We are a family-owned reindeer farm and private nature retreat in Rovaniemi, Lapland, just 20 minutes from the city center. We offer peaceful, authentic nature experiences year-round, surrounded by the silence of nature and led by local guides. In winter, enjoy northern lights tours, electric snowmobile safaris, snowshoeing with reindeer, and other unforgettable activities. Escape the crowds and discover Lapland in quiet!
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Snowy Forest Reindeer Ride in Rovaniemi
Step into the heart of Lapland on our Snowy Forest Reindeer Ride in Rovaniemi! This 3-hour Arctic adventure takes you on a scenic ~35min sleigh ride through peaceful, snow-covered forests, combined with a hands-on 🦌 reindeer encounter at our authentic reindeer farm. Meet and feed the gentle reindeer, breathe in the crisp winter air, and enjoy the serene beauty of the Arctic landscape.After the ride, warm up by a crackling campfire and enjoy delicious snacks including grilled sausages, hot berry juice, and cookies. Transportation to and from the farm is included, making this a hassle-free and unforgettable experience for families, couples, and nature lovers alike. Immerse yourself in the magic of Lapland and create memories that will last a lifetime. 💚🌌 Check out our Arctic Night Reindeer Ride for an enchanting evening experience under the stars and, with luck, the Northern Lights!Interested in a private tour? Contact us at sales@porovaara.fi
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Visit a Real Reindeer Farm
Visit a Reindeer Farm in Rovaniemi 🦌Step into the heart of Lapland, just 20 minutes from Rovaniemi city centre, and meet Lapland’s most iconic animal up close! Hand-feed our gentle reindeer in their natural habitat and learn about the traditional, close-to-nature lifestyle of a reindeer herder ✨No visit is complete without a cozy campfire 🔥 grill sausages, relax, and enjoy the peaceful surroundings around you 🌲Reindeer have been grazing in Porovaara for centuries, making this a living part of Lapland’s cultural heritage 🦌Interested in a private tour? Contact us at sales@porovaara.fi 💚
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Arctic Night Reindeer Ride in Rovaniemi
Glide through snow-covered forests on a reindeer sleigh ride beneath the sparkling Arctic sky. Meet and feed gentle reindeer, breathe in the crisp Arctic air, and experience the quiet magic of Lapland at night.💚After the ~35-minute ride, gather around a crackling campfire to enjoy grilled sausages, hot berry juice, and cookies. Transportation to and from the farm is included, making this an enchanting, hassle-free evening perfect for families, couples, or anyone seeking a truly magical Arctic adventure. With a little luck, the Northern Lights may dance above to make your night unforgettable. ✨💡 Looking for a daytime adventure? Check out our Snowy Forest Reindeer Ride for a scenic daytime experience in the heart of Lapland!Interested in a private tour? Contact us at sales@porovaara.fi
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Northern Lights safari and meeting reindeer on electric snowmobiles in Rovaniemi
A silent and peaceful electric snowmobile safari deep into the forest is one of the best ways to enjoy Lapland's winter nature. The magical, snowy nature of Lapland speaks to you with its beauty and silence. Come with us! Porovaara is in complete privacy, surrounded by dozens of square kilometres of almost untouched nature. After the safari, you will get to feed our reindeer and get to know them with your guide. The area is our reindeer pasture, the reindeer's natural habitat, so you will also see the reindeer in the wild.Porovaara is ideal for the aurora borealis seeker in Rovaniemi. It is far enough away from the city's light pollution. You will experience the Northern Lights are at their most enchanting.Have you heard how a Lappish folktale explains the birth of the Northern Lights? The Northern Lights are caused by a mysterious firefox, whose tail strikes fire against the trees as a fox runs through the woods. Perhaps the fox will run in Porovaara during our safari.NOTE: Please remember that the Northern Lights are a natural phenomenon, so their visibility cannot be guaranteed.Interested in a private tour? Contact us at sales@porovaara.fi
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Visit a Reindeer Farm & Meet Baby Reindeer Up Close
🌿 Meet Baby Reindeer in Summer at Porovaara, Rovaniemi 🦌✨Available 1st June – 31st AugustIn early summer, dozens of reindeer calves are born in Porovaara and spend the entire summer growing up in the peaceful forest with their mothers. On this authentic reindeer farm visit, you’ll get the chance to see baby reindeer and their mothers up close in their natural surroundings.Watch the calves run, play, and explore the forest, learning from their mothers how to live in Lapland’s nature 🌲💚 It’s incredible to see how quickly they adapt — a reindeer calf can stand just 30 minutes after birth.Porovaara is a peaceful place where summer days are filled with birdsong, fresh air, and gentle reindeer wandering nearby 🎶🌞. It’s a true Lapland summer experience, calm, relaxing, and unforgettable!📍 Only 20 minutes from Rovaniemi city centre🦌 Authentic reindeer farm experience📅 Available 1 June – end of August📸 Ideal for nature lovers, families & all ages!Come and experience Lapland summer with reindeer — book your visit to Porovaara today! 💚Interested in a private tour? Contact us at sales@porovaara.fi
