One of the most spectacular natural phenomena that has captivated the attention of travelers around the world for decades is the Northern Lights, or commonly known as the Northern Lights. The Northern Lights may seem like a complicated scientific event, but for the amateur traveler, it is the most fascinating, romantic and overwhelming experience to witness. (Image: Reuters)
Interestingly, the sun has an 11-year cycle. During certain years of this cycle, the sun emits more particles than usual. Yes, that guess was correct. 2024 is the year you’ll have even more opportunities to see the Northern Lights. Come and discover the magic of the Northern Lights in Finnish Lapland, considered the capital of Northern Lights and also popular as Santa Claus Village. (Image: Reuters)
Covered in darkness for much of the day and covered in thick white snow, Lapland offers everything from dreamy reindeer rides through snow-covered forests to the adrenaline rush of a high-speed snowmobile ride. And from seeing a skyfire, almost everything on your childhood bucket list is ticked off. Enjoy the dancing Northern Lights from the warm jacuzzi of your wilderness cabin.
Lapland is the northernmost region of Finland. The small and beautiful town of Rovaniemi is the gateway to Lapland. If the skies are clear, the Northern Lights can be seen in Lapland from September until the end of March. But Christmas in Lapland has a special charm. Santa Claus Village in Lapland, officially known as the hometown of Santa Claus, is built on the line of the Arctic Circle and is a must-visit place for everyone. Especially if you have children, visit Santa Claus and experience a happy, snowy Christmas.
Reindeer rides, husky rides and snowmobiling on thick snow add to the Lapland fairy tale. There’s something truly spiritual about riding into the deep woods to chase the Northern Lights, then sitting by a bonfire and barbecuing reindeer sausages and marshmallows as you wait for the eerie stillness of the snowy forest to be filled with dancing lights. It’s a heavenly experience. (Image: Reuters)
But Lapland’s beauty lies in the natural huts that crisscross the place. For example, one of his such AirBnB cabins is Arctic Villa Tuomi. Just a 20-minute drive from Rovaniemi’s city center, the drive to Arctic Villa Tuomi is both beautiful and hauntingly eerie. A long path of trees covered in thick snow leads you to this villa, which is located on the shore of a vast frozen lake called Tuomijärvi. As you turn off the lights and relax in the warm Jacuzzi, the overwhelming Finnish nature that surrounds the villa comes to life as the snow falls at -20 degrees Celsius.
Viewing the Northern Lights from Arctic Villa Tuomi is magical to say the least. She will have the entire cabin, sauna and jacuzzi all to herself, while remaining extremely satisfied with the villa’s modern amenities. Indian tourists often crave interaction and cultural understanding in new lands far from home. Arctic Villa Tuomi’s hosts welcome you, share their cultural insights and the Finnish lifestyle, and strive to make your stay as comfortable as possible. Arctic Villa Tuomi is one of Lapland’s hidden wonders and viewing the Northern Lights will be a once in a lifetime experience.
This is the beauty of Finland, Lapland. Great hospitality, luxurious amenities, and breathtaking views of the Northern Lights across the sky. The best way to enjoy the Northern Lights on a sunny day is to spend time in the comfort and privacy of your villa’s jacuzzi or on a reindeer-riding aurora-hunting tour. (Image: Reuters)
Another must-do activity on your 3-4 day Lapland experience is a dip in a frozen lake after your sauna. If you’re used to extreme temperatures and adventurous things to get the real Finnish experience, it’s an experience you’ll never forget.
Another wilderness cabin where you can experience this along with spending time on a reindeer farm is Napapiirin Jarviromat. Interestingly, this 19th-century villa is located far from town (50 minutes by car from the center of Rovaniemi) and far from humanity, close to the Swedish border. Also located on the lake, this villa is surrounded only by a forest covered with white snow. For indoor lovers, there is a cozy fireplace and a beautiful sauna, after which you can jump in a thick layer of snow. Enjoy berry picking and ice fishing in the surrounding forest. Complimentary bikes, snow shows, and kick sleds are available to make the most of your stay.
Napapirin Jarviromat is also a perfect destination to witness the dance of lights, as it is far away from air pollution and city lights, and the skies are likely to be clear.
So don’t think anymore. 2024 has just begun and, as I said, it will be the year of the Northern Lights. We’ll tell you more about Lapland’s activities, cuisine, and wonders to help you plan the perfect itinerary. If you want to spend the winter of 2024 watching the Northern Lights dance in the sky, start planning now.