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Relaxed Finnhorse Trail Ride

1h

2-8

No experience, Some experience

Trail riding

70,00 €

A relaxed Finnhorse trail ride through the hill landscapes, forests, trails and fields around Ronivaara. The horse’s steady steps, the quiet of the forest and the changing northern seasons give each ride its own character.

1 h · Max 8 guests · Min. age 12
First-time to experienced riders · Year-round

A calm trail ride takes you close to northern nature from horseback — from Ronivaara’s farmyard to trails, forest or fields.

Experience nature with horses

Ronivaara’s relaxed trail ride is a calm and approachable Finnhorse experience for guests with little or no riding experience. It is for visitors who want to try riding in nature, feel the quiet rhythm of a horse beneath them and experience the northern landscape from horseback in a gentle, guided way.

The experience begins at Ronivaara Farm by meeting your horse. You receive clear safety instructions, help with mounting if needed and calm guidance before heading out. The start is unhurried, giving you time to get used to the horse, the saddle and the simple basics of being with a horse.

The ride continues from the farmyard towards trails, forest or fields, depending on the day’s conditions. The pace is kept peaceful, and the ride is adapted to the group’s abilities, the route and the horses’ wellbeing. The value of the experience is in the calm movement, the presence of the Finnhorse and the feeling of northern nature coming close from the saddle.

The Finnhorse makes this ride special. It is Finland’s native horse breed, known for its versatility, steady character and long shared history with Finnish people. Ronivaara’s Finnhorses are used to moving in nature and meeting different kinds of riders. Their sure step, calm strength and reliable character make the ride approachable also for first-time guests.

Ronivaara is a real Finnhorse farm where the horses’ wellbeing is the foundation of every experience. The ride is guided professionally and with the horses’ wellbeing first, so that your first moments on a Finnhorse can feel clear, calm and memorable.

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An Easy Way to Experience Nature on Horseback

This programme is a good choice when you want a peaceful riding experience in nature without needing much previous riding experience. The calm start, clear guidance and steady Finnhorses make it approachable for first-time and less experienced riders.

More experienced riders are equally welcome when they are looking for an unhurried, nature-focused ride that brings together northern nature, time with a Finnhorse and the warm atmosphere of a real horse farm.

Good to know

Who is this experience for?
  • first-time riders and guests with little riding experience
  • adults and children according to the minimum age requirement
  • travellers looking for a peaceful, guided nature activity with Finnhorses
  • visitors who appreciate clear guidance, animal wellbeing and a real horse farm setting
  • experienced riders looking for a calm and scenic Finnhorse ride at an unhurried pace

No previous riding experience is required. More experienced riders are also welcome when they prefer a calm pace. Please tell us about the participants’ riding experience when booking, so the programme can be adapted to the group.

What does the experience include?

The experience includes:

  • meeting your Finnhorse at Ronivaara Farm
  • clear safety instructions before the ride
  • help with mounting if needed
  • calm guidance before heading out
  • guided trail ride with Finnhorses
  • riding towards trails, forest or fields, depending on the day’s conditions
  • pace and route adapted to the group’s abilities, conditions and the horses’ wellbeing
  • local guide
  • riding helmet and, if needed, a high-visibility vest or safety vest
  • use of changing and social facilities
  • group insurance for guests
  • Finnish Equestrian Federation insurance for occasional riders

Minimum age: 12 years. Younger experienced riders may participate by prior agreement.
Booking: Advance booking online or by phone. Online booking closes one day before the experience. Other available times can be requested by email.

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.

FAQ

Do I need previous riding experience?
No previous riding experience is required. This programme is designed for inexperienced and less experienced guests. You receive clear guidance before heading out.

Is this suitable for children?
Yes, children can take part according to the minimum age requirement. Participation is always considered according to the group, conditions and the child’s readiness.

What happens during the experience?
You meet your horse, receive safety instructions and prepare for the ride calmly. The ride then continues from Ronivaara’s farmyard towards trails, forest or fields, depending on the day’s conditions.

What equipment is provided?
A riding helmet is provided. A high-visibility vest or safety vest is available if needed. Changing and social facilities are available at the farm.

What should I wear?
Dress according to the weather. Wear long trousers, a long-sleeved shirt and sturdy shoes, such as hiking boots or rubber boots. In winter, wear warm layers, gloves and a hat.

Can refreshments be booked with the experience?
Refreshments can be booked separately in advance.

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A real Finnhorse farm in Kuusamo

Ronivaara is our family home and a working Finnhorse farm. The horses and other animals live here throughout the year, and everyday life follows their needs, the seasons and the work of the farm.

When you arrive, the day is already under way. For a while, you become part of the place and its everyday life.

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Horse welfare comes first

Ronivaara’s Finnhorses are known as individuals. Their health, behaviour, workload, recovery and everyday wellbeing guide both their daily care and the activities they take part in.

The horses live with other horses and have opportunities for movement, outdoor life, rest and species-typical behaviour.

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Responsibility is part of everyday work

We have developed our work around animal welfare, safety, sustainability and the care of our surroundings over many years.

Our work is also recognised through established Finnish tourism and equestrian quality systems. For us, responsibility is not a separate promise – it is part of the everyday decisions made at Ronivaara.

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