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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.
Please note: Minimum height for the ice floating activity is 140 cm.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Pickup morning cruise from Rovaniemi
05:25 Santa’s Igloos (Joulumaankuja 8, Rovaniemi)
05:30 Santa Claus Holiday Village (Joulumaantie 20, Rovaniemi, look for Sampo standing sign next to Elf Club House)
05:40 Arctic Treehouse Hotel (Tarvantie 3, Rovaniemi)
06:00 Scandic Pohjanhovi Hotel (Pohjanpuistikko 2, Rovaniemi)
Pickup afternoon cruise 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 for the bus outside in front of the pick up place.
Please be ready and wait outside at the scheduled pickup time latest 5 minutes before marked pick up time. Notice that shuttle bus might have delays depending on traffic and departure from earlier pick up location.
Shuttlebus has “Icebreaker Sampo Shuttle bus” or “Icebreaker Arktis Shuttle bus” reading at the front of the windshield.
If you have any problems with shuttle bus pick up contact our Cruise check-in
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1Kemi
Welcome to an incredible arctic adventure from Rovaniemi! The Icebreaker Arktis cruises on the frozen Gulf of Bothnia sea in Kemi during the winter season. Icebreaker Arktis Cruise includes 3h icebreaker cruise, ice floating experience, walking on ice and diploma. There is a café on board where you can buy local delicacies. A modern and warm lobby will make your trip comfortable and enjoyable.
4 hours • Admission ticket free -
2Kemi SnowCastle
The Gemstone Exhibition showcases enchanting jewelry and more then 700 different gemstones and semi-precious stones from Finland and around the world. Discover the hidden treasures of the Finnish soil and admire precise replicas of world-famous royal jewels, such as Queen Elizabeth’s crown and Marie Antoinette’s necklace. The exhibition is based on the extensive collection of the Kemi Gemstone Gallery, founded in 1986 by a renowned local goldsmith. Exhibition is located on the third floor of the SnowCastle’s main building and is open year-round. In newly redesigned, year-round snow and ice experience, you can immerse yourself in the true feeling of winter in this 400 square meters large cold experience room! Surrounded by snow walls and dazzling ice sculptures enjoy the feeling of cold winter and unforgettable moment by sliding down the ice slide or striking a royal pose on the icy throne for a memorable photo.
1 hour • Admission ticket not included
Additional info
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- All programs have weather permitting. Walking on the ice might not be available in early winter season cruises.
- Ice floating is not recommended for pregnant travelers or traveleres with serious medical conditions
- The cruise ship has stairs. The cruise is not recommended for passengers with reduced mobility.
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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