Sodankylä: Reindeer Herding Experience with Snacks｜Finland

Begin your adventure with a peaceful ride in a snowmobile sleigh through snowy Arctic landscapes before arriving at the reindeer area. Meet friendly farm dogs, and enjoy a warm welcome from local hosts who share stories about life in the North.

Spend time meeting and feeding hundreds of reindeer while learning about reindeer husbandry, daily routines, and the cultural importance of reindeer in Lapland. Gain insight into authentic Arctic traditions and the realities of reindeer herding from experienced local hosts.

Gather around the campfire and enjoy traditional Finnish snacks, including hot blueberry juice, Karelian pie with cold smoked reindeer meat, homemade cookies, sweet buns, and marshmallows. During the break, hear stories about local life and traditions while enjoying the peaceful atmosphere of the wilderness.

Learn and try throwing a traditional reindeer herder’s lasso, an important skill used in reindeer work. Unlike traditional reindeer sled rides, this experience offers a peaceful forest walk with reindeer, allowing for closer interaction and a more personal connection with the animals.

Observe reindeer behavior up close, walk alongside them through the Arctic landscape, and experience a slower, more meaningful encounter focused on authenticity rather than speed.