Rovaniemi: Lapland Canoe Trip
- Paddle along the beautiful lakes and rivers at your own pace and spot the Arctic wildlife
- Learn the basic techniques from an experienced guide before you hit the water
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Overview
Discover the peaceful summer scenery of Lapland with this guided canoeing tour. The activity level is adapted to your skills to let you enjoy Arctic nature in the most relaxing way!
What's included?
Pick-up/drop-off in central Rovaniemi
Canoes, paddles and life jackets
Qualified canoeing guide
Safety instructions and basic canoeing lessons
Travel emissions offset by tree planting.
Campfire snacks and hot drinks
Alcoholic drinks not allowed
What to expect?
Canoeing is the perfect and relaxing way to discover Lapland in summer while respecting its untouched nature. Finland, also known as the Land of a Thousand Lakes, is covered by more than 188 000 lakes. A significant amount of them are located in Lapland. The lakes and rivers are home to many birds and little mammals, such as geese, swans, longspurs, cranes, otters and many others. If you are lucky enough, you may spot them!
During this activity, your qualified canoe guide will teach you the basic techniques of how to canoe and provide you with all the safety instructions needed. You will be explained how to use the paddles, how to move on water and steer your canoe, how to react if capsizing, etc. Your guide will always keep an eye on you and come to your aid if you need help.
While paddling, you feel the peacefulness of nature surrounding you and enjoy a completely different perspective of Lapland!
Once back onshore, you will be welcomed by an open fire and some typical Finnish campfire snacks. This is a good moment for your guide to show you how to build and light a fire (without matches or lighter!) using flint & steel. They will also explain to you more about Lapland, life in the Arctic, and nature. Every moment of this tour is a great opportunity for those of you who are photography enthusiasts, so do not forget to bring your camera along.
The tour lasts 3 hours, including transportation, canoeing and safety instructions, paddling time (60 to 90 minutes depending on your level) and the snack around the fire.
In all our activities, our groups are limited to 8 people maximum. It is very important for us to provide you with the best experience 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. As we usually say - the smaller the group, the bigger the experience!
Please note
The tour operates in all weather conditions. Please dress suitably for this trip, check the weather the day before and have the necessary items ready. Not recommended for participants with heart complaints or other serious medical conditions.
The tour may be adapted, or cancelled, due to unsafe weather conditions.
Hotel pick-ups commence 10 - 60 minutes prior to the start time. Your pick up time will be confirmed by email.
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Meeting point city center: Rovakatu 24, Rovaniemi (if you don't need pick-up)
Pick-up: please note your pick-up point when booking, or inform us at help@booknordics.com
What to bring
Please bring a bottle of water and some spare clothing for your comfort.
Travel notice
The tour may be adapted, or cancelled, due to unsafe weather conditions.
Hotel pick-ups commence 10 - 60 minutes prior to the start time. Your pick up time will be confirmed by email.