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What to do and see in Lapland, Finland: The Best Photography Tours
Finland's largest ski resort, Lapland's Ylläs has 61 slopes, the longest running two miles, with a vertical drop of over a quarter mile. This is the highest Finnish fell (mountain) with ski lifts, and there are 29 here in all. Also at Ylläs are 210 miles of cross-country tracks, 24 miles of which are lit.
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1. Wilderness snowshoe adventure
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 5 reviews
Experience the glorious nature of Lapland by snowshoeing through the snowy forests. This 3 hour adventure offers you a chance to explore the authentic nature away from crowds. Our adventures are always done in a small-group to ensure you have all the time necessary to experience the amazing wilderness around us. With the help of professional photographer you can capture the very best of the Lappish nature during our trip!
Inclusions: Wilderness/photography guide, hot drinks and snacks, snowshoeing trip to Arctic nature, hotel pick-up & drop-off, minivan transportation, snowshoes & poles, warm clothing & winter boots (if needed), Snacks, 10-15 photos from the tour sent to you afterwards
Exclusions: Gratuities
Reviewed By Larkita
We had the best of times with our tour. Juhani (?spelling) was very professional, friendly, and very proficient in photography. Was very quick with helping and explaining the set up of our different cameras, even though I am a novice. Though we saw very little (but some) lights it was a fun night. Really enjoyed sharing stories with him by the fire while cooking our sausages.
2. Backcountry skiing adventure
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 10 reviews
This 3-4 hour adventure gives you a chance to try the most popular sport in Finland, cross-country skiing. It’s a fascinating and environmentally friendly way to move in deep snow through the Arctic forests and rugged areas. We will teach you the basics of this wonderdul wintersport and take a photography tour through the Arctic wilderness. The adventure is guided by professional photographer who makes sure that you have all the time necessary to enjoy and photograph the snowy Arctic nature and amazing landscapes around us. The adventure gives you wonderful opportunity to witness the real and authentic nature of Lapland!
Inclusions: Wilderness/photography guide, hot drinks and snacks, skiing trip to Arctic nature, hotel pick-up & drop-off, minivan transportation, skis & poles, warm clothing & winter boots, 10-15 photos from the tour sent to you afterwards
Exclusions: Gratuities
Reviewed By Larkita
We had the best of times with our tour. Juhani (?spelling) was very professional, friendly, and very proficient in photography. Was very quick with helping and explaining the set up of our different cameras, even though I am a novice. Though we saw very little (but some) lights it was a fun night. Really enjoyed sharing stories with him by the fire while cooking our sausages.
3. Riisitunturi photography expedition
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
This full day photography expedition brings you in one of the best photographic locations in Lapland - Riisitunturi National park. You will join this adventure only with your own group and everything is planned privately for you! Our professional photographer will drive you to this once-in-a-lifetime location deep in the wilderness. During the day, we concentrate on landscape and nature photography in the middle of the pure and authentic Arctic nature. This expedition is for true adventure seekers, who want to take their experience and photography way beyond the everyday locations.
Inclusions: Wilderness/photography guide, light lunch during the day, hot drinks and snacks, full day expedition to Arctic nature, hotel pick-up & drop-off, minivan transportation, warm clothing, winter boots, bbq-gear, 10-15 photos from the tour sent to you afterwards
Exclusions: Gratuities
Reviewed By Larkita
We had the best of times with our tour. Juhani (?spelling) was very professional, friendly, and very proficient in photography. Was very quick with helping and explaining the set up of our different cameras, even though I am a novice. Though we saw very little (but some) lights it was a fun night. Really enjoyed sharing stories with him by the fire while cooking our sausages.
4. Explore the Wilderness - Photography expedition (Summer & Autumn)
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
This full day adventure takes you in the middle of the Arctic nature and wilderness to explore and photograph the very best of it. We move in a small-group and the expedition will be guided by professional photographer. During the day, we concentrate on landscape and nature photography in the middle of amazing sceneries and glorious Arctic nature. Photography as a main activity gives you the most exclusive and memorable way to experience the true and authentic Lappish wilderness.
Inclusions: Wilderness/ photography guide, light lunch during the day, drinks and snacks, hotel pick-up & drop-off, minivan transportation, necessary equipment (mosquito nets & repellents, BBQ -gear), Lunch
Exclusions: Gratuities
Reviewed By Larkita
We had the best of times with our tour. Juhani (?spelling) was very professional, friendly, and very proficient in photography. Was very quick with helping and explaining the set up of our different cameras, even though I am a novice. Though we saw very little (but some) lights it was a fun night. Really enjoyed sharing stories with him by the fire while cooking our sausages.
5. Aurora Hunt by Private lake, in a Lappish Wooden hut, 4 hours
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
Escape the city lights and spend a quiet evening on the private lake. We'll go Northern Lights hunting and warm up in a cozy Finnish cottage.
Inclusions: Hotel pickup & drop off, Personal aurora expert, professional English speaking local guide, Photography tips from a Northern Lights expert, Guaranteed small group experience, Tasty sausages grilled over an open fire, tea\coffee, Fascinating dance of Aurora Borealis - if lucky
Exclusions: Warm winter clothes & shoes, Camera & tripod
Reviewed By sofiaz941
We visited the reindeer farm + reindeer sleigh and husky park + husky sleigh. We appreciate it a lot, especially the story of these animals which has been very well told. The reindeer farm has more than a hundred years of history, we were able to touch and feed the reindeer. The husky park was very large and raised over 90 huskies, we were also able to pet and take pictures with the huskies. Alex was very welcoming and informative. Thanks for this morning.
