Horseback Ride in Finnish Forest from Rovaniemi
Description
Venture into the serene Finnish wilderness on a horseback riding tour from Rovaniemi. After convenient pickup from the city center, journey through picturesque forest roads to Kotatuli Farm. Meet and groom your horse before embarking on a guided ride through stunning landscapes, where you may encounter local wildlife such as reindeer and moose. A highlight of the tour is a cozy break in a traditional hut, where you can enjoy grilled sausage, pastries, and hot drinks around a campfire while listening to captivating stories about Finnish nature and horses. - Horseback riding adventure through the enchanting Finnish forest - Pickup and drop-off from central Rovaniemi included - Encounter local wildlife like reindeer and moose during your ride - Enjoy a cozy campfire break with grilled sausage and hot drinks in a traditional hut
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Itinerary
First, we will pick you up from the Rovaniemi area and head towards Kotatuli’s farm. Along the way, you will see the beauty of Lapland’s nature and leave the bustle of the city behind.
Upon arrival at Kotatuli’s farm, you will be welcomed into a peaceful countryside setting and introduced to our horses. Together, we will prepare them for the ride, taking time to ensure the process is calm and comfortable for both horses and participants. Before setting off, we will go through important safety guidelines and discuss, as a group, how and where our ride will take place. You will also have the opportunity to learn more about the horses, their personalities, and their way of life here in Lapland, gaining insight into the bond between people and these gentle animals.
Our ride takes us off the beaten path and into the heart of Lapland’s nature. We follow peaceful forest trails and open paths, making our way up a fell where the views stretch far across the landscape. It’s a chance to slow down, breathe in the fresh Arctic air, and enjoy the company of the horses. If the terrain and everyone’s comfort level allow, we’ll add some excitement with gentle trots or even a canter—feeling the freedom and energy of riding through this magical northern scenery.
After the ride, we return to Kotatuli’s farm, where we gently remove the horses’ tack and thank them for their work. Once they are comfortably back in their paddock, we head to the traditional kota. Inside, the warmth of the fire welcomes us, and we relax together over hot drinks and a small snack. There’s time to enjoy local flavours such as grilled sausages and sweet pastries, share stories from the ride, and simply take in the cozy atmosphere before the journey back. It’s the perfect ending to a memorable day in Lapland.
After our time in the kota, we begin the drive back to Rovaniemi. The return journey offers one last chance to enjoy the peaceful Lapland scenery, leaving you with warm memories of the day’s experiences.
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
We will be in touch prior to your tour to confirm all details and arrange the pick-up time and location, ensuring a smooth and comfortable start to your experience.
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Reviews(11)
I did the forest horseback ride and it was an amazing experience, HIGHLY recommend! They were kind enough to pick me up from over an hour away when my ride arrangements fell through, were so friendly, and made sure I was comfortable during the whole ride. It was a peaceful ride through the forest and we stopped for a breathtaking lake/mountain view. If you’re adventurous, love the outdoors , want an experience that is thrilling yet safe, this is a great idea!
Beautiful, very decelerated horseback riding tour in beautiful nature. The weather was a dream, due horses relaxed, the operators very friendly.
A wonderful horse riding experience in Rovaniemi! The horses were very well-behaved and perfect even for beginners. The ride took us through beautiful snowy forests up to a hill with an amazing view. Our guide was super friendly, helpful, and communicative. A great farm with a lovely atmosphere – you can really see that the animals are well cared for. Highly recommended!
The best adventure of your stay. Katia is very loving of these horses and you are far from being in a tourist catch but in a family sphere. She was able to adapt to the group and the different levels by offering two different walks. I recommend you a lot during my walk, I believed myself in the world of Narnia, it was amazing 🤩
10/10 experience! Horseback riding through the snowy forest was so beautiful. Afterwards we had snacks and talked around a fire. It was a wonderful tour. Everyone was so kind as well!! I highly recommend.
Great experience The animals are treated correctly and with a lot of respect. I had the opportunity to ride the horse and guide (Heidi) through the deep snow while enjoying an incredible view.
Beautiful experience with horses and hosts are super nice! I had a great time with my husband, I highly recommend this experience with them, and the scenery was breathtaking 😍
This was a phenomenal experience! The hosts provided a horseback riding tour in the beautiful forest, followed by some sausage and cookies with coffee by an open fire in a very cozy hut. We also then got to experience their lovely sauna, mixed with jumping in the cold lake - a very exciting experience! Overall the hosts were very warm and welcoming, and shared lots of knowledge and experience regarding their horses, home, and lifestyle. The whole experience was very relaxing, yet also adventurous and nice. I would recommend it for families, couples, and even solo travelers!
Katya and Joni were very welcoming and fantastic hosts! My partner and I did the horseback riding and sauna. Even though it was my first time riding a horse and I was nervous, the horses are very well trained and patient and Katya was very reassuring and instructive! We toured the Finnish forest, which is beautiful in the fall, and got to see some wildlife. During the ride, Katya talked a bit about the history and different facts about the land around us. Afterwards, we had coffee and snacks in a traditional Finnish hut and then went to the sauna. It was a magical experience, very intimate and relaxing! I 100% recommend coming to their homestead if you want to make the most out of your trip.
Beautiful lovingly run property. Super dear people and also animals. We will come back! A rarely beautiful experience
