Horse sleigh rides Hetta Enontekiö
Available from late November to early April
A quiet ride through snowy forest, guided only by the horse’s steps and a bell from the past. Experience the nature of Lapland by sitting in a horse‑drawn sleigh ride along snowy forest paths.
Our sleigh ride takes almost an hour in nature away from the beaten paths — the silence is broken only by the sleigh moving through the snow and the gentle ringing of the horse’s bell.
In the old days, horses were used for farming and forestry. You’ll experience the old way of travel – slow, rhythmic, and deeply rooted in local tradition. The harness on our horse carries a special sound: the same bell once used by my grandfather still jingles with us today.
See the beautiful snowy nature with its colors during daylight or experience the magical Lapland night. In the quiet light of day, the forest reveals its soft shapes and snowy beauty. At night, everything deepens. The forest sleeps, and you glide into darkness with only the stars above. And when the sky begins to dance with Northern Lights, the experience becomes unforgettable. This is pure Arctic magic – no light pollution, no engines, just the sound of snow and that same bell that once rang for my grandfather.
Our horse sleigh ride is a peaceful way to enjoy Lapland’s nature and breathe in the calm Arctic winter. A moment you’ll carry with you, always.
Included:
- a transport from Hetta, your hotel/cabin
- a brief introduction to the finnhorse and its history
- horse sleigh ride about 50 minutes, total 1,5 – 2h tour
- a big coat over your own winter clothes
- an experienced local guide
- hot drink
Sleigh Ride Through Snowy Forest
- beautiful arctic nature
See the beautiful snowy nature with its colors during daylight. The only sound is the sleigh gliding over snow and the gentle jingle of the harness bell.
1 h
min 2 people – max 4 people
Aurora Horse Sleigh Ride
- magical night in Lapland
Far from village lights, you’ll glide under Arctic skies – and when the auroras appear, the moment becomes pure magic. An unforgettable night wrapped in tradition, stillness, and wonder.
1 h
min 2 people – max 4 people
Family experience:
Treasure Hunt with an Elf
- For the whole family
We will take a short horse-drawn sleigh ride through snowy forest under the arctic sky to meet an elf. The elf will be waiting for you in the forest, surrounded by lanterns and small lights. With an old map in hand, the elf will guide you to search for clues in the forest that lead to the hidden treasure.
Available from September to March (1.9. – 31.3)
Reviews about sleigh ride
”We can highly recommend it. The beauty of lapland, the air, the colours and the tiny tinkling of the horse’s bell – it was great😊”
Birgit Witte-Lange
Facebook picture comment 17.3.2023
”This was amazing, a really surreal time, we loved it. Felt like being inside a snow globe. Beautifully picturesque, stunning views and really informative too. Great local family small business.”
Monica Raynor
Facebook picture comment 17.3.2023