LIVING WITH REINDEER TOUR

Spend a day in the wilderness with a reindeer herd and a reindeer-herding family.

Jenni, the reindeer herder woman will meet you at the reindeer farm. The family's home is buzzing with everyday life and you can meet the children, and, if you wish, get to know the family's adorable reindeer- and huntingdogs. Before the tour starts, you will be equipped with proper, high-quality winter gear if you need more. Reindeer herder Jenni equips the sled and heads with you to the wild where the reindeer roam free, grazing in natural pastures. Sometimes you may see other forest animals and their tracks on the way. The ride duration depends on where the reindeer are. They can usually be found around 10 to 15 minutes away from the farm.

Dad or husband of family, will be waiting for you in the wild with the reindeer. After arriving, you can meet and feed the reindeer while Jenni prepares local snacks by the open fire. The snack menu consists of traditional homemade bread filled with smoked cheese. The bread is roasted on fire and moose or reindeer meat is served with the bread. Warm homemade berry juice is served as a drink.

During the day, you will hear about the local reindeer herders' life and Forest Sámi culture. Before returning to the farm, you will also learn how to throw the reindeer herder's lasso (suopunki). Lasso throwing is one of the most important skills of a reindeer herder.

At the end of your visit, you are welcome to explore our little shop in the traditional kota in our farmyard, where you will find handmade crafts created by the mother of the family, along with other authentic local souvenirs.