Authentic Winter Experiences in Rovaniemi, Finnish Lapland
Discover Lapland with local guides – from Northern Lights and Arctic safaris to unforgettable day trips.
Arctic Guides
Our experienced guides are passionate about sharing the authentic beauty, culture, and traditions of Finnish Lapland, creating memorable experiences for every guest.
Small Groups, Maximum 8 Guests
Most experiences are operated in groups of up to 8 guests, creating a more relaxed, flexible, and personal way to explore Lapland.
Authentic Lapland Experiences
Discover the real Lapland through experienced local guides, carefully selected partners, hidden gems, and authentic experiences beyond the standard tourist routes.
WHAT OUR GUESTS SAY?
⭐ 4.9/5 based on 48 reviews
*****
”Very good day with timo. He explain a lot about the Ranua Wildlife park. Also thank you for not cancelling the tour even if there are only 2 of us!!”
- GYG traveler from France
*****
”We truly had an amazing day Ice Fishing; it was an unforgettable experience in every way. We caught exactly five fish in total. Timo showed us how to drill holes in the ice and helped us catch fish by opening several holes in different spots. It was my first time joining such an activity, and it was absolutely incredible. ”
- Damla - Turkey
*****
”Timo is the best! A true aurora hunter – for him, it’s much more than a job… he does it with incredible passion, dedication and enjoyment. He’s willing to do anything! And even though our night was one of the worst, he literally chased the aurora for almost 400 km. In the end, it was worth it…”
- Paolo - Italy
*****
”I had the absolute pleasure of doing this tour with Timo! He is incredibly knowledgeable and friendly, and he explains everything about the area while also making great conversation along the way. The Korouoma waterfalls were amazing. The snowy landscape and views were definitely one of the highlights of my trip to Finland. A BBQ is included in the trip, which was also delicious.”
Lisa-Marie – United Kingdom
Ready to Explore Lapland?
EXPLORE LAPLAND IN YOUR LANGUAGE
Great experiences become even better when you can enjoy them in a language you understand.
Our team includes international guides who have made Rovaniemi and Lapland their home. Together, they combine genuine local knowledge with an exceptionally wide range of language skills.
Our team speaks:
🇬🇧 English • 🇫🇮 Finnish • 🇪🇸 Spanish • 🇮🇹 Italian • 🇫🇷 French • 🇬🇷 Greek • 🇷🇺 Russian • 🇵🇹 Portuguese • 🇷🇴 Romanian • 🇨🇿 Czech • 🇸🇰 Slovak
From October to March, we aim to offer guided experiences in several of these languages whenever guide availability allows.
Tell us your preferred language when booking and we will do our best to match you with a suitable guide. Specific languages cannot always be guaranteed, as availability varies by date and experience.
YOUR LANGUAGE. OUR LAPLAND.
Meet the Founder, Timo
The best Lapland experiences aren't just about places — they're about the people who create them.
Arctic Safari Guides was founded by lifelong Lapland local Timo Tapaninen, whose passion is creating authentic experiences that go beyond the ordinary tourist routes.
With decades of local knowledge and years of experience guiding visitors from around the world, Timo carefully designs every experience and works together with trusted guides and partners to ensure every guest enjoys the very best of Lapland.
Address
Ahjotie 7
96320 Rovaniemi
+358 40 629 0399
info@arcticsafariguides.com
