SANTA CLAUS

About

Travel through snowy forest trails in a traditional reindeer sled and experience how people once moved across Arctic Lapland during winter. During the visit, you’ll meet the reindeer up close, feed them, learn about everyday life on a reindeer farm and have plenty of time for photos in the peaceful winter surroundings. Suitable for all ages and families with children.

This activity is operated by Santa Claus Holiday Village Safaris.

Availability

23.11.2026 - 31.3.2027

Daily at 11:30 and 13:30.

Pick up

• Santa Claus Holiday Village Reception
• Rovaniemi City Center (outside Santa’s Hotel Santa Claus)
• Santasport Rovaniemi

Includes

• Transportation
• Thermal overalls and winter boots
• Guidance in English
• Reindeer sled ride (2 – 2.5km – approx. 40 minutes depending on conditions)
• Time to enjoy hot drinks and snacks by the open fire
• Time to feed and take photos with the reindeer

About

Escape the city lights and spend an evening in the quiet forests of Lapland at our private woodland cabin, surrounded by snowy Arctic nature. Far away from light pollution, the setting offers excellent conditions for watching the Northern Lights on clear nights.

During the evening, you’ll hear stories about the Northern Lights, from old Finnish beliefs and legends to the scientific explanation behind this Arctic phenomenon. You’ll also receive practical tips for photographing the auroras with your own camera or phone, including recommended settings for night photography.

While waiting for the lights to appear, you can warm up by the fire inside a traditional Finnish kota hut and prepare BBQ snacks over the open flames. The heated wooden cabin offers a warm place to rest during the evening, especially for families with children.

If the Northern Lights appear, we’ll gladly help you capture photos and make the most of the experience. Tripods suitable for most cameras and smartphones are available for rent on site.

Please note that the Northern Lights are a natural phenomenon and sightings cannot be guaranteed.

This activity is operated by Santa Claus Holiday Village Safaris.

Availability

20.8.2026 - 15.11.2026

Daily at 21:00

16.11.2026 - 13.2.2027

Daily at 20:00

15.2.2027 - 31.3.2027

Daily at 21:00

Pick up

• Santa Claus Holiday Village Reception
• Rovaniemi City Center (outside Santa’s Hotel Santa Claus)
• Santasport Rovaniemi

Includes

• Transportation
• Thermal overalls and winter boots
• Guidance in English
• Information about the auroras
• Tips on how to take the best photos of the auroras
• BBQ snack on the open fire

About

The sound of the sled runners on snow, cold Arctic air and a team of eager huskies pulling you through the forest make this one of Lapland’s most unforgettable winter experiences. The route follows snowy trails surrounded by quiet Arctic nature, with two guests sharing one sled and the chance to switch drivers during the ride.

The safari includes a 4–5 km husky ride lasting approximately 30 minutes, depending on weather conditions and the speed of the group. After the safari, you can spend time with the dogs, take photos and hear more about daily life with huskies from the local guides. Children travel safely seated in the sled during the experience.

This activity is operated by Santa Claus Holiday Village Safaris.

Availability

23.11.2026 - 31.3.2027 Daily at 11:30 and 13:30, except Sundays

Pick up

• Santa Claus Holiday Village Reception
• Rovaniemi City Center (outside Santa’s Hotel Santa Claus)
• Santasport Rovaniemi

Includes

• Transportation
• Thermal overalls and winter boots
• Guidance in English
• Husky sled ride (4 – 7km – approx. 30 minutes depending on conditions)
• Self-driving experience
• Hot drink and small snack
• Time to meet and pet the huskies

About

We welcome you to meet Santa in truly magical surroundings. This experience is suitable for families with children of all ages. What could be more special than meeting Santa in his private cabin, hidden deep in the snowy forest, and telling him all the reasons why you deserve to be on this year’s nice list?

When Santa is not busy preparing for Christmas at his Christmas House office, his favourite place to spend time is the peaceful forest cabin surrounded by Lapland nature.

During your visit, you will also meet Santa’s trusted elves and join them for a small workshop, where they will share stories about the everyday life of an elf. Together with the elves, you can decorate gingerbread cookies to enjoy during your time in the forest and create your own Christmas decoration to take home as a memory from Lapland.

Of course, Santa could never deliver presents around the world without his loyal reindeer. During the visit, you will have time to meet, feed and take photos with the reindeer as they rest peacefully in the forest before their long Christmas journey begins.

When it is your family’s turn to visit Santa, you will enjoy a private meeting with him inside his forest cabin. Santa takes time for every family personally, and children are welcome to ask questions, share Christmas wishes and enjoy a calm moment together with Santa. You are welcome to take as many photos and videos with your own devices as you wish throughout the visit.

This activity is operated by Santa Claus Holiday Village Safaris.

Availability

23.11.2026 - 30.11.2026

Daily at 09:30, 11:30 and 13:30

1.12.2026 - 10.1.2027

Daily at 09:30, 11:30, 13:30 and 15:30

11.1.2027 - 31.3.2027

Daily at 09:30, 11:30 and 13:30

Pick up

• Santa Claus Holiday Village Reception
• Rovaniemi City Center (outside Santa’s Hotel Santa Claus)
• Santasport Rovaniemi

Includes

• Transportation
• Thermal overalls and winter boots
• Private meeting with Santa in his forest cabin
• Meet and feed the reindeer
• Elf workshop
• Hot berry juice

About

Spend a day experiencing some of the most popular winter activities in Lapland during one easy Arctic adventure. This family-friendly tour combines a husky sleigh ride, a traditional reindeer sleigh ride and ice fishing on a frozen lake, making it a great choice for guests wanting to experience several classic Lapland activities in a single day.

Feel the energy of the huskies as they pull the sled through snowy surroundings, then slow the pace with a peaceful reindeer ride through the forest, just as people in Lapland once travelled during winter.

During the ice fishing experience, you will learn how to drill through the thick ice and try catching fish on a frozen lake like the locals do. With a little luck, you may even catch lake trout or other Arctic fish species.

A warm lunch is served during the day in a cosy restaurant, and winter clothing and transfers are included for your comfort.

Suitable for all ages and especially popular with families and first-time visitors to Lapland.

This activity is operated by Santa Claus Holiday Village Safaris.

Availability

23.11.2026 – 9.1.2027

Monday to Saturday at 09:30

11.1.2027 - 31.3.2027

Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 09:30

Pick up

• Santa Claus Holiday Village Reception
• Rovaniemi City Center (outside Santa’s Hotel Santa Claus)
• Santasport Rovaniemi

Includes

• Transportation
• Thermal overalls and winter boots
• Guidance in English
• Reindeer sled ride (Approximately 600m / 10 - 15 minutes)
• Husky sled ride (Approximately 650m / 2 minutes)
• Ice fishing (Approximately 30 – 45 minutes)
• Snow fun activities
• Snowmobiling for kids
• Lunch