Animal experiences Rovaniemi
Get a glimpse of life in the Arctic as you meet friendly reindeer and energetic huskies in their natural snowy surroundings. Learn about Sámi culture, enjoy peaceful sleigh rides or thrilling husky safaris, feed the animals, and warm up by a fire with hot drinks while local guides share traditions and tales.
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Set off on a husky sled safari through Lapland’s snowy forests, gliding past pine and spruce trees blanketed in snow.
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After a safety briefing, step onto your sled and follow trails across frozen rivers and shimmering ice plains.
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Visit a husky farm to learn about the dogs, their training, and the unique bond between mushers and their teams.
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Choose from a 45-minute or 60-75 minute sled ride for a full adventure, or a shorter 800m ride for a quick experience.
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Set off on a husky sled safari through Lapland’s snowy forests, gliding past pine and spruce trees blanketed in snow.
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After a safety briefing, step onto your sled and follow trails across frozen rivers and shimmering ice plains.
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Visit a husky farm to learn about the dogs, their training, and the unique bond between mushers and their teams.
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Choose from a 45-minute or 60-75 minute sled ride for a full adventure, or a shorter 800m ride for a quick experience.
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Join this guided Northern Lights search by car, complete with pick-up and drop-off for a seamless Arctic adventure.
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An English-speaking guide leads the way, with other languages available on request for a personalized touch.
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Glide through a snowy landscape on a 5km husky sleigh ride, no driving required, just sit back and enjoy.
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Savor a cup of hot blueberry juice as you take in the magic of the Lappish night, while winter gear like overalls, boots, and gloves keeps you warm.
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Join this guided Northern Lights search by car, complete with pick-up and drop-off for a seamless Arctic adventure.
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An English-speaking guide leads the way, with other languages available on request for a personalized touch.
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Glide through a snowy landscape on a 5km husky sleigh ride, no driving required, just sit back and enjoy.
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Savor a cup of hot blueberry juice as you take in the magic of the Lappish night, while winter gear like overalls, boots, and gloves keeps you warm.
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Enjoy a 7km self-driving husky safari with transfers, winter gear, a guide, hot drinks, and hands-on time with the dogs.
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Begin in Rovaniemi city center with included transfers and suit up in warm overalls, boots, and gloves for the adventure.
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Learn the basics of mushing from your English-speaking guide and meet the husky team before setting off.
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Drive your own sled across snow-covered Arctic trails, with the chance to switch drivers halfway through the ride.
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End the safari with hot drinks by the fire and spend time bonding, petting, and taking photos with the huskies.
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Enjoy a 7km self-driving husky safari with transfers, winter gear, a guide, hot drinks, and hands-on time with the dogs.
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Begin in Rovaniemi city center with included transfers and suit up in warm overalls, boots, and gloves for the adventure.
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Learn the basics of mushing from your English-speaking guide and meet the husky team before setting off.
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Drive your own sled across snow-covered Arctic trails, with the chance to switch drivers halfway through the ride.
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End the safari with hot drinks by the fire and spend time bonding, petting, and taking photos with the huskies.
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Embark on a guided snowmobile journey through the Arctic, equipped with warm thermal gear for your one-hour ride along frosted forest and tundra trails.
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Explore Rovaniemi’s untouched winter landscapes, riding exclusively on private forest land away from crowded tourist routes.
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Enjoy a more intimate, authentic experience, with small groups capped at five snowmobiles per guide and all operations handled fully in-house for quality and safety.
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Pause along the trail for photos and quiet moments, soaking in the stillness and vastness of Lapland’s snowy wilderness.
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Round off the journey beside a crackling fire, enjoying a traditional Lapland barbecue with grilled sausages and warm drinks before heading back to Rovaniemi.
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Embark on a guided snowmobile journey through the Arctic, equipped with warm thermal gear for your one-hour ride along frosted forest and tundra trails.
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Explore Rovaniemi’s untouched winter landscapes, riding exclusively on private forest land away from crowded tourist routes.
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Enjoy a more intimate, authentic experience, with small groups capped at five snowmobiles per guide and all operations handled fully in-house for quality and safety.
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Pause along the trail for photos and quiet moments, soaking in the stillness and vastness of Lapland’s snowy wilderness.
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Round off the journey beside a crackling fire, enjoying a traditional Lapland barbecue with grilled sausages and warm drinks before heading back to Rovaniemi.
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Venture deep into Lapland’s snowy forests by snowmobile or sledge, with a strong chance to spot the Northern Lights.
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Small-group tours led by a professional snowmobile guide, with all winter gear and hotel pick-up outside the city centre included.
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Enjoy campfire snacks or warm cookies and drinks as you pause to soak in the Arctic night’s atmosphere.
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Safety and comfort come first, with full instructions and thermal clothing provided for every guest.
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Upgrades: Select a night snowmobile ride with driving instructions, or opt for a sledge ride with no driving required and enjoy warm cookies.
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Venture deep into Lapland’s snowy forests by snowmobile or sledge, with a strong chance to spot the Northern Lights.
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Small-group tours led by a professional snowmobile guide, with all winter gear and hotel pick-up outside the city centre included.
