Take a boat trip to a floating sauna in Rovaniemi, in the middle of the Ounasjoki River with a french guide : raise the temperature before plunging into the cool waters of the Arctic Ounasjoki River ! We offer you an extraordinary experience, and very local experience.
What is the floating sauna in Rovaniemi ?
While during the winter months it is possible to practice the sauna and then swim in the frozen lakes, the practice is nevertheless different during the summer.
Indeed, the concept is to spend a few hours of total relaxation on a typical floating sauna. What’s more, you can take a refreshing dip in the waters of Ounasjoki and enjoy a barbecue and refreshments on the floating sauna terrace.
The floating sauna is a truly traditional wood-fired sauna, a changing room, a ladder down to the water, a barbecue, a picnic table and chairs.
The benefits of such an experience
The floating sauna lets you experience a true finnish cultural ritual while admiring the magnificent landscapes of Lapland. What’s more, this experience will be a true moment of rest and well-being, where you’ll enjoy the full benefits of the sauna.
Depending on the season and the time at which you book your program, you will be able to contemplate the incredible Midnight Sun, the autumn colors or even the wonderful Northern Lights.
Duration : about 3 hours, including 2 hours on the floating sauna.
Included : transportation, boat transfers to the sauna, guide, towels, drinks and snacks.
Season : from early June to the end of October (till the first ice).
Required :
- You don’t need to know how to swim.
- Remember to bring your swimsuit.
- A minimum of 2 people is required / 6 people maximum
- Activity available from 8 years old.