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Spend the Night in Nature Like a Reindeer Herder
Reindeer herders in Lapland have traditionally spent the night outdoors during their reindeer husbandry work. In Porovaara you too can spend the night in an authentic reindeer herders' lean-to (laavu) in the middle of a reindeer pasture. An experience that combines the magnificent nature of Lapland with an ancient way of life close to it!The sleeping bag is a very warm reindeer hide sleeping bag, which reindeer herders have always relied on in the Arctic night. You can admire the Lapland sky directly from your sleeping place while a campfire warms up next to you.In Porovaara you can stay in complete privacy, as the area is privately owned. Your guide will be present at all times in a nearby cottage.In the morning, you wake up to fresh frosty air and start your day by feeding the reindeer that have spent the night under the same sky. Then you can enjoy a traditional Lappish breakfast by the campfire. Book a night in an exquisite billion-star hotel in Porovaara, Rovaniemi.
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Private meeting with Santa in Santa Claus Cottage in Rovaniemi
Meet Santa Claus and his reindeer in Porovaara, where he has a cosy cottage in the middle of a snowy forest. There he has time for a chat with you and your family in peace and quiet. Santa's beloved reindeer will also want to meet you. Sure, we'll stop by to say hello and give them some lichen. Santa Claus is known for remembering what each child wants as a present. But without reindeer, he would not be able to deliver the presents. Together, Santa Claus and the reindeer make Christmas magical. But it takes a little practice. Porovaara is very important for a successful Christmas.Santa Claus Cottage in Porovaara is just a 20-minute drive from the centre of Rovaniemi, hometown of Santa Claus. In Porovaara, reindeer practise pulling and balancing a sleigh full of presents, navigating to the right address and precise parking. Come and meet Santa and his reindeer in Porovaara! Special program for small groups, max. 8 people.Book your private meeting with Santa Claus below. If you have any questions or if your group is larger than 8 people, please contact sales@porovaara.fi
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Midnight Sun E-Fat Bike & Reindeer Experience
Join us for an unforgettable Midnight Sun Electric Fat Bike Tour at our Reindeer Farm in Rovaniemi! ☀️✨Experience the magic of the Midnight Sun on an electric fat bike tour through the stunning Arctic landscapes of Rovaniemi. Ride effortlessly along scenic trails and quiet forest paths, guided by our local experts.After the ride, meet our reindeer, feed them, and learn about traditional reindeer herding. Relax by the campfire, grill sausages, enjoy a warm drink, and hear stories about Lapland’s nature and culture.☀️ The official season of the Midnight Sun in Rovaniemi is from 6th of June till 7th ofJuly. Around the official season enjoy the bright summer nights and beautiful sunsets ✨With comfortable electric fat bikes and small group sizes, this tour is perfect for all skill levels. Book now and experience the magic of the Midnight Sun in the heart of Lapland! 🦌🔥
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Private meeting with Santa Claus in Rovaniemi in summer
Santa Claus welcomes you to visit him in his unique cottage in Porovaara, where he takes a break and enjoys the silence and beauty of nature. Come and have a nice chat with Santa Claus and take some lovely photos to remember the meeting. It’s only a 20-minute drive from the centre of Rovaniemi.Santa’s reindeer also spend their summer holidays in Porovaara. You can meet the reindeer and treat them with some lichen.Book your private meeting below and experience unforgettable moments! If you have any questions, please contact: sales@porovaara.fi
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Reindeer, Berries & Fire: An Authentic Lapland Nature Experience
Escape into the untouched beauty of Rovaniemi’s nature with a reindeer farm experience unlike any other. Reindeer, Berries & Fire – Authentic Lapland Nature Experience is a 3-hour guided adventure that connects you with Lapland’s traditions, wildlife, and breathtaking landscapes. This experience is customizable to fit your needs and is suitable for all ages—stroller-friendly for families with young children.Walk through reindeer fences, interact with these gentle Arctic animals, and learn about the life of a reindeer herder. Pick wild Lapland berries like blueberries, lingonberries, and cloudberries, feel the healing power of nature by the forest, and master the art of traditional fire-making. This nature experience combines relaxation, cultural immersion, and a deep connection to Finnish nature.🌿 Step into the silence of nature and experience Lapland in its purest form. Book your reindeer farm adventure in Rovaniemi today! 🦌💚Interested in a private tour? Contact us at sales@porovaara.fi
