About this experience
Experience Lapland’s ultimate adventure from Rovaniemi! An Icebreaker Arktis cruise in Kemi with Arctic views, sea ice walk, and ice floating included.
Highlights
- Meet the ship's crew and learn everything about icebreaking
- Enjoy breathtaking Arctic views and capture unforgettable photos and moments
- Test your courage by dipping into icy waters in special flotation survival suit!
- Conquer icy waters with an amazing icebreaker cruise!
- Receive a certificate of participating Artkis icebreaker cruise!
What's included
- Roundtrip shuttle bus transportation
- 3-hour cruise
- Ice floating in Bothnian Bay
- Cruise completion diploma
How to use
- Show Mobile Ticket
- At Redemption Counter
What to expect
Welcome to an Unforgettable Arctic Adventure! Step aboard Icebreaker Arktis and dive into a once-in-a-lifetime experience! This extraordinary cruise takes you onto the frozen sea, where you'll walk on solid ice and float safely in icy water wearing a thermal survival suit.
Your Icebreaker Arktis experience includes a 3-hour icebreaker cruise, round-trip transfers from Rovaniemi to the harbor in Kemi, ice floating, walking on the frozen sea (weather permitting), and a certificate of participation. Onboard, you'll enjoy two cozy indoor decks and a modern café with Arctic views.
We also recommend booking additional services in advance, such as a delicious breakfast or lunch buffet at SnowCastle area restaurant and entrance ticket to the magical exhibtions SnowExperience365 indoor ice and snow attraction and Gemstone Gallery (available for an extra fee, ticket can also be purchased at SnowCastle area's reception).
Please note: Minimum height for the ice floating activity is 140 cm.
❄️ Please find example of Afternoon timetable below and please check Morning cruise timetable seperately. ❄️
Afternoon Cruise with transfer from Rovaniemi
Pickup from Rovaniemi
09:25 Santa’s Igloos (Joulumaankuja 8, Rovaniemi)
09:30 Santa Claus Holiday Village (Joulumaantie 20, Rovaniemi, look for Sampo standing sign next to Elf Club House)
09:40 Arctic Treehouse Hotel (Tarvantie 3, Rovaniemi)
10:00 Scandic Pohjanhovi Hotel (Pohjanpuistikko 2, Rovaniemi)
Please wait outside your pickup point for the bus.
SnowCastle Area, Kemi
11:30 Arrival at SnowCastle area
11:30–12:15 Optional lunch at Restaurant Lumihiutale and additional time for visiting exhibitions (extra services, book in advance or purchase tickets at the SnowCastle)
11:30–12:30 Check-in for the cruise
12:45 Departure from the SnowCastle area to the harbor
Icebreaker Cruise
13:00 Arrival at the harbor
13:15–16:15 Icebreaker Arktis cruise
16:30 Departure from the harbor
Return to Rovaniemi
18:15 Scandic Pohjanhovi Hotel
18:25 Arctic Treehouse Hotel
18:35 Santa Claus Holiday Village
18:45 Santa’s Igloos
Things to note
- Warm clothing
- Change of clothes
- Warm shoes
Terms & conditions
Minimum height for the ice floating activity is 140 cm.
Please note: the cruise is not suitable for guests with reduced mobility.
All programs have weather permitting.
Your shuttle will leave Rovaniemi 3-4 hours before the icebreaker cruise.
Be sure to check your transfer schedule.
Wait for the bus outside.
Inside of the Icebreaker it is warm, but with appropriate clothing you will also be able to go outside on the deck to experience the arctic scenery. It is also a good idea to bring your sunglasses with you, especially in springtime when it can be very bright as the snow reflects the sunlight.