2-Day King Crab Seafood Safari to Kirkenes, Norway

2-Day King Crab Seafood Safari to Kirkenes, Norway

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Tour Overview

Embark on a thrilling 2-day King Crab Seafood Safari to Kirkenes, Norway, where adventure and culinary delights await. Begin your journey in Rovaniemi or Ivalo, Finland, and traverse the stunning landscapes of Lapland. Experience the excitement of a King Crab Seafood Safari in Kirkenes, where expert divers will demonstrate the art of catching and cooking these prized crustaceans. Savor the freshest seafood straight from the fjord, and as night falls, chase the elusive Northern Lights with a professional guide. The next day, explore the rich culture of Lapland at the Siida Sami Museum in Inari, and enjoy a Finnish lunch in the picturesque village of Saariselkä. Conclude your adventure with a serene ice-floating experience in an Arctic lake, where you might witness the magical Northern Lights. This unforgettable journey combines nature, culture, and gastronomy for an unparalleled Arctic experience. ...more ...less

Highlights

  • The famous King Crabs and other fresh seafood are the authentic delights to be caught during this amazing trip to the Northernmost parts of the Arctic.

  • Visit the famous Sami museum, Siida, in Inari.

  • Experience a King Crab Seafood Safari in Kirkenes, Norway, where a trained diver will catch a crab and sea urchins in front of your eyes.

  • Enjoy a magical Northern Lights tour with a professional guide.

  • Try out the floating experience in waterproof survival suits in one of the Arctic lakes.

  • Visit Saariselkä village and enjoy a Finnish lunch while taking in the captivating views.

  • Explore the Kaunispää fell, offering breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding landscapes.

Itinerary

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Day 1 : King Crab Safari & Northern Lights

Location: Kirkenes

Accommodation Name: Wooden chalet or 3 stars hotel

*Please note: the sequence of activities may be adjusted according to the season and group size. 

Our guide will meet and greet you in either Rovaniemi or Ivalo, ready to embark on an extraordinary journey to the north. We will drive through the beautiful landscapes along Lapland. First stop is the memorable excursion in Kirkenes, Norway - King Crab Seafood Safari, you'll have the opportunity to learn from expert divers as they reveal the secrets of catching and cooking the king crab. 

After savoring the delectable flavors of the sea, and as the night unfolds, prepare for a magical Northern Lights tour with our professional guide, who will take you to the best location possible away from light pollution based on the weather forecast. *Please note that northern lights are subject to weather conditions and solar activity therefore it is not to be 100% guaranteed.


Day 2 : Sami Museum, Saariselkä & Kaunispää

Location: Saariselkä

Accommodation Name: Wooden chalet or 3 stars hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

*Please note: the sequence of activities may be adjusted according to the season and group size.

After breakfast, our first stop is Inari, where you'll be enthralled by the captivating exhibits of the renowned "Siida" Sami museum - learn with our guide about the culture of Lapland. Continuing to the next stop : Saariselkä, a charming village nestled in the mountainous region. Here we will enjoy a delightful Finnish lunch while taking in the captivating views of this popular Finnish village.

After lunch we will head to Kaunispää fell, located just beside the village. Soaring more than 400 meters above sea level, offers a truly breathtaking panoramic view of the surrounding landscapes. 

Upon your return to Rovaniemi, as the trip draws to a close, there awaits one final experience to complete your unforgettable trip. Get the comfortable survival suit and immerse yourself in the arctic lakes. Floating with calmness and don't forget to have our guide taking pictures for you as a once in a lifetime memory. 

What's Included

  • Guide in English

    A guide in English is included, with other languages available on request: German, French, Italian, Spanish, Chinese.

  • Hotel Pick-up and Drop-off

    Pick-up and drop-off to your hotel or accommodation within 15 km from Rovaniemi city center are included.

  • Winter Clothes

    Winter clothes for the duration of your stay, including overalls, boots, and gloves, are provided.

  • King Crab Seafood Catching Activity

    The King Crab Seafood Catching Activity is included, but travelers must be older than 7 years old.

  • King Crab Meal

    A King Crab Meal is included in the tour.

  • Ice Floating Experience

    The ice floating experience is included, but travelers must be taller than 130 cm.

  • 1 Night Hunting of Northern Lights

    1 night of hunting for the Northern Lights is included.

  • Fjord Sightseeing

    Fjord sightseeing is included in the tour.

  • Entry to Siida Sami Museum

    Entry to the 'Siida' Sami Museum in Inari is included.

What's Not Included

  • Minimum Group Size Requirement

    At least 2 people are required for this tour to take place on weekdays and Saturdays, and at least 4 people are required on Sundays and public holidays.

  • Children Accompaniment Requirement

    Children under 14 years old must be accompanied by one adult paying full price joining the same trip.

  • Tour Cancellation or Rescheduling

    The product may be canceled or rescheduled if the group size is smaller than 2 persons.

    Notice will be given prior to the scheduled departure date.

  • Transportation to the Sea

    Transportation to the sea can be by boats or snowmobiles with sleighs depending on seasons and availability.

