Authentic Reindeer Farm Visit & Short Sleigh Ride

EXPERIENCE HIGHLIGHT

Travel from Rovaniemi to an authentic reindeer farm, meet the herders and animals, and learn about reindeer husbandry and life in Lapland. When snow conditions allow, drive your own sleigh on a short 400–600 m ride, then enjoy some hot drinks and cookies.

Experience Overview

Departs from: Rovaniemi

Duration: 3 hours

November to April

Departure: 09:00

Minimum age: 4 years old

Small group (max. 8 participants)

Guided languages: English, French

Difficulty: Very easy

Operated by Nordic Odyssey

Discover the traditions behind one of Lapland’s most iconic animals during a complete reindeer farm experience. Meet local herders, approach the semi-wild reindeer and learn how reindeer husbandry has influenced everyday life, livelihoods and culture in northern Finland.

When sufficient snow is available, you can try a self-driven 400–600 m reindeer sleigh ride lasting approximately 2–3 minutes. This short, hands-on ride gives you an opportunity to practise guiding the sleigh while leaving plenty of time to interact with the animals and explore life at the farm.

Continue your visit with the herders, ask questions and enjoy hot drinks and cookies in a relaxed setting. This option prioritises cultural discovery and meaningful time with the reindeer, making it particularly well suited to families and guests who value animal interaction over a longer safari.

WHAT IS INCLUDED

  • Small-group experience
  • Pickup and drop-off at your accommodation
  • Transportation
  • Expert outdoor guide
  • Reindeer farm visit and short 400m self driven safari
  • Hot drinks & cookies
  • All handling fees and taxes

WHAT IS NOT INCLUDED

  • Winter overalls and boots, available as an optional extra (5€/set)

PLEASE NOTE

  • The tour requires a minimum of two paying adults to operate. We reserve the right to cancel if the minimum group size is not reached or if weather conditions are unsafe.
  • Solo travellers are welcome to join any confirmed departure at the standard price or book a private departure for an additional fee.

WHERE IS THE MEETING POINT

This tour starts at Nordic Odyssey Office, Jaakonkatu 4-6, Rovaniemi, Finland, 96200 Rovaniemi, Lappi, FI.

CAN I BE PICKED UP FROM MY ACCOMMODATION

Pickup is included in the tour price from the standard pickup locations listed below.

When booking, you can choose pickup or meet at the designated meeting point.

To reduce the environmental impact of unnecessary short-distance vehicle transfers, guests staying less than 750 m from the Nordic Odyssey office are required to meet directly at the office. Pickup is therefore not provided within this area.

Pickup is included within 8 km of Rovaniemi centre.

Pickup outside the standard area may be possible for an additional charge. A location on the route to the activity may sometimes be included at no extra cost.

If your accommodation is not listed, select the custom accommodation option during booking and enter the address. The pickup request is subject to confirmation.

PICKUP LOCATION:

  • Aito Igloo & Spa Resort (95€ extra one way)
  • Apukka Resort (45€ extra one way)
  • Arctic City Hotel (meeting in Nordic Odyssey Office)
  • Arctic Light Hotel (meeting in Nordic Odyssey Office)
  • Arctic Panorama Resort & Spa
  • Arctic Resort Delight
  • Arctic Snow Hotel & Glass Igloos (70€ extra one way)
  • Arctic TreeHouse Hotel
  • Aurora Hill Resort (35€ extra one way)
  • Glass Resort
  • Golden Circle Suites (meeting in Nordic Odyssey office)
  • GuestHouse Arctic Heart (meeting in Nordic Odyssey office)
  • Guesthouse Borealis
  • Guesthouse Outa (meeting in Nordic Odyssey office)
  • Haawe Boutique Apart Hotel (meeting in Nordic Odyssey Office)
  • Halo Igloos Resort (65€ extra one way)
  • Hilla Villa (35€ extra one way)
  • Hostel Café Koti (meeting in Nordic Odyssey Office)
  • Hostel Ibedcity
  • Hostel Tikka
  • Hotelli Aakenus (meeting in Nordic Odyssey office)
  • Hotelli Metsähirvas (50€ extra one way)
  • Invisible Forest Lodge
  • Kotatieva Resort (40€ extra one way)
  • Lapland Glow Chalets (35€ extra one way)
  • Lapland Hotels Ounasvaara Chalets
  • Lapland Hotels Sky Ounasvaara
  • Lapland Winter Park Resort (35€ extra one way)
  • Lomavekarit Apartments
  • Motelli Rovaniemi (35€ extra one way)
  • Nordic Odyssey Office
  • Nova Galaxy Village (45€ extra one way)
  • Nova Skyland Hotel (Santa Claus Village)
  • Ollero Eco Lodge (30€ extra one way)
  • Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna (meeting in Nordic Odyssey Office)
  • Ounaskoski Camping
  • Ounasvaara Lakituvat
  • Ounasvaara Sport Cottages
  • Postmaster Hotel
  • Rovaniemi Bus Station
  • Rovaniemi Train Station
  • Saarituvat Cottages
  • Santa Claus Holiday Village
  • Santa's Hotel Noelle (City center - meeting in Nordic Odyssey office)
  • Santa's Hotel Rudolf (meeting in Nordic Odyssey office)
  • Santa's Hotel Santa Claus (City Center - meeting in Nordic Odyssey Office)
  • Santa's Igloos Arctic Circle
  • Santasport Hotel
  • Scandic Pohjanhovi (meeting in Nordic Odyssey Office)
  • Scandic Polar (meeting in Nordic Odyssey Office)
  • Scandic Rovaniemi City (meeting in Nordic Odyssey Office)
  • SkyView Igloo Resort (35€ extra one way)
  • Snowman World
  • Theater Parking Lot (meeting in Nordic Odyssey Office)
  • Vaattunki Wilderness Resort (60€ extra one way)
  • Wherever Hostel (meeting in Nordic Odyssey office)

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