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An hour in Inari to learn the science and photograph the Northern Lights
A one-hour guided session at Wilderness Hotel Juutua that explains the science of the Aurora and provides personalized camera settings to help you capture it.
An hour in Inari to learn the science and photograph the Northern Lights.
Set in Inari, Lappi, Finland, the Aurora Workshop is an engaging, one-hour session led by expert guides who explain the science behind the Northern Lights and coach participants on camera settings so they can document the display.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Aurora science in plain terms
Expert guides provide a simple, accessible overview of the science behind the Northern Lights so participants leave with a clear understanding of what creates the aurora.
Personalized camera settings
Bring your own camera and receive tailored settings and guidance aimed at improving your chances of photographing the aurora successfully.
Concise, practical, memorable
The experience combines focused instruction and photography coaching into a compact, one-hour workshop that blends learning with practical application.
What the day feels like
What the workshop feels like
Over the course of an hour, guides walk the group through a straightforward explanation of the aurora and then work with participants to set up cameras and optimize exposure settings—an approach that pairs understanding with hands‑on photographic practice.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this workshop suits — and when to check with the operator.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
You may bring your own camera; guides will help optimize camera settings so you can photograph the aurora.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the Aurora Workshop?
The workshop runs for one hour.
Where do we meet for the workshop?
The meeting location is Wilderness Hotel Juutua.
Can I bring my own camera?
Yes — you can bring your own camera and receive personalized settings to help photograph the Northern Lights.
What will the guides teach?
Guides provide a simple overview of the science behind the Northern Lights and offer camera settings and coaching for photographing them.
Is the workshop more science talk or photography lesson?
The workshop combines both: it pairs an explanation of aurora science with practical camera coaching.
Who operates the Aurora Workshop?
The workshop is operated by Wilderness Hotel - Juutua.