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15 Northern Lights Snowmobile Safaris Worth the Flight North

18 tours  ·  from $69 a seat

You drive, the guide leads, and the engine stops somewhere dark. These 15 snowmobile nights across Lapland and the Arctic are compared on driving time, licence rules and whether you share the machine.

Rovaniemi: Aurora Borealis Snowmobile Safari with Campfire - What happens at the meeting point
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Rovaniemi: Aurora Borealis Snowmobile Safari with Campfire

1.Aurora Borealis Snowmobile Safari with Campfire

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 1,108 reviews · 4 hours · from $163Our pick

Join Arctic Circle Snowmobile Park for a four-hour evening safari from Rovaniemi. You will share a snowmobile, ride for about two hours through snowy forests and frozen-lake country, then stop by a fire for hot juice and cookies. A driving license is required, while children and non-drivers ride in a warm sled.

“Loved it. The snowmobile ride was safe and fun. The best part was the Aurora Borealis which we saw 30 mins into the safari. The guides offered hot berry drink and some cinnamon biscuits which is nice to have in the -20C weather. The only thing that could have been better is the trail, which we were driving in the same loop multiple times.”

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Levi: Snowmobile Northern Lights Hunting Trip - Why the ride is more than a way to find the aurora
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Levi: Snowmobile Northern Lights Hunting Trip

2.Snowmobile Northern Lights Hunting Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 610 reviews · 3 hours · from $187

Ride a snowmobile through Levi’s dark Arctic forests for three hours, stopping at scenic points and a warm hut for juice and possibly sausages. Two people share each machine, while children ride under blankets in a sledge. English-speaking guides such as Carlos, Kevin, Matias, Marko, and Erica lead the night.

“It was good, not excellent. The guides were great. Our youngest wasn't allowed on the back of a snowmobile which was disappointing, as he was 2 years ago with another company when he was a foot shorter!”

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Inari: Northern Lights Hunt Snowmobile Safari - Learning to handle the snowmobile
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Inari: Northern Lights Hunt Snowmobile Safari

3.Northern Lights Hunt Snowmobile Safari

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 195 reviews · 5 hours · from $199

Drive a snowmobile through Inari’s silent forest at night, then stop at a tepee or hut for sausages, snacks, hot drinks, and sky watching. Guides such as David, Marco, Sam, and Arvid have earned strong praise for safety and care. The Aurora is never guaranteed, but the dark setting gives you a serious chance to see it.

“It could have not been more perfect! I was hesitant to book at first because our Airbnb is at an inconvenient location, but when I booked the tour I asked if they could pick us up at our place they were able to do so. David was our wonderful guide! And he could not have been nicer and more accommodating to us and our group. On the way to pickup some more of our group, David stopped on the side of the road so we could see the lights. It was amazing and so unexpected! It was also fortunate because during our snowmobile trip we actually couldn’t see any lights…”

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Rovaniemi: Northern Lights Snowmobile Hunt - What the one-hour snowmobile ride is really like
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Rovaniemi: Northern Lights Snowmobile Hunt

4.Northern Lights Snowmobile Hunt

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 183 reviews · 3.5 hours · from $69Best value

You’ll ride a shared snowmobile for about an hour into the Arctic night while an English-speaking guide explains the Northern Lights and local nature. Winter overalls and boots are included. Bring a driver’s license, and remember that sightings depend on weather and solar activity.

“This was a fun experience, no lights were visible but the guides were exceedingly polite and informative”

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Levi: Northern Lights Snowmobile Safari and Campfire Picnic - Hunting for the Northern Lights
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Levi: Northern Lights Snowmobile Safari and Campfire Picnic

5.Northern Lights Snowmobile Safari and Campfire Picnic

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 116 reviews · 3 hours · from $218

From Levi, you’ll ride into the Arctic forest on a guided snowmobile safari, with winter gear, hotel transfers, and a campfire stop included. Guides such as Jere and Lukas have helped with driving and camera settings on past outings. Children can ride in a guide-pulled sled, and non-drivers can join as scenic passengers.

“Absolutely loved this. So accommodating to us and our children. 100% recommend”

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Abisko: Aurora Chasing with Snowmobiles - Your choices: snowmobile, shared machine, or sled
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Abisko: Aurora Chasing with Snowmobiles

6.Aurora Chasing with Snowmobiles

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 113 reviews · 3 hours · from $105

Ride a snowmobile or sled through Abisko Valley, toward Abiskojaure, or across frozen Lake Torne Träsk as your English-speaking guide searches for clear skies and aurora. Guides such as Jacob, Fabio, Amanda, and Edward are known for friendly instruction and patient searching. Warm clothing, helmets, drinks, and a snack are included.

“Unfortunately, we couldn’t see the Northern Lights due to the weather conditions. However, our guide really did his best to make the experience enjoyable despite this. The conversations were great, very informative and entertaining, and the atmosphere was warm and friendly. Even without the lights, we still had a pleasant and memorable evening.”

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Snowmobile Aurora Expedition with dinner - Switching drivers and managing the cold
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Snowmobile Aurora Expedition with dinner

7.Snowmobile Aurora Expedition with dinner

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 111 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $259

From Kiruna, you collect winter gear, ride a minivan to the forest, and learn to drive a snowmobile before crossing snowy woods, frozen lakes, and the Torne River. Guides such as Paul, Claudia, Saran, and Richard have led past departures. The evening ends at a hut with reindeer souvas, dessert, and a fire. Aurora sightings depend on weather.

