Do you want to experience the beauty of the frozen sea in Lapland? Then our arctic icebreaker boat trip with hotel pick up from Rovaniemi is perfect for you! This four-hour cruise on the frozen sea in Kemi, Lapland, offers a unique adventure aboard the historic Sampo icebreaker.. Originally constructed in 1960 and converted for tourism in 1987, the vessel provides a fascinating blend of history and adventure. You'll start your journey with a pick up service from Rovaniemi, ensuring a smooth beginning to your day of exploration.
As the icebreaker navigates through the icy waters, you'll have the chance to enjoy a variety of activities. Step onto the ice for a surreal experience of walking on the frozen sea, or try the exhilarating ice floating experience where you can float safely in the icy water with a survival suit. A guided tour around the vessel will introduce you to its impressive features and history. Onboard, enjoy a delicious lunch buffet, providing a warm retreat in between your icy adventures.
At the end of your journey, you'll receive a special diploma commemorating your Arctic adventure. This cruise is ideal for those seeking a memorable and adventurous way to explore the Arctic's stunning landscapes.
Icebreaker Boat with comfortable amenities
Guided tour with knowledgeable captain
Various activities like ice floating, walking on the frozen sea and a lunch buffet
Included visit to the SnowCastle Winter Park
Pick Up from Rovaniemi
SnowCastle of Kemi
Icebreaker boat trip
Drop off in Rovaniemi
We meet at the snowcastle of Kemi, 90 minutes before departure. After checking in you will have time to explore the snowcastle winter park.
After completed booking, you will receive a document with the specific pick-up times for the chosen location. Please note that the pick-up times will be a lot earlier than the starting time of the boat trip.
If you would like to make use of our pick up service from Rovaniemi you can choose your prefered pick up spot during the booking.
Name of the boat: Sampo
Icebreaker boat
Number of passengers: 180
Bar
Sun-protected area
Restaurant (buffet)
Restrooms
Pick up
Welcome drink
Lunch (buffet)
Ice floating
Guided tour of the boat
Drinks (Drinks on the frozen sea during ice floating: €7 - Drinks on the frozen sea during ice floating from ice glass: €10 - Finnish Coffee Platter €14)
Minimum size for ice floating: 140 cm
Change of clothes
Cash or card
Warm clothes (hat, mittens, scarf)
Change of clothes (especially socks)
Suitable for children of all ages, pregnant women and the elderly
Not recommended for people with reduced mobility
Not accessible to wheelchairs and strollers
No pets allowed
It is not allowed to bring your own drinks and snacks on board
If bad weather forces the provider to cancel the activity, you’ll receive a full refund or have the option to reschedule
Please note that if you choose to take advantage of our pick up service the meeting time will be a few hours before the start of the activity, so free up the full day for the activity.