190 / adult
Hiking Adventures
Lapland is at its most beautiful when you slow down. On our guided hiking tours in Rovaniemi, you’ll swap crowds and noise for quiet forests, frozen rivers, and the kind of silence you can feel.
We keep our groups small and our guides local, because the real magic of the Arctic isn’t found on a highway — it’s found on a forest trail, with someone who calls this place home. Come walk with us, and we’ll share our favourite side of Lapland with you.
Explore All Hiking Adventures
From frozen waterfalls to old-growth forests, the Rovaniemi region is filled with trails that reveal Lapland at its most beautiful. Explore our full range of guided hiking tours below — each one led by a local guide, kept to a small group, and chosen for a reason. Pick the route that speaks to you, or get in touch and we'll help you find the right fit. Hiking in Rovaniemi soothes the soul.
What Our Guests Say
Our commitment to small groups, local guides, and pristine nature isn't just something we talk about — it's what our guests remember when they head home. Here's what hikers who've walked Rovaniemi's trails with us have to say about their experience.
Our Top Tours
From chasing the northern lights to meeting the huskies, our most-loved tours in Rovaniemi show a different side of Lapland. Whether you're adding to your hiking trip or planning a longer stay, you'll find an experience that fits right beside it.
179 / adult
Guaranteed Northern Lights Hunting Adventure in Lapland
190 / adult
Arctic Adventure through Magical Frozen Forests of Riisitunturi
103 / adult
1-Hour Snowmobile Safari Adventure
129 / adult
Northern Lights Wilderness Tour with Professional Camera
145 / adult
Korouoma Canyon Frozen Waterfalls
115 / adult
Snowshoeing and Ice Fishing Tour
Silver Birch Resort – Where Less Means More
Silver Birch Resort is near Rovaniemi but still far away from everything. Escape to the serenity of your own private peninsula in Finnish Lapland. Silver Birch Resort offers year-round luxury in beautifully designed glass cabins, nestled in Arctic nature.
With only a few guests at a time, it’s a rare kind of privacy. And a rare kind of peace.
Sustainable adventures for a better future.
At Wild About Lapland, the arctic nature isn’t just our office—it’s our home. We are committed to sustainable tourism by keeping our groups small, minimizing our footprint, and supporting local communities. By choosing us, you help preserve the fragile beauty of Lapland for generations to come.
We are proud holders of the Sustainable Travel Finland label and Green Activities certification.
Experience the Best Hiking Adventures
Ready to step off the beaten path? Our small-group hiking tours take you into the wilderness with local guides who know every corner of Lapland. Whether you're after a gentle forest walk or a full day on the trail, we'll help you find the right route.
Meet us in
Rovaniemi!
Rovaniemi!
We're based right here in Rovaniemi, the capital of Finnish Lapland and the official home of Santa Claus. From our doorstep, the Arctic Circle is just a few minutes away — and the Taiga forests, frozen lakes and Northern Lights skies are ours to share with you.
We keep our groups small and our guides passionate, because the real magic of Lapland isn't found in a crowd. It's found in the silence of the snow, the crackle of a campfire, and the stories told around it. Come find us — we'd love to show you our corner of the Arctic.
Our main office is located at 24 Rovakatu, 96200 Rovaniemi (FINLAND). Come and let’s plan your next great experience together!
When Is the Best Time to Hike in Rovaniemi?
The short answer: all year round. But each season in Lapland has its own character, and what you’ll see on the trail changes with it.
- Winter: Winter (December–March) is all about snow. Expect frozen lakes, snow-laden pines, and trails that turn into silent white corridors. Daylight is short, but the blue hour light is extraordinary — and the northern lights can join you on evening hikes from September through early April.
- Spring: (April–May) brings the longer days back. The snow is still there in April, but by May the rivers are breaking up, migratory birds are returning, and the forest starts to wake.
- Summer: (June–August) is the season of the midnight sun. You can hike at any hour of the day or night, and the landscape is green, warm, and full of life — from wild berries to fresh air that smells of pine and peat.
- Autumn: (September–October) is ruska — Lapland’s golden season. The forests turn red, orange, and yellow almost overnight, and the air is crisp and cool. It’s our favourite time of year for hiking, and many guests tell us it becomes theirs too.
Hiking in Rovaniemi is for everyone
All our hiking tours start from our office in central Rovaniemi, and your guide will take it from there. Depending on the tour, you’ll head into the forest by minivan or on foot — either way, you’ll always be in a small group of no more than eight.
We provide any specialist gear you may need for the season, including warm winter clothing for the colder months, so you don’t have to worry about arriving with a full Arctic wardrobe. Hot drinks and a campfire snack or lunch are part of every tour, along with your guide’s stories, knowledge of the land, and time to take it all in at your own pace.
If you’d like to know more about what’s included on a specific tour, or you’re not sure which one is the right fit, just get in touch — we’ll help you figure it out.
Before You Hit the Trail
All our hiking tours start from our office in central Rovaniemi, and your guide will take it from there. Depending on the tour, you’ll head into the forest by minivan or on foot — either way, you’ll always be in a small group of no more than eight.
We provide any specialist gear you may need for the season, including warm winter clothing for the colder months, so you don’t have to worry about arriving with a full Arctic wardrobe. Hot drinks and a campfire snack or lunch are part of every tour, along with your guide’s stories, knowledge of the land, and time to take it all in at your own pace.
If you’d like to know more about what’s included on a specific tour, or you’re not sure which one is the right fit, just get in touch — we’ll help you figure it out.
Frequently Asked
Questions
You can hike in Rovaniemi year-round, and each season has its own character. Winter (December–March) is the season of snow, frozen lakes, and short but beautiful daylight hours. Spring brings longer days and melting rivers, summer offers the midnight sun and green forests, and autumn — ruska — turns the Taiga into gold, red, and orange. We run hiking tours in every season, so the right time depends on what you want to see.
Our tours vary in length and difficulty, so experience requirements depend on the tour you choose. Some of our shorter forest walks are suitable for people with no hiking background, while longer tours like Korouoma Canyon or Riisitunturi National Park involve more walking and uneven terrain. Check the tour details, or get in touch and we’ll help you find a route that matches what you’re looking for.
We recommend warm base layers, a hat, gloves, and thick socks. We provide the specialist Arctic gear — thermal overalls, winter boots, and snowshoes when the trail calls for them — so you don’t need to bring heavy winter clothing with you. Just bring your own warm base layers, a water bottle, and a camera if you’d like one.
We cap every tour at a maximum of eight guests. This is a core part of how we work — small groups mean a more personal experience, more time with your guide, and a lighter footprint on the wilderness we hike through. As we like to say: the smaller the group, the bigger the experience.
On our evening and night hikes from September through early April, there’s a chance to see the northern lights — but nature doesn’t follow a schedule. We take you away from the city lights to the darkest forest spots, where the sky is at its clearest, and our guides know the best places to watch. We can’t guarantee auroras, but we’ll do everything we can to give you the best possible chance.
All our hiking tours start from our office at Rovakatu 24 in central Rovaniemi.
