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Experience the best animal experiences in 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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Slide 1 of 7, Snowmobiler giving thumbs up on Arctic safari in Rovaniemi.
Snowmobiler giving thumbs up on Arctic safari in Rovaniemi.
3 hrs
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  • Ride modern two-seat snowmobiles on quiet private forest and tundra trails, with a small-group format that keeps the Arctic safari relaxed and personal.

  • Begin at the Arctic GM office for your safety briefing, meet your professional guide, then transfer together to the snowmobile base ready to gear up and go.

  • Your experience includes a guided forest and tundra tour, transfers to and from the snowmobile location, thermal overalls, safety gear, and a full safety briefing.

  • Follow your expert guide through Lapland’s snowy wilderness, swap driving with your partner, pause for photos, and warm up afterward with fireside snacks and hot drinks.

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  • Ride modern two-seat snowmobiles on quiet private forest and tundra trails, with a small-group format that keeps the Arctic safari relaxed and personal.

  • Begin at the Arctic GM office for your safety briefing, meet your professional guide, then transfer together to the snowmobile base ready to gear up and go.

  • Your experience includes a guided forest and tundra tour, transfers to and from the snowmobile location, thermal overalls, safety gear, and a full safety briefing.

  • Follow your expert guide through Lapland’s snowy wilderness, swap driving with your partner, pause for photos, and warm up afterward with fireside snacks and hot drinks.

from
€89
Slide 1 of 10, Husky sledding through snowy forest in Lapland during winter.
Husky sledding through snowy forest in Lapland during winter.
6 hrs
2 more
  • Pack three Arctic must dos into one relaxed day, with a small group, 1-hour shared snowmobile ride, and easy round-trip travel from Rovaniemi.

  • An expert English-speaking guide leads your adventure, with winter clothing, helmet, balaclava, hot juice, and biscuits included to keep you cozy outside.

  • At an Alaskan husky farm, meet the energetic dogs, learn how they are trained, then feel their power on a 500m shared sleigh ride through the snow.

  • Visit a traditional reindeer farm to hear about local herding life, glide on a 500m reindeer sleigh ride, and collect a fun reindeer driving license to take home.

  • Snowmobiling through Lapland is a highlight, as you and a partner share a snowmobile and follow forest trails past frozen landscapes perfect for photos.

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  • Pack three Arctic must dos into one relaxed day, with a small group, 1-hour shared snowmobile ride, and easy round-trip travel from Rovaniemi.

  • An expert English-speaking guide leads your adventure, with winter clothing, helmet, balaclava, hot juice, and biscuits included to keep you cozy outside.

  • At an Alaskan husky farm, meet the energetic dogs, learn how they are trained, then feel their power on a 500m shared sleigh ride through the snow.

  • Visit a traditional reindeer farm to hear about local herding life, glide on a 500m reindeer sleigh ride, and collect a fun reindeer driving license to take home.

  • Snowmobiling through Lapland is a highlight, as you and a partner share a snowmobile and follow forest trails past frozen landscapes perfect for photos.

from
€198
Slide 1 of 10, Husky sledding through snowy forest in Lapland during winter.
Husky sledding through snowy forest in Lapland during winter.
1 hr 30 mins - 3 hrs 45 mins
Transfers available
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  • Spend 1.5 to 4 hours with a professional local guide, with winter clothing, warm drinks, light snacks, and transfers or hotel pickup depending on your option.

  • Set off on an 800m to 10km ride, either sharing a sled or taking the reins yourself, depending on the option selected.

  • Visit a husky farm or kennel and spend time meeting and interacting with the dogs beyond the sled ride.

  • Learn about the dogs' daily lives, training, and role in husky sledding from your local guide.

  • Select shorter guided rides for a more relaxed introduction, or choose longer self-driven options if you're looking for a more hands-on experience.

  • Choose the pace and style that suits you, from a short shared ride to a longer self-driven safari through snowy Arctic trails.

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  • Spend 1.5 to 4 hours with a professional local guide, with winter clothing, warm drinks, light snacks, and transfers or hotel pickup depending on your option.

  • Set off on an 800m to 10km ride, either sharing a sled or taking the reins yourself, depending on the option selected.

  • Visit a husky farm or kennel and spend time meeting and interacting with the dogs beyond the sled ride.

  • Learn about the dogs' daily lives, training, and role in husky sledding from your local guide.

