Scenic Sleighride
Starting from 79,00 € / person
Available: December – March
Duration: 1 hour
Destination: Rovaniemi
Glide through the serene beauty of the Arctic on our Scenic Sleigh ride, a relaxing one-hour daytime experience designed for those who want to enjoy Lapland’s winter landscapes at a more relaxed pace. Seated comfortably in a cozy sleigh, you’ll be gently pulled along snowy trails by a professional guide on a snowmobile, allowing you to fully take in the magic of the surroundings.
Departing from our Safari Center, near Santa Claus Village in Rovaniemi, this peaceful journey takes you through pristine forests, over frozen swamps, and along frosty white paths above the Arctic Circle. As the sleigh moves smoothly through the snow, you’ll have uninterrupted views of the sparkling winter scenery—perfect for photography or simply soaking in the calm, crisp Arctic air.
Warm blankets are provided to keep you comfortable throughout the ride, making this tour suitable for all ages and an ideal choice for families, couples, or anyone seeking a slower-paced outdoor experience. Along the way, your guide will ensure a safe and enjoyable journey while you relax and enjoy the silence and beauty of the north. The Scenic Sleighride offers a unique way to experience Lapland’s winter wonderland—effortless, tranquil, and unforgettable.
Pricing
- Adults (15+): 79 € per person
- Children (4 – 14): 59 € per person
Includes
- Thermal clothing
- Professional guide
- Guiding in English
- Stops during safari for pictures
- Sleigh ride time of approximately 30 – 40 minutes
Please note:
- Guests must be present at our Safari Center no later than 30 minutes prior to the scheduled departure time. During this 30-minute period, we provide you with your thermal clothing, instruct you in dressing procedures, provide guidance and training concerning the safe operation of the snowmobiles and complete all necessary paperwork prior to the official departure time. In doing so, we ensure that you get to enjoy the maximum amount of time participating in the activity, itself.
- In accordance with Finnish traffic and motor vehicle laws, you must have your physical driver’s license with you in order to operate a snowmobile. If you do not have your driver’s license, you will not be able to drive during the tour and no refund can be offered.
- To request a private booking for this tour, please email us directly here. Please include the tour name, requested date of the tour, and the number of people in your booking (adults & children) in your message.
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Additional information for individual travelers
Find our full terms and conditions including cancellation policy here.
All tours listed are for a minimum of 2 persons paying a full (adult) price, unless mentioned otherwise.
PRICE INCLUDE
- The prices include all described activities, services and equipment.
- Some of the products include in winter season a thermal overall, boots, gloves and woolen socks, in snowmobile safaris also helmet and balaclava. This is mentioned in product info.
- Please note: in winter time you always need to have winter outfit for all programs.
GUIDANCE
- Guidance is in English, other languages are available on request basis with a possible supplement of 39 € per hour through Monday to Saturday and 55 € per hour on Sundays or bank holidays.
SNOWMOBILE TOURS:
- The driver of a snowmobile has to be at least 18 years old and hold a valid, class B driving license (car or van – check the acceptability of your license in comparison to Finnish standards).
- In accordance with Finnish traffic and motor vehicle laws, you must have your physical driver’s license with you in order to operate a snowmobile. If you do not have your driver’s license, you will not be able to drive during the tour and no refund can be offered.
- Please note that it is strictly prohibited to drive a snowmobile under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
- The starting point for the safari is stated in the booking confirmation.
- The snowmobile driver is held liable for any damages caused to the snowmobile. The driver is held liable for a flat rate of 900 € per person in case of an accident. The self liability flat rate can be reduced to 200€ per driver/accident case by purchasing a self liability waiver from Wild Nordic for 20 €/driver for the shorter (1-4 hour) safaris and for 30 €/driver for the longer (5-8 hour) safaris.
- Teenagers must be at least 140cm to sit on a snowmobile paying adult price. Children will be sitting on a sleigh pulled by the guide snowmobile if the type of tour allows it.
- Sleigh rides are not recommended for children younger than 3 years old.
- Solo travellers or participants in group with odd numbers might have to share a snowmobile with someone from another party. If the traveler wish to not share a snowmobile, a single driver supplement can be purchased on spot (subject to availability).
- Wild Nordic Finland does not recommend pregnant individuals to ride on the snowmobile or in the sled pulled by the snowmobile as the vibrations and exhaust fumes may be harmful to the human body. If the program requires special arrangement (e.g. additional transport), Wild Nordic shall not be responsible for the possible extra costs.If the pregnant individual decides to participate in the activity against the advice of Wild Nordic Finland, it is done at their own risk and shall release Wild Nordic from any liability to any occurring injuries to the pregnant customer or the unborn child.
NORTHERN LIGHTS TOURS:
- Northern lights are a natural occurrence and we are unable to guarantee activity, vibrancy or the colour on the evening of the tour.
HIKING BASED ACTIVITIES:
- For hiking based activities a reasonable level of fitness is recommended.
ROVANIEMI
- All safaris start and end at Wild Nordic Safari Center office (Joulupukintie 1) located next to Santa Claus Village. The starting point and time for the safari is stated in the booking confirmation.
- Most of the tours include a transfer from the meeting points in the central area of Rovaniemi. Customers shall wait for their pick-up at the given meeting time and point notified by Wild Nordic. All the pick-up times are subject to a 10-minute difference depending on the other participants joining the tours.
- For the tours ending at the Wild Nordic Safari Center, located next to the Santa Claus Village, you can always skip the return transfer if you wish to visit Santa Claus.
LEVI
- All safaris start and end at in the centre of Levi at the given meeting point of the tour. The starting point and time for the safari is stated in the booking confirmation.
If you have additional questions, please check our FAQ page – it gives a quick overview about the questions we are asked most frequently. If you can’t find your answer there, feel free to contact us!
The operator reserves the right to make alterations to the programs, price, duration or form of transportation without prior warning. This is also applied to changes in programs due to weather conditions.
Tour Pick-up Information & Locations
Please come to the meeting point 5 minutes before the given meeting time.
Pickup schedule:
- Wild Nordic Safari Center, Joulupukintie 1
- Invisible Forest Lodge
- Santasport, Hiihtomajantie 2
- Sky Ounasvaara Hotel, Juhanuskalliontie
- Ounasvaara Chalets, Antinmukka 4
- Arctic TreeHouse Hotel, Tarvantie 3
- City Center: Wild Nordic Rovaniemi Pick Up Point – Valtakatu 35, 96200 on the sidewalk along Valtakatu street, there will be Wild Nordic sign
PLEASE CONTACT US IF YOU WANT TO CHANGE THE LOCATION YOU SELECTED WHILE BOOKING.
Wild Nordic is a travel company operating in Rovaniemi and Levi, Finnish Lapland. We have been providing unforgettable experiences since 1997.
