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15 Campfire Barbecue Nights in Rovaniemi Worth Planning a Day Around

37 tours  ·  from $81 a head

The 15 best campfire barbecue nights you can book for this winter, with what each costs, how long it runs and who it suits. Number one sits at the top for a reason; start there.

Rovaniemi: Lapland Northern Lights Tour with BBQ - The wait is part of the Northern Lights hunt
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Rovaniemi: Lapland Northern Lights Tour with BBQ

1.Lapland Northern Lights Tour with BBQ

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 1,569 reviews · 3 hours · from $81Our pick

Head from central Rovaniemi into a dark forest or lakeside setting with an English-speaking guide, then wait for the Northern Lights beside a campfire. The three-hour outing includes winter overalls and boots, Lappish bread, pork sausages, salmon soup, and hot blueberry tea. Guides vary by departure; past guides have included Oscar, Esther, and Matthias.

“At first, I didn't expect that I can see the northern lights because of the cloudy and snowy weather, but when I arrived at the camp site, it became clear night and the northern lights and stars appeared. That was a wonderful experience. BBQ was also great. It was cozy and relaxing.”

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Rovaniemi: Korouoma Canyon & Frozen Waterfalls Tour with BBQ - Walking the frozen canyon
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Rovaniemi: Korouoma Canyon & Frozen Waterfalls Tour with BBQ

2.Korouoma Canyon & Frozen Waterfalls Tour with BBQ

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 654 reviews · from $158

Travel about 105 km from Rovaniemi to Korouoma National Park for a guided 4 to 6 km winter hike past frozen waterfalls and icicles. The small group is limited to eight, with adult-size winter overalls, hot drinks, and a grilled-sausage barbecue included. Guides such as Tomas, Robin, and Nikita have helped make the outing memorable.

“Tomáš was a great guide, thank you for a lovely trip!”

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Rovaniemi: Guided Wilderness Snowmobile Safari & Barbeque - Getting suited up and learning the controls
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Rovaniemi: Guided Wilderness Snowmobile Safari & Barbeque

3.Guided Wilderness Snowmobile Safari & Barbeque

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 622 reviews · from $124

Head from Rovaniemi to a private lakeside trail for about an hour of snowmobiling, with safety instruction, photo stops and a fire-side barbecue. English-speaking guides, including Roman, MG and MJ on some outings, lead small groups of up to eight. Winter clothing, helmets, hot drinks and grilled sausages are included.

“The activity is value for money, it will take 40-45 minutes to reach the river side for the snow mobile and come back the same time. They will pick you up from the city centre. If you are two, you both will get 30 minutes each for the snow mobile ride. It’s highly recommended with this price.”

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From Rovaniemi: Night Tour in Search of the Aurora with BBQ - The honest trade-off: aurora is never guaranteed
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From Rovaniemi: Night Tour in Search of the Aurora with BBQ

4.Night Tour in Search of the Aurora with BBQ

★★★★★★★★★★3.8 · 337 reviews · from $85

Travel from Rovaniemi to three Arctic locations in search of the Northern Lights, with an English-speaking guide, hotel pickup, and a campfire barbecue of sausages, Finnish pie, cookies, and marshmallows. Guides Daria and Anna have been praised for their help and friendly manner, and your guide may take photos for you. The aurora is never guaranteed.

“We had the most amazing experience and got to see the Aurora Borealis vividly in both spots! Our tour guide Daria was great! She took pictures of everyone with her iPhone and sent them to people individually! She was also very knowledgeable and friendly. A lovely BBQ wity sausages, pastries, cookies and marshmallows were also served around a campfire. I highly recommend this experience!”

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Rovaniemi: Northern Lights Photography Tour & BBQ - A photographer’s help, not just a camera lesson
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Rovaniemi: Northern Lights Photography Tour & BBQ

5.Northern Lights Photography Tour & BBQ

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 326 reviews · 3.5 hours · from $104

Meet in central Rovaniemi, then ride 10 to 60 miles into the forest with an English-speaking guide and Aurora photographer. Learn camera tips and local stories, pause for reindeer sausage, marshmallows, and hot blueberry juice, and receive your photos by email. Winter overalls and boots are included, but Northern Lights sightings depend on weather and solar activity.

