Northern Lights chase

In Finnish Lapland the aurora borealis can be seen on clear, dark nights, mostly from autumn to early spring. Guided chases drive away from city lights to improve the chances.

Where: Helsinki, Finland
Time needed: 3–4 hours
Best time to go: May–Sep; Dec–Mar for snow

💡 Tip: Sightings depend on weather and solar activity, so they are never guaranteed.

About Helsinki

Finland's capital is a compact seaside city known for its design, saunas and neoclassical Senate Square. It is also the starting point for trips to Tallinn and north to Lapland.

More to see in Helsinki

Day tripTallinnFull day

ExperienceSanta Claus ExpressOvernight

NatureRanua Zoo2–3 hours

Tours that visit Helsinki

Glimpses of Scandinavia with Northern Lights - 2026Oslo 2N, Stockholm 1N, Helsinki Cruise 1N, Helsinki 1N, Helsinki 1N, Rovaniemi 2N · 8 nights

From ₹2,58,288 per person

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