FISHERMANS LODGE
Accommodation

Countryside Cottage by the River *Kuukkeli Tupa*

ChaletinRovaniemi, Lapland

  • Direct water access
  • River, Stream
  • Pike, Perch, Zander / Pike-Perch +5
  • Distance to water: 5m

Where you'll stay

  • 2Bedrooms
  • 1Bathrooms
  • 5Guests
  • 70 m²Living Space
  • Sauna
  • Self Check-in

Just 13km from Rovaniemi’s city center, this little cocoon is the perfect place to return to after a day of Arctic adventures! This little corner of paradise, far from the city’s light pollution, is also the perfect place to watch the Northern light dancing in the starry sky.
Discover the art of relaxation without modern distractions in our seasonal haven. Here, no television to distract you from the true essence of vacation living.

Included : Kitchen cutleries and dishes, Bedding linen, Towels.
Ideal for two adults and two children :
• 1 double bed + 2 single beds
• 1 baby cot (on demand)
• Fully-equipped kitchen
• Washing machine
• Free parking

* Having a rental car is strongly recommended.

The best time to visit

  • Spring 🌱
  • Summer ☀️
  • Autumn 🍂
  • Winter ❄️

Amenities & Facilities

  • Family friendly
  • Pet friendly
  • Basic Supplies (Towels/Bed Linen)
  • Internet
  • Fridge
  • Freezer
  • Dishwasher
  • Coffee Machine
  • Oven
  • Microwave
  • Washing Machine
  • Dryer
  • Bedding
  • Vacuum Cleaner
  • Towels
  • WiFi
  • Children's Bed
  • Terrace
  • Garden Furniture and Seating
  • Fire Pit

Arrival Instructions

All arrival instructions and information will be given personally to the guests before their arrival.

All details about the Accommodation

Basic Information

Size
70 m²
Plot Size
250 m²
Rooms
4

Accommodation Details

Guests (max.)
5
Beds
3
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
1
Toilets
Inside

Heating and Amenities

Heating
Electric
Hot Water
Usable in Winter
Self Check-in
Jetty/Dock on-site
Sauna
Details about the sauna
Traditional Firewood Sauna | Outside
Your fishing adventure

The fishing area

The water, fishing and key local conditions at a glance.

The water

Big river with current, the area of the house has several plants by the shore and the ground is muddy.

  • River
  • Stream
  • Direct water access
  • Jetty/Dock on-site
  • Distance to water: 5m

Fishing on site

Very good spot for Pike fishing, they hide and ambush between the weeds (weeder lure highly recommended to avoid getting frequently stuck) Very good spot for Perch fishing, very active in the area. Coarse fish is also common in the area. Whitefish, Grayling and Trout are very rare to find in this specific spot but they are present in the river.

Fishing license: Individual Fisheries Management Fee required

  • Spinning
  • Fly Fishing
  • Coarse Fishing
  • Ice Fishing
  • Pilk Fishing
  • Fishing with Nets and Traps

Fish Types in the Area

Pike

Pike

Perch

Perch

Zander / Pike-Perch

Zander / Pike-Perch

Coarse Fish

Coarse Fish

Whitefish

Whitefish

Trout

Trout

Burbot

Burbot

Grayling

Grayling

Waters & Permits

Waters in the Area

What you'll be fishing, who issues the permits, and which restrictions apply at this exact spot - sourced live from Finnish public services.

