Top Lapland Pack Animal Tours

Make the most of the snow-covered wintery landscape around Levi on a fun two-hour reindeer safari. Your sled will be driven by your guide so you can relax and enjoy the experience. Ride through snowy forests, admiring the views along the way. Stop for a warming hot drink and learn more about the animals and traditional Lappish culture. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included for your convenience.

Short on time in Lapland? This 2.5-hour reindeer sleigh and husky sled experience from Rovaniemi is just the ticket. Meet and learn about friendly reindeer at a reindeer farm, and settle on a reindeer sleigh for a wonderful ride through the snowy woods. Receive a souvenir reindeer driving license, see the beautiful sled dogs, and take an exciting husky-sled ride through the wintry forests. Finish with a coffee or sweet hot berry juice before returning to Rovaniemi.

Finding the Northern Lights without a guide may mean wasted searches—something you can’t afford if you’re short on time in Finland. This tour from Rovaniemi ups the chances of sightings with a guide to interpret the conditions and take you to a prime viewpoint. Plus, you’ll hear stories about the lights you might miss if searching alone, and enjoy a Lappish barbecue as an extra local touch.

Begins with a comfortable drive to the Santa Claus Village, where Christmas comes to life year-round. Enjoy free time to meet Santa Claus himself, cross the Arctic Circle and receive your official certificate, explore charming shops, and enjoy lunch in this iconic setting. The adventure then shifts into high gear as you head out on an exciting snowmobile safari through pristine winter landscapes. Ride modern, easy-to-handle snowmobiles across snow-covered forests and frozen terrain toward a traditional reindeer farm deep in the wilderness. At the farm, meet gentle Arctic reindeer, enjoy a peaceful 600 m reindeer ride, and learn about reindeer life and Sámi traditions. Warm up with local snacks and hot drinks and receive a reindeer driver’s license as a unique keepsake of your Arctic adventure. The snowmobile safari continues through the wilderness before coming to an end, leaving you with once-in-a-lifetime memories of Santa, snowmobiles, reindeer, and the true magic of Lapland.

Spotting the northern lights is just half of the challenge for travelers to Rovaniemi—capturing nature’s lightshow on camera can be just as tricky. On this tour, increase your chances of seeing the lights by visiting multiple viewpoints away from light pollution, guided by a professional night photographer. Learn expert tips and techniques for photographing the aurora, even on a smartphone, and make the most of the provided tripods.

Enjoy three quintessential Lapland experiences without spending all day out in the snow. Visit a reindeer farm and have chance to ride in a reindeer-pulled sleigh, then visit a husky dog farm, where you can meet the dogs and puppies, and hop aboard for a short sled ride. Finally, arrive at the Santa Claus Village and enjoy free time to browse the shops, meet Santa, or post a letter from the official post office.

Hunting for the Northern Lights is a quintessential experience for winter visitors to Lapland. This express tour is ideal for those short on time, ensuring you maximize your chances of spotting the Aurora Borealis. Travel out of the city with a local guide that knows all the best viewpoints and follow the daily forecast to seek out the most likely spots. While you wait, warm up with a hot drink.

Travel through the snow-covered Arctic countryside on a self-driven 6 km dogsledding adventure just outside Rovaniemi. Spend time with the huskies to pet the pack and snap photos, then learn the basics of mushing from professional handlers. Winter clothing and a hot drink with a light snack are included for your comfort.

Travel through the snowy Lappish forest like a local—on a snowmobile—on this half-day tour. Keep warm with provided thermal gear, far superior than anything you may have packed in your suitcase, and enjoy some hot blueberry juice to stay hydrated along the way. During the tour, see spectacular scenery you wouldn’t see otherwise, such as forests and lakes of the Arctic Circle.

Experience a genuine local reindeer farm away from the crowds, just 15 minutes from Rovaniemi city center. This small-group experience combines authentic Lapland traditions with close encounters with friendly reindeer, a traditional sleigh ride, and warm hospitality. Unlike many standard tours, you'll have plenty of time to interact with the reindeer, take beautiful photos, and hear real stories about reindeer herding and everyday life in the Arctic. After the sleigh ride, enjoy coffee and local pastries in a cozy setting before receiving your own reindeer driving licence as a memorable Lapland souvenir. Perfect for families, couples, and first-time visitors looking for an authentic, relaxed, and memorable Arctic experience.

See the best of Rovaniemi, the official hometown of Santa Claus and the capital of Lapland. Make the most of your limited time, as your professional guide takes you to the best lookouts, visit Santa Claus Village meeting with Santa himself, and visit reindeer and husky farms. End your day at Arktikum Arctic Museum, learn all about arctic animals, indigenous Sami people, Northern Lights and local history from the ice age to the present.

Hunt for the northern lights in style on this evening trip from Rovaniemi. Leave behind the stress of navigation and benefit from having guides to accompany you as you glide through the Lappish forests on a husky-pulled sled. Going on a guided aurora hunting trip ensures you won't miss a thing, whether you're traveling through the forest or by car to a lakeside vantage point, depending on the weather.