The 15 Best Ice Fishing Trips in Rovaniemi

1.Snowmobile and Ice Fishing Adventure with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 879 reviews · 5 hours · from $222Our pick

Leave central Rovaniemi with Safartica for about three hours of snowmobiling across forests, frozen rivers, and lakes. You’ll share a machine, swap drivers, drill an ice-fishing hole, and eat hot soup with coffee or glögi. Guides such as Patrik, Laura, Emil, and Vasi are praised for calm, careful instruction.

“Our tour with Vasi was absolutely fantastic! We did a snowmobile tour with her, and she made the experience truly unforgettable. She was always incredibly dedicated, flexible, and friendly, making sure everyone in the group felt comfortable and well taken care of. Her attention to detail and enthusiasm made the adventure even more special. The conversations with her were insightful and engaging. Without a doubt, she is one of the best tour guides I have ever had. If you have the chance to do a tour with Vasi, don't hesitate – you won’t regret it!”

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2.Ice Fishing Experience

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 379 reviews · 3 hours · from $104

Spend three hours with a local English-speaking guide learning ice fishing on a frozen lake near Rovaniemi. You will walk through an old forest, drill your own fishing hole, try traditional gear, and warm up in a kota tent with fire-cooked sausages, marshmallows, and hot drinks. Guides such as Clara, Lorenzo, Viktor, and Laura are praised for their patient, family-friendly help.

“Our guide Viktor was amazing!!! And the fact that we were a small group made the experience extra special.”

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3.Ice Fishing & Snowmobile Safari Combo Day

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 268 reviews · 4.5 hours · from $190

You’ll spend 4.5 hours riding about 20 kilometers by snowmobile, then trying traditional ice fishing on a frozen lake. Guides such as Janne, Mirlo, Marco, and Chiara are known for adding local stories and patient instruction. Winter gear, transfers, fishing equipment, sausages, and hot drinks are included.

“We enjoyed the activity very much because of our guide Janne. He was so nice to share his experience as a local of Rovaniemi, how locals spend their holidays, the local delicacies etc. He made us feel like we’re on an activity with a very close friend! Furthermore, he took care of us very well, making sure we’re warm and cosy throughout the activity. Thumbs up to Janne!”

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4.Snowshoeing and Ice Fishing Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 190 reviews · 4 hours · from $135

Travel about 20 kilometers north of Rovaniemi, snowshoe through Arctic forest, and walk onto a frozen lake for ice fishing. Your English-speaking guide supplies winter gear, teaches you to drill the ice, and shows you how to start a fire without matches. Expect a small group of up to eight, hot drinks, and a campfire snack.

“Ana was a wonderful guide! She made our day extremely pleasant anf full of new learnings!”

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5.Arctic Circle Ice Fishing Experience

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 101 reviews · 4 hours · from $104

Spend four hours on a frozen lake near Rovaniemi, learning traditional ice fishing with an English-speaking guide. You get transport, fishing gear, winter overalls, boots, gloves, hot juice, and sausages by a campfire. Guides such as Jack, Sam, Thomas, and Halsho have helped beginners drill holes, fish, and enjoy the Arctic scenery.

“the place the guide took us to was fabulous. he was very kind and very helpful. it was a fun and out of the ordinary tour. fishing on the frozen lake is truly unique, you feel immersed in nature.”

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6.Snowmobile and Ice Fishing Experience

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 87 reviews · 4 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $240

This 4.5-hour Rovaniemi outing combines a guided snowmobile ride with ice fishing on a frozen lake. Nordic Unique Travels provides winter overalls and boots, hotel pickup from central Rovaniemi, fishing instruction, and a fire-cooked meal of salmon, sausages, bread, and hot berry juice. Guides such as Alvaro, GiGi, Lucas, and Alberto have been praised for patient, friendly help, though busy dates can feel slow.

“This tour was cancelled at 5pm the night before. Alternative tours were offered. But, canceling at the last minute is inconsiderate and didn't allow for us to find another tour company to do the activity we wished. We opted for a different tour. The site host, Jodi, was professional and friendly.”

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7.Ice Fishing and Snowmobile Tour with Snacks

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 86 reviews · 5 hours · from $169

Spend five hours in the quiet wilderness outside Rovaniemi with StayLapland. Ride a snowmobile to a frozen lake, learn ice fishing, and share local snacks and warm drinks by a campfire. Guides including Sofia, Sergio, and Marina have helped make this a warm, personal outing. Pickup, winter clothing, equipment, and English guidance are included.

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8.ICE FISHING experience

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 81 reviews · 2 hours · from $100

You’ll ride from your accommodation to a frozen lake or river near Rovaniemi, cut a hole in the ice, and try fishing for about an hour. The guide provides gear and a hot drink. Groups are limited to nine, with French, English, Spanish, Catalan, and Persian available. Guide Valentin has led French-language outings.