Primary water body

Unnamed riverRiver

Distance
0.0 km
Area
123.23 km²
Current weather

-9.5 °C

Wind
2.2 m/s(gust 3.7)
Humidity
86%
Pressure
991 hPa

Reported just now

Surface water temp

2.5 °C

Unari, Sodankylä

Nearest gauge · 72.6 km away

Reported 241 hours ago

5-day forecast

6 days ahead

  • Sun

    2°/-9°

    1.0 mm

    4.4 m/s

  • Mon

    1°/-1°

    3.2 mm

    2.5 m/s

  • Tue

    -3°/-4°

    0.3 mm

    5.3 m/s

  • Wed

    2°/-3°

    4.4 mm

    5.6 m/s

  • Thu

    1°/-2°

    0.3 mm

    2.9 m/s

Other waters in the area

6 nearby water bodies

Olkkajärvi - Matkalampi

Lake
Distance
6.0 km
Area
13.87 km²
Shoreline
39.8 km
Islands
12

Sierijärvi

Lake
Distance
1.9 km
Area
3.46 km²
Shoreline
12.9 km
Islands
1

Toramojärvi

Lake
Distance
3.8 km
Area
20.0 ha
Shoreline
2.7 km

Jääskönlampi

Lake
Distance
2.3 km
Area
9.9 ha
Shoreline
1.4 km

Kurijärvi

Lake
Distance
4.6 km
Area
9.5 ha
Shoreline
1.6 km

Keskilampi

Lake
Distance
3.2 km
Area
5.2 ha
Shoreline
1.5 km

Note: All data is sourced from public Finnish services and shown without warranty. Only the responsible authority can give binding information.

Data: © Suomen ympäristökeskus (Syke), CC BY 4.0 · © Ruokavirasto / ELY-keskukset, CC BY 4.0 · © Metsähallitus / Eräluvat, CC BY 4.0 · © GBIF.org and contributing publishers (incl. FinBIF/laji.fi), CC BY 4.0 · © Maanmittauslaitos / Suomen ympäristökeskus, CC BY 4.0 · © Ilmatieteen laitos (FMI), CC BY 4.0

Fishing Permits & Restrictions

Information about fishing permits for route fishing in the region. Please verify that the linked site contains the most up-to-date information and actually covers the area where you want to fish.

2410 Simojoki ja Kuivaniemi, valtion vedet

The angling permit area covers state-owned waters within the Simojoki and Kuivaniemi fisheries region.

This diverse area includes free side waters of the Simojoki and Simojärvi, headwaters with lakes in the Kuivajoki region, as well as several other lakes offering excellent opportunities for versatile fishing. The Simojoki River is not included in the permit area.

Responsible Authority: Metsähallitus, Wildlife Service Finland, northern area

Pricing

Adults
Daily Price15€ / DayWeekly Price30€ / WeekSeasonal Price50€ / Season
Minors
Daily Price7.5€ / DayWeekly Price15€ / WeekSeasonal Price25€ / Season

No special restrictions are known for this permit. Please check the official site for more information.

More about the regionBuy Permit (Eraluvat.fi)

2406-Keski-Kemijoki, valtion vedet

The angling permit area includes state-owned waters located within the Keski-Kemijoki fisheries region. The Kemijoki River is not included in the permit area.

Responsible Authority: Metsähallitus, Wildlife Service Finland, northern area

Pricing

Adults
Daily Price10€ / DayWeekly Price20€ / WeekSeasonal Price30€ / Season
Minors
Daily Price5€ / DayWeekly Price10€ / WeekSeasonal Price15€ / Season
Restrictions
  • Lower pond regulation dam

    All fishing prohibited (dam/fish passage) (1.1 - 31.12)

    Fishing is not allowed in a canal leading to a power station or other facility, or within 100 metres below a dam as referred to in Section 4(1) of the Dam Safety Act (494/2009) (Fisheries Act, Section 71).
  • Juotaskoski power plant dam

    All fishing prohibited (dam/fish passage) (1.1 - 31.12)

    Fishing is not allowed in a canal leading to a power station or other facility, or within 100 metres below a dam as referred to in Section 4(1) of the Dam Safety Act (494/2009) (Fisheries Act, Section 71).
  • The dam at the Kaarn power station

    All fishing prohibited (dam/fish passage) (1.1 - 31.12)

    Fishing is not allowed in a canal leading to a power station or other facility, or within 100 metres below a dam as referred to in Section 4(1) of the Dam Safety Act (494/2009) (Fisheries Act, Section 71).
  • Kaihua power station dam

    All fishing prohibited (dam/fish passage) (1.1 - 31.12)

    Fishing is not allowed in a canal leading to a power station or other facility, or within 100 metres below a dam as referred to in Section 4(1) of the Dam Safety Act (494/2009) (Fisheries Act, Section 71).
  • Kaihua power station dam

    All fishing prohibited (dam/fish passage) (1.1 - 31.12)

