Rovaniemi: Drive New 2025 Snowmobiles on Arctic Safari
Description
Experience snowmobiling in Lapland in a simple and accessible way, designed to be suitable for first-time riders and small groups. Operated by The Original Aurora Hunters®, Arctic GM is a family-run company with roots in Lapland dating back to the 1600s, combining local knowledge with a strong focus on safety, comfort, and personal guidance. Your experience begins with pickup and transfer to the base, where you’ll receive clear driving instructions before setting off on snowmobiles shared between two guests, with the option to switch drivers during the ride. The route includes approximately 1 hour of driving through forest trails and across private land, including a scenic lake area, in quieter locations away from busy tourist routes. Several stops are made along the way to enjoy the surroundings and take photos of the Arctic landscape. With a total duration of around 3 hours, this is a well-balanced and easy introduction to snowmobiling in Lapland.
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Itinerary
Begin your experience at a central meeting point in Rovaniemi, where you will meet your guide before departing by coach to Arctic GM’s private snowmobile base, located in a quiet forest area away from busy tourist routes. On arrival, you will be provided with thermal overalls, helmets, and all necessary equipment. Your guide will give clear safety instructions and demonstrate how to operate the snowmobiles, making the experience suitable for beginners. You will then set off on a guided snowmobile ride, with approximately 1 hour of driving through forest trails and across private land, including a scenic frozen lake area. Snowmobiles are shared between two guests, with a driver change during the ride. Several stops are made along the way to enjoy the surroundings and take photos of the Arctic landscape. After returning to base, warm up with hot drinks and light snacks before the transfer back to Rovaniemi. Total duration is approximately 3 hours.
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Important Information
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Driver is liable for snowmobile damages, max self-liability 950€ per person per accident
- Travel insurance and other emergencies are not included
- Children under 18 years old must be accompanied by an adult
- This tour is not available for children younger than 6 years old
- Children at least 15 years old and at least 140 cm tall can sit behind a driver as passengers
- Children younger than 15 years travel in a sled pulled by the guide’s snowmobile
- The driver of a snowmobile must be at least 18 years old and hold a valid driving license (class B)
- The driver must be able to present the driving license and sign a liability waiver
- Each snowmobile fits two; solo riders must buy two tickets for their own ride
Reviews(214)
We enjoyed our tour - our guide was patient and clear in his explanation and he made ample stops for those of us behind to catch up. Trail scenery was nice and there was a nice variety of hot dogs available at the BBQ. ☺️ Overall a fun experience. Highly recommend!
Fantastic organization. Wonderful transfers and environment
The snowmobile tour was very fun! Well organized and in small groups. We also liked that there was a BBQ included (with vegetarian option per request). In the beginning we had to wait a little bit until the bus arrived but it was not too bad. You get to switch drivers in the middle of the ride which was nice and there is time to take pictures. We rode through a beautiful snow landscape!
It was an amazing experience. Everything was well organised. We had a great time
It was very worth it. The goods all very friendly
Excellent day, top french guide
amazing tour and amazing people
My wife and I had an amazing time with this Snowmobile Safari. It was easy to find the store and the team at Arctic GM were fantastic. They helped you fit the right gear and the clothes and helmet they gave were great quality. The snowmobiles were new and worked with no issues. Nice sausage and bread after the tour, by a camp fire was good. Great tour and experience, would 100% recommend.
It was the most amazing experience we had. A traditional Finnish hot dog at the end. Very good
Fantastic adventure with professional instructors. Totally loved this 💖
