Tours/Rovaniemi/Private Arctic Forest Sauna, Jacuzzi with Northern Lights & BBQ
Private Arctic Forest Sauna, Jacuzzi with Northern Lights & BBQ
4.1(18)Rovaniemi3 hours
VIATOR3.0(2)TRIPADVISOR4.2(16)
At a glance
Duration
3 hours
Price from
$217 / person
Location
Rovaniemi, Finland
Rating
4.1 / 5 · 18 reviews
Languages
EN
Group
Small group, up to 15
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
Confirmation
Instant
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Operator
Nordic Unique Travels
Meeting point
The meeting place will be at the our office, Maakuntakatu 29 (next to subway), Rovaniemi 96200. Please meet us at the reception 10 minutes prior to the scheduled meeting time.Departure time may vary. Please check the email the local provider sends for the exact pick-up time.
Description
Spend your night in the Arctic with the authentic Finnish experience. Relax in the heated wooden sauna and try dipping into icy lakes or rolling in the snow - a most exciting once in a lifetime experience for you.
*Departure time may vary. Please check the email the local provider sends for the exact pick-up time.
Schedule & prices
Runs
Every day
Start times
7:30 PM
Next available
Mon, Oct 19
Adult (ages 12+)
$217
Youth (ages 3–11)
$182
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 18.
Tour Options
Private Arctic Forest Sauna, Jacuzzi with Northern Lights & BBQ
Pickup included
Itinerary
Nordic Unique Travels
Pass by
Head to a very traditional and special place located in the arctic forest, surrounded by magic landscapes and ice lakes. Discover the traditional sauna and an open-air jacuzzi. There is also an Arctic lake where you can try ice swimming.
Sauna is such an important part of Finnish culture that is irreplaceable by other things. It has been a place for physical and spiritual cleansing for centuries. Dipping in the icy lakes and rolling in the snow are said to be good for your blood circulation.
You can lie in the jacuzzi and look at the magical Northern Lights. After the sauna experience, go to the frozen lake to hunt for the Northern Lights with hot drinks and gingerbread.
**Departure time may vary. Please check the email the local provider sends for the exact pick-up time.
What's included
Included
Campfire BBQ: pork sausages and hot blueberry juice (vegetarian/vegan alternative upon request)
Guide in English (other languages available on request: German, French, Italian, Spanish, Chinese)
Pick-up and drop-off to selected hotels from Rovaniemi city center.
Slippers and towel
Ice swimming in frozen lake
Lappish traditional sauna and Jacuzzi: approximately 1 hour
Chance to see northern lights on the frozen lake
Not included
Optional: Swimwear rental - 15€ per person
Pickup Locations & Times
Pick-up and drop off to the hotel within 10 km Please be ready and waiting in your hotel lobby 10 minutes prior to your scheduled pickup time.
Departure time may vary. Please check the email the local provider sends for the exact pick-up time.
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.1
18 reviews
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How it compares in Rovaniemi
Starting price $217 is 51% above the typical $143 for tours of similar length in Rovaniemi
Excurgo comparison of 761 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Departure time may vary depending on the seasons and availability, please double-check with the local partner
At least 2 people are required for this tour to take place on weekdays and Saturdays
At least 4 people are required for this tour to take place on Sundays and public holidays
Children under 12 year old must be accompanied by adults paying the full price
Please be ready and wait in your hotel lobby 10 minutes prior to your scheduled pickup time
Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
Swimwear rental at 15€ per person
Northern Lights sightings cannot be guaranteed due to they are subject to weather conditions and the solar activity.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does this tour take?
Private Arctic Forest Sauna, Jacuzzi with Northern Lights & BBQ lasts about 3 hours. The itinerary has 1 stop.
How much does this tour cost?
Prices start at $217 per person for this Rovaniemi experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does this tour run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 7:30 PM.
Can I cancel this tour for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes, pickup is offered. Pick-up and drop off to the hotel within 10 km Please be ready and waiting in your hotel lobby 10 minutes prior to your scheduled pickup time.
Departure time may vary. Please check the email the local provider sends for the exact pick-up time. Pickup points include Lapland Hotels Ounasvaara Chalets.
What languages is this tour offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 15 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Specialized infant seats are available Children under 12 year old must be accompanied by adults paying the full price
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is this tour worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.1 out of 5 across 18 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Nordic Unique Travels.
Reviews(18)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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Phil_Gersende
February 27, 2023 · via Tripadvisor
Disappointment
Very nice guide (a French intern). The place is really great!
