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Learn reindeer and husky secrets this summer in Rovaniemi
Summer is the best season to meet the iconic Arctic animals in person.
Get ready for must-do experiences in Lapland – visit the reindeer farm and husky kennel for an authentic and new insights. For travellers interested in locality Rovaniemi offers memorable summer activities with huskies and reindeer.
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Meet the reindeer herder
Meet the reindeer herder
Reindeer herding is the oldest livelihood in Lapland, and in many reindeer farms in Rovaniemi the herding is a way of life for many generations. The summer months unveil a different kind of beauty, offering visitors a unique opportunity to explore the reindeer farms in a whole new light.
Ask anything you ever wanted to know about reindeer. Discover a unique way of life deeply rooted in Lappish nature. The herder is more than happy to teach you the reindeer year which is featured by the seasons, weathers, and winds.
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Insight from a husky musher
Insight from a husky musher
Huskies live an active life in packs, working with people. The musher will share their knowledge of year-round training and handling dogs. After a husky kennel visit, you will understand your own pet dog better.
Husky kennel visit in Rovaniemi is a must, whether you are a dog person or just want to learn something new of the arctic animals. Pet the friendly, loving dogs and take them for a walk in the forest. Some kennels offer summer cart rides if weather permits.
Pro tip: Summer is your best chance to see puppies. It’s time for early socialization, which is very important for all dogs.
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Meaningful animals – Memorable encounters
Meaningful animals – Memorable encounters
Reindeer herding has provided a living for hundreds of years in the North. Reindeer has been an important means of transportation in the Northern wilderness areas and it provided food and supplies for clothing and tools. Nowadays reindeer herding is also closely related to tourism, selling the traditional handicrafts and meat production.
Huskies are cherished partners in Arctic region. Originally they have been used as companions and pulling the loads in the harsh conditions in very North. Nowadays huskies are used at sled dog races, tourism activities and as a means of transportation in the remote areas. In husky kennels in Rovaniemi you mainly meet alaskan huskies, but also some kennels are home to siberian huskies.
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Respecting animals
Respecting animals
Summer season has a calmer rhythm of life, perfect for discovering the history and species-appropriate life of reindeer and huskies in Rovaniemi. When booking an activity, kindly note that we never force them run or pull a sled. The safaris are based on their natural characteristics.
Ethical use of animals in tourism is in key focus of the companies in Rovaniemi, Lapland. Responsible operators openly introduce their actions on investing in animal welfare, talk about their operating philosophies and are inspired about teaching something new during the visits. Discover the Sustainable Travel Finland labelled husky kennels and have an experience of your lifetime with Arctic animals in Rovaniemi!
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See a reindeer in the wild
See a reindeer in the wild
You can see reindeer in Rovaniemi in the forests and even near the city centre. They are semi-wild animals that live most of the year in the wild. Take a walk on nature trails and keep your eyes open.
Fun fact: reindeer grow new antlers in every summer, the fastest growing bone in the world – up to 2 cm/day. Male antlers can reach 130 cm.
Reindeer Activities in summer
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Reindeer farm visit
Visit our authentic reindeer farm, meet real-life reindeer herders, and feed reindeer in their natural surroundings.
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Reindeer Farm Summer Experience
Visit the most authentic reindeer farm in rovaniemi and learn about local lifestyle and about reindeers
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Walking with Reindeer
Have an unforgettable walk with Santa Claus’s reindeer!
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Authentic Reindeer Farm Visit with Canoe Trip in the Nature
The best summer combo experience to feel the complete harmony of Lapland nature – meet its most iconic animal and canoe around one of its many beautiful lakes.
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Electric Fatbike Trip to the Reindeer Farm
Enjoy a memorable tour from Rovaniemi to an authentic reindeer farm! This unique combo experience with electric fatbikes allows you to discover Lapland nature in an easy way and meet its most inconic animals, the reindeer!
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Summer Delight – Visit to reindeer, husky and Santa Claus
Discover the secrets of Santa Claus and visit the husky and reindeer farms.
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Greet Santa’s Reindeer On Summer Holidays
Meet Santa’s reindeer on their summer holidays on the beautiful Rovaniemi countryside.
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Riverboat Cruise to a Reindeer Farm, Rovaniemi
Get inspired by Arctic lifestyle on a riverboat cruise and meet the reindeer on a farm visit
Husky Activities in summer
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Summer: Visit Reindeer Farm & Husky park
Visit Reindeer Farm and Husky Park! Discover traditional reindeer herding and husky mushing as local herders and mushers share their lifestyle and secrets.
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Husky safari sleddog
SLEDDOG HUSKY SAFARI
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The Life of the Husky Summer
2 hour modern husky kennel tour, with an 800 meter husky ride
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Summer Delight – Visit to reindeer, husky and Santa Claus
Discover the secrets of Santa Claus and visit the husky and reindeer farms.
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A Walk with Husky, Rovaniemi
Take the huskies for an afternoon walk and get friends with the furry sled dogs
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Husky walk
Take a walk with our lovely huskies in the nature.
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Canoeing Trip from Husky Home to Reindeer Farm
See the huskies and reindeer while enjoying a lovely paddle trip.
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Highlights of Rovaniemi Day Tour – Summer
The highlight tour takes you to the most unique sights in Rovaniemi. Visit genuine Reindeer and Husky Farms, meet Santa himself in the Santa Claus Village and get your certificate for crossing into the Arctic Circle.
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