Reindeer Ride to Santa through the Magic Forest
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The most magical Christmas adventure awaits! Let one of our playful elves guide you to a reindeer sleigh for a memorable ride through the mystical forest. Along the way, you’ll discover the hidden home of the elves, where they’ll eagerly welcome you into their enchanted world. Bake delicious gingerbread cookies, craft your very own Christmas card, and learn the art of moving through the snow just like an elf! The highlight of your journey? A private audience with the one and only Santa Claus! Each family or group will enjoy a personal visit with the legendary gift-giver—a memory both young and old shall cherish!
- Reindeer sleigh ride
- Christmassy workshop
- Gingerbread baking
- Private family meeting with Santa on Apukka Resort’s private lands
- Digital photos with Santa
- A small gift for each guest
- Guiding
- Hot drinks & snacks
- Winter clothing (thermal overalls, thermal boots, woolen socks, mittens)
- Transfers (if needed, from Rovaniemi city center or Santa Claus Village to Apukka Resort and back)
Meeting point: Apukka Resort
Pickup is offered in following places
- Apukka Resort Meeting Point in city center (Korkalonkatu 32)
- Santa Claus Village bus stop Napapiiri I (Bus stop along the main road)
January, February, March, November, December
This activity takes place entirely on Apukka Resort’s private lands.
Our guides carefully assign seats in the sleighs to maintain an even load for the reindeer. Naturally, we aim to seat families and parties together whenever possible.
The reindeer sleighs are guided by professionals.
Special diet options (vegetarian, gluten-free, etc.) are available upon request.
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