Experience a 10-hour Arctic adventure: Rovaniemi Icebreaker Cruise. Explore engine rooms, walk on frozen sea ice, and get a Cruise & Swim Certificate. Unique Lapland marine exploration with buffet lunch.
✔️ Engine: 2 X MAK 8M551AK, 9460 hp
✔️ Length: 78 m, Width: 14 m, Draught: 5.22 m
✔️ Once in a lifetime experience
✔️ Comfortable and warm bus
✔️ No special skills required
Nov - Apr
10 hours
~ 07:00
Yes
0 years
480.00
EUR
Experience the extraordinary power of a real Arctic icebreaker and discover the frozen waters of the Bothnian Sea on this unforgettable full-day adventure from Rovaniemi. The Polar Explorer Icebreaker Cruise offers a rare opportunity to witness a powerful icebreaker navigating through thick sea ice, walk on the frozen sea and experience floating in icy Arctic waters while wearing a specially designed survival suit.
Combining an authentic icebreaker experience with unique Arctic activities, this is much more than an ordinary sightseeing cruise. It is an opportunity to explore the fascinating world of icebreaking and experience the frozen Baltic Sea from a completely different perspective.
Your adventure takes you from Rovaniemi across the Finnish-Swedish border to the coast of the Bothnian Sea, where the Polar Explorer awaits. The departure terminal is located in Swedish Lapland, approximately 40 km from the Finnish border.
Once aboard, you will have approximately three hours to discover this impressive vessel and experience its unique activities. As the icebreaker moves through the frozen sea, you can observe how its powerful hull breaks through thick layers of ice, opening a passage through the winter landscape.
The Polar Explorer is a 78-metre-long industrial icebreaker powered by 9,460 horsepower. With seven decks and a capacity of up to 185 passengers, the vessel offers plenty of space to explore, relax and enjoy the journey.
An icebreaker is a remarkable piece of engineering, designed to operate in some of the harshest marine conditions. During your visit, you can explore different parts of the vessel and discover how it operates.
Visit the engine room to see the machinery that powers this impressive ship, and make your way to the Captain's bridge to discover where the crew navigates through the frozen sea. An onboard cinema also offers an informative film about icebreakers and their role in Arctic navigation.
An audio guide app provides additional information about the vessel and the experience in multiple languages, allowing you to explore at your own pace.
One of the most extraordinary moments of the Polar Explorer cruise is the opportunity to step off the ship and walk directly on the frozen Bothnian Sea.
The icebreaker creates an opening in the surrounding sea ice, allowing passengers to access the frozen surface. Step onto the thick Arctic ice, explore the area around the vessel and take photographs of this unusual winter landscape.
Standing in the middle of a frozen sea is an experience that few travellers get to enjoy. The combination of the enormous icebreaker, the surrounding ice fields and the vast northern landscape makes this a truly memorable part of the journey.
For many visitors, the highlight of the entire adventure is the opportunity to float in the freezing waters of the Arctic Sea.
Wearing a specially designed thermal survival suit, you can enter the icy water and float comfortably on the surface. The suit provides insulation and buoyancy, allowing you to experience the extraordinary sensation of being surrounded by freezing seawater without direct contact with it.
You do not need to be an experienced swimmer to enjoy this unusual activity. Simply relax, float on your back and take in the unique surroundings. It is a fascinating way to experience the Arctic environment from a perspective that would otherwise be impossible.
After the activity, you can return aboard the icebreaker, warm up and continue enjoying the facilities of the vessel.
Whether you are fascinated by powerful ships, interested in Arctic engineering or looking for an unforgettable winter activity, the Polar Explorer Icebreaker Cruise offers something genuinely different.
From watching a real icebreaker crush through thick sea ice to walking on the frozen sea and floating in icy Arctic waters, every part of the experience gives you a closer look at life and exploration in the northernmost regions of Europe.
It is an adventure suitable for travellers looking to experience something beyond the usual Lapland activities – a full-day journey into the frozen world of the Bothnian Sea.
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✔️ Cruise & arctic swim certificate
✔️ Hot drink on board
✔️ Film in icebreaker theater
✔️ 7 decks guided tour (available on 18 languages via application)
✔️ Swimming in survival suits
✔️ 3h icebreaker cruise
✔️ Professional English speaking guide
✔️ Hotel pickup & drop off
⚡ Seasonal outdoor clothing
⚡ Camera and drinking water
❌ Meals
The Polar Explorer Icebreaker Cruise’s departure terminal is located in Swedish Lapland, only 40 km away from the Finnish border.
It is easy to reach from any place in Finnish and Swedish Lapland.
Shuttle bus transfer from Rovaniemi is included.
For the best experience, we recommend wearing thermal underwear and warm pants as a base layer. On top, a fleece jacket without a hood is ideal to keep you cozy and comfortable. Avoid skirts, dresses, or shorts. For socks, wear two pairs - a regular pair underneath and a warm pair on top.
You can also bring hand and foot warmers (heat pads) for extra comfort. This layering helps you stay warm and dry under the floating suit and makes your floating experience much more enjoyable.
Yes, the ice floating experience is designed to be completely safe and warm. Participants wear high-quality, lightweight, and waterproof rescue floating suits that provide excellent thermal insulation. These suits ensure you stay dry and comfortable even in the icy water, allowing you to fully relax and enjoy the unique Arctic sensation without feeling cold. For your safety, it's essential to follow all instructions given by your professional guide before and during the activity. Our guides are trained to ensure your experience is both safe and unforgettable.
Please be on time! Our tours follow a strict schedule, and if you miss the hotel pick-up, you will not be able to join later. Arriving separately by taxi or private car is usually not possible, as it may disrupt the program and group safety. Plan ahead — we appreciate your understanding.
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