From Rovaniemi: Icebreaker Sampo Cruise with Ice Floating

Overview

Step aboard legendary Icebreaker Sampo! Enjoy an extraordinary, once-in-a-lifetime cruise on the frozen sea! Walk on solid ice, then safely float in icy waters wearing a thermal…

Ice floating is one of Lapland's most surreal experiences: zipped into a thick thermal survival suit, you slip into a hole cut in a frozen lake and float completely weightless — warm, dry and staring up at the stars or the aurora. Guides keep you safe the whole time, and a hot sauna or campfire usually follows. For something even bigger, an Arctic icebreaker cruise takes you crunching through pack ice on the Gulf of Bothnia, with a chance to float in the open sea. Both are calm, safe and suitable for non-swimmers.

Highlights

• Float weightless on a frozen Arctic lake or sea
• Warm, dry thermal survival suit provided
• Trained guides with you throughout

What's included

• Thermal floating suit
• Hotel pickup and drop-off
• Safety guide and instruction
• Hot drinks afterwards

Good to know

• Best time to go: Jan – Apr (thick ice)
• Warm clothing and equipment provided for outdoor safaris
• Free cancellation up to 24 hours before start on most departures