Please Note

  • At least 4 people are required for this tour to take place 
  • Children under 14 year old must be accompanied by one adult paying full price joining the same trip.
  • Please be ready and wait in your hotel lobby 10 minutes prior to your scheduled pickup time
  • Product may be canceled or rescheduled if the group size is smaller than 2 persons. Notice will be given prior to the scheduled departure date.
  • The transportation to the sea can be boats or snowmobiles with sleighs depending on seasons and availability.

  • Mode of Transport

    Travel includes pick-up and drop-off from your hotel within 15 km of Rovaniemi city center, with transportation to the sea by boats or snowmobiles with sleighs, depending on the season.

    Accommodation

    Enjoy a cozy stay in a wooden chalet or a 3-star hotel in Norway, providing a comfortable retreat after a day of adventure and exploration.

    Check out our Q&As

    • What activities are included in the King Crab Seafood Safari?

      The King Crab Seafood Safari includes learning from expert divers about catching and cooking king crabs, savoring fresh seafood, and a Northern Lights tour with a professional guide.

    • What is the age requirement for participating in the King Crab catching activity?

      Participants must be older than 7 years old to take part in the King Crab catching activity.

    • What type of accommodation is provided during the tour?

      Accommodation is provided in a wooden chalet or a 3-star hotel in Norway.

    • Is there a chance to see the Northern Lights during the tour?

      Yes, there is a Northern Lights tour included, but sightings are subject to weather conditions and solar activity, so they are not guaranteed.

    • What is the floating experience mentioned in the tour?

      The floating experience involves wearing waterproof survival suits and floating in one of the Arctic lakes, with the possibility of seeing the Northern Lights.

    • What meals are included on the second day of the tour?

      Breakfast and lunch are included on the second day of the tour.

    • What is the minimum group size required for the tour to take place?

      At least 2 people are required for the tour to take place on weekdays and Saturdays, and at least 4 people are required on Sundays and public holidays.

    • What should participants do if the group size is smaller than required?

      If the group size is smaller than required, the product may be canceled or rescheduled, and notice will be given prior to the scheduled departure date.

    • Where are we located?

      Nordic Unique Travels LTD located in the door to the Arctic: Rovaniemi, Lapland. Our office is approachable by walking distance from the major hotels in the city area (Maakuntakatu 29-31 96200 Rovaniemi Finland). We are in the middle of the city centre, next to Subway and in front of Sale Market. Come make us a visit!

    • When to travel to Lapland?

      There are four distinctly different seasons as far up north as Rovaniemi. However, locals think the conditions are in a constant state of change and say there are up to eight seasons in the year: midwinter, snowy spring, spring, summer, harvest season, autumn leaf colour, first snowfall, and Christmas. Please bear in mind that there is annual fluctuation in weather. Lapland is in the continental climate zone. The winters are cold and rich in snow, but thanks to the Gulf Stream, the summers are relatively warm. Rovaniemi is part of the arctic region; its climate, however, is subarctic and temperate, characterised by strong seasonal contrasts of dark versus bright and cold versus warm.

    • Summer in Lapland

      The Midnight Sun and white nights in June and July The Midnight Sun period officially lasts from early June until early July, but nights are white throughout the summer in Rovaniemi. The summer in Lapland can offer an interesting variety of weather conditions, with a longer warm spell expected in July. The warmest time of year brings people out in masses, and various events take place in summery Rovaniemi. Prepare to celebrate until the wee hours, as the sun never goes down. There are plenty of things to do in Rovaniemi in the summer, and with 24 hours of light, there’s no limits to time of action.

    • Spring in Lapland

      The snow melts, the ice breaks and nature is reborn in April and May April is still considered a snowy month in Rovaniemi and Lapland, but the snow gradually disappears as May approaches. The ice on rivers and lakes starts melting, and big chunks of ice can be seen flowing downstream. In early April, the last of the Northern Lights displays can be seen. Towards the end of April, nights are too light for the Auroras to be spotted. In May, northern nature starts getting ready to blossom once again after a harsh winter. At the end of May, nights are white. In Rovaniemi, winter activities still run in early April, after which it’s time for non-snow stuff.

    • Winter in Lapland

      Christmas, the Polar Night and snowy spring from December to March December and January are snowy months shrouded in the darkness of the Polar Night. The sun comes out in February and marks the start of the snowy, light-filled spring. March is often terrific for Northern Lights viewing. In Rovaniemi, the Official Hometown of Santa Claus, Christmas is a special time, as many flock to the arctic town to meet Santa in person and experience the festive season in magical wintery surroundings. The winter is a great time for a number of activities both in the snow outside and experiencing local culture inside.

    • Autumn in Lapland

      First Auroras and first snowfall from August to November Early August is still considered summer by many, but by the end of the month, it’s definitely autumn. The Northern Lights start appearing in late August, and September and October are ideal Aurora viewing months. Temperatures start dropping below zero in October, and first snow usually falls at around the same time period. A permanent snow cover is expected in late November. Autumn leaf colour paints the landscapes in earthy shades, and days are perfect for hiking and other nature related activities, as nights are best reserved for Aurora spotting.

