About Aurora Quest

Founded in 2015 by local Lapland natives, Aurora Quest began as a dream to share the ancient magic of revontulet – the “firefox flames” as our ancestors called the Northern Lights. Born and raised in Lapland, we grew up with Sami stories of the aurora dancing across our winter skies, and we’ve dedicated our lives to sharing this wonder with visitors from around the world.

Lapland sits directly beneath the Aurora Oval, making it one of Earth’s premier locations for witnessing this celestial phenomenon. Our region experiences aurora activity on over 200 nights per year, with the phenomenon visible from late August through April. The combination of our subarctic location at 66°33’N, minimal light pollution, and stable weather patterns creates optimal conditions for aurora viewing.

The Northern Lights, or Aurora Borealis, occur when electrically charged particles from the sun collide with gases in Earth’s atmosphere at altitudes of 80-300 kilometers. In Lapland, we’re blessed to witness this cosmic dance in its full glory – from gentle green curtains swaying across the sky to explosive coronas that fill the entire heavens with color. Our ancestors believed the lights were caused by the firefox running so fast across the snow that its tail swept up flakes, creating sparks in the sky.

Today, we combine this rich cultural heritage with modern aurora science and forecasting. Our team monitors solar wind data, KP-index levels, and local weather conditions to predict optimal viewing opportunities. We’ve welcomed over 50,000 guests from 80+ countries, maintaining a 98% aurora success rate by understanding both the science and the soul of the Northern Lights.