First Ice Fishing Experience in Rovaniemi
Overview
Try ice fishing for the first time! On a safe frozen lake or river outside Rovaniemi, you will learn the basics of ice fishing, drill your hole and try to catch a fish like a local! Good luck!
The tour has been designed for beginners and travelers who have never ice fished before. It is operated in small groups to fully enjoy the silence of the lake and relax. Your guide will provide you with as many instructions as needed, in English and/or French.
This activity is also recommended for families with smaller kids.
What's Included
- Tea and coffee Coffee and/or Tea
- All Fees and Taxes
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Fishing equipment
- Outdoor Guide
Meeting and Pickup
Jaakonkatu
96200 Rovaniemi, Finland
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
What To Expect
Ice fishing has been part of local culture in the Far North for centuries. Traditionnally it was one of the rare ways to get food in wintertime when the conditions are the roughest. Nowadays, many Finnish people still enjoy sitting on a frozen lake for hours to try to catch their lunch and relax. So, don’t you want to try?
After being collected from your hotel, your guide will drive you to some good fishing spots outside Rovaniemi. No need to drive far when you know where to go!
You will be shown the basics of ice-fishing, how to drill your hole in the ice, and the different techniques to catch a fish. If you are lucky and get a good catch, your guide will even show you how to prepare it.
ICE FISHING EXPERIENCE WITH SNACKS AROUND THE FIRE
This tour offers a longer experience in the morning to enjoy the silence and peacefulness of Lapland nature farther away from Rovaniemi city. The fishing time is approximately 2h. Typical Finnish snacks and hot drinks are served around an open fire. If you catch a fish of a decent size, your guide can prepare it and add it to the menu!
Additional Info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Specialized infant seats are available
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions
(9)Q: Is bait provided?
Cancellation Policy
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Activity code: C-272944P5
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