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    Tin Morada (Google Reviewer)  

    We booked several tours with...

    16-Jan-2024

    We booked several tours with Nordic Unique Travels. Glad we made the right decision... Our trip to Rovaniemi, Finland was seamless because of them. All our tour guides were really friendly and shared lots of information about the places we visited. Thanks to Livia, Francesco, Jan, Erik, Myriam, Nikki, Carlos and Mathias for making our trip extra special 😊 ...more ...less

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    13-Jan-2024

    We had a great time with our 5 day tour package with Nordic Unique Travels with our wonderful, very informative and helpful tour guides, Livia, Francesco, Jan, Erik, Myriam, Nikki, Carlos and Mathias. We did not caught a fish and did not see the northern lights but the Risiintunturi and the snowmobile driving were awesome! The sausage, salmon, salmon soup and hot blueberry juice were very good. The hotel part of the package was at the city center and close to everything, the staffs were friendly and we like it that they have a sauna. Highly recommending NUT 🥰 Thank you very much! ...more ...less

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    02-Dec-2024

    I recently had the pleasure of joining the Bus Tour with Northern Lights Hunting on 27.11.2024 and it was an incredible experience! Our guide, Gilles was outstanding. His knowledge about the Northern Lights truly enriched the tour. He went above and beyond to make the experience enjoyable. Also we were lucky enough to get to see the northern lights this night as well. Snowmobile safari on 28.11.2024 What an unforgettable experience! Our Winter Quad Bike Ride was changed to snowmobiles due to snow conditions, and although we were initially nervous about the switch, it turned out to be an amazing adventure. Our guide, Suzana, was incredible. She made sure we had all the right gear to stay warm and comfortable, walking us through every step of the process with patience and enthusiasm. Husky & Reindeer Safari on 30.11.2024 We had an incredible time on the Husky & Reindeer Safari! Ryan was an outstanding guide—knowledgeable and friendly. The short husky and reindeer rides were a great experience —highly recommended! All of our guides made this trip great for my father and I. I definitely recommend this tour company if you will be visiting Rovaniemi ...more ...less

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    11-Dec-2024

    Nordic Unique Travels were amazing, from start to finish! We went on the snowmobiles and animal day tour, it is well worth the money. Perfect amount of time with the animals and activities . Robert, Ricardo & Kevin made sure we enjoyed the day and made it very informative! If you are hesitant to book, just book it!!! ...more ...less

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    I still cannot believe how...

    21-Sep-2024

    I still cannot believe how incredibly lucky we were on our Northern Lights tour. The weather had been awful all day, so we were prepared for no lights (or not even going!). No-one expected the show we got - it just so happened that there was a huge geomagnetic storm that night and we had a dazzling display of pink and green lights over a good 2-3 hours. I have seen the lights before but this was 100x what I saw in Iceland. A once in a lifetime experience that we will never forget. There was even a surprise marriage proposal which was super cute. Joey and Gigi (our guides) were absolutely fabulous, very knowledgeable, friendly and they were just as excited as we were! The BBQ was delicious (I think I'm hooked on the hot blueberry juice!). I highly recommend booking with these guys if you are ever in Rovaniemi! ...more ...less

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    Jerry an excellent guide.very informative...

    31-Jan-2024

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    20-Nov-2024

    Had a great time ice fishing! We did not manage to catch fishes due to the ice not being thick enough, but we could fish at the more shallow part of the lake. Diana, Jonas and Eva barbecued salmon for us and it was very tasty and delicious and brought us along for a walk in the forest. Had a good time overall and would recommend this tour to anyone:) ...more ...less

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    Our good experience/best memory goes...

    26-Dec-2023

    Our good experience/best memory goes to our tour guide, Carlos. Since we had a bad experience on the first day and Carlos was sent to be our guide on the next day. He picked us up and double checked our names just to make sure the all guests were real customers. And he kept saying he won't forget us. He drove carefully according to the law so we could trust him. Along the way he could describe several useful things. We enjoyed talking and didn't fall asleep. He understood his guests and didn't force us to do whatever we didn't want. If we were cold, we could be in the car. BBQ was also good for vegetarians. He kept corns and vegan sausages for us. This made us feel like we were special and turned the bad experience on the first day to good. When he sent us back, he dropped us in front of the apartment door. Thank you so much for the tour and the best tour guide. ...more ...less

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    02-Apr-2024

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    2-Day King Crab Seafood Safari to Kirkenes, Norway

    2 Days Starting and ending in Rovaniemi, Finland

    Visiting: Kirkenes, Saariselkä

    Tour operator:

    Nordic Unique Travels

    Tour code:

    137574

    Guide Type:

    Fully Guided

    Physical rating:

    EASY

    Age range:

    7-99

    Special diets catered:

    Please advise requests

    Tour operated in:

    English , French , German , Spanish

    Trip Styles:

    Safari Tours

    Activities:

    Fishing

    From: $1034 (USD)

    NB: Prices correct on 01-Feb-2025 but subject to change.

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