Apukka Gold Rush Experience in Rovaniemi

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2 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

Travel back in time to the days of traditional mining and try the simple yet rewarding technique of gold panning. Using a gold pan and some water, you can wash the gravel and look for gold!

What's Included

Guaranteed gold discovery during panning
Transfers (if needed, from Rovaniemi city center or Santa Claus Village to Apukka Resort and back)
Coffee/tea & sweet pastry
Rubber boots & raincoat (if needed)
Guiding in English
Equipment for gold panning
Outdoor clothing

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

Your pick-up time will be confirmed via email from Apukka Resort (the activity provider) within 48 hours of booking. Please make sure you open and read this email!

We offer two pick-up points:
Rovaniemi City Center: at address Korkalonkatu 23, pickup time 35 min before activity starting time.
Santa Claus Village: The bus stop Napapiiri I by the main road, E75, pickup time 25 min before activity starting time.

Please note that if you miss the pick-up, refunds are not available.

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Meeting point

If you arrive by your own car or other transportation, please arrive straight to address Tutkijantie 28. There is free parking in the area. Please arrive 15 minutes before activity departure time.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What to expect

Go back in time to the 19th-century Finnish gold rush! Visit a reconstructed gold prospecting site and learn the art of gold panning from our expert guide. You'll explore a prospector's cabin and then try your luck at finding your own gold—and whatever you find, you get to keep! We'll end the adventure with a hot cup of coffee or tea by the campfire.

Additional info

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Apukka Adventures

Tags

Historical Tours
Self-guided Tours
Fun & Games
Scavenger Hunts
Seasonal
Zombie

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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