23 Dec 2022
This was a wonderful experience! We were a small group (4 people) and we had only one day available for this kind of event, so I didn’t have too many hopes when I wrote an email asking if it’s possible to arrange something for the next day. Sire Marja replied very promptly and was very accommodating with the short notice (including fixing the snowmobile), so we could fulfill our dream ????
The whole experience took approx 3 hours, starting with 09.30-10 PM at night. (including ride to the farm, putting on the equipment and the stay among the reindeers). I strongly advise to put on the snowmobile clothing (offered by the guests), as it is very cold and your usual winter clothing won’t be sufficient.
We drove around, distributing trails of food (grains) for the reindeers. After 15-20 minutes, they started to appear from the woods, reluctantly, and eventually we were surrounded by tens of them. We sat quietly, observing. Unfortunately, but understandably, it’s not possible to pet them, as they are not pets ????
During the whole time, we asked Sire questions about the Sami culture, reindeer herding etc.
I strongly recommend this UNIQUE, direct, personal cultural experience, which is hard to put into words.
On the practical size, even though it’s an isolated area, payment is possible by card.
I would go again anytime!