“To be honest, it is quite disappointing regarding the service and organization. 1. I input the pick up address with No.29 house and the driver went to no.2, luckily we contacted the service team immediately and got picked up. 2. Then the driver dropped us at the office then he disappeared. We were confused and don’t know what to do, the spot is a chaos and people from different group followed the different guides. We have to contact the service team again and was told to just ask a random stuff in the office and they will tell us what to do. 3. The sausage and blueberry tea are fine,…”

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Rovaniemi: Korouoma Canyon & Frozen Waterfalls Tour with BBQ - Walking the frozen canyon
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Rovaniemi: Korouoma Canyon & Frozen Waterfalls Tour with BBQ

6.Korouoma Canyon & Frozen Waterfalls Tour with BBQ

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 261 reviews · 7 hours (approx.) · from $168Top rated

Travel from Rovaniemi to Korouoma National Park in a group of no more than eight, then hike 4 to 6 km past cliffs and frozen waterfalls with a guide. The roughly seven-hour outing includes hotel pickup, a sausage barbecue, and a hot drink. Guides such as Pedro, Daria, and Nikita have been praised for clear explanations, careful pacing, and help with photos.

“The trip was a pleasant experience of walking through beautiful nature. The organization of the trip was good and the guide was excellent. I recommend it.”

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Rovaniemi: Drive New 2025 Snowmobiles on Arctic Safari & BBQ - What the snowmobile ride feels like
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Rovaniemi: Drive New 2025 Snowmobiles on Arctic Safari & BBQ

7.Drive New 2025 Snowmobiles on Arctic Safari & BBQ

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 175 reviews · 4 to 5 hours (approx.) · from $136

Set out from central Rovaniemi for a guided snowmobile ride on private Arctic grounds, with a forest route, a frozen lake and a fire-side barbecue. You’ll get winter clothing and equipment, plus an hour of driving shared between two people on one machine. Drivers need a class B license and must be 18 or older.

“Magique et agréable , l’endroit était magnifique et le paysage a coupé le souffle , je recommande cette activité”

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Rovaniemi: Drive Your Own Husky Team (6–10 km) & BBQ - A forest ride that depends on the snow
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Rovaniemi: Drive Your Own Husky Team (6–10 km) & BBQ

8.Drive Your Own Husky Team (6–10 km) & BBQ

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 128 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $274

Spend about four hours traveling from Rovaniemi to a secluded husky farm, where you learn to drive a sled team over a 6 to 10 km route. Take turns mushing, meet the dogs, and finish with a barbecue by the fire. Pickup is offered, and the tour runs in English. Guides have included Natalia, Pedro, Vera, and Marti, though assignments vary.

“This was an incredible experience! Our guide, Natalia, was fantastic! She was very kind, knowledgeable, and made sure that all of the guests were comfortable and happy! She went above and beyond for us! Learning how to drive a husky sled and then doing it was so much fun! The huskies were so friendly and the farm takes really good care of the dogs. The campfire lunch afterwards was filling and relaxing.”

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Santa's Reindeer & Husky Safari + Aurora BBQ in Rovaniemi - The reindeer ride is calm, but brief
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Santa’s Reindeer & Husky Safari + Aurora BBQ in Rovaniemi

9.Santa’s Reindeer & Husky Safari + Aurora BBQ in Rovaniemi

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 122 reviews · 7 hours (approx.) · from $289

Spend the day with Arctic huskies and reindeer, including a 500-meter husky sled ride and a 400-meter reindeer ride. After a long afternoon break, meet your English-speaking guide for an evening aurora search at two locations. Hotel pickup is offered within 12 km of central Rovaniemi; the northern lights are never guaranteed.

“The tour was fun! First we visited husky farm, and had a ride/pet them. Had some cookies and tea afterwards and stories about husky’s. After we went to St.Claus Village for reindeer ride, and then to the Elf farm where we could pet and feed reindeers. After this experience which started at (9am pickup till 12-noon) there was a gap in the tour till 8pm when we got picked up and had the bbq with successful aurora view! Overall that’s the tour! Was fun-great winter experience:) Guided by William he was Cool-precise and he communicated via chat with us.”

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Rovaniemi: Riisitunturi National Park with Pro Photos & BBQ - A four-kilometer hike through winter forest
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Rovaniemi: Riisitunturi National Park with Pro Photos & BBQ

10.Riisitunturi National Park with Pro Photos & BBQ

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 95 reviews · 9 hours · from $159

From Rovaniemi, travel by minivan to Riisitunturi for a guided hike of about 4 km through snowy forests and up to open fell views. Your English-speaking guide also takes photos, with 10 to 15 edited images sent after the tour. Warm gear, boots, a light Lappish lunch, hot drinks and snacks are included.

