Rudolphs Reindeer run

Rudolph’s Reindeer Run

Your Sámi guide will tell you tales of their history with reindeer, and how they’re suited for life in the snow. It’s a beautiful, tranquil way to see the Lappish scenery.

The first moment you pull away is the moment your eyes widen with joy and everybody grins from cheek to cheek. You’re off into the snowy landscape with your reindeer friends, cosy under your blanket.

Listen to the jingly bells, the crunch of the snow and the clops of reindeer shoes as you travel gently into the quiet wilderness.

Santa’s reindeer

• Santa’s original eight reindeer are Dasher, Dancer, Prancer, Vixen, Comet, Cupid, Donner and Blitzen. 
• The story of Rudolph originates from 1939 when he helped Santa on a foggy Christmas Eve and guided the sleigh with his red nose. 
• Much like Christmas, Rudolph’s nose glows only once a year, during his most important trip - dropping presents around the world on Christmas Eve!

Fun reindeer facts

• Most reindeer roam freely around Lapland, but some are kept and trained for sleigh rides.
• Reindeer are naturally timid animals and were the main mode of transport before the snowmobile came along.
• Both males and females grow antlers which fall off between December and the summer depending on the age of the animal. 
• Their hoofs adapt to the climate. In winter they shrink and tighten to expose the rim of the hoof, to stop slipping and help them dig through the snow.
• Their favourite food is lichens, sniffed out by their sensitive noses.