Top Rovaniemi Pack Animal Tours in 2026

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.

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.

The aurora borealis (northern lights) are best seen from Rovaniemi city limits—although sightings can never be guaranteed. Spend a magical evening in the Arctic countryside on this group tour. After pickup in a comfortable car, your guide brings you to an open cottage for a Lappish barbecue feast and hot drinks with marshmallows around a fire as you wait for the lights.

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.

Calling all northern explorers! After pickup from your hotel, head out on a husky safari, meeting reindeer and huskies in Santa's Village. Once the sun goes down, hunt for the spectacular northern lights among Arctic forests and lakes. Finish your adventure with a warming cup of tea and a traditional Lappish BBQ by the bonfire.

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.

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.

Step into authentic Lapland life at a genuine, family-owned 100-year-old reindeer farm near Rovaniemi, home to over 400 reindeer in winter: a real working herd, not a handful of animals kept for photos. After pickup, step into the enclosure to feed the reindeer by hand and enjoy a long, peaceful sleigh ride through the snowy forest. The ride is optional – you're welcome to skip it and stay with the reindeer instead. Our reindeer are part of our family's herd and used to pulling sleighs, so the rides are calm and slow-paced. Gather around the campfire while a local reindeer herder shares real stories about life on the farm and reindeer herding traditions. Groups are kept small (max 8 guests) for a relaxed, personal atmosphere, and professional-quality photos are sent to you after the tour. A private option is also available for your own group – booking it with children? Please select all travellers as Adults, the private price is for the whole group (up to 8 guests).

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.