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Guide leading guests on reindeer sleighs along a snowy forest trail
Aerial view of a reindeer safari caravan on a snow-covered forest trail
Guests feeding lichen by hand to an antlered reindeer from a birch-bark basket
Guests arriving at a lantern-lit log chalet in the snow

Reindeer

Daytime Reindeer Safari – 3-hour Wilderness Experience

Escape into Lapland’s snowy wilderness with a peaceful 30-minute reindeer sleigh ride, followed by an unforgettable visit to Taava Reindeer Farm, where you can meet and feed the reindeer.

Rovaniemi2 hours 30 min (allow about 3 hours) Easy

Operated by Santa Claus Reindeer

Enjoy a peaceful reindeer sleigh ride, meet the herd at Taava Reindeer Farm and warm up by the fire with Finnish refreshments.

Escape the city and embrace the stillness of Lapland's wilderness with a peaceful daytime safari. After a transfer from selected locations in Rovaniemi, enjoy an approximately 30-minute reindeer sleigh ride through snowy landscapes.

Visit Taava Reindeer Farm to meet and feed the reindeer, and hear stories from your local guide about reindeer herding and life in the Arctic.

Gather by a fire in a traditional Lappish kota or outdoor shelter to warm up with Karelian pie, Christmas glögi and gingerbread cookies.

What's included?

  • Round-trip transportation from selected pick-up points in Rovaniemi
  • Professional English-speaking reindeer guide
  • Approximately 30-minute reindeer sleigh ride
  • Visit to Taava Reindeer Farm to meet the reindeer
  • Warm drinks and local snacks by the fire

Exclusions

  • Winter overalls and thermal clothing
  • Personal travel insurance
  • Additional food and beverages
  • Private transportation or private guiding
  • Activities and services not listed in the programme

Please note

  • The booking calendar lists 2 hours 30 minutes; the programme description allows approximately 3 hours in total, including transportation.
  • Dress warmly for Arctic winter conditions; blankets or reindeer hides are provided in the sleigh.
  • Follow the guide’s instructions when approaching, feeding and interacting with the reindeer.
  • Weather, snow conditions and reindeer welfare may affect the programme.
  • Available in December, January, February and March.
  • An English and Spanish option is offered on Thursdays at 12:30.

Pick-up points

The exact pick-up time and meeting instructions are provided with your booking.

  • Lapland Hotel Sky Ounasvaara
  • Rovaniemi City
  • Santa Claus Reindeer

Cancellation policy

  • A cancellation fee of 100% applies 72 hours or less before the experience.
  • A cancellation fee of 50% applies more than 72 hours and up to 168 hours before the experience.