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Enjoy campfire snacks or warm cookies and drinks as you pause to soak in the Arctic night’s atmosphere.
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Safety and comfort come first, with full instructions and thermal clothing provided for every guest.
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Upgrades: Select a night snowmobile ride with driving instructions, or opt for a sledge ride with no driving required and enjoy warm cookies.
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Choose between a short 500 m sleigh ride ideal for families or a 2.5 km ride for a deeper Arctic adventure.
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Visit a traditional reindeer farm, meet the herders, and discover centuries-old reindeer husbandry practices.
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Get close to the animals as you feed them, capture photos, and enjoy personal encounters in a natural setting.
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Glide through Lapland’s snowy forests on a reindeer-pulled sleigh, surrounded by serene winter landscapes.
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End your visit by the fire with hot drinks and cookies, as local herders share stories of Lapland’s culture and reindeer traditions.
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Choose between a short 500 m sleigh ride ideal for families or a 2.5 km ride for a deeper Arctic adventure.
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Visit a traditional reindeer farm, meet the herders, and discover centuries-old reindeer husbandry practices.
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Get close to the animals as you feed them, capture photos, and enjoy personal encounters in a natural setting.
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Glide through Lapland’s snowy forests on a reindeer-pulled sleigh, surrounded by serene winter landscapes.
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End your visit by the fire with hot drinks and cookies, as local herders share stories of Lapland’s culture and reindeer traditions.
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Enjoy a magical Lapland day from Rovaniemi with Santa Claus Village, husky and reindeer rides, and crossing the Arctic Circle.
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Visit Santa Claus Village, cross the Arctic Circle, and meet Santa in his office for a festive moment to remember.
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Glide through snowy trails on a 500m husky sleigh ride and spend time greeting and photographing the huskies.
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Take a 400m reindeer sleigh ride, meet Santa’s reindeer up close, and learn about their traditions from local herders.
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Travel in comfort with hotel transfers, an English-speaking guide, and small groups of up to 8 guests for a personalized experience.
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Enjoy a magical Lapland day from Rovaniemi with Santa Claus Village, husky and reindeer rides, and crossing the Arctic Circle.
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Visit Santa Claus Village, cross the Arctic Circle, and meet Santa in his office for a festive moment to remember.
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Glide through snowy trails on a 500m husky sleigh ride and spend time greeting and photographing the huskies.
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Take a 400m reindeer sleigh ride, meet Santa’s reindeer up close, and learn about their traditions from local herders.
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Travel in comfort with hotel transfers, an English-speaking guide, and small groups of up to 8 guests for a personalized experience.
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All-in-one Arctic adventure: transfers, winter gear, lunch, and iconic sleigh rides included for a seamless day out.
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Glide through snowy forests on a 500m husky sleigh ride, meeting energetic Alaskan Huskies up close.
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Take the reins on a reindeer sledge, earn your official Reindeer Driver’s License, and hear stories from local herders.
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Santa Claus Village awaits—enjoy two hours to explore, meet Santa, and cross the magical Arctic Circle.
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Kids under 150 cm can try mini snowmobiling for a dash of extra fun on a dedicated track.
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Family-friendly activities make this day trip perfect for all ages, with something special for everyone.
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All-in-one Arctic adventure: transfers, winter gear, lunch, and iconic sleigh rides included for a seamless day out.
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Glide through snowy forests on a 500m husky sleigh ride, meeting energetic Alaskan Huskies up close.
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Take the reins on a reindeer sledge, earn your official Reindeer Driver’s License, and hear stories from local herders.
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Santa Claus Village awaits—enjoy two hours to explore, meet Santa, and cross the magical Arctic Circle.
Additional Highlights:
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Kids under 150 cm can try mini snowmobiling for a dash of extra fun on a dedicated track.
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Family-friendly activities make this day trip perfect for all ages, with something special for everyone.
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Embark on a full Arctic adventure in Rovaniemi, combining thrilling snowmobile rides with husky sledging and a traditional reindeer sleigh experience.
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Glide through snowy Lapland forests on a shared snowmobile, pause for scenic photos along the trail, and switch drivers for a more immersive journey.
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Visit husky and reindeer farms, enjoy 500m sledging with both animals separately, and take home a reindeer driver’s license as a unique Lapland keepsake.
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Stay warm and comfortable with winter overalls, boots, gloves, and helmets, and recharge with hot berry juice and biscuits after your adventure.
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This family-friendly tour includes transport from central Rovaniemi and offers safety guidance, making it ideal for couples, beginners, and children.
More details
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Embark on a full Arctic adventure in Rovaniemi, combining thrilling snowmobile rides with husky sledging and a traditional reindeer sleigh experience.
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Glide through snowy Lapland forests on a shared snowmobile, pause for scenic photos along the trail, and switch drivers for a more immersive journey.
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Visit husky and reindeer farms, enjoy 500m sledging with both animals separately, and take home a reindeer driver’s license as a unique Lapland keepsake.
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Stay warm and comfortable with winter overalls, boots, gloves, and helmets, and recharge with hot berry juice and biscuits after your adventure.
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This family-friendly tour includes transport from central Rovaniemi and offers safety guidance, making it ideal for couples, beginners, and children.
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