Description
Wintertime Amethyst Mine Visit
The Lapland Lampivaara Amethyst mine is a year-round travel destination where you can search for rare gemstones. Lampivaara was formed roughly 2,000 million years ago in the bellies of the ancient mountains.
Hop on to the snowcat, a large threaded snow vehicle, to the Lampivaara Amethyst mine. You will get the tools and a guidance to dig out your very own rare, hidden gemstones. As you search for your stones with the support of your professional guides, you can have a panoramic view of the surrounding snow-covered Lappish landscapes. While you are there, you will be served refreshing berry juice and will hear stories about the amethyst. During the midwinter time, when a veil of darkness covers Lapland, you may even see the Northern Lights in the middle of the day.
Descending back down with the snowcat, you will warm yourself up around a bonfire, and prepare for a lunch in the Lappish style. Delight in tasting the Finnish fish soup, reindeer meat sandwich and sausages. Head back to the town with your own amethysts in your hands.
departure
Maakuntakatu 29, 96200 Rovaniemi, Finland
Traveler pickup is offered
Pickup and drop-off from other hotels/accommodations within 10 km from Rovaniemi city center are also available.
9:00 AM
Returns to original departure point