Why You Should Book Morning Tours In Winter
Lapland Winter Travel Tip: Book Morning Tours!
When planning your dream trip to Lapland, there’s one crucial detail that can make or break your experience – the time of day you book your activities. In the heart of winter, daylight hours in Lapland are incredibly short – sometimes as little as 3-4 hours – and for many Australians, this is completely foreign. We’re used to having plenty of sunlight, even in winter, so it’s easy to forget how limited the daylight can be when venturing to the Arctic. Read on to see why you should book morning tours in winter.
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If your activity is scheduled for the afternoon, say 2pm, most of your experience may take place in the dark. While this can be magical (and necessary) for some activities, such as chasing the Northern Lights or enjoying the atmosphere of a winter wonderland under a starry sky, it’s not ideal if you want to see and photograph Lapland’s stunning snow-covered forests, frozen lakes, and breath-taking landscapes. Morning tours take full advantage of the daylight, offering the best opportunity to soak in the scenery and capture those picture-perfect Arctic moments.
When planning your trip, consider the purpose of your visit. If your goal is to marvel at the winter beauty of Lapland in natural light or capture photos, mornings are your best bet. But if you’re drawn to night-time experiences, then afternoon tours could still work perfectly for you.
Pro Tip: Plan your days strategically and leave some time to relax by the fire with a hot drink after your adventures.
Erin Parker is a Finnish Lapland specialist, women’s adventure host and founder of Lapland Lowdown & Travel Her Way. She has travelled six continents and brings first-hand experience to every destination she writes about – from the Arctic wilderness of Finnish Lapland to the high Andes of Peru. Based in Melbourne, Australia, Erin helps long-haul travellers plan extraordinary Finnish Lapland adventures and leads small group trips for women who are ready to explore the world boldly.
