If seeing the Aurora Borealis is on your travel list, Off the Map Travel’s latest experience offers a unique way to watch the lights: the glass-roofed Aurora Bubble Sled. Carried by snowmobile into the quiet, snow‑covered wilderness of Finnish Lapland, this mobile hotel room keeps you warm and comfortable while giving an intimate, panoramic view of the rippling northern lights. The Lapland Aurora itinerary also features guidance from a Northern Lights expert to help maximize your chances of witnessing the display.
The Bubble Sled is designed for cozy, immersive viewing. Interiors include oversized beanbags, soft reindeer skins and a sleeping kit, plus a thermostat-controlled heating system to maintain comfort through the night. The broader Lapland Aurora program is customizable and suggests activities that showcase the region: a snowmobile excursion to the tripoint where Norway, Sweden and Finland meet; winter fishing for Arctic char, trout and whitefish; a traditional Lappish meal prepared over an open fire in a kota stove; and a scenic snowmobile ride and picnic on Halti Fell.
For travelers who want to expand their adventure, the itinerary can be combined with extra days in Tromsø, Norway. The optional four-day Tromsø Experience includes waterfront hotel accommodation, elevated dining options and a Northern Lights dinner cruise, plus access to amenities such as an outdoor hot tub and sauna. Private transfers from Tromsø and all meals are included in the package; international airfare is not.
Pricing for the core four-day, three-night Lapland adventure starts at £1,099 (about $1,369) per person based on double occupancy. The Tromsø Experience add-on begins at £875 (about $1,090) per person, also based on double occupancy. Both options provide guided activities and local expertise to help create a memorable northern lights journey while allowing flexibility to tailor the program to your preferences.