nights of the years. Our holiday with nordic unique travels in finnish lapland was excellent. In rovaniemi you can experience the northern lights in many ways, ie. Finlands average population density 46 per square mile is half that of the united states, and thats mostly concentrated around the cities and villages. Personally, i found rovaniemi has way too much light pollution to see the northern lights. Experience aurora borealis in the arctic wilderness, stay at the icehotel, drive your own dog sled team.
As said before the best place to see northern lights in finland is in lapland. This is statistically the best place in finland and the best place in the eu. It may seem like its quite easy to catch a glimpse of the amazing colourful lights over your head, but actually hunting the aurora borealis is more a matter of luck. Thats why our holidays to finland start in the autumn, when auroral displays reemerge in the darkness after the summers 24 hours of daylight. Although the best place to see northern lights is the kilpisjarvi region, in finnish lapland, the aurora borealis can also be seen as far south as helsinki. Don the provided drysuit and float among the icebergs. Over the last few years, iceland has become the most popular choice to see the aurora borealis and we can understand why.
While admiring the natures theatrical performance we fry sausages and enjoy the great aroma of the fire. Lapland in northern finland is easily accessible by air from helsinki. Private tours to finland immerse into the serene wilderness with a private finland winter tour which can be built around your wants. A winter travelers luxe paradise, let our team of experts build your custom vacation to experience the cascade of color over the horizon in lapland. Hunt for the northern lights by bus, or on one of the many evening excursions like dog sledding. Move away from the city lights towards forests and mountains to see the best views of the northern lights. Venture to the nordic region on a northern lights tour for the chance to witness the aurora borealis light up the night sky. The right location to see the northern lights in finland. Alternate accommodations were made for us at the logging lodge oulangan. Aurora borealis holidays to finland the aurora zone. Finland tours offers a 4 day northern lights tour in november.
Witness this spectacular natural phenomenon on a winter getaway in lapland. The northern lights can be seen above the arctic circle from october to march. If you happen to be in rovaniemi, definitely book a northern lights tour and head out into the wilderness. Tours to lapland travel to lapland northern lights. Spend the night surrounded by wilderness in a glass igloo. A sightseeing tour of kakslauttanen arctic resort will take you to see a smoke sauna, igloo area and if the snow already has fallen you will see the ice bar, snow chapel and an ice pool. Some think that the best place to see the northern lights in rovaniemi is from a glass igloo, but for your northern lights holiday, discover the beauty of the aurora. Thank you for traveling with collette on our northern lights of finland tour.
Best places to see the northern lights in lapland, finland. The city of rovaniemi is among the best places in finland to see the northern lights. This is a wonderful time to travel as you can often see the aurora reflected in the as. Rest assured, we work only with handpicked local guides, always include airport transfers, organize easy connections to savor every minute of your precious vacation time, offer authentic must activities, book central hotels. Nov 26, 2019 for around 200 days per year, finland witnesses the stunning natural phenomenon known as aurora borealis. In fact there are about 20 days in a year when the lights can be seen in southern finland, the main problem being the high levels of light pollution and the difficulty in finding dimly lit areas. The northern lights return to the skies towards the end of august when the nights are drawing in once more. The snow constructions are a subject to climate conditions and exist only during the snowy period starting some time during november and december months. Complete guide to northern lights and the most exotic. You might have to walk a little way outside the city for the best view, but it can sometimes be seen even within its limits. Arctic norway is ideally located in the middle of the northern lights zone. Finland travel visit finland trip to finland collette tours.
March is also a fabulous month to enjoy the most beautiful skiing weather. Aurora holidays chasing the northern lights in utsjoki, lapland. Finland travel visit finland trip to finland collette. View the shimmering aurora borealis and enjoy a onceinalifetime. If playback doesnt begin shortly, try restarting your device.