  • Select shorter guided rides for a more relaxed introduction, or choose longer self-driven options if you're looking for a more hands-on experience.

  • Choose the pace and style that suits you, from a short shared ride to a longer self-driven safari through snowy Arctic trails.

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€104
Slide 1 of 11, Visitors feeding reindeer at a farm in Rovaniemi during a reindeer safari experience.
Visitors feeding reindeer at a farm in Rovaniemi during a reindeer safari experience.
2 hrs 30 mins - 3 hrs
Transfers available
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  • Experience traditional reindeer herding at an authentic family-run farm, with a choice of sleigh rides through the Lapland landscape.

  • Travel with a professional guide, meet and feed reindeer, learn about herding traditions, and enjoy transfers, winter clothing, and refreshments.

  • Meet the reindeer up close, feed them, and hear stories about their care, herding traditions, and connection to Arctic culture.

  • On the relevant evening option, head into the wilderness in search of the Northern Lights after your reindeer farm experience.

  • Pick a 500m, 2.5km, or 40-minute reindeer sleigh ride, depending on how long you want to spend traveling through the snowy landscape.

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  • Experience traditional reindeer herding at an authentic family-run farm, with a choice of sleigh rides through the Lapland landscape.

  • Travel with a professional guide, meet and feed reindeer, learn about herding traditions, and enjoy transfers, winter clothing, and refreshments.

  • Meet the reindeer up close, feed them, and hear stories about their care, herding traditions, and connection to Arctic culture.

  • On the relevant evening option, head into the wilderness in search of the Northern Lights after your reindeer farm experience.

  • Pick a 500m, 2.5km, or 40-minute reindeer sleigh ride, depending on how long you want to spend traveling through the snowy landscape.

from
€87
Slide 1 of 8, Meeting Santa Claus in Santa’s Village with a festive backdrop.
Meeting Santa Claus in Santa’s Village with a festive backdrop.
5 hrs
2 more
  • Bring together some of Lapland’s best-loved experiences in one festive half-day, from meeting Santa to gliding through snowy forests with reindeer and huskies.

  • Travel with an English-speaking driver-guide, meet Santa, enjoy both sleigh rides, cross the Arctic Circle, and take home an official certificate.

  • Step into Santa’s office, meet him in person, and enjoy a festive encounter that feels right at home in the Arctic Circle.

  • Settle into a traditional reindeer sleigh and glide 500m through the snowy Lapland landscape, surrounded by quiet winter scenery.

  • Climb aboard for a 400m husky sled ride, watching the energetic dog team pull you through the snow-covered Arctic terrain.

  • Keep everyone entertained with a mix of festive and animal experiences, from meeting Santa to riding with reindeer and huskies, all in one half-day outing.

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  • Bring together some of Lapland’s best-loved experiences in one festive half-day, from meeting Santa to gliding through snowy forests with reindeer and huskies.

  • Travel with an English-speaking driver-guide, meet Santa, enjoy both sleigh rides, cross the Arctic Circle, and take home an official certificate.

  • Step into Santa’s office, meet him in person, and enjoy a festive encounter that feels right at home in the Arctic Circle.

  • Settle into a traditional reindeer sleigh and glide 500m through the snowy Lapland landscape, surrounded by quiet winter scenery.

  • Climb aboard for a 400m husky sled ride, watching the energetic dog team pull you through the snow-covered Arctic terrain.

  • Keep everyone entertained with a mix of festive and animal experiences, from meeting Santa to riding with reindeer and huskies, all in one half-day outing.

from
€219
Slide 1 of 6, Guests feeding a husky in a snowy enclosure.
Guests feeding a husky in a snowy enclosure.
1 hr 30 mins
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  • Get a gentle introduction to Arctic sled culture outside Rovaniemi, ideal for first-time visitors and animal lovers looking for a taste.

  • Get picked up from Rovaniemi stays within 10km or meet at the office, then ride 20 minutes to the husky farm, with return transfers included.

  • Enjoy an 800m sled ride led by your English-speaking guide, plus a guided look around the husky farm to see how the dog teams live.

  • After your ride, meet the huskies, hear stories about their training and daily life, and warm up with hot drinks and cookies in Arctic style.

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  • Get a gentle introduction to Arctic sled culture outside Rovaniemi, ideal for first-time visitors and animal lovers looking for a taste.

