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Glamping in Lapland: Hunt for the Northern Lights

April 17, 2018 by Arianwen Morris 20 Comments

If you’re hoping to see the Northern Lights, Finland is one of the best places to go. The northernmost region—Lapland—is a vast sub-Arctic wilderness offering plenty of magical places to stay. Glamping is a luxurious form of camping completely different from the typical hotel experience, and the range of glamping options in Lapland is quite extensive. Here are some of the most memorable ones.

AURORA DOMES

If you’re looking for a comfortable, relaxing place to stay and enjoy views of nature, an Aurora Dome might be perfect. Located in the beautiful isolated cabin village of Torassieppi on the bank of a lake, these domes are remarkable.

Each one has a single transparent wall facing north, giving you uninterrupted views of the star-lit skies and the absolute best chance of seeing the incredible Northern Lights from your campsite. One night in an Aurora Dome will connect you with nature in an enchanting new way.

The domes are decorated with Lapland themes and are fully insulated. They’re also fitted with beautiful open fires, keeping you warm and cosy.

GLASS IGLOOS

If the idea of the transparent walls of the domes appeals, why not take it one step further and stay in a glass igloo? Not only do they provide clear views of the outdoors in every direction (including overhead!), but their windows are specially designed not to frost over or steam up.

These igloos are built for comfort with a cosy bed and private ensuite bathroom. Also, in the winter months, there’s the option of staying in a real snow igloo instead. Just make sure you use a very good sleeping bag as they don’t do as good a job of keeping the cold out.

AURORA BUBBLES

Created by Jouko and Mari Lappalainen, Aurora Bubbles are one of a kind. Built with a wooden base and a Perspex dome, they ensure a comfortable, cosy environment and are located a long distance from any light pollution, offering unobstructed views of the Northern Lights on a clear night.

LOG CABINS

If you’re less inclined to stray from your comfort zone, there are plenty of log cabins throughout Lapland. With ornate carpentry and rustic charm, they tend to be more spacious, and some have built-in skylights too. Their often-remote locations make them great bases for Aurora hunting, and many have jacuzzis—arguably an even better place from which to observe the sky.

TREE HOTELS

Built high in the trees or on elevated platforms, tree hotels offer elevated, breathtaking views of the surrounding Arctic landscape.

Providing a truly immersive, isolated experience, these hotels can only be accessed by bridges or, in some cases, ladders and can be as high as 10 m. The cabins are camouflaged, giving the sensation that you’re completely hidden from the world.

ARCTIC VIEW ROOMS

Arctic view rooms are perfectly designed to make you feel like you’re sleeping outdoors without the winter chill freezing your bones. Three sides of the room are made completely from glass, providing clear views of your surroundings from your bed. The roof is also glass, giving you a great chance of seeing the Northern Lights dancing in the sky while you prepare to go to sleep.

Then, when you need privacy, close the drapes to cover the walls while leaving your roof open for the perfect viewing experience.

This post was produced in collaboration with The Aurora Zone, the original Northern Lights travel company. Bringing together expert guides and photographers, they use a six-point Aurora Hunting Plan to give you the best possible chance of seeing this incredible phenomenon.

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  1. Georgina Livermore says

    May 10, 2018 at 1:15 am

    I think I would have to choose the glass igloos! They all sound amazing though I don’t think you’d be disappointed however you did it :)

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  2. Georgina Livermore says

    May 10, 2018 at 1:17 am

    I love the glass igloo idea! Although I bet you wouldn’t be disappointed with any of those options to be honest. I bet it’s incredible!
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  3. Bryan Fisher says

    May 10, 2018 at 3:25 pm

    I would love to see the northern lights, but I am a more authentic kind of guy. I would love to go camping rather than glamping! Or simply sleep under the stars!

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  4. same day taj mahal tour by car says

    May 19, 2018 at 8:18 am

    Thanks for sharing, Up in Lapland, we call the Northern Lights “revontulet”, meaning “fox fires”. Local people and elves used to think that the colourful swirls of light were made by an Artic fox (like the one below) running through the sky, swishing its big, bushy tail as it went.

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    • Arianwen Morris says

      June 13, 2018 at 8:22 am

      I absolutely love this! Thanks for sharing. Foxes are my favourite animal :)

      Reply
  5. James Smith says

    May 23, 2018 at 9:39 am

    Nice Blog and i have found many information from your website blog and also have good picture on this blog. Thanks for sharing.

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  6. Eric Gamble says

    May 23, 2018 at 11:33 pm

    This was amazing. I love your photos. I went to Iceland in hopes of seeing the Aurora but unfortunately brought the clouds with me and never saw them at all.
    With that said, I really want to give it a chance in the Lapland! I actually have it on my bucket list to stay in one of the Glass Igloos but any of the Bubble Hotels would work too. What an amazing adventure. How did you take the pics? DId you have a setting on your camera that could get them?
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    • Arianwen Morris says

      June 13, 2018 at 8:25 am

      Unfortunately I have to admit these photos aren’t mine. I would be just as interested as you to learn more about snapping a really good Aurora photo. When I saw the Northern Lights, it was really unexpected. I didn’t have my camera handy and once I’d located it I didn’t have time to change the settings!

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  7. shweta@Same day Agra Tour by car says

    June 13, 2018 at 9:12 am

    What a great post and blog! I loved your post.. Such a awesome pictures and great information you shared! Thank you so much for sharing this post!
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  8. Juliette says

    June 15, 2018 at 7:11 pm

    This sounds incredible! Love this!

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  9. Sarah says

    June 25, 2018 at 6:06 pm

    This is literally my dream and I loved all your ideas. I’m not sure which to pick.

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    • Arianwen Morris says

      June 27, 2018 at 12:45 pm

      The Northern Lights are amazing. I just noticed your website. I’m actually coming to Alleppey in September. I’ll drop you an email!

      Reply
  10. Reshmaty says

    July 5, 2018 at 4:20 am

    It all sounds so magical.. love the idea of arctic view rooms. Thanks a bunch.

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  11. Stuart Forster says

    July 17, 2018 at 1:35 pm

    I love the idea of spending time in one of the Aurora Domes!

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  12. Scott Spencer-White says

    July 19, 2018 at 12:14 pm

    Incredible! I’d love to do this! Awesome write up!

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  13. Anna Makridi says

    August 9, 2018 at 11:46 am

    Wonderful place! Thanks for sharing!

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  14. Same day Agra Tour by train says

    August 17, 2018 at 7:56 am

    What a wonderful post and place you shared. This is really fantastic pictures. Thank you so much for sharing this post.

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  15. delhi agra jaipur tour 4 days says

    September 10, 2018 at 7:12 am

    What a great write up! This post is really very good and you shared awesome pic and pictures in your post. Thank you so much.
    Keep sharing!

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  16. Blerim Norja says

    October 2, 2018 at 7:50 pm

    Such an amazing place! It seems fantastic!

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  17. MarkStuder says

    December 5, 2019 at 9:17 pm

    In Finland, nature’s most spectacular light show, the Aurora Borealis, can be viewed in a range of purpose-built spaces from glass igloos to luxury suites.

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