Duration
Free cancellation
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Guided tour
Pickup available
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Glide through the Lappish forest on a reindeer sleigh, with pick-up and drop-off from Rovaniemi city center included.
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Visit a traditional reindeer farm, meet the gentle animals, and discover their role in local culture.
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Your expert English-speaking guide shares insights on reindeer, Lappish culture & the auroras with other languages available on request.
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Stay warm with provided winter overalls and boots, plus enjoy Finnish snacks and hot blueberry juice after your ride.
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Chase the Northern Lights far from city lights, with a chance to spot this natural wonder under the Arctic sky.
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Northern Lights chase tour
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English-speaking guide (other languages available on request: German, French, Italian, Spanish, Chinese)
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Pick-up & drop-off from selected hotels in Rovaniemi city center
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Reindeer sleigh ride through Lappish forest
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Visit to a traditional reindeer farm
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Winter clothes (overall and boots)
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Finnish snacks & hot blueberry juice
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You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Glide through snowy Lappish forests on a reindeer sleigh, with a chance to spot the Northern Lights on this night safari.
Getting started
Begin with pick-up from Rovaniemi city center and travel to a traditional reindeer farm. After a brief introduction and winter gear fitting, meet your guide and get ready for your sleigh ride.
What to expect
Night reindeer sled ride and aurora safari
Experience a classic Lappish tradition as you journey by reindeer sleigh through quiet Arctic forests, far from city lights. The tour highlights the cultural role of reindeer in Lapland and offers a rare opportunity to search for the Northern Lights in a natural setting.
Features
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Reindeer sleigh ride: Travel along snowy trails guided by reindeer, a practice deeply rooted in local heritage.
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Traditional reindeer farm visit: Feed the reindeer and hear stories about their importance in Lappish folklore.
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Northern Lights viewing: Venture into areas with minimal light pollution, increasing your chances of seeing the aurora (weather and solar activity permitting).
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Local guide: Benefit from insights in English, with other languages available on request.
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Finnish snacks and hot blueberry juice: Warm up after your ride with regional treats, included in your experience.
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Winter clothing provided: Stay comfortable with supplied overalls and boots, ensuring you’re prepared for Arctic conditions.
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What to bring
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Bring a valid photo ID to match the name on your booking if requested at pickup.
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Dress in warm layers suitable for Arctic winter conditions; winter overalls and boots will be provided.
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Carry a charged camera or smartphone if you wish to capture the Northern Lights or the experience.
What’s not allowed
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Pets are not permitted on this experience.
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Alcohol, drugs, and any form of intoxication are strictly prohibited during the tour.
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Large luggage and suitcases are not allowed on the sleigh ride.
Accessibility
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This experience is not wheelchair accessible.
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Additional information
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Northern Lights sightings cannot be guaranteed as they depend on weather and solar activity.
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At least 2 people are required for the tour to operate on weekdays and Saturdays; at least 4 people are required on Sundays and public holidays.
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Children aged 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult paying full price.
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Please be ready and wait in your hotel lobby 10 minutes prior to your scheduled pickup time.
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Departure time may vary depending on the season and availability; check your confirmation email for exact details.
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Guests should be comfortable sitting outdoors in cold weather for up to 20 minutes at a time during the sleigh ride.
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Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.
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Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the meeting/pick-up point.
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Please arrive at the meeting/pick-up point 15 mins before the scheduled time of your tour to avoid any delays.
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You can either opt for hotel transfers or choose to reach the meeting point on your own.
Hotel transfers
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This ticket includes hotel pickups and drop-offs for guests staying up to 8km from city center.
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In the next step of booking, please select the name and address of your hotel.
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On the day of your tour, please report at your hotel lobby 15 min prior to your scheduled departure.
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If your hotel does not have a lobby, please wait at the entrance of the hotel.
Meeting point (if not opted for transfers & for guests with accommodation less than 6min walking distance from meeting point)
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Meet your guide at Wonderlapland.
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Address: Rovakatu 19b, 96200 Rovaniemi, Finland.
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