“The guide - sanni is great, she prepared everything neatly and let us just enjoy whole tour. The best part of the tour is she invited us to had some time at the top of mountain to let us just feel the atmosphere there and relax. During whole trip, sanni help us takes lots of photos and introduce environment to us. More, join this tour you won’t need to have long driving from rovaniemi (4 hours in total!).”

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Rovaniemi: Husky Safari & Campfire BBQ – 6‑10 km Self‑Drive - Learning to drive a sled
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Rovaniemi: Husky Safari & Campfire BBQ – 6‑10 km Self‑Drive

11.Husky Safari & Campfire BBQ – 6‑10 km Self‑Drive

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 93 reviews · from $294

From a secluded Lapland farm, you’ll meet the huskies, learn to drive a sled and travel 6 to 10 km through snowy forests and over frozen lakes. The five-hour trip includes hotel pickup, an English-speaking guide, adult winter overalls and a fireside BBQ. Groups are limited to eight; guides have included Marie, Nora and Mary-Lou.

“Absolutely incredible experience! The huskies were all friendly and raring to go, you can tell they’re looked after well and really enjoy it! They all got lots of pets afterwards. Fantastic! Our guide Mariarita was amazing!”

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Rovaniemi: Korouoma Frozen Waterfalls Hike & Hot BBQ Lunch - Four hours on snow and ice
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Rovaniemi: Korouoma Frozen Waterfalls Hike & Hot BBQ Lunch

12.Korouoma Frozen Waterfalls Hike & Hot BBQ Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 90 reviews · 7 hours · from $140

Spend seven hours travelling from Rovaniemi to Korouoma Canyon, where a guided winter hike leads past frozen waterfalls and ice-covered cliffs. Winter clothing and boots are provided, and the day ends with a campfire snack and hot juice. Guides have included Toni, Paul, Edward and Santiago, though your guide will vary.

“Well organised excursion, and not for the faint hearted. It is physically demanding, but worth the effort. The guide was both professional and considerate with everyone, constantly checking that we were all happy. Would definitely recommend 👌.”

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Hike to Frozen Waterfalls of Korouoma Including BBQ Lunch from Rovaniemi - Walking through forest and canyon
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Hike to Frozen Waterfalls of Korouoma Including BBQ Lunch from Rovaniemi

13.Hike to Frozen Waterfalls of Korouoma Including BBQ Lunch from Rovaniemi

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 84 reviews · 7 to 8 hours (approx.) · from $108

Head from Rovaniemi to Korouoma for a guided winter hike past frozen waterfalls, forest and canyon scenery. Thermal clothing is provided, and the day ends with a fire-cooked meal and blueberry tea. Guides have included Alex, Julia and Chris, though your guide may differ. Expect a long outing and icy, steep sections underfoot.

“Excelente experiencia. Nos costó físicamente por nuestra edad más de 65, pero valió la pena. Muy buenos guías.”

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Korouoma Canyon Frozen Waterfalls Hike & Private Teepee BBQ - The guided walk through Korouoma
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Korouoma Canyon Frozen Waterfalls Hike & Private Teepee BBQ

14.Korouoma Canyon Frozen Waterfalls Hike & Private Teepee BBQ

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 80 reviews · 7 hours · from $182

Travel from Rovaniemi to Korouoma Canyon for a guided winter hike past dramatic frozen waterfalls, then warm up at a private teepee barbecue. The seven-hour outing includes hotel transfers within 10 kilometers of Rovaniemi, snacks, drinks, and a guide. Guides named Michael, Mike, Alex, and Elias have led trips, though your guide may differ.

“The most amazing experience and the tour guide Michael was terrific. A class trip”

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Northern lights hunting photo tour with bbq; small groups - Aurora chances: promise yourself a search, not a sighting
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Northern lights hunting photo tour with bbq; small groups

15.Northern lights hunting photo tour with bbq; small groups

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 76 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $102

This roughly three-hour evening tour takes you from your Rovaniemi hotel to a dark countryside spot, with a guide, warm drinks and grilled sausages by a fire. Guides such as Aleks, Talvi and Ramzas have shared local knowledge and taken photos, though photo delivery is not assured. The aurora depends on the weather and luck.

“Wonderful experience!! Our guide was knowledgable and very nice. He took us to a frozen lake! He gave us a warm drink and cooked delicious sausage while we waited for the lights by the fire. It was cloudy but we were still able to see the display and it was lovely!!”

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