The 15 Best Northern Lights Snow Trips

1.Tromsø: Aurora Crystal Lavvo Experience with Snowshoeing

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 222 reviews · 1 day · from $460Our pick

Travel from Tromsø by bus and ferry to Aurora Wonderland Basecamp in Lyngen. Jose, Angelina, and their team serve meals, lead a 2 km snowshoe walk, and teach you to tend the wood stove in your private crystal lavvo while you watch the sky.

“This was the most amazing experience! The family are such gracious hosts and make your stay a fun, warm, memorable experience you will never forget!!”

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2.Abisko: Aurora Snowshoeing

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 59 reviews · 3 hours · from $110

Join Abisko Adventure for a three-hour evening snowshoe walk with guides such as Robin, Erik, or Rebecca. Learn to move across deep snow, follow hare, fox, and ptarmigan tracks, pause for warm berry juice, and watch for stars, moonlight, and possible Northern Lights.

“We had a nice evening with our Guide Robin who seemed to genuinely enjoy showing us how to use snowshoes and touring Abisko. He made sure everyone was good the entire time. Even though we didn't see the Northern Lights we had a fun evening and enjoyed the views of the mountains and the landscape.”

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3.Night Snowshoeing Adventure under the Northern Lights

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 50 reviews · 3 hours · from $123

Join a guide such as Jordi for a three-hour night snowshoe walk near Rovaniemi. Follow forest paths, frozen waterways, or a hilltop chosen for your group, then warm up with hot drinks and a Finnish campfire snack while watching the sky for Northern Lights.

“Belle activité. Ciel magnifique. Guide génial. Bémol, l'activité raquette est un peu courte et assez simple : balade dans une forêt à peine 1h. Le temps de trajet vers le lieu d'activité est de 35'. Le temps de trajet est plus long que l'activité. Le réconfort près du feu est intéressant mais se fait à la fin dans un yourth sur le parking...”

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4.Ruka: Searching for the northern lights with snowshoes

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 27 reviews · 3 hours · from $102Best value

Walk 2 to 5 km through Ruka’s snowy forest by snowshoe, looking for animal tracks, stars, and the northern lights. Guides such as Constantin and Letithia add nature knowledge and local stories, then serve hot drinks and biscuits by a fire. The outing lasts three hours and suits ages 11 and up.

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5.Saariselkä: Northern Lights Hunting Snowshoe Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 26 reviews · 2.5 hours · from $111

Join an English-speaking guide for a 2.5-hour snowshoe walk into Saariselkä’s dark, snow-covered forest. You’ll receive winter gear, learn the basics, stop for hot chocolate, and watch the sky for auroras. Guide Teemo has even pointed out wild-animal tracks along the way.

“It was an exciting experience. Unfortunately because of clouds we couldn't see the northern lights, nevertheless the tour was absolutely great.”

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6.Aurora Borealis Snowshoeing Adventure by Night from Rovaniemi

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 24 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $150Top rated

Leave Rovaniemi after dark for a three-hour snowshoe walk through quiet Lapland wilderness. Your guide adapts the route to the aurora forecast, taking you toward a lake or hilltop with low light pollution. Snowshoes, hot drinks, transport, and small-group guidance are included, but winter clothing is not.

“It was a lovely adventure, charming winter wonderland. No lights activity so this a bit disappointing . The guide Camille was great, helpful and knowledgeable”

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7.Kiruna: Snowshoe Trek with Aurora Hunt and Warm Beverage

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 20 reviews · 3 hours · from $143

Meet Kiruna Guidetur near Scandic Hotel, gear up in winter overalls, boots, snowshoes, and poles, then walk into the snowy forest with an English-speaking guide. Guides such as Jonna, Kevin, Ronja, and Carsten add nature and wilderness stories, with a hot drink and sandwich around a fire.

“Everything on this tour. Ronja is an excellent and most motivated guide. She knows a lot about culture, about the survival in the wilderness, about nature and so many things more. It was a very pleasant trip and we enjoyed every minute of it! Mother nature was on our side and we were overwhelmed by the beauty of the nothern light! Thank you for leading us so well 😍👏🏼”

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8.From Tromsø: Aurora Snowshoe Hike

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 14 reviews · 4 hours · from $183

Meet at Clarion Hotel The Edge, ride 30 minutes to Ersfjordbotn, then snowshoe for three hours with a guide. Truls, Eirik, and Fabian have led recent trips, with aurora tips, phone photography help, snacks, and a hot drink included.

“We were the only ones who had booked the tour, so we had a private tour. Eirik was super friendly. Thank you!”

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9.Snowshoeing with Aurora Crystal-Lavvo Overnight Stay from Tromsø

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 11 reviews · 23 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $473

Travel from Tromsø by bus and ferry to Nord-Lenangen for fish soup, a guided 2 km snowshoe walk, dinner, and a night in your own heated lavvo. Guides Jose, Angie, and their team run a small base camp with shared bathrooms and Northern Lights viewing from the camp.

