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Rovaniemi: Polar Explorer Icebreaker Cruise with Ice Floating

New8 h 30 minBy Polar Explorer Icebreaker
Rovaniemi: Polar Explorer Icebreaker Cruise with Ice Floating

About this activity

Travel from Rovaniemi to Axelsvik in Swedish Lapland with an included round-trip shuttle.

Board the Polar Explorer for a 3-hour icebreaker cruise on the frozen Gulf of Bothnia. Explore seven decks with an audio guide and see the Icebreaker Cinema film. During the cruise stop, try ice floating in a thermal survival suit and walk on the frozen sea when conditions allow. Warm up with a hot drink and receive a Cruise & Swim Certificate signed by the Captain.

What's included

  • ✓Guided access through seven decks, audio guide and Icebreaker Cinema film
  • ✓Polar Explorer icebreaker cruise and hot drinks on board
  • ✓Round-trip shuttle from Rovaniemi
  • ✓Cruise & Swim Certificate signed by the Captain
  • ✓Thermal survival suit and ice floating; walk on the frozen sea, conditions permitting

Not included

  • ✕Onboard lunch, available as an optional add-on
  • ✕Business Class, available as an optional add-on
  • ✕Photography service, available as an optional add-on
  • ✕Personal travel insurance
  • ✕Gratuities

Good to know

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Bring a passport or national ID card. Wear warm clothing and winter boots. Minimum height for ice floating is 125 cm. Ice walking and floating depend on conditions and the crew's safety decision. Strollers may be brought on the transfer, but access on board is not guaranteed. Cruise times use Swedish local time; Rovaniemi shuttle pickup and return use Finnish local time.

Cancellation policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

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