“tout était parfait, même si nous n'avons pas pêché de poissons nous avons pu observer un superbe parhélie et également un arc en ciel blanc 😊”

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9.Half-Day Snowmobile & Ice Fishing Experience

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 80 reviews · 4.5 hours · from $258

Spend 4.5 hours in Lapland riding a snowmobile in pairs, drilling through frozen lake ice, and eating a Lappish BBQ. English-speaking guides such as Robert and Zak have been praised for their friendly help. Pickup, winter clothing, equipment, and food are included, with vegetarian and vegan options available on request.

“Alles gut organisiert, von der Abholung, Transport bis zu den Aktivitäten. Es war ein unvergessliches Erlebnis. Danke an unser Guide Zak.”

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10.Lappish Lunch Break -Snowmobiling, ice fishing and tasty food

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 63 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $233Top rated

From Safartica in central Rovaniemi, you’ll ride a snowmobile through snowy forests and across frozen rivers, learn to cut an ice-fishing hole, and eat hot Lappish soup in a warm tent. Winter clothing, equipment, instruction, hot drinks, and a two-person snowmobile are included. Guides such as Juho, Diia, Alexie, and Anu have led recent outings.

“A beautiful experience riding the snow mobile and ice fishing. Our guide Diia was friendly and encouraging. We had a great time🤗”

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11.VIP Ice Fishing “ICEBREAKER” Lunch in Glass Igloo

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 39 reviews · 3 to 4 hours (approx.) · from $349

Spend about three hours with a private guide such as Andrew, Kate, or Katharina, fishing through Arctic ice, riding snow scooters, and eating a three-course Lapland lunch beside a fire in your own glass igloo. Hotel pickup, Canada Goose clothing, gear, WiFi, and family menus are included.

“Top top activité! Personne très sympa! Aimable! Peut venir vous récupérer à votre domicile! Repas top! Activité 10/10✅”

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12.Lapland: Ice Fishing, Floating & BBQ Snow Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 37 reviews · 6.5 hours · from $281

Head into Lapland’s Arctic forest for guided ice fishing, a salmon BBQ, and ice floating in a survival suit. Your English-speaking guide provides transport, winter clothing, fishing gear, hot drinks, and help with every activity. Guides such as Albane, Luka, and Leah have been praised for their friendly help and photos.

“The guide and transport was great. The ice fishing with fake bait is more for fishing experience. Chances to catch a fish is low. The BBQ salmon & marshmallow was delicious. The ice-floating experience was great too. Worth a try. Though the water doesnt sip through, we could still feel abit coldness from the icy waters. Overall, it was a good experience.”

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13.Snowshoeing and Ice Fishing Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 35 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $137

Leave Rovaniemi for a quiet snowy setting, learn to use snowshoes, and walk to a frozen lake for guided ice fishing. Your guide helps drill the hole and build a fire, while Finnish snacks, hot drinks, and grilled sausages keep you warm. If you catch a legal-sized fish, it may be cooked over the fire. The tour runs in English and small groups of up to eight.

“Het sneeuwschoenwandelen was echt geweldig! We kozen om het bospad te doen en dit was uitdagend, maar veel leuker dan enkel over het meer. Eenmaal klaar met wandelen zochten we een plekje op het meer om een gat te maken. Dit was erg leuk. Tijdens het vissen zelf moet je staan en krijg je geen stoeltjes. Helaas niets gevangen, maar er werd ook niet uitgelegd wat de beste manier is om een vis te vangen enkel hoe ver je lijn in het water moet hangen. Achteraf bleek dat je zo stil mogelijk moet staan en zijn. Gelukkig was het vuurtje in de tipi tent heerlijk en waren de worstjes die…”

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14.Ice Fishing Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 33 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $106

Leave Rovaniemi for a quiet frozen lake with a guide such as Matu, Eneko, or Barbs. Learn to drill through thick ice, fish with simple gear, and warm up in a teepee with hot drinks, snacks, and sausages. You might catch a fish, but the still Arctic setting is the main reward.

“This is fun little trip, but just a taster or introduction to Ice fishing so don't expect too much! its a 25 minute drive there and back, with a short trek from the vehicle to get out into the frozen lake. After drilling your hole in the ice and getting set up, there's approx. 1 hour to fish. Then you can warm up in the tepee and cook sausages over a log fire. Our Guide Emily was very friendly and helpful. Overall and fun morning and good experience.”

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15.“ICEBREAKER” Ice Fishing VIP Private Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 28 reviews · 3 to 4 hours (approx.) · from $329

This private Rovaniemi outing combines a snow-scooter ride, guided ice fishing, and a three-course Taste of Lapland lunch in a heated glass igloo. Pickup is available anywhere in Rovaniemi, with Canada Goose clothing, adult and children’s scooters, and vegan, vegetarian, and kids’ meals available by request. Guides have included Andrew, Igor, and Vadim.

“Esperienza meravigliosa, i ragazzi si sono divertiti un sacco! Vadim meraviglioso, sempre efficiente e premuroso nonostante i -22!! Bel paesaggio e buon pranzo, buona zuppa al salmone e ottima la torta di mirtilli!”

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