    Fishing is not allowed in a canal leading to a power station or other facility, or within 100 metres below a dam as referred to in Section 4(1) of the Dam Safety Act (494/2009) (Fisheries Act, Section 71).
  • Closure of fishing in Peura Pond, Pahal Pond, Lower Salmilamm and River Ponds area

    Prohibition on ice fishing (1.1 - 31.12)

    Prohibition on lure fishing (1.1 - 31.12)

    Angling prohibition (1.1 - 31.12)

  • Kemijoki river basin

    Migratory fish waters (1.1 - 31.12)

  • River Kemijoki, between Valajaskoski-Tennilä-Sinettä

    Prohibition on lure fishing (1.1 - 31.12)

  • Regulation of fishing in Lehtosalmi and Luuksinsalmi in Kemijärvi

    Economic Development Centres decision on restricting fishing (1.7 - 15.7)

    Prohibition on lure fishing (1.6 - 15.7)

    No gillnet fishing and no fishing with lures under general fishing rights from 1 June to 15 July each year.
  • The Koutajoki river basin

    Migratory fish waters (1.1 - 31.12)

  • Kuusilampi

    Prohibition on lure fishing (1.1 - 31.12)

    Angling prohibition (1.1 - 31.12)

    Prohibition on ice fishing (1.1 - 31.12)

  • Unnamed pond south of Little Mella Pond

    Prohibition on lure fishing (1.1 - 31.12)

    Prohibition on ice fishing (1.1 - 31.12)

    Angling prohibition (1.1 - 31.12)

  • Lake Näskäjärvi regulation dam

    All fishing prohibited (dam/fish passage) (1.1 - 31.12)

    Fishing is not allowed in a canal leading to a power station or other facility, or within 100 metres below a dam as referred to in Section 4(1) of the Dam Safety Act (494/2009) (Fisheries Act, Section 71).
  • Ossauskoski power plant dam

    All fishing prohibited (dam/fish passage) (1.1 - 31.12)

    Fishing is not allowed in a canal leading to a power station or other facility, or within 100 metres below a dam as referred to in Section 4(1) of the Dam Safety Act (494/2009) (Fisheries Act, Section 71).
  • Lake Paattinkijärvi regulation dam

    All fishing prohibited (dam/fish passage) (1.1 - 31.12)

    Fishing is not allowed in a canal leading to a power station or other facility, or within 100 metres below a dam as referred to in Section 4(1) of the Dam Safety Act (494/2009) (Fisheries Act, Section 71).
  • Lake Pasma

    Prohibition on lure fishing (1.1 - 31.12)

    Angling prohibition (1.1 - 31.12)

    Prohibition on ice fishing (1.1 - 31.12)

  • Permantokoski power plant dam

    All fishing prohibited (dam/fish passage) (1.1 - 31.12)

    Fishing is not allowed in a canal leading to a power station or other facility, or within 100 metres below a dam as referred to in Section 4(1) of the Dam Safety Act (494/2009) (Fisheries Act, Section 71).
  • Pond

    Prohibition on ice fishing (1.1 - 31.12)

    Prohibition on lure fishing (1.1 - 31.12)

    Angling prohibition (1.1 - 31.12)

  • Petäjäskoski power plant dam

    All fishing prohibited (dam/fish passage) (1.1 - 31.12)

    Fishing is not allowed in a canal leading to a power station or other facility, or within 100 metres below a dam as referred to in Section 4(1) of the Dam Safety Act (494/2009) (Fisheries Act, Section 71).
  • The Little Causeway dam

    All fishing prohibited (dam/fish passage) (1.1 - 31.12)

    Fishing is not allowed in a canal leading to a power station or other facility, or within 100 metres below a dam as referred to in Section 4(1) of the Dam Safety Act (494/2009) (Fisheries Act, Section 71).
  • Pirttikoski power plant dam

    All fishing prohibited (dam/fish passage) (1.1 - 31.12)

    Fishing is not allowed in a canal leading to a power station or other facility, or within 100 metres below a dam as referred to in Section 4(1) of the Dam Safety Act (494/2009) (Fisheries Act, Section 71).
  • Pirttikoski power plant

    All fishing prohibited (dam/fish passage) (1.1 - 31.12)

