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Visit Riisitunturi National Park from Rovaniemi

Lapland’s many stunning natural destinations offer plenty of choices when planning activities for your visit to Finnish Lapland. And if you ask the locals, many will have their own favourite destination. There is no debating which is best—just as it is in matters of taste in general. However, there are many people in Lapland that would name Riisitunturi National Park as their favourite outdoor destination. Are you ready to find out why?

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Aurora

Forget the Golden Hour – Here’s When You Can See the Cotton Candy Skies in Rovaniemi and Levi

One of the more memorable sights visible in the winter sky in Rovaniemi doesn’t always mean the Northern Lights. During the darkest parts of the winter in December and January you will have the chance to see something uniquely beautiful, which social media users have taken to affectionately calling “cotton candy sky”.

Read more: Forget the Golden Hour – Here’s When You Can See the Cotton Candy Skies in Rovaniemi and Levi
Aurora

Northern Lights Tours in Rovaniemi: Why a Small-Group Northern Lights Tour in Rovaniemi Is the Best Way to Experience Nature

When planning a trip to Finnish Lapland, you'll find no shortage of excursions to choose from. You will also quickly notice that some of the most popular experiences are available in two different formats – especially when it comes to Northern Lights tours.

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Aurora

The Midnight Sun Season Has Begun in Rovaniemi

Early summer has arrived in Finnish Lapland, and with it comes one of the region’s most distinctive natural phenomena: the Midnight Sun. In Rovaniemi, the official Midnight Sun period begins in early June and continues until early July, when the sun remains above the horizon around the clock. When you visit Rovaniemi and Lapland at this time of year, you get a chance to experience the landscape in a completely different light – pun intended!

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Plan Ahead for Winter 2026–2027 in Lapland: Travel Design and Tailored Itineraries with Beyond Arctic

For many travellers, a winter trip to Finnish Lapland is something to look forward to well in advance. The combination of Arctic landscapes, seasonal activities, and limited daylight creates a distinct travel window that benefits from early planning. With winter 2026–2027 tours in Rovaniemi and Levi are now open for booking. This is the right time to start shaping your trip to Rovaniemi or Levi with the support of experienced local guide here at Beyond Arctic!

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Travel

Pallas National Park Adventure from Levi: A Day in Lapland’s Quiet Wilderness

For travellers staying in Levi, it’s easy to enjoy well-marked trails and nearby scenery. But if you’re looking to step beyond the resort and experience Lapland’s natural landscape in a deeper way, you may want to consider Beyond Arctic’s full-day trip to Pallas-Ylläs National Park. This guided adventure combines Arctic exploration, practical outdoor skills, and time to simply observe the environment at a slower pace – not to mention the views from the top of the fell!

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Wildlife

Frequently Asked (Reindeer) Questions: What You Need to Know about Visiting a Local Reindeer Farm

A visit to a local reindeer farm is one of the most memorable ways to learn about northern life in Finnish Lapland. During a Beyond Arctic guided visit to a local reindeer farm, you will not only meet the animals, but learn about the traditions of reindeer herding, and enjoy a relaxed moment in a rural setting outside the city.

Read more: Frequently Asked (Reindeer) Questions: What You Need to Know about Visiting a Local Reindeer Farm
Wildlife

Wildlife and Photography at Ranua Wildlife Park

In the forests of Finnish Lapland, about an hour’s drive south of Rovaniemi, Ranua Wildlife Park offers visitors a chance to see northern wildlife in a setting that reflects the animals’ natural environment. A guided visit with a Beyond Arctic photography guide adds another dimension to the experience, combining wildlife knowledge, photography, and a relaxed pace that allows time to observe the animals.

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