FINLAND · REINDEER FARM VISITS IN LAPLAND
Away from the two big bases the farms are smaller and the groups are shorter. These 7 are the ones worth the drive, with the sleigh distance, the feeding and the hut time all spelled out.
Review of a Rovaniemi northern lights reindeer sleigh ride, with Lapland scenery, herding stories, campfire drinks, value, and practical tips.
“Organizator odwołał wydarzenie, nie zwrócił wpłaconych pieniędzy. UWAGA OSZUST.”
Ride a reindeer sledge through Lapland, visit Kopara Reindeer Park, feed the herd, and learn about traditional Sámi reindeer life.
“Magical trip. Staff from point of collection to safari were both knowledgeable, professional and friendly. The trail was stunning. We were in a small group so didn’t get lost at the back of the crowd and could hear everything said. Trail was beautiful. Only thing I would suggest is to book before 1pm if you want good photos as it starts to get dark quick, and especially if your are bringing children under 8 to wrap them up extra warm as you are sat still for an hour and it gets bitterly cold by the end of it. I admit it was expensive but it was an experience of a…”
Meet reindeer, try traditional suopunki throwing, eat by an open fire, and wait for northern lights near Ivalo, Finland.
“Expérienbce authentique a IVALO , très bien, sympathique, bon contact avec les rennes notamment des jeunes rennes. Très bonne soupe. Bonnes explications.”
Review of Lapland’s 6.5-hour canoe, reindeer, and husky tour from Rovaniemi, with farm visits, forest scenery, food, and practical tips.
“Nos lo pasamos genial, tanto mi hija como yo. Conocimos una auténtica granja de renos y aprendimos mucho sobre ellos. Pudimos darles de comer y tocarlos. La dueña ofreció un té con galletas y nos explicó todo sobre ellos. También disfrutamos con los huskies y el paseo en carro. El lago es espectacular, y el guía, muy atento y profesional. Comimos salchichas y pan de aquí tostados en hoguera típica. Bebimos agua y zumo de bayas. Conocimos los bosques y la naturaleza lapona, y la historia de la ciudad. Un magnífico día.”
Explore Inari’s Sámi culture, Siida Museum, fireside lunch, and a family-run reindeer farm on this small-group Lapland day trip.
“Incredible experience in a modern museum! Great learning and nice atmosphere. Good combination of indoor and outdoor spaces”
Make two reindeer antler keepsakes in a candlelit Lapland workshop, with all materials, a drink, and no craft skills required.
“We had a great time with family. In a warm, calm and relaxing environment.Auto-translated”
Feed reindeer, cross frozen lakes by snowmobile, fish, and share a wilderness lunch on this authentic six-hour Ivalo experience.
“We did the reindeer herding experience and it was even better than we expected!! It was amazing from start to finish, seeing how Niilo and his friends herds and feeds the reindeer daily. Seeing the real nature of Lapland with no cruelty or tourist traps was so special & unforgettable.”
Aurora nights, sled dogs, reindeer, and the sauna at the end of it.
