Ice fishing in Finnish Lapland
Learn a brand new skill during your time in Lapland - the traditional art of ice fishing. You'll learn how to break through the ice to reach the water below, as well as how to set up your fishing rod with the hopes of making a big catch!
Area
Finnish Lapland
Type
Wildlife & Nature
Grade
Standard
Who
Adults
Difficulty
Moderate
The basics of ice-fishing are very simple; all you need is a frozen body of water, and just five centimeters of ice is enough to bare the weight of a person. Once your guide has helped you choose the perfect fishing spot, you need a core drill to make a hole in the ice. Catching fish is largely down to luck, although experienced fishers will know how to choose the right spot, taking in to consideration the direction of the wind and understanding how the fish behave at different times of the year. The locals usually know the best places to go so keep an eye out for where they are setting up!
Spring is the best time for ice-fishing as the fish are more eager to take bait at this time of year.
Recommended Hotels Nearby
A selection of luxury hotel options in the area, handpicked and recommended by our travel specialists.
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View AccommodationOctola
Octola is a luxury 10-bedroom wilderness chalet perfect for small groups or large families. Located on a private wilderness reserve in Finnish Lapland, surrounded by wild reindeer, the chalet offers ultimate privacy, tailored exclusively for you.
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View AccommodationBeana Laponia
Beana Laponia is an adults-only boutique hotel in the heart of Finnish Lapland. Surrounded by a mesmerising snowy landscape, Beana Laponia offers a wilderness hideaway with an abundance of winter activities on its doorstep.
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View AccommodationRovaniemi Christmas Chalets
Our magical Christmas chalets offer an authentic winter wonderland experience for a memorable family stay. Despite feeling tucked away, the chalets are just a 5-minute drive to Rovaniemi, offering convenient access to Lapland's winter activities.
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View AccommodationWilderness Hotel Inari
Wilderness Hotel Inari enjoys an enviable location in Northern Lapland on the edge of Lake Inari, making it the perfect spot to enjoy endless snowy views with optimal chances of spotting the elusive Northern Lights.
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View AccommodationJavri Lodge
Javri Lodge is a stunning adults-only chalet-style property situated in the beautiful setting of Saariselkä in Finnish Lapland. It is the perfect for couples to get away from it all and cosy up by the fire after a full day of activities out in the snow.
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View AccommodationGolden Crown Glass Igloos
Golden Crown Glass Igloos are a collection of just 27 igloos, from where, with luck, you can spot the Northern Lights from your bed! The igloos are dotted along the ridge of a fell with stunning views over Finnish Lapland's unspoilt wilderness.
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View AccommodationWilderness Hotel Nellim
Located in the far north of Finnish Lapland, the Wilderness Hotel Nellim offers comfortable accommodation in a remote position ideal for Northern Lights viewings and off-the-beaten-track experiences to truly get you back to nature.
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View AccommodationAurora Village
Aurora village offers cosy Aurora Cabins where you can relax in your bed and watch the sky above through a glass ceiling. With just 25 cabins there is plenty of privacy for you to enjoy excellent service and the surrounding Lapland winter wonderland.
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View AccommodationWilderness Hotel Nangu
Wilderness Hotel Nangu is located in a remote spot on the southern shore of Lake Inari, with breath-taking views, perfect for experiencing the Northern Lights! As an adults-only destination this is the perfect escape for couples or friends.
More Experiences in This Area
Discover more things to do in the area and chat to our specialists about crafting these experiences into your tailor-made holiday.
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View ExperienceNorthern Lights tour by snowmobile
Take a snowmobile across the snowy landscape in search of the Northern Lights. Once darkness has fallen, you will drive away from artificial lights and towards the Lappish wilderness. If the weather is clear, you will hopefully see the Lights dancing!
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View ExperienceHusky safari at Beana Laponia
Explore the wilderness of Finnish Lapland with an exhilarating husky sled journey. Meet the friendly huskies and set off through the snow on a traditional Lappish adventure. Husky sleds at Beana are adults-only and run in small groups on exclusive trails.
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View ExperienceIce fishing by snowmobile sleigh
Drive through the beautiful fells and wilderness tucked up in a sleigh pulled by a snowmobile, before arriving at a private lake to try your hand at the traditional practice of Ice fishing.
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View ExperienceReindeer safari at Beana Laponia
Visit a reindeer farm and learn about the traditions of reindeer herding in Lapland. Climb into the cosy sleigh for a wonderful journey pulled by reindeer through the wilderness, across pristine white snow and through Lapland's magical forests.
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View ExperienceAurora Snowmobiling
Take a snowmobile across the snowy landscape in search of the Northern Lights. Once darkness has fallen, you will drive away from artificial lights and towards the Lappish wilderness. If the weather is clear, you will hopefully see the Lights dancing!
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View ExperienceSnowshoeing
Take part in a snowshoeing expedition exploring the woodland around your hotel. You will be glad to have these specially-adapted shoes as you make your way down less-trodden paths in the deep snow.
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View ExperienceSnowmobile safari at Beana Laponia
Ride a snowmobile through the incredible winter wonderland of Finnish Lapland. Admire the incredible scenery and keep an eye out for local wildlife as you speed through the snow to tranquil spots with beautiful views.
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View ExperienceHusky dog sledding
Husky sledding is a unique and thrilling Finnish experience and an opportunity for a close encounter with the excitable Lappish husky dogs. You'll travel through the snowy wilderness on a comfortable sled pulled by a group of huskies.
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View ExperienceVisit a reindeer farm
Enjoy an unforgettable visit to see where Santa's loyal companions, his reindeer, live. Learn about the ways of reindeer husbandry and the special relationship between the herder and their animals.
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