Visit the Herd – Meet Free-Ranging Reindeer in Their Natural Habitat

Other Inclusions

• Return transfer between Rovaniemi and our farm, if you have selected the transportation option.
• Snowmobile-pulled sleigh transport from our farm to the winter feeding grounds of our free-ranging reindeer herd.
• A journey into a remote roadless forest, where you'll be surrounded by untouched Arctic nature. There are no buildings or other visitors nearby. Only reindeer, peaceful wilderness and, occasionally, other native wildlife.
• All food, drinks and activities described in the programme.
• Guidance throughout the experience by a local full-time reindeer herder.
• Access to our heated kota before departure and after returning from the forest, where you can warm up, change clothing if needed and relax.
• Access to our eco toilet at the farm before and after the excursion.

Please note: There are no indoor facilities or toilets at the winter feeding grounds. We recommend using the facilities at the farm before departing into the forest.

Not Included

• Transportation between Rovaniemi and our reindeer farm, unless you have booked the transportation option. If you choose to travel independently, you will need your own car or a private taxi, as there are no public bus connections to the farm.
• Winter clothing and personal outdoor equipment. Guests are responsible for bringing warm winter clothing suitable for Arctic conditions, including insulated winter boots, warm mittens or gloves, and a hat that fully covers the head and ears.
• In February and March, we also recommend bringing sunglasses, as the reflection of the sun on the snow can be very bright.
• Optional extra services, which can be booked separately during the booking process.

What Should You Bring?

• Warm winter clothing suitable for Arctic conditions
  • Insulated winter boots
  • Warm mittens (recommended instead of gloves)
  • A winter hat that fully covers your head and ears
• Sunglasses are recommended in February and March, as sunlight reflected from the snow can be very bright.
• A camera or phone for photos
• If you wish, you're welcome to bring your own snacks or drinks to enjoy by the campfire.

Meeting point: Reindeer Journey

Pickup is offered in following places

• Arctic City Hotel
• Arktikum (Next to Pilke Building, at the top of the stairs)
• Haawe Boutique Apart Hotel
• Hotel Rudolf
• Hotelli Beana Lapponia (Meltaus)
• Lapland Hotel Sky
• Lapland Winter park & hotels: Marski P Bus Stop
• Lovely Cottage by Ounasjoki (Kittiläntie 4238)
• Marraskoski Rest Stop (Kittiläntie 3898)
• Meltaus Evesti (the Village shop)
• Nivankylä etel. th P Bus Stop
• Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna (Koskikatu 4)
• Patokosken paloasema P Bus Stop
• Postmaster Hotel (Postikatu 1)
• Railway Station (Ratakatu 3)
• Rovaniemi Bus station (Lapinkävijäntie 2)
• Ruokasenkatu Lyseonpuisto L2 Bus Stop
• Santa Claus Village (Tähtikuja 1)
• Santa Sport
• Santa’s Hotel Santa Claus (Korkalonkatu 29)
• Scandic Pohjanhovi (Pohjanpuistikko 2)
• Sinettä K-Market (the Village shop)
• Tapio Kellosuvanto P Bus Stop
• Tapionkylä Kuoksajärvi Th Bus stop
• Tolosentie 11 Meltaus
• University of Lapland (in front of the main doors)
• Ylikylä Seutulanharju th P Bus Stop

January, February, March, December

Important Information – Please Read Before Booking

Your safety and comfort are our highest priorities. Throughout the experience, you'll be accompanied by experienced local guides who know both the reindeer and the Arctic environment.

What to Expect

We set off by snowmobile-pulled sleigh into a remote, roadless wilderness to visit the winter feeding grounds of our free-ranging reindeer herd. The journey through peaceful Arctic forests is approximately 2–10 km, depending on where our reindeer have chosen to graze that day. In other words, the reindeer decide the location of each day's visit, making every experience unique and truly authentic.

Once we arrive, there is a short walk in the snow while we spend time with the herd. Walking a little also helps you stay warm during the experience.

There are no buildings, shelters or visitor facilities at the herd. The reindeer live in genuine, untouched forest wilderness, and during your visit you'll be surrounded only by nature, free-ranging reindeer and, occasionally, other Arctic wildlife. There will be no other visitors or people at the site besides your own group and your guide. The location cannot be reached independently, as there are no roads or marked trails leading there. Access is only possible with our guide by snowmobile-pulled sleigh.

Clothing

This experience takes place entirely outdoors in Arctic winter conditions. Proper winter clothing is essential.

Please wear:

• A warm winter overall or an insulated winter jacket and winter trousers
• Warm winter boots
• Warm mittens
• A proper winter hat that fully covers your head and ears (ear warmers or earmuffs alone are not sufficient or safe in cold Arctic conditions)

Being properly dressed will ensure that you stay warm and comfortable throughout the experience.

For safety reasons, we cannot take guests into the wilderness without suitable winter clothing.

Suitability

This experience is not suitable for very young children (0–3 years). The snowmobile-pulled sleigh ride and the uneven forest terrain are generally not physically demanding, but they may not be suitable for guests with back problems or certain other physical conditions.

If you are unsure whether this experience is suitable for you, please contact us before booking. We'll be happy to help you choose the most appropriate experience.

Weather

Our tours operate in temperatures down to −35°C (−31°F). If the temperature falls below this limit, the tour will be cancelled for safety reasons and you will receive a full refund.

If you have any questions about clothing, transportation or the experience itself, please don't hesitate to contact us before your visit. We're always happy to help you prepare for your Arctic adventure.

The reindeer farm is located about an hour’s drive from the Rovaniemi city centre.