Santa’s Village & Arctic Animals – Rovaniemi Winter Adventure

Santa’s Village & Arctic Animals – Rovaniemi Winter Adventure

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Want A Suggestion? Santa + Husky + Reindeers = Super Adventure! Lapland in a Day: Meet Santa, Ride Sleds, Cross the Circle.

Overview

Meet Santa Claus, send mail from the Arctic Circle, and ride reindeer & huskies in Rovaniemi. This Santa's Village & Arctic Animals Adventure offers unique Lapland fun. Available December - Arpil.

Highlights

✔️ Meet Santa Claus

✔️ Enjoy the beauty of Lappish nature

✔️ Lappish countryside

✔️ No special skills required

✔️ Small group experience

✔️ The tour is family friendly

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Availability

Dec - Apr

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Duration

~ 4,5 hours

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DepartureS

~ 09:30

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Pickup & Drop off

Yes

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Minimum age

3 years

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Price from

225.00

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ABOUT THIS TOUR

Rovaniemi Santa's Village & Arctic Animals Combo : Your Lappish Winter Adventure

This "Santa's Village and Arctic Animals Adventure" offers a comprehensive 4.5-hour winter experience in Rovaniemi, combining a magical visit to Santa's official home with thrilling reindeer and husky sleigh rides. It's a unique all-in-one tour designed to immerse you in the heart of Lapland's winter magic and iconic Arctic traditions.

What to Expect on Your Rovaniemi Family Adventure:

Your tour begins with a convenient hotel pick-up in Rovaniemi, transporting you directly to the renowned Santa Claus Village.

Part 1: Explore Santa Claus Village & Arctic Circle Crossing

  • Santa Claus Village Guided Tour: Explore the unique atmosphere of Santa's official hometown.
  • Elves' Post Office: Visit the official Elves' Post Office, part of Finland's national postal service. Send greetings with a special official Arctic Circle stamp, ensuring your mail reaches friends with a special touch.
  • Ceremonial Arctic Circle Crossing: Participate in a special ceremony to cross the Arctic Circle. This symbolic crossing is said to bring a lifetime of joy. You will receive a certificate of crossing as a memorable souvenir of this magical place.
  • Meet Santa Claus: Visit Santa's office to meet the man in red himself! This provides a personal opportunity for interaction and photos. Please note: Professional photos with Santa are available for an additional fee.
  • Shopping Opportunities: There will be ample time to explore the various shops in Santa Claus Village for unique Lapland souvenirs and gifts. Guests will find a good selection of souvenirs, often considered among the best in town.

Part 2: Authentic Reindeer Sleigh Ride

After your visit to Santa, the adventure continues with a reindeer sleigh ride. Experience the serene glide through the snow, a traditional mode of transport in Lapland. Reindeer are integral to Santa's operations, making this an extraordinary experience.

Part 3: Husky Kennel Visit & Sleigh Ride

Following the reindeer experience, the safari continues to the Husky Kennel.

  • Meet the Husky Pack: Meet the energetic husky dogs and observe them in their snowy environment.
  • Husky Sleigh Ride: After a safety briefing, embark on a thrilling 1-2km husky sleigh ride (distance may vary depending on snow conditions). Huskies are known for their love of running, making this an exhilarating ride through icy Lappish landscapes.

This combination of activities offers an ultimate winter magic experience, suitable for the entire family.

Key Features of This Rovaniemi Family Tour:

  • Santa Claus Village Immersion: Guided visit to Santa's official home, including meeting Santa and the Elves' Post Office.
  • Arctic Circle Ceremony: Participate in an official Arctic Circle crossing ceremony and receive a certificate.
  • Dual Animal Safari: Experience both a peaceful reindeer sleigh ride (500m) and an exciting husky sleigh ride (1-2km).
  • Family-Friendly Design: Tour is specialized for families with children, ensuring enjoyment for all ages.
  • Authentic Lappish Experiences: Combines iconic Lapland traditions and activities in one comprehensive tour.
  • Shopping Opportunities: Access to Santa Claus Village shops with a good selection of souvenirs, known as the best in town (Marttiini, Marimekko, Iitala, Pentik and other local brands, as well as handcrafted items)
  • All-Inclusive Comfort: Includes hotel pick-up and drop-off, professional guidance, and all necessary safety briefings.

Practical Information for Your Ultimate Lapland Adventure:

  • Duration: Approximately 4.5 hours (total program duration)
  • Reindeer Ride Distance: Approximately 500 meters
  • Husky Ride Distance: Approximately 1-2 kilometers (depending on snow conditions)
  • Location: Rovaniemi, Lapland, with activities primarily at Santa Claus Village and adjacent animal parks
  • Availability: Operates seasonally from December to April
  • Included: Pick-up and drop-off from listed hotels in Rovaeniemi and Santa Village area, guided tour of Santa Claus Village, visit to Elves' Post Office, Arctic Circle crossing ceremony & certificate, reindeer sleigh ride, visit to Husky Kennel, husky sleigh ride, professional English-speaking guide

Make this winter one your family will never forget. Meet Santa, ride Arctic sleighs, and cross the Circle together — book your magical Rovaniemi family adventure today!