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A Night in the Pasture with Baby Reindeer & Their Mothers
Stay in the middle of nature, in the middle of a reindeer pasture, watching cute baby reindeer and their mothers. Watch the calves running around in the forest, playing and learning from their mothers how to live in Lapland's nature.Visits are available from early summer until August, when the reindeer calves come into the world. Dozens of calves are born on our reindeer farm every spring.During midnight sun season: You will experience a fabulously beautiful midnight sun. It doesn't get dark all night, so you can admire the reindeer and nature until dawn. If you can go to sleep, you'll have a cosy place to stay: a genuine reindeer herders' wooden lean-to (laavu), where they have traditionally stayed during their reindeer husbandry work. The sleeping bag is a very warm traditional sleeping bag made of reindeer hide. In the morning, we serve a Lappish breakfast by the fire. You can stay in complete privacy as the area is privately owned. Your guide will be present at all times in a nearby cottage.In Porovaara you will be surrounded by the peace of nature, which in spring is filled with birdsong. Experience the midnight sun of Lapland together with the reindeer in Porovaara. Just a 20-minute drive from the centre of Rovaniemi.
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Watching the Northern Lights from a campfire on a reindeer pasture in Rovaniemi
On this trip you'll experience the best of Lapland's winter and autumn evenings. The glow of a campfire in the dark, staring into the fire, grilling sausages. Sitting quietly in the middle of nature.Simple experiences that we Lappish people never get tired of and want to share with you. With good luck we will also see the Northern Lights. Porovaara is ideal for the Northern Lights seeker in Rovaniemi. It is far enough away from the city's light pollution. You will experience the Northern Lights are at their most enchanting.As we spend the evening in the middle of a reindeer pasture, you'll also get to see and feed the reindeer.Book a peaceful experience away from the hustle and bustle of the city. NOTE: Please remember that the Northern Lights are a natural phenomenon, so their visibility cannot be guaranteed.Interested in a private tour? Contact us at sales@porovaara.fi
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Electric Fat Biking at a Reindeer Farm in Rovaniemi
Discover Lapland in a exciting way on our Electric Fat Bike Tour at the Reindeer Farm in Rovaniemi 🚴♂️🦌🌲Ride along scenic forest trails on an easy-to-use electric fat bike and enjoy a smooth, comfortable journey through peaceful Arctic nature 🌿✨ The wide tires are perfect for Lapland’s terrain, and the electric assist makes the ride light and enjoyable for all fitness levels.Your route takes you through our private reindeer farm area, surrounded by quiet forests and open natural landscapes 🌲🤍 Along the way, you may spot wildlife and experience the calm beauty of this unique environment.After the ride, warm up by the fire with hot berry juice and tasty snacks 🔥☕🍪 before meeting our reindeer up close. You’ll have the chance to hand-feed them and learn interesting facts about reindeer herding and life in the north 🦌✨ It’s an authentic and memorable way to connect with Lapland’s traditions and animals.Located just 20 minutes from Rovaniemi city centre, this tour offers a relaxed and unique way to explore the best of Lapland’s nature — combining light adventure, local culture, and beautiful scenery ✨Interested in a private tour? Contact us at sales@porovaara.fi 💚
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Silent Waters: Traditional Rowboat Fishing
🚣♂️ Your local guide will take you and your companion (1–2 guests) on a traditional rowboat to a quiet fishing spot. With no motor, it’s all about the calmness of nature: birdsong, the dip of the oars, and the silence of Lapland’s untouched wilderness.🦌 We’ll stop at our reindeer farm where you can meet and feed the reindeer — a truly unique Lapland experience!🔥 The trip also includes grilling sausages over a cozy campfire, along with hot juice and cookies.⏰ The whole adventure lasts about 2.5 hours and includes convenient transportation to and from your accommodation. 🐟 Possible catches include perch, pike, and rainbow trout — suitable for both beginners and experienced fishers. And even if you don’t wish to fish, this trip is still a wonderful way to enjoy Lapland’s waters in silence and calm.