    Fishing is not allowed in a canal leading to a power station or other facility, or within 100 metres below a dam as referred to in Section 4(1) of the Dam Safety Act (494/2009) (Fisheries Act, Section 71).
  • Salmilampi or Bear's Nest Pond

    Prohibition on ice fishing (1.1 - 31.12)

    Prohibition on lure fishing (1.1 - 31.12)

    Angling prohibition (1.1 - 31.12)

  • Saukkojärvi dam

    All fishing prohibited (dam/fish passage) (1.1 - 31.12)

    Fishing is not allowed in a canal leading to a power station or other facility, or within 100 metres below a dam as referred to in Section 4(1) of the Dam Safety Act (494/2009) (Fisheries Act, Section 71).
  • Lake Saukkojärvi regulation dam

    All fishing prohibited (dam/fish passage) (1.1 - 31.12)

    Fishing is not allowed in a canal leading to a power station or other facility, or within 100 metres below a dam as referred to in Section 4(1) of the Dam Safety Act (494/2009) (Fisheries Act, Section 71).
  • Seitakorva dam

    All fishing prohibited (dam/fish passage) (1.1 - 31.12)

    Fishing is not allowed in a canal leading to a power station or other facility, or within 100 metres below a dam as referred to in Section 4(1) of the Dam Safety Act (494/2009) (Fisheries Act, Section 71).
  • Seitakorva power plant dam

    All fishing prohibited (dam/fish passage) (1.1 - 31.12)

    Fishing is not allowed in a canal leading to a power station or other facility, or within 100 metres below a dam as referred to in Section 4(1) of the Dam Safety Act (494/2009) (Fisheries Act, Section 71).
  • Simojoki river basin

    Migratory fish waters (1.1 - 31.12)

  • Tammilampi, Rovaniemi

    Prohibition on ice fishing (1.1 - 31.12)

    Prohibition on lure fishing (1.1 - 31.12)

    Angling prohibition (1.1 - 31.12)

  • Weathering dam at Tervaoja

    All fishing prohibited (dam/fish passage) (1.1 - 31.12)

    Fishing is not allowed in a canal leading to a power station or other facility, or within 100 metres below a dam as referred to in Section 4(1) of the Dam Safety Act (494/2009) (Fisheries Act, Section 71).
  • Tornion river basin

    Migratory fish waters (1.1 - 31.12)

  • Valajaskoski power plant dam

    All fishing prohibited (dam/fish passage) (1.1 - 31.12)

    Fishing is not allowed in a canal leading to a power station or other facility, or within 100 metres below a dam as referred to in Section 4(1) of the Dam Safety Act (494/2009) (Fisheries Act, Section 71).
  • Lake Vanttausjärvi regulation dam

    All fishing prohibited (dam/fish passage) (1.1 - 31.12)

    Fishing is not allowed in a canal leading to a power station or other facility, or within 100 metres below a dam as referred to in Section 4(1) of the Dam Safety Act (494/2009) (Fisheries Act, Section 71).
  • Vanttauskoski power plant dam

    All fishing prohibited (dam/fish passage) (1.1 - 31.12)

    Fishing is not allowed in a canal leading to a power station or other facility, or within 100 metres below a dam as referred to in Section 4(1) of the Dam Safety Act (494/2009) (Fisheries Act, Section 71).
More about the regionBuy Permit (Eraluvat.fi)

2407-Raudanjoki, valtion vedet

The angling permit area includes state-owned waters located within the Raudanjoki fisheries area. This diverse permit area features large lakes suitable for trolling or boat fishing, as well as numerous small streams for shore anglers.The Raudanjoki River itself is not included in this permit area.

Responsible Authority: Metsähallitus, Wildlife Service Finland, northern area

Pricing

Adults
Daily Price10€ / DayWeekly Price20€ / WeekSeasonal Price30€ / Season
Minors
Daily Price5€ / DayWeekly Price10€ / WeekSeasonal Price15€ / Season
Restrictions
  • Closure of fishing in Peura Pond, Pahal Pond, Lower Salmilamm and River Ponds area

    Prohibition on ice fishing (1.1 - 31.12)

    Prohibition on lure fishing (1.1 - 31.12)

    Angling prohibition (1.1 - 31.12)

  • Kemijoki river basin

    Migratory fish waters (1.1 - 31.12)