On the other hand on the site it is indicated that the experience lasts 3 hours whereas between the time we were picked up at the hotel and the return it happened barely 2 hours. On site, 1 hour only to enjoy (this is not specified in the activity description) and the sauna is not a wood heated sauna but just a standard sauna. We complained and were told that the term "traditional" regarding the fact that it was a "traditional Finnish" activity.
In short, despite the setting and friendly guide, we still feel like we've been fooled. Disappointment.
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beatrizpP7105MX
December 11, 2022 · via Tripadvisor
Indispensable activity
It is the best activity we have done, and the experience was so good thanks to Antonella, took care of all the details, even the trip to the place was pleasant thanks to her music and her conversation.
Thank you so much for everything Antonella.
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Itachithecat
December 10, 2022 · via Tripadvisor
Bad experience, great guide!
We got the sauna in the forest without the Jacuzzi, but I couldn’t find it in the options. It was an experience that left me emotionally confused. Our guide and instructor Mimi is certainly the coolest person we’ve met so far in Finland. The “one star” is for her because she’s truly a star and tried to help us in every possible way, and this company should give her a raise and some pizza for being such a great host and person and they’re lucky to have her. Other than that the experience was not good. Our sauna was not burning when we got in, and Mimi turned it on, however it takes plenty of time to get the space warm and make people sweat. We were given more time but I can say that we were sitting in the sauna for an hour and I have had experience more sweating during June in Greece. For this reason it was impossible to jump into the lake which was a dream of mine for quite some time. A dream I had to abandon because of poor management. It would have been so easy to simply have someone check on the saunas before groups arrive, but apparently the company employs different processes. Due to the sauna issues there was plenty of smoke in the room and my partner ended up coughing the whole night, while our clothes smelled smokey on an annoying level. Mimi made sure we’d get a full refund (I told y’all she’s uber-cool!) which was a fair result. Nevertheless, the disappointment lingers, which is natural since it was my one and only chance to experience this, I’ve been saving for such a long time to come to Rovaniemi and do this. Therefore, I would not recommend to anyone to put their trust on Nordic Unique Travels for experiences high on their must-do list. But if you do, ask for Mimi to be your guide, so that you’ll guarantee a good side to all situations that may go wrong! Thank you Mimi!
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Marco O
December 7, 2022 · via Tripadvisor
Sauna and bath in the frozen pond
The sauna is a sauna, we did that on our own inside the "barrel" and it was a nice experience, it lasts an hour which for a sauna is more than enough.
Halfway through the sauna we took a break and threw ourselves into the frozen pond, which is more than a lake is a small frozen pool. Anyway, there was ice in it and it was very cold. It was a cool experience because coming from the boiling heat of the sauna then inside the ice water really puts you back in the world, even if I didn't have the courage to fully immerse myself.
Everything was followed by many cookies with cinnamon and cranberry juice, while Miriam's incurable sympathy and kindness kept us company throughout the evening.
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Nyf F
November 28, 2022 · via Tripadvisor
Not to be missed!!
We were guided by Alizé P in this invigorating experience!!! Pleasant and very nice, she explained everything;) then she accompanied us in the highlights and took the time to check on us and offer us to immortalize the moment!
No regrets about going swimming in the frozen lake. Body sensations guaranteed!!!
We recommend!!!
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U8032RPjaviers
February 23, 2022 · via Tripadvisor
You must.
You can not leave Lapland without passing through here, the sauna is the most typical and if you add the bath in icy lake and the jacuzzi outside is a top experience!! Thank you very much to Antonela and Anders who made the activity very easy!
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Charlymotero
February 22, 2022 · via Tripadvisor
Forced stop
This is an obligatory stop in the meantime to walk. Antonella and Anders made us feel at home and make it a unique experience integrating with our group. A 10 for them
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laslauradas
February 22, 2022 · via Tripadvisor
A forest enchanting
Of the best experiences you can do in life. Sauna and icy lake. And to top off a hot tub while watching the Northern Lights.Antonela and Anders were super majismos with us, it's nice to meet people like that working.
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Relax827796
February 19, 2022 · via Tripadvisor
Sauna, Jacuzzi and Lake
A lovely deal, Antonella and Anders are great and made us feel like real Finns, the hot tub seeing Northern Lights is priceless
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Laurabmbm
February 17, 2022 · via Tripadvisor
Sauna and frozen lake
Unique and unforgettable experience. A dreamscape. Antonela and Anders have been great with us and super detailers, they are the best!
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