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Rovaniemi: Icebreaker Cruise with Lunch and Ice Floating

4.7  / 5225 reviews
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Rovaniemi: Icebreaker Cruise with Lunch and Ice Floating
4.7  / 5225 reviews
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Embark on a once-in-a-lifetime cruise through the frozen waters of the Bothnian Sea in Lapland on an icebreaker ship. Swim in the icy water in a flotation survival suit and explore the vessel.

About this activity

Free cancellation
Cancel up to 120 days in advance for a full refund
Duration 8.5 hours
Check availability to see starting times.
Live tour guide
English
Audio guide included
English, Chinese, Indonesian, Malay, Thai, Japanese, Turkish, Spanish, Portuguese, Italian, German, French, Hebrew, Finnish
Pickup included
Please be ready for departure outside at your pickup location at least 10 minutes before the scheduled departure times below: 07:25 Santa Sport Hotel 07:35 Arctic Tree House Hotel 07:45 Santa Claus Holiday Village (in front of Three Elves restaurant) 08:00 Rovaniemi tourist information (Koskikatu 12) 08:10 Rovaniemi train station (on the side of the parking lot)

Highlighted reviews from other travelers

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Nimitha – United Kingdom

We loved the activity and more over the guides were really friendly and helpful. Also the food they served was yummy!! Overall great day and great experience.

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Nimitha – United Kingdom
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Suzanne – United Kingdom

What an amazing experience and the floating in the sea was such fun and made the trip. Highly recommended

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Suzanne – United Kingdom

Experience

Highlights

  • Witness the massive ice breaking power of the icebreaker ship
  • Take a guided tour through all 7 decks of the incredible boat
  • Take a swim in the icy water in a survival suit
  • Enjoy a 2-course meal in the cafeteria
  • Receive a Cruise and Swim certificate after the cruise

Full description

Take a day trip from Rovaniemi to experience our incredible icebreaker cruise. The shuttle bus will pick you up from multiple locations in Rovaniemi and after a drive to Sweden, your ship will depart from Axelsvik. After a quick check-in, begin one of the greatest adventures in Lapland, a sightseeing cruise through the ice in the Bothnian Sea. During the cruise, make stops to enjoy floating in survival suits in the middle of the Arctic Sea and walk safely on the frozen sea ice. Enjoy an audio-guided tour through all 7 decks of the ship via an audio guide application in 16 languages. Watch an exclusive 11-minute movie about icebreakers around the world in the icebreaker theatre. Savor a 2-course meal from the cafeteria during the cruise - additional snacks and drinks are available at your own expense. The captain will present you with a Cruise and Swim certificate at the end of the tour as a memorable gift. After the cruise, relax on a scenic drive back to Rovaniemi.

Includes

  • Icebreaker cruise
  • Hot drinks on board
  • Guided tour through 7 decks
  • Audio guide in 16 languages
  • Film in Icebreaker theatre
  • Swimming in survival suits
  • Cruise & Swim certificate
  • 2-course meal
  • Transfers from/to select locations in Rovaniemi

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Important information

What to bring

  • Warm clothing
  • Passport or ID card

Know before you go

  • Icebreaker departs from Axelsvik, Sweden
  • The activity provider shall not be held liable for any compensation for loss of gratification in case of swimming cancellation for safety reasons due to unforeseeable adverse weather conditions

Customer reviews

Overall rating

4.7 /5

based on 225 reviews

Review summary

  • Guide
    4.8/5
  • Transportation
    4.7/5
  • Value for money
    4.3/5
  • Service
    4.5/5

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Nimitha – United KingdomMarch 13, 2024  – Verified booking
We loved the activity and more over the guides were really friendly and helpful. Also the food they served was yummy!! Overall great day and great experience.
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Suzanne – United KingdomMarch 15, 2024  – Verified booking
What an amazing experience and the floating in the sea was such fun and made the trip. Highly recommended
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Bruno – United KingdomMarch 28, 2024  – Verified booking
One of the most impressive things I’ve done in my life
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Product ID: 209241

Activity provider:Polar Explorer Icebreaker

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