SIMO HORSE FIELD GUIDE
Late‑Night Winter Ride: Horseback Under Lapland’s Auroras
A one‑hour, family‑friendly nighttime horseback safari in Simo that goes in search of the northern lights; this guide explains timing, what to expect, and the operator’s key policies.
Late‑Night Winter Ride: Horseback Under Lapland’s Auroras.
Embark on a magical nighttime horseback ride through snow‑covered forests in Lapland, venturing out under starry skies to seek the northern lights. The Late Night Winter Ride is billed as an unforgettable winter experience suitable for all riding levels, a quiet hour in nature whose value isn’t undone if the aurora does not appear.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
A ride in search of the northern lights
The tour heads out after dark with the aim of spotting the aurora borealis; sightings are an aim but not guaranteed, and the operator notes there are no refunds if the lights do not appear.
Snow‑covered forests and frozen landscapes
Even without an auroral display, the hour‑long outing traces quiet trails through Lapland’s snow‑filled woods and winter terrain, offering an evocative nocturnal landscape.
Family and mixed‑ability friendly
The experience is presented as suitable for riders of all levels and accepts children from four years old, making it accessible to families as well as solo aurora seekers.
What the day feels like
What the night feels like
The Late Night Winter Ride condenses winter Lapland into a single, quiet hour: a brief briefing, a slow, atmospheric trot through moonlit pines and frozen openings, and then a return to base within roughly an hour. Riders of differing experience levels share the trail as the group scans the sky for auroral curtains — an attempt that can elevate the ordinary to the extraordinary, but which the operator does not guarantee.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this outing suits — and who should think twice.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Runs in winter months from September 30 to March 31 with departures in the evening; start time is flexible between 19:00 and 19:30 and the tour returns by about 20:00–20:30.
The outing lasts approximately one hour.
Guests meet at Arctic nature tripst (the operator’s meeting location).
The supplier data does not list a detailed gear list; prospective guests should contact the operator for operator‑specific recommendations for warm winter clothing and boots.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the ride?
The tour lasts approximately one hour.
What are the start times?
Start time is flexible between 19:00 and 19:30; the group normally returns by 20:00–20:30.
Are aurora sightings guaranteed?
No — the operator aims to spot the northern lights but sightings are not guaranteed; there are no refunds if the auroras do not appear.
What is the minimum age?
Children from 4 years old are accepted on this outing.
Is transport provided?
The tour is offered without transport included; guests should arrange their own arrival and departure.
Do I need prior riding experience?
The experience is described as suitable for all riding levels, so prior experience is not required.