Reindeer sleigh ride: short rides and farm programmes
A reindeer sleigh ride near Rovaniemi comes in two forms. The first is a single ride on a short track, bought on the spot. The second is a farm programme that you book in advance and that includes more than the ride itself.
The example prices below show what each product costs in 2026 and 2027. They are not a market range, and the high season costs more.
Our picks: reindeer sleigh rides
The 2.5-hour trip with a 500 m ride suits a short outing from town. The 2 km ride lasts about 40 minutes and ends at a fire where you can feed the reindeer. The six-hour day pairs reindeer with huskies and the village.
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Huskies, reindeer and Santa Claus Village in one day
- Husky and reindeer farm
- Two sled rides of 500 m
- Salmon soup lunch
Six hours with a guide, winter clothing and a salmon soup lunch, plus free time at Santa Claus Village. Children under 150 cm get a 10-minute mini snowmobile ride.
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Two-kilometre reindeer sleigh ride through the forest
- Thermal overall and boots
- 2 to 2.5 km sleigh ride
- Hot drinks and snacks
The ride covers 2 to 2.5 km and lasts about 40 minutes, depending on conditions. Afterwards you feed and photograph the reindeer at a fire.
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Reindeer farm visit with a sleigh ride
- Reindeer farm visit
- 500 m sleigh ride
- Overall, boots and gloves
2.5 hours from the city centre with a guide, a visit to the reindeer farm and a 500 m sleigh ride. Hot juice is served on the farm.
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Sleigh rides, farm visits and combined programmes, with live prices and availability.
Reindeer sleigh ride prices and seasons compared
Adult and child prices in euros. Single rides are sold on site only.
| Ride | Length | Season | Regular | High season |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Reindeer Path, 400 m | 5 to 7 minutes | 21 September 2026 to 30 April 2027 | €30 adults, €20 children | €40 adults, €30 children |
| Forest Path, 800 m | 10 to 15 minutes | 1 November 2026 to 30 April 2027 | €50 adults, €35 children | €60 adults, €40 children |
| Farm programme with transfer | 2.5 to 3 hours | – | From €160 | – |
The high season runs from 1 December 2026 to 10 January 2027, so the weeks around Christmas cost more. Do not assume the same surcharge for every other product. The farm programme includes about 30 minutes on the sleigh within a total of 2.5 to 3 hours, so check the exact length of the offer you book. For most visitors, the 400 m ride is the easy first choice. Pick the longer Forest Path or a farm programme if the animals are the reason for your trip.
Booking, kids and the weather
What changes the ride on the day.
On site or in advance
Single rides on the two paths are sold on site and cannot be pre-booked. Combinations that you book ahead may include other things, such as a farm visit, so compare what each offer contains.
Sleigh with wheels
Before the first snow, sleighs on wheels can be used. If it is too warm, no wheeled ride runs, to protect the animals.
Child prices
Ask at the desk how children are counted for the child price before you pay.
Cold and clothing
The average daily low in Rovaniemi is −10.6 °C in December and −13.5 °C in January. The weather and best time page has the full year.
Reindeer, animals and Sámi culture
Watch reindeer from a distance and do not feed them. A farm that offers guided feeding is different from reindeer you meet on a road or in the forest. Follow the rules of the farm and the instructions of the guide.
Rovaniemi lies outside the Sámi homeland area listed by the Sámi Parliament. A reindeer farm here does not by itself mean Sámi ownership or a Sámi ceremony. Where an operator states a cultural background, ask what it means. A ride is a ride, not a ritual.
Which reindeer ride suits you
A short guide by traveller type.
Families with young children
The 400 m path is short and sold on the spot. Check the child age limit when you buy.
Photographers and animal lovers
The longer path or a farm programme is the better fit. The farm programme includes a guide and snacks.
Christmas travellers
The high season prices apply from 1 December 2026 to 10 January 2027. The village is busiest from mid November to early January. See the Lapland Christmas page.
Plan the rest of your trip
Other animals and evenings in the same trip.
Reindeer sleigh ride: frequently asked questions
How much is a reindeer sleigh ride near Rovaniemi?
The 400 m ride costs €30 for adults and €20 for children in the regular season. The 800 m ride costs €50 and €35. From 1 December 2026 to 10 January 2027 the 400 m ride costs €40 and €30, and the 800 m ride €60 and €40.
Can I book a single ride online?
No. Single rides are sold on site only. Programmes that you book in advance, such as a farm visit, are separate products with other contents.
When do the rides run?
The 400 m ride runs daily from 21 September 2026 to 30 April 2027, and the 800 m ride from 1 November 2026 to 30 April 2027. Weather can change the type of sleigh.
Is a reindeer ride a Sámi experience?
Not automatically. A reindeer farm near Rovaniemi does not prove Sámi ownership or a Sámi ceremony. Ask the operator what its background is.
Is this the official website of Santa Claus Village or Visit Rovaniemi?
No. This is an independent travel guide. It is not the official website of Santa Claus Village, Visit Rovaniemi or the City of Rovaniemi, and it is not connected to any tour operator or hotel.