In winter, we offer horse sleigh rides around Santa Claus Village: Aurora Horses’ Finnhorse sleigh transports depart from the heart of Santa Claus Village. We also organize longer atmospheric Finnhorse sleigh rides and Northern Lights Sleigh ride safaris in the evenings.
In summer, you can visit the lovely Finnhorses and go horseback riding. We also arrange wagon rides and horseback riding trips on request.
Aurora Horses also organises Northern Lights tours, which you can participate in without a horse program. All our tours are also available as private events.
Welcome to ride in the pure Lappish nature with magical arctic horses! In our cozy stable, you’ll have the opportunity to meet our friendly horses, dogs, and sheep. We offer a variety of horse-related activities, including trail riding, sleigh rides in the winter, and we also breed Finnish horses. You are also welcome to join our traditional sauna ceremony or experience the tranquility of nature by staying in our glampings.
During your visit, we’ll share fascinating insights into the lives and histories of these magnificent animals. Our location is 30-minutes driving from Santa Claus Village. Sometimes you can meet our horses also in Santa Claus Village!
In Santa Claus Village at the Arctic Circle, you’ll find the welcoming Santa’s Pets (in Finnish: Tallitontun piha). Visit and feed our kindly reindeer and meet fluffy alpacas, pony, goats, sheep, rabbits, donkeys and different birds or enjoy winter fun by coasting down the little hill on site! Guests can also use our Lapland hut (kota) & campfire / barbecue.
As an extra service, Santa’s Pets also offers nice reindeer walks and alpaca walks in the forests of Santa Claus Village and pony riding with our lovely pony. These activities must be booked in advance from our online shop. More info and bookings on our website: https://santaspets.fi/
Whether you’re planning a quick day trip or an extended vacation, Apukka Resort offers an array of bucket-list-worthy activities throughout the late summer, autumn, early winter, and winter seasons. With something to fit every schedule, our convenient shuttle bus service provides easy access from Rovaniemi city center and Santa Claus Village directly to our doorstep. Transportation is included in most of our activities!
Situated in the pristine Arctic wilderness, our resort is your gateway to unforgettable experiences. Private land, along with carefully designed routes, provide an ideal setting for your Arctic adventures. Led by our expert guides, you’ll be introduced to the best Lapland has to offer every season.
We offer activities in four different seasons:
– Summer: 1.8.-31.8.
– Autumn: 1.9.-10.11
– Early Winter: 11.11.-.28.11.
– Winter: 29.11.-5.4.
Late summer in Lapland brings a gentle warmth, peaceful surroundings, and plenty of outdoor fun. The forests are full of life, providing a stunning setting for those who love nature. The fresh, crisp air enhances outdoor activities like hiking and fishing, making them particularly delightful.
Autumn ushers in the Aurora Borealis season, when Lapland’s landscape glows with vibrant shades of yellow, orange, and red—the peak of fall foliage. During this time, you’ll find countless ways to explore the stunning nature, whether by horse carriage, kayak, or electric fatbike. A variety of Northern Lights activities, along with tours featuring huskies and other Arctic animals, will fill your heart with memories to cherish forever.
Winter arrives early at Apukka Resort, with snow-based activities starting from November 11th. If nature falls short on snow, we’ll make sure there’s plenty by using stored snow and snow cannons. You’ll have the chance to join us ahead of the crowd and experience winter favorites such as husky tours, reindeer sleigh rides, snowmobile safaris, and more.
As winter reaches its peak, you’ll discover even more ways to enjoy our winter wonderland. Longer husky rides and snowmobile safaris become available, new activities like snowshoeing are introduced, and the Christmas magic wraps around us like a festive gift. There are so many activities to choose from that listing them all would be impossible!
For those interested in Finnish saunas, we offer a variety of options available for booking. You can try the traditional lakeside sauna and take a refreshing dip—whether the lake is covered in ice or not! If you prefer a warmer experience, a sauna with an outdoor jacuzzi might be more to your liking. Please note that sauna reservations do not include transfers, but you can use our Apukka Shuttle Bus for transportation.
Visit our website to explore and book all the must-do activities in Lapland online!