The 10 Kemi Tours That Are Worth the Money

1.Finnish Sight-Skiing Experience in Lapland

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 50 reviews · 2 hours · from $81Our pick

Meet Marko, Essi, or another English- or Finnish-speaking instructor at Kemi’s SnowCastle. After a short safety briefing, you’ll learn diagonal skiing and free skating on tracks around Sauvosaari, then glide toward Mansikkanokka and Laitakari. Skis, boots, poles, instruction, and route photos are included.

“We had so much fun! It was a unique way to learn more about Finland. Marko was wonderful! I would highly recommend this activity.”

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2.Tornio: Starguaranteed Northern Lights Auroras

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 48 reviews · from $112

Join an English or Finnish speaking guide for a 3 to 5 hour Aurora hunt from Kemi, Tornio, or Haparanda. You will travel 15 to 30 minutes to a suitable viewing station, learn how Aurora apps work, walk near Kalli outdoor area, and warm up with sausages and marshmallows. Guides including Marko and Timo may also arrange photography.

“We got our Aurora! It’s so phenomenal! They even have a professional camera man and sharing season on the stars and Aurora pattern (dancing). 👍”

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3.Northern Lights Auroras from Kemi-Tornio with Pickup

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 44 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $118

Join Marko Vapa’s Aurora hunt from Kemi or Haparanda-Tornio. You’ll ride 15 to 30 minutes to a changing viewing site, follow sky and forecast conditions, and learn how to photograph the lights from guides such as Marko and Timo. Round-trip transfers are included, with possible Aurora photoshoots when the lights appear.

“We had a great tour and saw the northern lights very clearly :) Marko and Timo are great guides, who also give a lot of information about the area!”

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4.Icetrek to Old Kemi

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 19 reviews · 2.5 hours · from $57Best value

Starting at Kemi SnowCastle, you’ll cross the frozen Ostrobothnian Sea with poles, then explore Laitakari, the island where Kemi began. Guides such as Marko explain ice safety, Finnish wood-industry traditions, and the abandoned sawmill village. Allow 2.5 hours, wear warm clothing, and expect changes if weather affects the ice.

“Such a beautiful experience. Markko is full of joy and passion for what he does. He educated us and made us laugh! The trekk itself, the colors of the sunset, learning how to walk on the ice.. we felt like kids again.”

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5.Tornio: Husky Sled Ride with Hot Drink

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 17 reviews · 2.5 hours · from $229

At Sea Lapland Safaris in Kemi, you’ll dress in winter gear, share a sled with another person, and take turns driving a team of Alaskan huskies along a 5 km trail. Afterward, meet the dogs, hear about kennel life, and warm up with a hot drink. Pickup is available from selected Tornio-Haparanda hotels.

“Het was fantastisch. Er was vooraf een duidelijke uitleg. En je mocht zelf de slee besturen. En je rijdt niet ‘bumper aan bumper’. Er rijdt iemand mee (op afstand) met een sneeuwscooter. En voor ons was de ‘weg’ vrij. Geen andere slee voor of achter ons. Geweldige omgeving waar je doorheen komt. Echt een aanrader!”

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6.Tornio: Ice Fishing Safari with Snowmobiles

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 9 reviews · 2 hours · from $182

From Kemi SnowCastle Resort, you’ll suit up in warm gear, learn snowmobile safety, and follow your guide across the frozen Bothnian Bay. Two people share one snowmobile, taking turns driving to an ice-fishing spot. You’ll drill fishing holes, try traditional ice fishing, and warm up with hot drinks.

“Esperienza meravigliosa! si guida con le motoslitte in mezzo al golfo di botsnia completamente ghiacciato circondati da alberi innevati e il sole che che spunta fra gli alberi che crea degli incredibili giochi di luce. ci siamo fermati in un punto e abbiamo iniziato a trapanare per fare i buchi nel ghiaccio. la nostra guida, molto professionale, ci ha aiutato e sostenuto per tutto il tempo. ci ha acceso un fuocherello e ci ha riscaldato con un buonissimo succo caldo. consigliatissima!!”

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7.Tornio: Night Safari on Snowmobiles

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 9 reviews · 2 hours · from $176

Ride a snowmobile through Kemi’s snowy forest and across the frozen Bothnian Bay at night. You’ll share a machine, take turns driving, then warm up with a hot drink and snacks by a campfire. The route may change, so ask if forest riding is operating on your date.

“Despite the instructor being very friendly and professional throughout the experience, this tour was not what was advertised. We booked this night snowmobile tour because it was described as being partly in the forest and partly on the frozen sea. However, the tour took place almost entirely on the open sea, riding in circles around the same area for most of the time. There was no forest riding at all. The scenery was very monotonous and, being fully exposed at night, it was much colder and windier than it would have been in the forest. When we asked about riding through the trees, we were told it wasn’t possible because…”

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8.Icetrek to Old Kemi

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 7 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $58

Walk 2 to 3 km across the frozen sea from Kemi to Old Kemi Laitakari island with guides such as Marko, Timo, or Essi. Learn basic icetrekking, see the deserted sawmill’s industrial ruins, and enjoy views over Kemi and the Bothnian Bay. The route is flat but requires moderate fitness and suitable weather.

“Marko walked us across the iced sea sharing his great experience and knowledge of the Baltic Sea and Kemi region. A very interesting 2,5 hours walk”

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9.Tornio: Nature tour with snowshoes

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 4 reviews · 2.5 hours · from $123

You’ll leave Sea Lapland Safaris in Kemi, dress in supplied winter gear, and ride to a snowy trailhead. An English or Finnish guide leads a 2.5-hour snowshoe walk, shares wildlife facts, and stops at a traditional Lappish hut for hot drinks, snacks, and a campfire. Pickup is available from selected Tornio-Haparanda hotels.

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10.Tornio: Snowmobile Forest Safari w/ Hot Drink & Snacks

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews · 3 hours · from $306

Meet at Sea Lapland Safaris in Kemi, suit up in winter gear, and learn snowmobile basics before following your guide across frozen Bothnian Bay and into snowy forest. You will share a snowmobile, take turns driving, search for animal tracks, and stop by a campfire for hot drinks and snacks.

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