Finland · ICE FLOATING
A dry survival suit, a hole in a frozen lake and the strange discovery that you cannot sink. These 15 floats differ on setting and hour: a forest lake under the aurora is a different evening from the shipping channel behind an icebreaker.
Float in a frozen Lapland lake in Rovaniemi, wear insulated survival suits, and chase the Northern Lights with a guide plus hot gingerbread treats.
“Thalis is a great guide, amazing experience with him!!!”
Rovaniemi icebreaker cruise to Sweden for sea-ice walking and survival-suit swimming, plus a 7-deck tour and a captain certificate.
“This was a very different and unique experience, a must try for everyone once. The activity was very well managed and the ice floating was amazing but a bit crowded but it’s understandable everyone wants to experience the same. Food was also good. A great day.”
Icebreaker Arktis from Rovaniemi to Kemi: 3-hour cruise, ice floating suits, Bothnian Bay views, and a participation certificate.
“The trip was fantastic! Beautiful views, the icebreaking experience with the icebreaker was amazing, and it was an unforgettable adventure. Swimming in the sea in a special suit was great fun and truly unique. However, I would like to point out that the communication could be improved, especially after getting off the bus, as the instructions were not always clear.”
Adult-only daytime ice floating on a frozen lake in Rovaniemi. Warm rescue suits, small-group safety, hot drinks and cookies included.
“This tour was 10/10. Victor our guide was awesome and the whole experience was surreal. We spent over an hour floating and breaking up the ice lake. It was awesome!”
Ride the Icebreaker Sampo from Rovaniemi to Kemi for Arctic views, ship tours, ice floating, and a warm day in Lapland.
“The experience of floating on icy Boltic Sea. Plenty of vegetarian food for lunch. Even though a lot of people joined the tour. The programs well organised”
Ride the Icebreaker Arktis from Kemi for a 3-hour Arctic cruise with ice floating, optional ice walking, and warm onboard comfort.
“Fantastic and no doubt a once-in-a-life time experience to swim and float on ice water!”
Float in Helsinki waters in a warm survival suit, learn cold-water rescue and hypothermia basics, and relax weightless for 1.5 hours.
“The activity was 10/10! Even though there was no ice, the floating was fantastic and Olli was a great guide, and made us feel really at ease! Thank you so much for a great time 😊”
Float in an Arctic lake in Rovaniemi during the aurora season, with thermal suits, hot drinks, and small-group comfort.
“This was definitely a highlight of our trip. You think you will be freezing, but you arent. It’s so fun to float around in the ice water. Would be incredible if you got to see the Northern Lights. The suit keeps you warm, but I would recommend extra layers in hands and feet. Will make it even better.”
Small-group Arctic ice-floating in Rovaniemi with hotel pickup, a dry float suit, and warm drinks and cookies after. About 3 hours.
“This is one of the most unique experiences I’ve ever had. Floating weightlessly on your back in ice cold water was just an amazing time”
Cruise on the Icebreaker Sampo in Kemi, walk on frozen sea, float in survival suits, and warm up at SnowCastle exhibits.
“An amazing icebreaking adventure! Warm greetings, hot drinks, and a massive ship crushing through the Gulf of Bothnia. Walking on the frozen sea and floating in the ice-cold water in those lobster suits was a total blast. Definitely a one-of-a-kind experience!”
Float on Arctic ice in Rovaniemi in a thermal suit, warm by an open fire, and chase Northern Lights on a 3-hour tour.
“Sowas erlebt man nur einmal. Was für ein großartiges Erlebnis. Wir wurden mit dem Auto ca. eine halbe Stunde von Rovaniemi zu einem See gefahren. Unterwegs hat unser Guide extra angehalten um Fotos von den Polarlichtern zu machen. Die Anzüge sind prima gepolstert, so dass es auch bei -25 Grad richtig abnehmen im Wasser war.”
Ice float on a frozen lake near Rovaniemi in a dry suit, chase the Northern Lights in dark skies, then warm up with a hot drink.
“Only six people in our group given nearing end of season, got plenty of time in the water which was nice and peaceful, the guides were very good and caring, highly recommend for trying it out”
Float weightless in Levi’s arctic lake in a rescue suit, then hunt for the Northern Lights under a starry sky with hot drinks.
“The Artic Ice Floating was amazing to experience.Unfotunately we didn't see the Northern lights due to clouds but that did not spoil anything. Just lying there, floating in the peace and quiet looking up at the stars was awesome. Something that everyone should try once in their lifetime. It was sureal as the water was freezing over as we were floating around. Don't just think about it, BOOK IT.”
Learn ice fishing, float safely on a frozen lake, then warm up with grilled salmon BBQ in Lapland during a 6.5-hour winter adventure.
“The guide and transport was great. The ice fishing with fake bait is more for fishing experience. Chances to catch a fish is low. The BBQ salmon & marshmallow was delicious. The ice-floating experience was great too. Worth a try. Though the water doesnt sip through, we could still feel abit coldness from the icy waters. Overall, it was a good experience.”
A 6-hour Lapland Arctic day trip from Kemi to ride an icebreaker, walk on frozen sea ice, and swim in survival suits in the Bothnian Sea.
“This was one of the best experiences of my life! Floating in the Baltic Sea was such a surreal moment. It was mesmerizing watching the ship break through the ice. I never felt bored as there was plenty to do. There weren’t many people on our ship, and weren’t many who wanted to swim, so my husband and I were able to spend 20 minutes in the water before other guests started showing up. The captain was so friendly and had interesting information about how he operates the ship. The food was delicious- the Swedish flag on the mashed potatoes was a nice detail.”
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