Private Finnhorse Sleigh Ride in Kuusamo | Ronivaara

3-5

Beginner, No previous experience, Reduced mobility

Group max. 6 persons, Private program

70,00 €

Private Finnhorse Sleigh Ride is an easy winter experience for your own group at Ronivaara Farm. You settle into the sleigh under warm blankets and enjoy the snowy surroundings as the Finnhorse carries you through the winter landscape.

Settle under warm blankets, feel the steady rhythm of the Finnhorse and share a winter moment with your own group in Ronivaara’s snowy surroundings.

Private breeze from old times

Winter Sleigh Moment begins in the farmyard of Ronivaara Farm in Kuusamo. The sleigh waits in the snow, the Finnhorse stands ready in front of it, and your group settles under warm blankets before the ride begins.

As the horse steps forward, the moment changes. The farmyard slips behind you, the sleigh runners meet the snow and the winter landscape opens slowly around your group. You feel the cold air on your face, the warmth of the blankets around you and the steady movement of the Finnhorse ahead.

This experience is simple, close and easy to enjoy. You sit together in the sleigh while the horse carries you through Ronivaara’s winter surroundings. The pace comes from the Finnhorse, and the feeling comes from sharing a quiet winter moment with your own group.

The Finnhorse gives the ride its character. In front of the sleigh, its strength and steady working rhythm become part of the experience. From the sleigh, Kuusamo’s winter feels close, real and beautifully unhurried.

Sleigh ride programs are suitable for all ages, including people with reduced mobility. The whole family, children, parents and grandparents enjoy sleigh rides! Shetland ponies , the mascots of the farm, may also be involved in the trip.

Sleigh ride in Ruska Laukka in Ruka-Kuusamo

A Small Winter Escape at Ronivaara

This programme is made for travellers who want a warm and memorable winter experience that fits easily into the day. It gives your group a short escape into snow, silence and the old rhythm of horse-drawn travel.

The experience does not need much around it. A Finnhorse, a sleigh, warm blankets and Ronivaara’s winter setting are enough. That is what makes the moment feel genuine: you are close to the horse, close to the weather and close to the people you came with.

The route and pace are chosen according to the weather, snow conditions and the horse’s wellbeing. The result is a soft and atmospheric winter experience shaped by the season, the Finnhorse and Ronivaara’s farmyard.

Good to know

Who is this experience for?

Winter Sleigh Moment with a Finnhorse is suitable for guests who want an easy winter experience with their own private group at Ronivaara Farm.

The experience is especially suitable for:

families
couples
friends and small private groups
guests of different ages
travellers who want to experience a Finnhorse without riding
guests looking for an easy winter activity in Kuusamo
guests who want a warm and scenic moment in the snow
guests with reduced mobility, depending on the situation

No previous horse experience is needed. The driver takes care of the horse and sleigh, and guests enjoy the experience from the sleigh.

What does the experience include?

The experience includes:

private sleigh ride for your own group
meeting a Finnhorse at Ronivaara Farm
settling into the sleigh under warm blankets
one-hour Finnhorse sleigh ride in Ronivaara’s winter surroundings
professional guide
easy winter experience with a Finnhorse
guest insurance, Finnish Equestrian Federation insurance for occasional guests

Duration: 1 hour
The duration covers the full experience: arrival at Ronivaara Farm, meeting the Finnhorse, settling into the sleigh, the sleigh ride and the ending of the programme.

Group size: max. 4 guests
Riding level: very easy, suitable for first-time guests
Format: private sleigh ride for your own group
Minimum age: suitable for guests of different ages
Infants: infants on an adult’s lap free of charge
Booking: advance booking online or by phone. Online booking closes 24 hours before the experience.

The experience is guided according to the weather, route, snow conditions and the horse’s wellbeing. Please dress warmly for winter weather. As you sit still in the sleigh, warm layers, winter shoes, gloves and a hat are important

Good to know and arrival at the farm

The experience takes place at Ronivaara Farm in Kuusamo.

Address:
Meskusvaarantie 79b, Kuusamo.
Location in Google Maps

Please arrive in good time so the programme can begin calmly at the agreed time. Part of the experience takes place outdoors in the farmyard, stable area and on the riding route, so dress according to the weather.

Choose sturdy shoes and clothing suitable for a stable and outdoor riding environment. Wear long trousers and a long-sleeved shirt. In winter, warm layers, gloves, a hat and proper outdoor footwear are important.

Please avoid loose clothing, scarves and backpacks. Riding equipment that has been used at other stables should be disinfected before arriving at Ronivaara.

FAQ

How is this different from the 1.5-hour sleigh ride?
Winter Sleigh Moment with a Finnhorse is a shorter, easy-to-join winter experience focused on the sleigh ride itself. The longer 1.5-hour experience gives more time for the full experience in the finnhorsefarm and a stronger focus on the finnhorse preparation and harnessing moment.

Is the sleigh ride private?
Yes. The experience is reserved for your own group. The group size is max. 4 guests.

Where does the sleigh ride begin?
The experience begins in the farmyard of Ronivaara Farm in Kuusamo.

Do I need previous horse experience?
No previous horse experience is needed. The driver takes care of the horse and sleigh.

What happens during the experience?
You meet the Finnhorse, settle into the sleigh under warm blankets and enjoy a one-hour winter sleigh ride in Ronivaara’s snowy surroundings.

Is the sleigh ride suitable for children?
Yes. The sleigh ride is suitable for guests of different ages. Children take part together with adults.

Can infants join the ride?
Yes. Infants can join on an adult’s lap free of charge.

Is the sleigh ride suitable for guests with reduced mobility?
It may be suitable depending on the situation. Please mention any mobility needs when booking so the practical arrangements can be considered.

What should I wear?
Dress warmly for winter weather. Warm layers, winter shoes, gloves and a hat are important, as you will be sitting still in the sleigh.

Are there blankets in the sleigh?
Yes. Warm blankets are provided in the sleigh.

Can we add refreshments to the experience?
Campfire refreshments can be booked separately in advance.

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Horse Welfare First

The wellbeing of our horses is at the heart of everything we do
We work calmly, respectfully and according to each horse’s needs
Our horses have time to rest, recover and live a natural paddock life
We choose safe routines, suitable horses for our guests and responsible group sizes
If needed, the program may be adapted to ensure the comfort and safety of the horses

Local Heritage

Ronivaara is a traditional farm environment with a strong local story
We value the Finnish horse and its important role in Finnish rural culture
The old smithy brings local history, craftsmanship and atmosphere into the visit
We want to preserve and share the heritage of farm life, horses and nature
Our experiences are rooted in the landscape, stories and traditions of the area