Driving and feeding reindeer-Kuusamo
Preliminary information for Finland's Winter 2025/2026
“The starting point for all activities is a healthy, happy reindeer whose life and needs are respected.”
Palosaari Reindeer and Fishing Farm values and ethical guidelines.
PALOSAARI REINDEER AND FISHING FARM
Visit us and spend some time in the enchanting world of reindeer, fishing, and nature wellbeing. We offer exciting experiences every day of the year.
In spring, the wonders of new beginnings with the births of calves, preparation of soil, ploughing and planting, soil marks in a gardener’s hands.
The summer chores of mending fences, earmarking calves, hay making, cutting leaves, the thrill of the midnight sunlight.
In summer, feeding the reindeer in the enclosure, harvesting the treasures of the forest, enjoying nature with all our senses.
The crystal clear waters on fishing trips, tight lines and the beauty of nature.
Fishing for trout with flies or spinning lures in the local clear waters or at the foot of a fell in the Swedish tundra.
In autumn, harvest from the land and forest, the mood of darkening evenings, and reindeer roundups.
In winter, hundreds of kilometres of untouched snow drifts, worrying about lost reindeer after summer, reindeer training, the wonderful beauty of frosty days.
In winter, the reindeer are driven through a genuine winter wonderland. Treats are served, and you can learn about the ways of the reindeer. We will enjoy the open fire at Kammi shelter and tell stories about the life of reindeer herders, both ancient and modern.
On an ice-fishing trip you may catch rainbow trout, whitefish or perch. Or you can set out to Swedish fells to ice-fish for trout.
You get to drive a reindeer yourself. You can feed the reindeers and have a picnic by the fire
Have you ever driven a reindeer sleigh? Under our guidance you get to drive a reindeer yourself and enjoy a merry sleigh ride. You will steer a reindeer through a 1.5-km sleigh track in a snowy forest.
We will also visit the reindeer enclosure where you can take photos and learn about the ways of reindeer. Have you heard the snap of their nails or the sound of them munching their special treat, lichen? Did you know that the appearance of reindeer changes all the time, because they shed their winter coats in spring, and lose and re-grow their antlers every year?
When the reindeer have had their treats, we will go on to the open fire at Kammi shelter where it is your turn to enjoy campfire coffee, reindeer sausages and comb-shaped pastries.
We will gladly tell you stories about the ancient traditions in reindeer herding.
Finally, we will visit the crafts shop at the historic 100-year-old farmhouse living room.
Duration:
2 hours
Price:
Adults 104 € /person Children(4-12) 52 € /person
Price incl.:
Long Reindeer Drive (1,5-km), Feeding Reindeers, Reindeer sausage, campfire coffee/tea/warm juice and home baked pastry, Reindeer Driving license
Group size:
Min. 4 person
Info:
Children under 12-year only with an adult
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Palosaaren poro- ja kalastustila---- Reindeer and fishing farm