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Highlights
- Experience traditional reindeer herding at an authentic family-run farm, with a choice of sleigh rides through the Lapland landscape.
- Travel with a professional guide, meet and feed reindeer, learn about herding traditions, and enjoy transfers, winter clothing, and refreshments.
- Meet the reindeer up close, feed them, and hear stories about their care, herding traditions, and connection to Arctic culture.
- On the relevant evening option, head into the wilderness in search of the Northern Lights after your reindeer farm experience.
- Pick a 500m, 2.5km, or 40-minute reindeer sleigh ride, depending on how long you want to spend traveling through the snowy landscape.
Your Experience
Learn about authentic Arctic traditions at a family-run reindeer farm, with your choice of sleigh ride distance and the chance to feed, photograph, and connect with these gentle animals.
Getting started
Your adventure begins with a convenient transfer from your Rovaniemi hotel or a meeting at the City office. Here you’ll receive your winter clothing, get a quick overview of what’s ahead, and settle in for the scenic drive to an authentic family-run reindeer farm in the snowy countryside.
What to expect
Reindeer farm visit and sledding
Spend time at a family-run reindeer farm, combining local stories and animal encounters with a choice of sleigh rides and a relaxed fireside break.
Features:
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Farm visit & reindeer encounters: On arrival, you’ll meet the herders who will introduce you to their way of life and share stories about the deep cultural connection between reindeer and the people of Lapland. You’ll have the chance to feed the reindeer, take memorable photos, and enjoy close encounters with these gentle Arctic animals.
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Sleigh ride adventure: The highlight of the tour is a reindeer-pulled sleigh ride through snowy forests and across peaceful winter landscapes. Depending on the option you select, you can enjoy a short 500m ride, a scenic 2.5km journey, or a longer 40-minute adventure through Lapland’s wilderness. The crisp air, snowy silence, and steady rhythm of reindeer hooves create a magical experience.
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Warming up by the fire: After your ride, you’ll gather around a crackling fire to warm up with hot berry juice, tea, or coffee, served with cookies. Here, you can relax, ask questions, and listen to more fascinating insights from local herders about reindeer culture, herding practices, and daily life in the Arctic.
Inclusions & Exclusions
- 2.5 to 4-hour guided reindeer experience (as per option selected)
- Reindeer sleigh rides (as per option selected)
- Visit to an authentic, family-run reindeer farm
- Reindeer meet-and-greet and interaction
- Reindeer herding and Arctic culture insights
- Official reindeer driving license certificate (as per option selected)
- Northern Lights search in the wilderness (as per option selected)
- Professional guide
- Round-trip transfers from Rovaniemi City Center
- Winter clothing (thermal overalls, boots and gloves)
- Hot drinks and cookies
- Liquor, beer, & bottled beverages
- Travel insurance
This product offers multiple ticket options. Some items above (like transfers or fast-track access) may only apply to specific options — confirm what's included when you select yours.
Ticket Delivery
- Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.
- Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point.
- Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.
Cancellation Policy
These tickets can't be rescheduled or cancelled.
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