Horseback Ride in Finnish Forest from Rovaniemi
About
Venture into the serene Finnish wilderness on a horseback riding tour from Rovaniemi. After convenient pickup from the city center, journey through picturesque forest roads to Kotatuli Farm. Meet and groom your horse before embarking on a guided ride through stunning landscapes, where you may encounter local wildlife such as reindeer and moose. A highlight of the tour is a cozy break in a traditional hut, where you can enjoy grilled sausage, pastries, and hot drinks around a campfire while listening to captivating stories about Finnish nature and horses.
Snacks
Air-conditioned vehicle
Pickup from Rovaniemi center
The experience includes the use of a riding helmet and suitable boots for your safety and comfort.
Cold weather clothing (please dress warmly with insulated clothing, boots, gloves, etc.)
What to bring ?
You need clothes suitable for the weather and possibly your own riding equipment
In winter: Wool socks, beanie, gloves, warm jacket and pants, and winter shoes. The gloves should be good enough to hold the reins and the hat should fit under the riding helmet.
In summer: Long-sleeved shirt, long pants, shoes with a little heel and gloves that are good for holding the reins.
Good to know
You can also borrow overalls, thermal boots, gloves and a riding helmet from us.
Please let us know in advance if you have special diets or allergies. Please also let us know if you want reinriding (our guide to walk beside your horse) on the trip.
Meeting point: Kotatuli Experience
Pickup is offered in following places
- Arctic City Hotel
- Arctic Light Hotel
- Arctic TreeHouse Hotel
- Hotelli Aakenus
- Lapland Hotels Sky Ounasvaara
- Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Rovaniemi
- Rovaniemi Airport
- Rovaniemi train station
- Santa Claus Holiday Village
- Santa Claus Village
- Santa’s Hotel Santa Claus
- Scandic Hotel Rovaniemi
- Scandic Pohjanhovi
- Scandic Polar
- Scandic Rovaniemi City
- Vanhatupa
January, March, April, May, June, July, October, November, December
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Not stroller accessible
- Not suitable for pets
- No public transportation nearby
- Infants must not sit on laps
- Infant seats unavailable
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- We will be in touch prior to your tour to confirm all details and arrange the pick-up time and location, ensuring a smooth and comfortable start to your experience.
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