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Included

✔️ Arctic Circle crossing certificate

✔️ A visit to Elve's Post Office

✔️ Guaranteed meeting with Santa Claus

✔️ Guided Santa Village tour

✔️ Informative talks

✔️ Safety and driving instructions

✔️ Entrance tickets

✔️ Husky safari 1-2km., depending on snow conditions

✔️ Reindeer safari ~0,5km

✔️ Professional English speaking guide

✔️ Hotel pickup & drop off

What to bring

⚡ Seasonal outdoor clothing

⚡ Camera and drinking water

Not included

❌ Photo with Santa

Please Note

  • All tours listed are for a minimum of 2 persons paying a full (adult) price, unless mentioned otherwise
  • The tour operates in all weather conditions
  • Tours include a pick up & drop off transfer from your accommodation in the area of central Rovaniemi. Time for meeting point and place will be confirmed upon the reservation.
  • Missing the pick-up does not entitle you to a refund of the price paid for the services. You are responsible to be ready for pick up at the assigned pick up point from the start of the pick up time in order to not miss our guides when they arrive to pick you up
  • Nordic Adventures reserves the right to make alterations to the programs, price, duration or form of transportation without prior warning. This is also applied  to changes in programs due to weather conditions

Cancellation terms 

(See all terms here)
  • More than 3 days notice – 90% refund. 10% is non-refundable, as this represents our direct cost of booking and preparing your tour.
  • Less than 3 days or no show notice – no refund.

Frequently asked questions 

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The reindeer ride is about 500 meters and offers a peaceful glide through a snowy trail. The husky ride is 1–2 kilometers (depending on snow conditions) and provides an exciting, authentic experience with our energetic huskies. Both rides are guided and fully safe for children and adults alike.

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Yes, this tour is designed especially with families in mind! It’s an easy-paced, fun-filled experience perfect for guests of all ages. However, the minimum recommended age is 3 years old, as younger children may find the cold outdoor conditions uncomfortable, especially during the reindeer and husky sleigh rides. Children will love meeting Santa, exploring the village, and enjoying gentle Arctic adventures - all in a safe and guided setting

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Please be on time! Our tours follow a strict schedule, and if you miss the hotel pick-up, you will not be able to join later. Arriving separately by taxi or private car is usually not possible, as it may disrupt the program and group safety. Plan ahead — we appreciate your understanding.

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Absolutely! A highlight of the tour is a visit to Santa Claus’ official office in Santa’s Village. You’ll have the chance to meet Santa himself and take personal photos. Professional photos are available for purchase directly at the office.

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No, lunch is not included in this tour. However, Santa Claus Village has several cafés and restaurants where you can grab a meal or a snack. There will be time to visit them during your time in Santa's village.

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Yes! You’ll have time to explore the many gift shops in Santa Claus Village. The area offers one of the best selections of local souvenirs in Rovaniemi - including Marttiini knives, Marimekko, Iittala, Pentik, and handmade crafts from Lapland.

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Dress warmly! You’ll be outdoors for much of the tour. We recommend wearing thermal underwear, a fleece or wool mid-layer, a winter jacket and pants, a warm hat, gloves or mittens, and insulated boots. Temperatures can be cold, especially in December and January.

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Fun Husky Ride

February 20, 2023

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The guide was helpful and gave us an overview of the the areas. The overall experience was wonderful. We especially enjoyed the Husky safari and the informative conversion about Huskies.

Fantastic day for kids

January 9, 2023

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I went with 2 kids that still believe in Santa and they were over the moon. To me it was all a bit cheesy, and has a feeling of amusement park, but seeing them so excited was more than enough to make it worth it. They particularly liked the snowmobile, which is not included, but you can go during the free time.Our guide knew what he was doing, so he made sure we went first to the places that get busiest and we managed to avoid all the queues. I can imagine that if he hadn't done that we'd have to wait 30/40 min in each place and the trip would have been a disaster, so really happy with him.

Amazing

December 23, 2022

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Tour guides were excellent. We all thoroughly enjoy our adventure. Highly recommend this company. Highlight of our trip.

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December 22, 2022

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We were picked up by the lovely Alex and Pedro, we were guided all day and were able to skip long ques too. It was a fantastic day and would highly recomend them.

Awesome tour

December 12, 2022

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Alex was a great guide and the visit was very well organised and very enjoyable, we had a great time without queuing.


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