Come with us to meet the star of numerous Christmas stories: the reindeer! You can pet these charming creatures, feed them lichen, and hear interesting stories about reindeer husbandry.

Quick facts

• Available: Mon, Wed & Fri at 13:30
• Total duration: 1 hours
• Cancellation policy: Full refund for cancellations made up to 24 hours before the tour

Tour description

What’s the favourite treat of reindeer? Do reindeer live freely in the wild? What exactly does a reindeer herder do? The answers to these questions, and any others you might dream up, will be provided during your trip to meet the reindeer. You’ll have the chance to get up close to these gentle creatures, feed them, and capture pictures that are sure to brighten any social media feed! This tour is perfect for all those who wish to learn more about this age-old way of life, founded upon the tradition of living in harmony with nature.

What’s included?

• Feeding reindeer
• Stories of reindeer husbandry
• Transfers (if needed, from Rovaniemi city center or Santa Claus Village to Apukka Resort and back)

Please note

Our reindeer farm is a few minutes' walk from the resort.

We kindly ask all our guests to treat the animals with respect. Always approach slowly, avoiding sudden movements that might startle the animals. While our reindeer are accustomed to humans and are friendly, maintaining a peaceful composure will ensure the best experience.

Please be aware that we cannot permit any external snacks to be brought for the reindeer.

Cancellation policy

Cancel up to 24 hours before the start of the tour to receive a full refund by sending an email to our sales team at sales@apukkaresort.fi. Please see full terms and conditions here: https://apukkaresort.fi/about-apukka/info/terms-conditions/

How do I get to the activity?

If you stay at Apukka Resort:

• Arrive at the meeting point 10 min. before the start of the activity.

If you need transportation:

• The price of the activity includes transfers to and from Apukka Resort with our shuttle bus.
• The bus stops are located at Rovaniemi city center and Santa Claus Village’s bus stop, situated by the main road (Road E75).
• Choose the pick-up point during the booking process.
• You will receive an email with the pick-up details.
• Please be at the bus stop at least 10 minutes before the given departure time.
• The transfer won’t wait, so punctuality is essential!
• If you’re late for the transfer, the tour won’t be refunded.

If you arrive by car:

• You can park your car in Apukka’s parking lot (Tutkijantie 28, Rovaniemi).
• Arrive at least 20 min before the activity starts.
• Pick up your winter gear from the Apukka Adventures dressing room.
• Wait at the meeting point until the tour begins.

Why choose Apukka Adventures?

Explore the Arctic wonders with Apukka Resort's tours, venturing into pristine landscapes nestled within the resort's private grounds, far removed from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Situated in Rovaniemi, Finnish Lapland, our resort is conveniently accessible—only a 20-minute drive from the city, 15 minutes from the airport, and 10 minutes from Santa Claus Village.