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3 h electric snowmobile safari in Rovaniemi
Head into the Arctic wilderness with our 3-Hour Electric Snowmobile Safari in Rovaniemi ❄️⚡ This guided tour takes you into the quiet, snow-covered forests of Porovaara, surrounded by wide areas of beautiful and untouched Lapland nature 🌲🤍Ride through the winter landscape on our electric snowmobiles and enjoy a smooth, quiet journey without engine noise — just the natural sounds of the forest around you. The silent ride makes it easy to relax, take in the scenery, and truly experience the calm atmosphere of the Arctic ✨During the safari, we’ll stop along the way to enjoy the views and have a short break in the forest. After the ride, you can warm up by the fire with hot juice and light snacks 🔥☕ Your guide will tell you more about the area, the local life, and everyday life in Lapland.At the end of the tour, you’ll visit our reindeer in their natural habitat, where you can meet and hand-feed them 🦌 — a special and memorable part of the experience.Located just 20 minutes from Rovaniemi city centre, this safari is a great choice for those who want to explore nature in a sustainable way and enjoy an authentic Arctic experience 💚Looking for a private electric snowmobile adventure? Contact us at sales@porovaara.fi ✉️
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Snowshoe trip to meet reindeer in Rovaniemi
Experience the magic of Lapland’s winter on a Snowshoe Adventure in our reindeer farm ❄️🥾🦌Snowshoeing is a unique way to explore the Arctic wilderness, letting you reach places you wouldn’t otherwise see and get up close to snow-covered trees and pristine landscapes 🌲🤍. Join us for a peaceful snowshoe trip through Porovaara, where the calm beauty of the snowy forest surrounds you at every step.Along the hike, you’ll meet our reindeer in their natural habitat 🦌✨. Feed them with lichen and discover their incredible adaptations that allow them to thrive in the Arctic. Reindeer have been an essential part of life in Lapland for centuries and remain an iconic symbol of the region.After the hike, we’ll gather around a cozy campfire 🔥☕ to enjoy a warm drink and snacks. Sitting quietly by the fire is a traditional Lappish way to relax. 😍The Porovaara area is privately owned, so you can enjoy complete peace, privacy, and uninterrupted time in nature throughout your trip 🌿💚.Interested in a private tour? Contact us at sales@porovaara.fi ✉️
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4 h electric snowmobile safari in Rovaniemi
Go deeper into the Arctic wilderness with our 4-Hour Electric Snowmobile Safari in Rovaniemi! ❄️⚡ This unforgettable adventure takes you far beyond into the silent, snow-covered forests of Porovaara — surrounded by dozens of square kilometers of pristine, untouched Lapland nature.Glide effortlessly through the white wilderness on our electric snowmobiles, enjoying a smooth and eco-friendly ride with no engine noise — just the peaceful sounds of the Arctic. 🌲✨ The quiet technology allows you to fully immerse yourself in the magic of Lapland’s winter landscapes and increases your chances of spotting wildlife along the way.During the safari, we’ll take a break in the forest to soak in the scenery. After the ride warm up with hot juice and snacks by the fire. Your guide will share stories about the region, local nature, and life in the Arctic, making this experience both thrilling and authentic.To complete your adventure, you’ll visit our reindeer in their natural habitat, where you can meet and hand-feed these gentle Arctic animals 🦌 — a truly special Lapland moment.Located just 20 minutes from Rovaniemi city centre, this safari is perfect for adventure seekers who want to explore deeper, ride longer, and experience Lapland in a more sustainable way.Looking for a private electric snowmobile adventure? Contact us at sales@porovaara.fi 💚
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