“José y Angie excelentes anfitriones (también los otros dos chicos de los cuales no recuerdo el nombre; una disculpa) La comida deliciosa, tienen una gran conversación nunca se siente incomoda la interacción. Pudimos ver un poco de la aurora por el clima. Si los recomiendo como parte de la experiencia en Trømso. Gracias por la hospitalidad y por los tips.”

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10.Levi: Aurora Borealis Tour and Stargazing Experience

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 9 reviews · 3 to 4 hours (approx.) · from $131

Meet in Levi at 9:00 pm for a 3 to 4-hour aurora hunt near Köngäs and Rautusjärvi. Your English-speaking guide searches for clear skies, then sets up a campfire, telescope, hot drinks, sausages, and marshmallows. Pickup, heated shelter, snowshoes, and professional photography are included.

“We were a family of 8. We all had an amazing trip. The guides were lovely and very knowledgeable. The snowshoeing was fun. Standing on the frozen lake and seeing all the stars in the sky was out of this world. The hot juice and fire were also very welcome A great night out!”

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11.Night Snowshoeing Adventure under the Northern Lights

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 7 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $125

Join a small group in Rovaniemi for a three-hour night snowshoe walk through forests, across frozen water, or up a hill. Your English-speaking guide chooses the route for snow conditions and aurora chances, then builds a fire with flint and steel for warm drinks and a Finnish campfire snack.

“Extremely good, knowledgeable, friendly guide Good program combined - with snow shoes on a small lake and through the forest, looking for aurora lights (succesful), and grill in a small hut.”

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12.Sälen: Northern Lights Snowshoe Adventure with Pickup

★★★★★★★★★★3.9 · 5 reviews · 3 hours · from $165

From your Sälen hotel, a guide such as Andreas or Johanna drives you to Köarskärsfjället for a three-hour snowshoe outing. Walk through quiet snow, search the sky for auroras, and warm up with hot drinks and a Swedish wrap. Small groups make this a friendly, photo-minded evening.

“My daughter and I very much enjoyed the activities offered by Explore Sälen. Our guide - Andreas, who took us along for the Northern Lights Trail and the Ice Fishing, was welcoming, kind and knowledgeable. He ensured that everyone felt included and was comfortable. We were offered warm drinks and local produce/snacks. Overall, it was a pleasant experience on both occasions and I recommend others to consider Explore Sälen. Thank you Sandia”

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13.Ski Trekking under the Northern Lights

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $141

Leave Rovaniemi for a three-and-a-half-hour night ski trek through Lapland forests, hills, swamps, or a frozen lake. Your guide teaches basic backcountry skiing, seeks clear northern views, and serves coffee, hot chocolate, sausages, flatbread, and Finnish mustard by the fire.

“I had an excellent time on this tour - our guide Jo was wonderful and helpful. I loved the small group vibe, it felt safer as I was skiing for the first time. We unfortunately didn’t really see the lights but could see them a bit in photos, it was just cloudy. It was cold but the overalls and boots provided were great and it was a very easy process from arriving at the centre, to getting changed, and getting on location. Ending in a little teepee with a fire was great and I loved getting a little info on Finnish traditions. Would definitely recommend this company.”

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14.Private Northern Lights Tour With Skis Or Snowshoes in Pyhä

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $169

Choose skis or snowshoes for a private three-hour outing in Pyhätunturi. Your guide teaches the basics, leads you through the dark forest to a traditional campsite, and serves hot drinks with local snacks by the fire. Mikko has also guided families and children with care.

“We have been walking with snowshoes at -25°c, the environment was immaculate and totally wild, we climbed a hill and had a barbecue in a hut. We also spotted a beginning of northern light, the sky was very clear”

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15.LEVI Adults Only Northern Lights Hunt with Snowshoeing

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews · 6 hours · from $259

Join a guide such as Erwin for a six-hour adults-only Northern Lights hunt from Levi. Snowshoe through quiet Arctic forests, follow aurora forecasts to remote viewing spots, eat a hot Scandinavian dinner outdoors, and receive professional photos and camera help.

“I experienced an unforgettable night in a Finnish national park, surrounded by the northern lights and a breathtaking starry sky. Our guide, Erwin, prepared everything perfectly for me, including warm clothing, hot water, food, and snacks, which made the whole experience comfortable and enjoyable. He is truly the most professional guide I have ever met. Erwin helped me take many beautiful photos and patiently explained Sami culture, as well as the plants and animals of the forest. He was incredibly kind and patient throughout the entire journey. Without him, I would never have had such a magical and unforgettable aurora-chasing night.”

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