Reindeer Ride

When you visit Lapland there is no shortage of adventurous things to do and wonders to see. But whatever you do, don't miss out on the top attraction - a reindeer ride through the frozen winter landscape. The reindeer is a symbol of Finnish Lapland and this is hardly surprising as there are actually as many reindeer living here as there are people. When in Lapland do as the Laplanders do and jump on a sleigh. It's far more fun than getting around by car and much more practical, too, especially when the snow starts to pile up. There's nothing like being pulled by reindeer across Lapland's snowy expanses in winter to experience the uniqueness and beauty of this pristine landscape. Whether you're here with your kids or as a couple or group looking for something different and exciting, you've certainly come to the right place. You can get close and friendly with these fabulous animals as never before on reindeer Lapland adventures. These are creatures we feel we've grown up with from the cradle and given names like Rudolph and Donner and Blitzen, but few of us have actually seen one in the flesh. A ride across this timeless and largely untouched snowy landscape in a sleigh pulled by real reindeer is an experience not to be missed. The kids will identify immediately with Santa and know how it must feel to have to deliver countless numbers of presents of all shapes and sizes by this method in a single night. A reindeer ride in Finnish Lapland represents eco-friendly tourism at its very best, too. At the same time, you'll know that this is not just a remarkably innovative innovation to attract visitors to the country but is actually the traditional mode of transport for the indigenous Sami people of the region. Your reindeer ride may last anything from 10 minutes to several hours, and as the speed is moderate rather than frantic you need have no fear of falling off or of your kids being in any danger at all. A sleigh ride is suitable for all ages and is practically guaranteed to bring out the child in each of us. It can even be seen as something of a spiritual journey, with the smooth, effortless ride and magical winter landscapes taking us back to a forgotten past. There are a number of different reindeer trips to choose from, with visits to a real reindeer farm often featuring in the package. You can also take the kids on a reindeer Lapland ride to Santa's home village, where they can see for themselves how the presents are packed for worldwide distribution by his small army of elf helpers. They can enjoy puzzles and games here before hopping back on the sleigh to the next fun destination. Perfect for young families in particular, this is a truly unforgettable experience that will provide you and your children with fond memories to last a lifetime.