  • River Kemijoki, between Valajaskoski-Tennilä-Sinettä

    Prohibition on lure fishing (1.1 - 31.12)

  • The Koutajoki river basin

    Migratory fish waters (1.1 - 31.12)

  • Kurkiaska power plant dam

    All fishing prohibited (dam/fish passage) (1.1 - 31.12)

    Fishing is not allowed in a canal leading to a power station or other facility, or within 100 metres below a dam as referred to in Section 4(1) of the Dam Safety Act (494/2009) (Fisheries Act, Section 71).
  • Permantokoski power plant dam

    All fishing prohibited (dam/fish passage) (1.1 - 31.12)

    Fishing is not allowed in a canal leading to a power station or other facility, or within 100 metres below a dam as referred to in Section 4(1) of the Dam Safety Act (494/2009) (Fisheries Act, Section 71).
  • Pond

    Prohibition on ice fishing (1.1 - 31.12)

    Prohibition on lure fishing (1.1 - 31.12)

    Angling prohibition (1.1 - 31.12)

  • Saukkojärvi dam

    All fishing prohibited (dam/fish passage) (1.1 - 31.12)

    Fishing is not allowed in a canal leading to a power station or other facility, or within 100 metres below a dam as referred to in Section 4(1) of the Dam Safety Act (494/2009) (Fisheries Act, Section 71).
  • Tammilampi, Rovaniemi

    Prohibition on ice fishing (1.1 - 31.12)

    Prohibition on lure fishing (1.1 - 31.12)

    Angling prohibition (1.1 - 31.12)

More about the regionBuy Permit (Eraluvat.fi)

2409-Ala-Kemijoki ja Perämeri, valtion vedet

The angling permit area includes inland waters located within the Ala-Kemijoki and Perämeri fisheries region. Within the permit area, anglers will find both small streams and large lakes.

Responsible Authority: Metsähallitus, Wildlife Service Finland, northern area

Pricing

Adults
Daily Price10€ / DayWeekly Price20€ / WeekSeasonal Price30€ / Season
Minors
Daily Price5€ / DayWeekly Price10€ / WeekSeasonal Price15€ / Season
Restrictions
  • Arppeen pond

    Prohibition on lure fishing (1.1 - 31.12)

    Prohibition on ice fishing (1.1 - 31.12)

    Angling prohibition (1.1 - 31.12)

  • Iijoki river basin

    Migratory fish waters (1.1 - 31.12)

  • Kemijoki river basin

    Migratory fish waters (1.1 - 31.12)

  • River Kemijoki, between Valajaskoski-Tennilä-Sinettä

    Prohibition on lure fishing (1.1 - 31.12)

  • The Koutajoki river basin

    Migratory fish waters (1.1 - 31.12)

  • Dry river basin

    Migratory fish waters (1.1 - 31.12)

  • Kuusilampi

    Prohibition on lure fishing (1.1 - 31.12)

    Angling prohibition (1.1 - 31.12)

    Prohibition on ice fishing (1.1 - 31.12)

  • Unnamed pond south of Little Mella Pond

    Prohibition on lure fishing (1.1 - 31.12)

    Prohibition on ice fishing (1.1 - 31.12)

    Angling prohibition (1.1 - 31.12)

  • Ossauskoski power plant dam

    All fishing prohibited (dam/fish passage) (1.1 - 31.12)

    Fishing is not allowed in a canal leading to a power station or other facility, or within 100 metres below a dam as referred to in Section 4(1) of the Dam Safety Act (494/2009) (Fisheries Act, Section 71).
  • Lake Pasma

    Prohibition on lure fishing (1.1 - 31.12)

    Angling prohibition (1.1 - 31.12)

    Prohibition on ice fishing (1.1 - 31.12)

  • Permantokoski power plant dam

    All fishing prohibited (dam/fish passage) (1.1 - 31.12)

    Fishing is not allowed in a canal leading to a power station or other facility, or within 100 metres below a dam as referred to in Section 4(1) of the Dam Safety Act (494/2009) (Fisheries Act, Section 71).
  • Petäjäskoski power plant dam

    All fishing prohibited (dam/fish passage) (1.1 - 31.12)