  • Get picked up from Rovaniemi stays within 10km or meet at the office, then ride 20 minutes to the husky farm, with return transfers included.

  • Enjoy an 800m sled ride led by your English-speaking guide, plus a guided look around the husky farm to see how the dog teams live.

  • After your ride, meet the huskies, hear stories about their training and daily life, and warm up with hot drinks and cookies in Arctic style.

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€59
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4 hrs
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  • Take the reins of your own husky team for a 5km sled ride, combining hands-on mushing with time to meet the dogs and unwind by the fire.

  • Learn from an experienced guide, use winter clothing for adults and children, and enjoy pick-up and drop-off within 10km of Rovaniemi city center.

  • Learn the basics of mushing before setting off on a 5km sled ride, handling your own husky team as you travel through the snowy landscape.

  • Spend time with the dogs and learn more about their lives before or after your ride, getting a closer look at the animals behind the experience.

  • Warm up in a traditional Finnish kota with biscuits and juice by the fire after your time on the snowy trails.

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  • Take the reins of your own husky team for a 5km sled ride, combining hands-on mushing with time to meet the dogs and unwind by the fire.

  • Learn from an experienced guide, use winter clothing for adults and children, and enjoy pick-up and drop-off within 10km of Rovaniemi city center.

  • Learn the basics of mushing before setting off on a 5km sled ride, handling your own husky team as you travel through the snowy landscape.

  • Spend time with the dogs and learn more about their lives before or after your ride, getting a closer look at the animals behind the experience.

  • Warm up in a traditional Finnish kota with biscuits and juice by the fire after your time on the snowy trails.

from
€189
Slide 1 of 6, Husky sledding through snowy landscape in Rovaniemi.
Husky sledding through snowy landscape in Rovaniemi.
3 hrs
2 more
  • Take the reins on a thrilling 5km self-driving husky sled ride through the stunning winter landscapes of Rovaniemi.

  • Receive expert instructions on sled driving and safety, ensuring you feel confident and in control throughout your adventure.

  • Visit husky farms to meet the dogs up close, interact, and capture the magic of these amazing sled companions.

  • Hotel pick-up from Rovaniemi ensures a seamless, stress-free start to your adventure, so you can focus entirely on the fun.

  • Warm up with hot drinks and snacks after your ride, all provided as part of your experience.

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  • Take the reins on a thrilling 5km self-driving husky sled ride through the stunning winter landscapes of Rovaniemi.

  • Receive expert instructions on sled driving and safety, ensuring you feel confident and in control throughout your adventure.

  • Visit husky farms to meet the dogs up close, interact, and capture the magic of these amazing sled companions.

  • Hotel pick-up from Rovaniemi ensures a seamless, stress-free start to your adventure, so you can focus entirely on the fun.

  • Warm up with hot drinks and snacks after your ride, all provided as part of your experience.

from
€169
Slide 1 of 9, Husky team pulling sleigh under Northern Lights in snowy Rovaniemi, Finland.
Husky team pulling sleigh under Northern Lights in snowy Rovaniemi, Finland.
3 hrs 30 mins
  • Combine a 5km husky sleigh ride with a guided Northern Lights hunt, moving from snowy trails to secluded Arctic viewing spots in one evening.

  • Travel with an English-speaking guide, use winter clothing, and enjoy transfers from the meeting point to Santa Claus Village.

  • Settle into a sled pulled by a team of huskies and glide 5km through snow-covered forests and open plains beneath the Arctic night sky.

  • Travel by car to a secluded forest clearing or lakeside location selected for its dark skies, with your guide helping you look for the Aurora.

  • Take a moment to warm up with hot blueberry juice between the husky ride and your Northern Lights search.

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  • Combine a 5km husky sleigh ride with a guided Northern Lights hunt, moving from snowy trails to secluded Arctic viewing spots in one evening.

  • Travel with an English-speaking guide, use winter clothing, and enjoy transfers from the meeting point to Santa Claus Village.

  • Settle into a sled pulled by a team of huskies and glide 5km through snow-covered forests and open plains beneath the Arctic night sky.

  • Travel by car to a secluded forest clearing or lakeside location selected for its dark skies, with your guide helping you look for the Aurora.

  • Take a moment to warm up with hot blueberry juice between the husky ride and your Northern Lights search.

from
€189