The idea of a perfect winter in Lapland would be incomplete without a sledge ride in Rovaniemi. Come winter, when you are in a place like Lapland, the mode of transport switches from wheels to sledges mostly. Around you, there are not just animals but also the wonderful snowmobiles and other vehicles pulling sledge. As you look around, you’ll figure out how sledge ride becomes an essential part of Lappish way of life.
Winter holiday in Rovaniemi is nothing less than a dreamy affair. With plenty of tourist attractions and diverse nature to explore, you will be left spellbound. But riding an Arctic Animal Sledge in Rovaniemi is definitely the most sought after winter activity. Reindeer and huskies are the most important sledge animals that are responsible for most of the sledge riding activities and you can spot the cute pugmarks on fresh snow as you go exploring nature trails around. We, too, have curated some exciting Arctic Animal Sledge rides that are subject to winter conditions and are unique in their own way.
Check out the 8 most popular Arctic Animal Sledge in Rovaniemi that you can book with Nordic Unique Travels this winter!
1. Reindeer Farm experience
A reindeer farm visit in winter is so different from the one you’d do during the summer months. Everything around is changed and the views are more enchanting. The reindeers are fatter and stronger and are perfectly equipped to pull the sledges for kilometres. Fewer male reindeer have horns remaining on their heads. There are plenty of traditional reindeer farms that become operational during winter as they are mostly closed in summer or partially operational.
The experience of a farm visit, meeting and feeding the reindeer, riding a sleigh, and sipping a warm blueberry juice by the fireplace while looking at the snow-swept landscape is priceless. A reindeer farm experience is unparalleled one when you choose to visit Rovaniemi in winter.
Duration of activity: 2-3 hours
Price per person: 79 EUR
2. Husky farm visit & Husky sleigh ride
A visit to the husky farm and husky sleigh ride is an ideal winter activity for a perfect day out in Rovaniemi. Siberian Huskies adapt to extreme cold so well & this is visually evident when you plan a trip to Rovaniemi in winter. As the snow cover around intensifies, the furry friends become super ecstatic & are all charged up to take you around for a run in and around the farm area.
The number of dogs pulling the sleigh depends on the number of tourists going for the sleigh ride. The farm visit also allows you to take a closer look at the lifestyle of the adorable Arctic creatures and listen to their stories and challenges faced by the husky farm owners in everyday life.
Duration of activity: 2-3 hours
Price per person: 79 EUR
3. Snowy trails Husky Safari – 10 km & 20 km
Snowy trails Husky Safari, mostly available in 10 km & 20 km ride is one of the most popular tours booked by people visiting Rovaniemi in winter. The tour starts with a short introduction with the sledge dogs who are going to take you out for a ride. As the tour progresses, you will find yourself crossing the lush outdoors of Lapland and savouring every bit of pristine nature.
The ride through the Finnish countryside, the stories of the huskies from the farmers, and hot juice and Finnish gingerbread cookies, make for the highlight of this 4-hour trip that will leave you enthralled.
Duration of activity: 3-4 hours
Price per person: 159 EUR (10 km), 229 EUR(20 km)
4. Snowmobiles & Huskies
The unique outdoors of Rovaniemi is for everyone to see, and appreciate. And there couldn’t be a better way to explore nature’s grandeur in Lapland other than riding snowmobiles and husky sledge! As you set for this tour and delve deeper into Rovaniemi outdoors you discover hidden gems of winter meticulously planted by the glorious nature. All the snow-swept landscapes and picture-postcard locations that you have been seeing on social media and cinemas start to appear before your eyes.
And to top it all, the company of huskies, the most adorable creature in Lapland is exactly what you’d need to make your journey one of the most memorable ones of your lifetime. Some bonfire and Lappish barbecue with warm juice would make your tour just perfect.
Duration of activity: 6-7 hours
Price per person: 199 EUR
5. Snowmobile & Animals Day Tour
An animal fun day along with snowmobile ride is simply too much of awesomeness to handle in one day! Yes, the day starts with a visit to the traditional husky and reindeer farm where you get to meet and greet the most adorable creatures of Lapald, learn more about their way of life straight from the herders, and also enjoy some authentic Lappish snacks. The reindeer and husky sleigh ride would make your visit a memorable one!
Post your visit to the farm, you straight away head to the stunning Lappish forest riding a snowmobile. The adventure, one of its kind takes you through the remarkable forest of Rovaniemi as you’ll be able to see and appreciate the frozen surroundings.
Duration of activity: 5-6 hours
Price per person: 179 EUR
6. Forest Trail Reindeer Safari
The Forest Trail Reindeer Safari is a tour straight from your dreams! Everything about this tour is so traditional and authentic. Be it the adornment of the sleigh, the appearance of reindeers, or the safari trails cutting right through the untouched nature areas of Rovaniemi, the safari is for sure a major highlight of Arctic animal Sledge ride in Rovaniemi.
This tour also allows you to choose a tour guide that can speak either in Dutch, German, French, Italian, Spanish, or Chinese with you. Also, pick up and drop off to the accommodation is included in the tour.
Duration of activity: 3-4 hours
Price per person: 159 EUR
7. Santa Claus and Reindeer Experience by Snowmobile & Sleigh
Did you know that the Arctic Circle line crosses right through the Santa Claus Village in Rovaniemi? And crossing it is considered quite auspicious in Finnish tradition. This tour allows you to hop on to the snowmobile and drive all the way to the Santa Claus Village, of course after receiving basic snowmobile driving instruction. The ride through the amazing landscape and forest is momentous and exciting.
After the lunch buffet at the Santa Claus village, you can spare sometime writing postcards to your beloved ones from the Arctic Circle post office. Later, you will be visiting Santa’s reindeer farm and meet the adorable reindeers and know a lot about them from the herders.
Duration of activity: 6-7 hours
Price per person: 188 EUR (twin driving), 239 EUR (one adult driving)
8. Reindeer Experience and Northern Lights
Sami reindeer farm visit is a rare and one of its kind experience! When you are on a trip to Rovaniemi in winter this tour must be on your list. The best part is when you choose this tour under the flourishing Polar Lights/Northern Lights. After listening to the stories from reindeer farmer and trying some Lappish snacks and warm drinks you are guided to the forest region on a reindeer sleigh where you can expect to sight some beautiful Northern Lights in the darkness of the night.
Having said everything, it must be noted that Northern Lights is a natural activity and the sightings aren’t guaranteed at all. But once you watch it there’s nothing like the experience
Duration of activity: 4-5 hours
Price per person: 179 EUR
Find out more about the Arctic Animal Sledge ride on the website
An Arctic animal sledge in Rovaniemi makes the essential of any winter trip to Lapland! Pick your best combination it as you plan to explore the raw Lapland this winter. It will be a decision you will be proud of! 😉
So, what’s your favourite sleigh ride? Write in the comments below.
