Reindeer Farm Visit and Walking Tour: Rovaniemi

Walk your own reindeer through the quiet Arctic forest after meeting them on a working farm.

This small-group tour from Rovaniemi takes you to an authentic reindeer farm where you meet and feed the animals, learn about Sámi herding culture from a local guide, warm up by an open fire, and walk your own reindeer through the winter forest. Pickup and drop-off from Rovaniemi Center are included, along with hot drinks, snacks and winter clothing.

Step-by-step itinerary

Reindeer farm visit and walking

• Drive from Rovaniemi center
• Meet and feed reindeer
• Learn about reindeer herding culture
• See traditional farm structures and tools
• Warm up by outdoor fire with drinks and snacks
• Walk reindeer through snowy forest
• Enjoy Arctic landscape and take photos

What’s included

• Reindeer walking.
• light winter clothing.
• hot coffee and tea.
• snacks.
• reindeer farm visit.
• guided service in English.
• Rovaniemi Center pickup and drop-off.

Times

• Every day 09:00

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Before you book

Group Up to 8

Live guide English

Meeting point and pickup No hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Book up to 1h before

Ages Adult (13 and older) · Child (1 to 12 years)

Cancellation and refunds Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund. It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Good to know

Low physical effort Pets welcome

Operated by White Winter Lapland

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The experience

The tour starts with pickup from Rovaniemi Center and a drive away from the main tourist sites to a working reindeer farm. Your guide is a descendant of a reindeer herding family, so the knowledge comes from lived experience: you'll learn how the animals are managed through the seasons, see the traditional structures and tools still in use, and understand what daily life looks like in Lapland's herding culture. The farm sits in the snowy landscape where the reindeer actually live, not in a staged setting.

After meeting and feeding the reindeer in their natural environment, you'll warm up by an outdoor fire with hot cocoa and local snacks. This break gives you time to settle in before the main event: a peaceful walk through the winter forest with your own reindeer. The pace is slow and the forest is quiet, so it's a moment to take in the Arctic landscape and the animals themselves without rush. Winter clothing is provided, so you're dressed for the cold.

The whole experience runs about three and a half hours from pickup to drop-off. The small-group format means you're not competing for attention or space, and the guide can answer questions and adjust the pace as the group moves through the day. Children from age one are welcome, and the tour is designed for all fitness levels.

Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (1 to 12 years).

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What's it like to walk a reindeer through the forest?

Reindeer walking is a calm, slow-paced activity through the snowy winter forest. You lead your own reindeer on a quiet route where you can hear the snow underfoot and take in the Arctic landscape. It's designed for connection and photos rather than speed or distance.

Will I learn about Sámi culture on this tour?

Yes. Your guide is from a reindeer herding family, so you'll hear about Sámi herding traditions, the history of reindeer management in Lapland, and how the animals fit into the region's way of life. You'll also see the traditional farm structures and tools still used in daily work.

What happens if I've never been around reindeer before?

The farm visit is designed for first-timers. You'll meet the reindeer in their natural snowy environment, feed them, and interact with them before the walking part begins. Your guide will show you how to handle the animals safely and comfortably.

What's included in the tour price?

The tour includes pickup and drop-off from Rovaniemi Center; guided service in English; reindeer farm visit and reindeer walking; hot drinks and snacks; and winter clothing. Gratuities are not included.