6. Northern lights hunting tour and professional photography 8 persons Max
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 2 reviews
Our northern lights tour is created for couples,families and small groups max 8 persons, we always move to diferent locations to have more chances to see the lights, we offer a family atmosphere without agglomerations.
Inclusions: Included hot drinks, biscuits, sausagues, snacks, transportation and professional photo
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Reviewed By katesX3631UA
We decided to go on a husky tour with Igor very spontaneously. Still, everything went great! He picked us up from our place and brought us to the husky kennel where we were introduced to the dogs. Afterwards, the tour began. We sat on a very comfortable sleigh and got to cuddle the dogs after the tour. Igor is a very friendly and happy tour guide! Thanks for being so spontaneous! :)
7. Arctic sky, Nature & Northern lights Photographing Pyhä-Luosto
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 2 reviews
On this tour you will hear lot of stories and facts about arctic nature, sky, northern lights and way of life in Lapland. We will teach what camera settings to use and how to photograph northern lights. Includes friendly guiding and transportation.
Inclusions: Friendly guide, Transportation
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Reviewed By 47kaisaa
5/5 points! Very friendly and flexible service. Great variety of tours and services. Local knowledge and expertice.
8. Northern Lights Wilderness Small-Group Tour from Rovaniemi
Overall Ratings
4.8 based on 72 reviews
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. In all our excursions, our groups are limited to 8 people maximum. It is very important for us to provide you with the best experience as 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. Furthermore, when it comes to Northern Lights, chances to observe them properly are increased when groups (and light pollution emitted by torches, phones, cameras, etc.) are reduced. As we usually say : the smaller the group, the bigger the experience !
Inclusions: All taxes, fees and handling charges, Driver/guide, Professional guide, Transport by private vehicle, Hotel pickup/drop-off, Snacks, Coffee and/or Tea, Cold weather clothing, Photos sent the next day
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Reviewed By niklaso229
Unforgettable experience in Lapland. This was my first Ski Trekking safari in my life, but definitely not the last one! Thank you! :)
9. Explore the Wilderness - Photography Expedition
Overall Ratings
4.7 based on 15 reviews
This full day adventure takes you in the middle of the Arctic nature and wilderness to explore and photograph the very best of it. We move in a small-group and the expedition will be guided by professional photographer. During the day, we concentrate on landscape and nature photography in the middle of amazing sceneries and glorious Arctic nature. Photography as a main activity gives you the most exclusive and memorable way to experience the true and authentic Lappish nature and wilderness.
Inclusions: Wilderness/photography guide, light lunch during the day, hot drinks and snacks, hotel pick-up & drop-off, minivan transportation, warm clothing & winter boots, hike in the wilderness area, 10-15 photos from the tour sent to you afterwards
Exclusions: Gratuities
Reviewed By Larkita
We had the best of times with our tour. Juhani (?spelling) was very professional, friendly, and very proficient in photography. Was very quick with helping and explaining the set up of our different cameras, even though I am a novice. Though we saw very little (but some) lights it was a fun night. Really enjoyed sharing stories with him by the fire while cooking our sausages.
10. Auroras Northern Lights by Car and on Foot (photographing tour)
Overall Ratings
4.7 based on 18 reviews
Join the Aurora Experts on our legendary Northern Lights trip to reach the best places and see this great natural arctic phenomenon. The guide shares information about the Northern Lights and the old mythology around them. Listen to the stories about local life and nature by living fire. Experience some Lappish shamanism and see your future with our great Aurora guides! Make pictures by the hints from the Aurora guide. We go to the best site in Rovaniemi area for following the lights, to the mountains.
Inclusions: Transportation, Guidance services, Snacks and meals mentioned, Organizer's liability insurance, Safari desk support, Snacks, Coffee and/or Tea
Exclusions: Private tours for additional charge - contact for more details
Reviewed By CMSoon
It is about 2.0-2.5 hours drive from Ivalo and the car cannot enter to the mine area because is a National park. The car park is about 2.6 km away from the Amethyst mine and takes about another 100 meters by wooden board steps up to the mine. So the whole return journey to the car park is about 5-6km walk on a gentle uphill slope pathway. However, they had devised an interesting quiz along the route having about 10 questions about the national park about every 200 meters there is a question tagged to the tree. If you get all correct you get a prize. Also note and check that the entry to the mine has scheduled time and is closed on one of the days which l had forgotten. We went on one of the days that was closed and had to make another trip. It is a small mine and there is no commercial mining activity, it is still done through manual conventional mining of chiselling with spikes and hammer since it is now a national park. The guide will explain about the amethyst and visitors at the end are given a chance to dig amethyst themselves. If you could find one that could be covered by your fingers when you close your palm, then you can take away that piece. Anyway dont expect to get big piece. There is also a store where they sell their Amethyst but is not cheap for a good one. The Biggest piece of Amethyst that was dug out in this mine is in ARTIKUM museum in Rovaniemi which we went to see also. Would certainly recommend to visit this site and then head on to put a night in Rovaniemi to visit Santa Village before driving back to Ivalo which takes 3.0-3.5 hours drive the next day.
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