THE LONGEST REINDEER SAFARI FROM ROVANIEMI
Visit an authentic reindeer farm in a remote area away from Rovaniemi city, harness your own reindeer and enjoy a long sled safari (7km) in the wild forests of Lapland!
Quick Info
Location: Rovaniemi
Duration : 5h00
Price: from 145€/pers!
Authentic & local experience
LOCATION
Included
Activity, 7km Safari (around 2h00), transfers, expert guiding, passion of the herders, BBQ snack.
TIME & DURATION
Start: 10:00
Duration: 5h00
SEASON
December to March
BEST PRICE IN TOWN!
ADULTS
1-2 Adult(s): 155€ / pers (190€)
3-4 Adults: 150€ / pers (185€)
5+ Adults: 145€ / pers (180€)
CHILDREN (8-12)
Children (<12 yo) : 100€/ child (125€)
Prices include VAT
DESCRIPTION
Herders will meet you at their farm located in the middle of Lapland forests, far away from Rovaniemi city. They have been herding reindeer for generations, and will gladly share with you a bit of their lifestyle during this tour. You will for example start the visit by learning how to catch a reindeer with a lasso. If you want, you can even practice yourself with a wooden target!
Then, you will be introduced to your own reindeer. You will harness it yourself and prepare your sleigh for a long romantic ride. Reindeer sledding was traditionally a way of transportation for loads and passengers in Lapland. Nowadays, certain skillful herders continue training the best elements of their herds to perpetuate this tradition.
Once ready, you will go for a long sleigh adventure into the white forests, following a 7 kilometer trail (around 2 hours!). This safari is the longest safari in all Rovaniemi areas and Southern Lapland. If the snow conditions permit it, you will steer and drive yourself along the trail. You are always two participants per sleigh, and you can alternate between steering and enjoying the ride as a passenger.
Halfway, you will stop and have a break around the fire to enjoy some typical Finnish barbecue snacks. Reindeer also can have a treat; you will feed them with some delicious lichen, which is like chocolate to them!
After this warming break, you will ride back to the farm by another route if possible. You can stay a bit longer at the farm if you want to take more pictures, buy some souvenirs, or just enjoy the peaceful atmosphere of the place. Your guide will then drive you back to your accommodation in Rovaniemi.
NB: If you would like to enjoy a shorter reindeer experience, please check our other excursion here.
INFORMATION
INCLUDED
- Hotel pick-up
- Transportation (counted in the duration)
- Expert outdoor guide
- Visit and 7km safaris as mentioned
- Snack around the fire.
- Entrance fees
- Winter overalls and boots
- All handling fees and taxes
NOT INCLUDED
- Gratuities
PLEASE NOTE
We recommend to book in advance, as availability may be limited in peak seasons.
A minimum of 2 paying adult participants is required for the trip to operate. We reserve the right to cancel the trip if the group is too small or because of bad weather conditions.
If you are a solo traveler, you are very welcome to join any departing trip at the standard price or we may organise the trip just for you at some extra costs (please contact us).
Child prices apply only to children under 12 years old. Children must be accompanied by one adult. The child rate only apply if the conditions of two paying adult participant is met. Please note that children under 8 years old must be declared before booking and their participation is subject to our approval because of safety reasons : indeed, for families with young children, we offer reindeer experiences that are more adapted to the conditions of children.
Please dress appropriately according to the weather, with warm clothes, good winter boots, gloves, hats and thick socks.
The mentioned duration of the safari is only indicative; the experience may last longer or shorter, depending on snow conditions or the animal’s good willing.
CANCELLATION POLICY
- We will charge a cancellation fee of 10% if booking is cancelled 7 days or more before departure;
- We will charge a cancellation fee of 50% if booking is cancelled between 7 days and 24h before departure.
- We will charge a cancellation fee of 100% if booking is cancelled 24h or less before departure.
BOOK YOUR TOUR WITH US!
HOW TO BOOK
Select the number of participants, the date and time in the calendar below and follow the booking steps. Payment by credit or debit card.
CONTACT US
If you have also any question, feel free to ask and we’ll be happy to answer you with as many details as possible. You can also write us on Whatsapp (+358 (0) 40 258 2081).
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