Riding Tour with Finnhorses at Santa Claus Village

Overview

Available languages

Finnish

English

1 hour

Mobile ticket

The Finnhorse is a cooperative, sweet and reliable co-worker. On horseback you can experience the untouched nature of Lapland.

In autumn you can enjoy the colourful forest scenery with autumn foliage, in the winter you'll hear the snow crunch beneath the hooves as snowcovered trees bend above our trail. In the spring the bright sunshine will glisten on the snow and you can hear the song of the first migratory birds and feel the warmth of the sun. In the summertime our hairy co-workers will mostly by vacationing in the pastures.

Our horseback riding tours are slow-paced, so you don't need previous riding experience.

Agenda: Short safety section, Horse riding tour (duration about 30-40min depending on weather conditions) and after the ride we enjoy a warm drink, gingerbread cookies and marshmallows at hut by the fire.

If you are interested in a faster paced riding excursion or late night Aurora hunting ride, please contact us via email.

Additional Info

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Not recommended for pregnant travelers

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

Helmet cap and riding helmet.

You will need warm clothes suitable for riding, as well as shoes and gloves. The use of a helmet is mandatory.

What To Expect

In the beginning of our programme you'll recieve a comprehensive introduction to horses, after which you can feel safe to go on a riding trek. On our treks we always set the page according the least experienced rider. At the end of the ride we'll enjoy a warm drink and cookies at the campfire and you'll hear story of Finnhorses. For safety reasons and for wellbeing of our horses, riding excursions are for people over 7 years of age and who weight less than 120kg (265 pounds).

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Riding Tour with Finnhorses at Santa Claus Village

Reviews

4.73

15 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Magical
Sanja K,
Nov 24, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Beautiful moments riding in a winter wonderland. Just make sure you are properly dressed and have pocket heater with you during winter.
Fabulous Horse Riding Experience
E9613AKsuet,
Sep 15, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Thoroughly recommend this horse riding experience on Finnhorses. Had a fabulous ride through the forest with experienced & well looked after horses. A real treat.
Horse riding
Aayza K,
Mar 7, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
I had so much fun I booked it again so I could do it a second time while I’m here, the staff were lovely, the horses were calm and adorable and the views were breathtaking
Beautiful and superb walk 🙂
nassiman2025,
Jan 17, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Very nice walk with very welcoming and smiling staff, beautiful landscape and very relaxing. The horses were very beautiful and very disciplined, we recommend this activity to do to recharge, at the end we were allowed a small fire in a cabin with biscuit, marshmallow and a hot drink with red fruits.
Wonderful! Very friendly...
Jenny D,
Jan 10, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Wonderful! Very friendly staff, we felt supported and well taken care of! Very beautiful forest even though it’s very cold.
Horse riding in a magical winter wonderland
Travel44224440088,
Dec 25, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Lovely experience for myself and 2 young children. Riding beautiful Finnish horses through a winter wonderland forest while our guides told us stories of some of the locals. After our ride we could then warm up with a cup of Glogi, gingerbread biscuits and roasting marshmallows over the open fire. Couldn’t fault Aurora horses, great experience and would definitely recommend and do it again.
Amazing experience and lovely people
L4153SQalexisb,
Dec 9, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Amazing experience with lovely people, couldn’t have asked for more. Had a ride throughout the snowy forest and had a hot drink and snacks at the end of the ride with a lovely person
Unforgettable horseback adventure in the heart of Lapland!
Eija V,
Sep 22, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We had an absolutely wonderful horseback riding experience at Aurora Horses in Rovaniemi! The horses were incredibly gentle and easy-going, making us feel at ease despite our lack of riding experience. The guides were friendly and knowledgeable, ensuring we felt confident and safe throughout the tour. The scenic beauty of Lapland added to the magic, making it an unforgettable adventure. Highly recommend this tour for anyone looking to enjoy the serene landscapes of Rovaniemi on horseback! 🐴❄️
Wonderful experience in the snow
Mobile51640716025,
Feb 11, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
If you love horses and have always wanted to go horse riding in the snow and in the great outdoors, you should do this! A lovely hostess who welcomed us warmly and showed us the stables and the horses. Then we were allowed to go horse riding in the nature and afterwards there was hot chocolate and marshmallows..😊
Enjoyed every minute of it.
HuseyinYavuz Y,
Dec 27, 2023
- Review from Viator
5.00
Enjoyed every minute of it. Horses are beautiful and rides very smooth. Staff is very nice and knowledgeable.