“Friendly, knowledgeable guides. Incredible experience travelling over frozen lakes and through forests with the aurora on display - loved every minute of it”

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Kiruna: Northern Lights Snowmobile Tour with Transfer - Getting ready with winter gear and a helmet
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Kiruna: Northern Lights Snowmobile Tour with Transfer

8.Northern Lights Snowmobile Tour with Transfer

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 95 reviews · 3 hours · from $188

Ride a snowmobile from Kiruna or Jukkasjärvi through snowy forests and along the Torne River with an English-speaking guide such as John, Danny, or Dennis. You’ll receive warm gear and a helmet, stop for coffee or tea and a sandwich, and search the night sky for northern lights. A dinner upgrade is also available.

“Great! Danny our guide was very helpful and great to talk to. The winter gear was super warm, snowmobile in good condition. We felt safe and well cared for.”

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Levi Northern lights by snowmobile - Sharing a snowmobile and learning the controls
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Levi Northern lights by snowmobile

9.Levi Northern lights by snowmobile

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 87 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $191

Set out from Levi at 8 p.m. for a three-hour snowmobile search for the aurora. You will share a snowmobile, follow a guide through snowy forests and open areas, and stop to warm up. Children ride in a covered sledge behind the guide. Elina, Carlos, Marco, and other guides have been praised for their care and patience.

“We had a great time on the Levi Northern Lights by Snowmobile excursion. Unfortunately, we couldn’t complete the full excursion as planned due to the extremely cold weather conditions. I really appreciated the honesty of the team in ensuring our safety—they offered us the option to reschedule or cancel for a full refund. We chose to go ahead with the excursion, and it was a wonderful experience. Our tour guide was fantastic, and the first round of snowmobiling (about 1.5 hours) was exciting and well-organized. We returned for a hot drink, which was much needed after being out in the cold. Although we were offered the chance to go out…”

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Rovaniemi: Search for Northern Lights Snowmobiling Trip - Seeing the northern lights from the forest
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Rovaniemi: Search for Northern Lights Snowmobiling Trip

10.Search for Northern Lights Snowmobiling Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 70 reviews · 2 hours · from $199

You’ll ride a snowmobile through snowy forests outside Rovaniemi after dark, with about 90 minutes on the trail and warm clothing supplied. An English-speaking guide leads up to six snowmobiles, stopping at good northern lights viewpoints. You need a Finnish-valid B-category license to drive, and two adults share one snowmobile unless you pay for a single rider.

“Ruben was an amazing guide! We had a great time! Such a fun adventure!”

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Northern Lights Snowmobile Hunt - Getting familiar with the snowmobile
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Northern Lights Snowmobile Hunt

11.Northern Lights Snowmobile Hunt

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 69 reviews · 3 to 4 hours (approx.) · from $191

Ride a shared snowmobile from Rovaniemi into the dark forest, stop for hot snacks around a campfire, and scan the sky for auroras. The 3 to 4-hour outing includes equipment, hotel transfers, and an optional solo-rider upgrade. Guides such as Matias have earned praise for friendly, safe instruction, though ride time can be brief.

“My tour guides were fun , knowledgeable, they kept us safe at all times specially snowmobiling at night. Must take your”

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From Alta: Northern Lights Night Adventure By Snowmobile - Getting dressed for a real Arctic night
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From Alta: Northern Lights Night Adventure By Snowmobile

12.Northern Lights Night Adventure By Snowmobile

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 58 reviews · 4 hours · from $278

From Alta, you’ll ride a snowmobile along the old postal road toward Beskardes on Finnmarksvidda. No experience is needed, and guides such as Roger and John have been praised for patient instruction and regular safety checks. You’ll share a snowmobile, switch drivers, stop for breaks, and search the dark sky for aurora.

“Absolutely amazing and Worth every penny! We catched aurora during, and before the trip also!!! This is a must have experience do not leave Alta without doing this”

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Kiruna: Northern Lights Snowmobile Tour - Warm clothing is included, but dress sensibly
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Kiruna: Northern Lights Snowmobile Tour

13.Northern Lights Snowmobile Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 50 reviews · 3.5 hours · from $132Top rated

You’ll ride through snowy forests and across quiet winter trails near Poikkijärvi, guided in English by experienced leaders such as Henrik, Daniel, or Sony. Choose to drive your own snowmobile, share driving with one other person, or sit in a guide-pulled sled. Warm clothing, boots, helmets, and a hot drink are included.

“Our guide Henrik was absolutely amazing! He is incredibly friendly and has a great sense of humor. Throughout the trip, he shared many local insights and stories. To our surprise, we even managed to see the Northern Lights on a snowy day! It was a truly joyful experience! Highly recommend this tour!”

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Premium Aurora Snowmobile Ride With Panoramic Views - Learning the snowmobile before the dark ride
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Premium Aurora Snowmobile Ride With Panoramic Views

14.Premium Aurora Snowmobile Ride With Panoramic Views

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 42 reviews · 5 hours · from $330

Spend five hours with Adventure Lapland near Kiruna, beginning with a fire-cooked tipi dinner at Máttaráhkká Northern Lights Lodge. Then share a snowmobile with a friend or another participant and ride smooth trails toward Mt. Ednamvarri. Guides such as Fabio, Clémentine, and Thomas have led the evening, with Arctic clothing and photos included.

“We had an amazing tour with Fabio! One of the highlights of our trip to Swedish Lapland. Everything on the tour was smooth, from pickup to gear fitting to dinner to going out on the snowmobiles and seeing the Northern Lights! Fabio was informative, friendly, and an all-around exceptional guide. He really made the experience a highlight! Highly recommend booking this tour for your trip to Lapland!”

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Levi: Northern Lights Snowmobile Safari

15.Northern Lights Snowmobile Safari

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 32 reviews · 3 hours · from $159

You’ll drive a shared snowmobile through snowy Lapland after dark, guided in English or Finnish toward a Northern Lights camp. At a hut, sausages cook over an open fire while you warm up with a hot drink. Aurora sightings are never promised, but the night ride is the main event.

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