Looking for a reindeer safari in Rovaniemi? A safari takes you further than a sleigh ride, with a break by the fire and time to talk with your Reindeer Guide throughout. Santa Claus Reindeer offers two, each in its own setting.
In Santa Claus Village, the Winter Adventure Reindeer Safari follows a longer route around our reindeer area, ending with warm drinks by the fire at our laavu.
At Taava Reindeer Farm, the Daytime Reindeer Experience takes a good part of the day: a safari into the surrounding forest, time getting to know the herd, a stop by the fire in our kota along the way and plenty to learn.
A sleigh ride, like the Reindeer Path or Forest Path, follows a compact route around our reindeer area. A safari is a slower affair: more time with the reindeer, a stop by the fire, and more room for the questions that come up along the way.
We offer two different safaris, each with its own rhythm. The Winter Adventure runs from Santa Claus Village, for guests who want more than a quick ride but are still keeping to a day in the village. The Daytime Reindeer Experience runs from Taava Reindeer Farm, further out, a fuller day at the farm that includes a safari into the forest, time with the herd, and knowledge shared by our Reindeer Guides throughout.
From: 139 €
A longer sleigh ride starting from Santa Claus Village, ending with warm drinks by the fire.
Pre-booked.
Discover Lapland on a peaceful 30-minute reindeer sleigh ride through snowy Arctic landscapes in Santa Claus Village. Complete your adventure with warm drinks, light snacks, and local reindeer stories by a cozy campfire.
From: 160 €
Escape into Lapland’s snowy wilderness with a peaceful 30-minute reindeer sleigh ride, followed by an unforgettable visit to Taava Reindeer Farm, where you can meet and feed the reindeer.
If a full safari feels like more time than you need, the Reindeer Path and Forest Path offer a shorter ride around the reindeer area instead. And if you’re hoping for a chance at the Northern Lights, In Search of the Northern Lights takes you out from Taava Reindeer Farm after dark, under a sky far from any city light.
The Winter Adventure departs from Santa Claus Village, right behind the Santa Claus Office. It’s about 15 minutes by car from Rovaniemi city centre, or closer to 30 minutes by local bus 8 with its stops along the way, a good, responsible way to make the trip, check current timetables here.
The Daytime Reindeer Experience departs from Taava Reindeer Farm, about 20 minutes from Rovaniemi, with transfers included, so getting there is easy and hassle-free.
For current opening hours, see our Info page.
Layered clothing, warm boots, gloves and a hat make the biggest difference in winter, especially for children. Reindeer hides are provided in the sleigh for extra warmth, but not clothing itself.
As a reindeer walks, a tendon in its feet clicks softly with every step, a sound you’ll notice more and more the longer, quieter a safari gets.
And it shows in how we work
Every reindeer is an individual. Our herd includes working reindeer, females with calves, young reindeer and older animals, all with different needs, temperaments and rhythms. For the reindeer that work with guests, working days include regular breaks and rest days, and their condition, appetite and recovery are followed closely. Training happens at each reindeer’s own pace.
We Love Reindeer is our way of describing this relationship with the animals. It means knowing them, recognising their individual needs and sharing that knowledge with our guests.
The Winter Adventure runs from Santa Claus Village, the reindeer setting their own pace along the way, ending with warm drinks by the fire. The Daytime Reindeer Experience at Taava Reindeer Farm lasts about 2.5 hours, including transfers and a stop by the fire in our kota partway through, further out in the Arctic nature.
Yes, both safaris are booked in advance.
No. In Search of the Northern Lights is an evening safari from Taava Reindeer Farm. Our daytime safaris run earlier in the day.
Layered, warm clothing, with boots, a hat and gloves. Reindeer hides are provided in the sleigh for extra warmth.
Yes, both experiences are suitable for families.
