Rovaniemi: Reindeer Safari & Sled Ride with Sámi Family Heritage - Small Group

The Reindeer Safari is one of Lapland’s most authentic winter experiences — and with Arctic GM, you’ll discover it with a family with Sámi heritage, where reindeer herding knowledge and traditions have been passed down through generations. This is not a tourist show, but a genuine connection to a living tradition.

As Lapland’s Original Aurora Hunters™, our family has lived here for 20 generations since the 1600s. With Tripadvisor’s Best of the Best 2025 Award (first-ever in Lapland, top 1% worldwide) and Travelers’ Choice 2025 (top 10% worldwide), Arctic GM is recognized as Lapland’s most trusted tour operator.

Why Choose Arctic GM’s Reindeer Experience?

Heritage & Trust

20 Generations of Lapland Heritage – The Original Aurora Hunters™, since the 1600s

Tripadvisor Best of the Best 2025 – First-ever recipient in Lapland, top 1% of 8 million companies worldwide

Tripadvisor Travelers’ Choice 2025 – Top 10% worldwide, awarded for consistent excellence

100,000+ Happy Guests – Over 15,000 verified 5-star reviews

Reindeer Safari Experience

2.5 km Sled Ride – Glide through snowy forests on a traditional reindeer sled

Meet the Reindeer – Learn about their life, care, and role in Lapland’s culture

Reindeer Driving License – Earn your honorary certificate as a reindeer driver

Sámi Family Tradition – Guided by herders whose families have cared for reindeer for centuries

Small Groups & Comfort

Transfers in 2025 Luxury 4x4 Vans – Heated interiors, leather comfort and extra legroom

Thermal Overalls – Stay warm in Arctic conditions

Pickup and Drop-Off – Convenient service from your accommodation in Rovaniemi

Max 8 Guests – Always personal and relaxed

Authenticity & Care

Storytelling and Culture – Learn about Lapland’s reindeer herding heritage directly from locals

Respect for Nature – Experiences carried out in harmony with animals and environment

The Experience

Your journey begins with pickup from your Rovaniemi accommodation in a brand-new 2025 luxury 4x4 van. Upon arrival, you’ll be welcomed by herders and introduced to their reindeer herd.

Next, step into a traditional sled and glide 2.5 km across snowy forests, guided by the gentle pace of your reindeer team. Along the way, soak in the silence of Lapland’s wilderness and the magic of traveling as locals have done for centuries.

After the ride, you’ll gather inside a traditional kota by the fire. Warm up with hot drinks, listen to stories from the herders, and receive your own Reindeer Driving License — a playful yet memorable souvenir of your Arctic adventure.

To finish, step outside to feed the reindeer and spend more time with these gentle animals before returning to Rovaniemi.

What’s Included

Pickup and drop-off from your accommodation in Rovaniemi

Transfers in brand-new 2025 Ford Tourneo luxury 4x4 vans

2.5 km reindeer sled ride

Meet and greet with reindeer

Official Reindeer Driving License certificate

Thermal overalls

Hot drinks

Small groups (max 8 guests)

Join Lapland’s Most Authentic Reindeer Safari

For over 400 years, our family has lived under the Arctic sky, with deep roots in Lapland’s traditions. Today, Arctic GM — The Original Aurora Hunters™ — offers you the chance to experience reindeer culture in the most genuine way possible.

Book your reindeer adventure today and step into a living tradition of Lapland.