    Fishing is not allowed in a canal leading to a power station or other facility, or within 100 metres below a dam as referred to in Section 4(1) of the Dam Safety Act (494/2009) (Fisheries Act, Section 71).
  • Simojoki river basin

    Migratory fish waters (1.1 - 31.12)

  • Tornion river basin

    Migratory fish waters (1.1 - 31.12)

  • Valajaskoski power plant dam

    All fishing prohibited (dam/fish passage) (1.1 - 31.12)

    Fishing is not allowed in a canal leading to a power station or other facility, or within 100 metres below a dam as referred to in Section 4(1) of the Dam Safety Act (494/2009) (Fisheries Act, Section 71).
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Guided Tours & Equipment

Activities, equipment & full-service close by

Relevant add-ons grouped by distance from this accommodation. Availability was checked for Dec 15, 2026 – Dec 19, 2026.

Nearby (< 25km)

120 €
Activity
11.1 km
Duration: 2.5 hours
Not available throughout

Family Ice Fishing adventure

Experience the magic of Lapland’s winter wonderland with a family-friendly ice-fishing adventure that’s perfect for kids and adults alike.

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135 €
Activity
11.7 km
Duration: 3 hours

Floating Sauna river cruise, swimming and Barbecue

Step aboard our floating sauna and discover one of Finland’s most iconic traditions in a truly unique setting. Cruise along the Ounasjoki River, heat up in a traditional wood-fired sauna, cool down with a swim and enjoy the peaceful landscapes of Lapland.

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138 €
Activity
11.7 km
Duration: 3 hours

Guided Fishing Boat Tour in Rovaniemi

Embark on a boat trip on the emblematic rivers of Rovaniemi: Ounasjoki and Kemijoki. During this adventure, your guide will introduce you to this very local activity that is fishing and will also share his knowledge of Lappish culture and nature with you.

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440 €
Activity
11.7 km
Duration: 6 hours

Arctic Immersion: Snowshoeing and Ice Fishing with Open-Fire Cooking (Private)

Immerse yourself in a memorable private adventure through the Lappish nature with snowshoes (or sliding snowshoes), ice fishing and a traditional Lappish barbecue. Walk through the snowy landscapes of the Arctic forest, discover the silence of the frozen lake and live the experience of traditional ice fishing, afterwards enjoy a delicious traditional barbecue around the fire.

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205 €
Activity
11.7 km
Duration: 3 hours

Snowmobile and Ice fishing Combo

This short ice fishing program will allow you to quickly try your hand at ice fishing. During this private snowmobile tour, we will take a break on a frozen lake or river, there, you will be able to make your own hole with the ice drill and install your fishing line. We will also share hot drinks to warm up.

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420 €
Activity
11.7 km
Duration: 4 hours

Private Snowmobile & Ice Fishing with Open Fire Cooking

This program is ideal for fishermen or people wishing to put the odds on their side in order to catch great fishes. During this private program, we will leave from our office by snowmobile then we will stop on a lake or a frozen river, where we will take the time to practice ice fishing. Your guide will light up a fire for you to warm up, and also to prepare some small snack.

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90 €
Activity
11.7 km
Duration: 3 hours

Guided Canoe Adventure

Glide through calm waters under the vast northern sky, where the silence is broken only by the soft rhythm of your paddle and the distant calls of birds. Along the way, your guide will share fascinating insights about Lapland’s unique ecosystem, local wildlife, and traditional ways of life in the Arctic.

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500 €
Activity
18.2 km
Duration: 8 hours

Private Trout and Grayling Fishing Experience on river Ounas

We offer an fishing experience on our home river Ounas. This River is approx 300km long and it meets River Kemi location where Rovaniemi was founded at the city center. This river has on some locations very strong Grayling population, also river offers big Trouts weighting multiple kilos.

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650 €
Activity
18.2 km
Duration: 8 hours

Private Northern Pike Fishing day in Rovaniemi, Lapland

We offer Private Day of Massive Northern Pike Fishing Experience on our home river, Kemi River. Fishing is done from the boat. On recent years biggest Pikes in Finland are caught from our River Kemi. Guide picks you up and takes cafe of everything. Private trip for 1-3/4 persons.

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Regional (< 50km)

from97€/ per night

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