One of the most stunning phenomena of winter nature is the Northern Lights dancing in the northern skies. Seeing the Northern Lights and the bright starry sky in cities and near roads is increasingly difficult due to light pollution. In the Baltic Sea off Ii, there are fewer light sources, so on a clear evening or night, you can observe a truly interesting sky.
From around the turn of the year until the beginning of February, the excursion can start in the evening at around 20.00, later in spring the departure is around 22.00. Best time to start the trip is around sunset.
The excursion will be tailored to you and your group, so you can enjoy the natural surroundings and the atmosphere created by the darkness in complete tranquillity. The excursion proceeds by snowmobile and sleigh to an area suitable, where we can admire the sea and the nearby islands in the sunset light. We'll build a fire in the mobile fire pit so you can stay warm and roast a picnic lunch if you wish.
Searching for Northern Lights requires stopping for a moment, so there's no rush to get anywhere. You'll need to be careful though, as once the fires appear in the sky they can fade very quickly. Remember that even on a clear night, the Northern Lights will not appear every time. On the other hand, when sky activity is high, it can be cloudy. So we also need luck.
If the ice conditions don't allow sledging, we can make the trip on foot. The location will be chosen according to the snow conditions.
PRICE:
Prices from 80€/person, children max 13 years 50€. Minimum charge 350€.
The price includes a ride for up to 10 people, a professional guide, reindeer skins for the seats, helmets and helmet masks, safety equipment and camera tripod with smartphone adapter.
For an extra charge, a soup lunch (vegetable soup and bread, drink) 20€/person or a picnic lunch 12€/person (campfire sausage, hot drink). Winter overalls and waterproof winter boots 15€/person.
DURATION: Four hours.
OTHER THINGS:
In case of bad ice conditions, the excursion will be cancelled or modified.
If the ice conditions are bad, the excursion will be cancelled or postponed or cancelled. Please dress very warmly for the excursion, wearing layers and windproof clothing. Wear a few pair of socks. Sunglasses are recommended on clear days.
The product is available for sale by prior arrangement for any day and time during the dark season. Available depending on ice conditions from December to April and in the autumn season from October to December on foot at a different price.
The starting point is in Ii, either at Pauhu in Northern Ii, on Partalahdentie, where there is a car park, or at the marina in Ii Alaranta, where there is also a car park. Iisland cottage customers will be picked up from the cottage yard.
Difficulty: light, easy, but conditions can be very cold at times.
