Rovaniemi canoe tour: what you can book
A Rovaniemi canoe tour fills the gap that the snow leaves in summer. The four canoe trips use open water around Rovaniemi, with daytime and evening departures. No paddling experience is needed.
They differ in length, start time and extras. One adds a reindeer farm, one is a day paddle, and two are timed for the evening light.
Our picks: canoe tours from Rovaniemi
The midnight sun tour takes about three hours and starts late in the evening, and the reindeer farm trip adds a farm visit and runs for four hours.
Hand-picked tours, booked through Viator. Prices are indicative starting prices in euros (as of November 2026). Tap a tour for live availability and the current price in your currency.
Reindeer farm visit and canoe trip
- Reindeer farm entrance
- Canoes, paddles, life jackets
- Qualified canoeing guide
Four hours that combine a visit to a reindeer farm with a canoe trip on a lake. Basic canoeing lessons are part of the trip, and hot drinks with cookies are served.
Check availability →Canoeing under the midnight sun
- Qualified canoeing guide
- Basic canoeing lessons
- Coffee or tea
Three hours in total with a qualified guide, basic canoeing lessons, snacks and coffee or tea. The canoe, paddles and life jackets are included.
Check availability →Evening canoe tour under the midnight sun or at sunset
- Canoe and safety equipment
- Expert guide
- Coffee or tea
Canoe and safety equipment, snacks and coffee or tea are included, and a private option is available on request.
Check availability →Day canoe trip
- Canoe and safety equipment
- Snacks
- Coffee or tea
Canoe and safety equipment, snacks and coffee or tea are included, and a private option is available on request.
Check availability →Canoe tours from Rovaniemi
Day paddle, midnight sun evening and a reindeer farm combination, with live prices and availability.
Canoe tour options compared
Prices per person, as of November 2026.
| Trip | Length | Minimum age | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Day canoe trip | 3½ hours | 4 years | €80 |
| Evening tour, midnight sun or sunset | 3 hours | 4 years | €85 |
| Canoeing under the midnight sun | 3 hours, 60 to 90 minutes of paddling | 10 years | €109 |
| Reindeer farm and canoe trip | 4 hours | 8 years | €129 |
The reindeer farm trip costs the most because it pairs the paddle with a farm visit that includes the entrance fee. The day trip has the lowest price of the four options. If you only have one evening, the midnight sun tour gives you the long summer light.
Each trip in detail
Start, content and who it suits.
Day canoe trip
The day tour is listed at 3½ hours, while the current activity information gives 3 hours; confirm the duration when booking. It normally runs from May to October with morning, afternoon and evening departures, and the meeting point is an office at Jaakonkatu 4 to 6 in the city centre. Snacks and coffee or tea come with the canoe and safety equipment, and a private option exists on request. It suits beginners and families with children from 4.
Evening tour, midnight sun or sunset
This one follows calm river water near Rovaniemi, past forest islands and sandy beaches. Depending on the date you paddle in midnight sun, bright night light or at sunset, and the colours depend on the weather. It needs at least two paying adults and can be cancelled if the weather is unsafe.
Canoeing under the midnight sun
The tour starts at 21:00 and runs for three hours in total, with 60 to 90 minutes on the water depending on how fast the group paddles. Guests in the city centre walk to the office at Rovakatu 24, and pickup is included for accommodation outside the centre, with a surcharge from 10 km. Clouds alone do not stop the trip.
Reindeer farm and canoe trip
Four hours that start at 09:00 or 13:00, with a visit to a farm outside Rovaniemi and a paddle on its lake. If the weather turns unsafe, only the canoe part can drop out, and the operator then refunds 40 percent of the total. Guests with heart problems or other serious illness are advised against it. See also the reindeer sleigh ride guide for winter visits.
When to paddle and what to wear
Season, light and clothing.
Midnight sun in Rovaniemi lasts from about early June to early July, and nights stay light until August. That is the window for the two evening tours. The day trip normally starts in May and ends in October. See the weather and best time page to match your month.
Wear weatherproof clothing, preferably waterproof, and closed shoes that may get wet. Bring a change of clothes and drinking water, and in summer a hat and sunglasses. The life jacket is part of every trip, and the Finnish nature authority advises wearing one at all times on the water.
For winter paddling alternatives, see the husky safari guide. For all trips in every season, see Lapland tours from Rovaniemi.
Rovaniemi canoe tour: frequently asked questions
How much does a canoe tour in Rovaniemi cost?
Prices range from €80 for the day trip to €129 for the reindeer farm combination, per person, as of November 2026. The evening tours cost €85 and €109.
Do I need paddling experience?
No. The day and evening tours suit beginners, and the midnight sun and reindeer farm trips include basic canoeing lessons before you start.
How old must children be?
The day and evening paddles start at 4 years, the reindeer farm trip at 8 and the midnight sun tour at 10.
When is the midnight sun in Rovaniemi?
From about early June to early July. Nights stay light until August, so evening paddles in July still have long daylight.
Is this the official website of Santa Claus Village or Visit Rovaniemi?
No. This is an independent travel guide. It is not the official website of Santa Claus Village, Visit Rovaniemi or the City of Rovaniemi, and it is not connected to any tour operator or hotel.