Join in for a once in a lifetime Icebreaker cruise experience in the frozen waters of the Bothnian sea!

The Polar Explorer Icebreaker offers a 3 hour cruise in the frozen waters of the Bothnian sea in Lapland.

WHAT TO EXPECT?

During the 3 hour cruise, you will be a witness to the massive ice breaking power of the vessel, join a guided tour all the way down to the engine rooms, and all way up to Captain’s bridge. The tour is available in 16 languages via audio guide application and includes an 11 min movie in the icebreaker cinema about icebreakers all over the world.

You can relax in the cozy saloon enjoying warm juice, or go for walk on the frozen sea ice during the stop. The icebreaker makes a pool free of ice and every visitor can take a swim in the dark icy water wearing a flotation survival suit. The captain will present a Cruise & Swim Certificate to everyone as a memorable gift.

What’s Included:

  • Transfer to the Polar Explorer Ice Breaker
  • 3-Hour Polar Explorer Icebreaker Cruise: Feel the raw strength of the Polar Explorer as it crushes its way through thick sea ice on a spectacular 3-hour journey across the frozen Bothnian Sea. It’s an unforgettable ride through the heart of Lapland’s winter wilderness.
  • Guided Tour of the Icebreaker by Audio Guide app - Get exclusive access behind the scenes with a guided tour through the ship — from the powerful engine room to the Captain’s bridge. Learn how icebreakers work and what it takes to navigate through the arctic— the audio guide is available in 16 languages for a fully personalized experience.
  • Icebreaker Cinema Film - Watch an engaging short film in the ship’s onboard cinema, showcasing icebreakers from around the world and their importance in arctic exploration.
  • Walk on the Frozen Sea - During the cruise stop, step directly onto the thick, frozen sea ice — a surreal and unforgettable moment surrounded by silence and snow.
  • Ice Swimming (Optional) - For the adventurous: suit up in a thermal flotation survival suit and float safely in the icy waters, surrounded by frozen wilderness. A once-in-a-lifetime thrill you’ll never forget.
  • Cruise & Swim Certificate - Commemorate your experience with an official certificate signed by the Captain — a perfect keepsake of your polar celebration.

    PLEASE NOTE: Starting time of the cruise is given on Swedish time! Please note that there is one hour time difference between Sweden and Finland.

    Polar Explorer Icebreaker cruise terminal:
    291C Axelsviksvägen, Kalix S 952 95, Norrbottens län, SE
WHY CHOOSE THIS TOUR?
  • Unique Icebreaker experience in the Bothnian sea
  • Family friendly and suitable for children
  • Unique cinema film
  • Ice floating in survival suits experience in the frozen sea

MAKE A RESERVATION

SINGLE BOOKINGS

For the single bookings, please contact us by email and we will make a reservation for you!

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TOUR info

Price:

425€ / adults
320€ / children (4–12)
Children under 4 - Free of charge

Length:

3 hours

Start:

09:00 or 13:00

Operated:

Every day

Available:

25th November – 14th April

Activity level:


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Age limit?

This tour is family friendly and suitable for children – there is no age limit.

What do I need to bring?

  • Passport or ID
  • Warm clothing

What is included:

  • Shuttle bus transportation from Rovaniemi
  • 3-hour icebreaker cruise
  • Guided tour through 7 decks
  • Audio guide in 16 languages
  • Film in Icebreaker theatre
  • Swimming in survival suits
  • Cruise & Swim certificate

Cruise information

PLEASE NOTE: Starting time of the cruise is given on Swedish time!  There is one hour time (-1) difference between Sweden and Finland.

If the weather is bad, swimming may be cancelled. The activity provider reserves the right to modify or cancel parts of the program due to safety reasons.

Children 125 cm tall and over can join swimming activity with their parents. We do not have survival suits for children under 125cm tall.

If you cross the border from Finland, bring a valid passport or national ID.

Cancellation policy:
No cancellation fees are charged if you cancel your booking 31 or more days before cruise departure.
30€ booking fees per person are non-refundable.
If you cancel 30 days before cruise departure or later, 100% cancellation fees are charged.
In case of “no show”, being late for cruise departure or shuttle bus pick up resulting in missing the departure, 100% cancellation fees apply.

This tour is operated by our trusted partner.

Beyond Arctic Ltd.

Rovaniemi & Pyhä-Luosto

Phone +358 50 323 1090
Email contact@beyondarctic.com
Address Valtakatu 21, Rovaniemi, Finland

Levi

Phone +358 40 128 0766
Email levi@beyondarctic.com
Address Myllyjoentie 2, Levi, Finland 

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