Sonka, Rovaniemi
Meet Santa Claus in the heart of the Lapland forest
A family-friendly, intimate and personalized experience in the heart of the Lapland forest in Sonka, Rovaniemi.
At Santa Forest, enjoy a meeting with Santa Claus near Rovaniemi in a peaceful, magical and family-friendly setting. Your visit begins on a path through the snowy forest, before you open the door to Santa’s cabin and share a special moment with him.
✨ A truly personalized meeting
The day before your visit, we contact your family on WhatsApp to collect the children’s first names and a small anecdote or interest.
Santa Claus then prepares your visit so he can welcome each child in a natural and personal way. He already knows their first names and can mention a small detail that makes the moment even more magical.
A real magical moment, designed so children feel that Santa Claus truly knows them.
A family experience in the forest near Rovaniemi
Located in Sonka, near Rovaniemi, Santa Forest welcomes families in a natural setting in the heart of Finnish Lapland.
The meeting with Santa Claus takes place in his cabin, after a short walk through the snowy forest. Each visit is prepared in advance to offer children a personalized experience and unforgettable memories.
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How does the visit work?
Before your visit
The day before, we collect a few simple details about the children to prepare the meeting.
Arrival at Santa Forest
You are welcomed at the reception house, then we explain how to reach the magic path.
Path through the forest
You walk for a few minutes among the snowy fir trees to Santa’s cabin.
Meeting with Santa Claus
You share a special moment with him, prepared especially for your family.
Packages, souvenirs and Santa gifts
The meeting with Santa Claus is available by reservation with a €5 contribution per family or group. You can choose a full package or add the most magical souvenirs: A4 photo, plush toy handed over by Santa Claus, or a child mini snowmobile with a reindeer design.
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🎅 Personalized meeting
Christmas Magic Contribution to reserve your time slot and prepare a personalized meeting.
- Meeting with Santa Claus in his cabin
- Personalization prepared the day before by WhatsApp
- Up to 10 people
- Average duration: 10 to 15 minutes
⭐ Magic Pack
A first complete package to enjoy the meeting, take home an A4 photo souvenir and add a children’s activity.
- Personalized meeting with Santa Claus
- 1 printed A4 photo
- Digital photo taken in the cabin sent by email
- Booking contribution included
- One 15-minute ride on a child mini snowmobile “Rudolf”
⭐⭐ Premium Pack
The ideal package if you would like two A4 photo souvenirs and one mini snowmobile activity for one child.
- Personalized meeting with Santa Claus
- 2 printed A4 photos
- Digital photos taken in the cabin sent by email
- Booking contribution included
- One 15-minute ride on a child mini snowmobile “Rudolf”
⭐⭐⭐ Family Pack
The most complete family package, combining the meeting with Santa Claus, A4 souvenir photos and two children’s activities.
- Personalized meeting with Santa Claus
- 2 printed A4 photos
- Digital photos taken in the cabin sent by email
- Booking contribution included
- Two separate 15-minute rides on a child mini snowmobile “Rudolf”
📸 A4 souvenir photo
A printed souvenir of your meeting with Santa Claus.
- Family photo with Santa Claus
- 1 printed A4 photo
- Digital copy by email of the photo taken in the cabin
- Ideal format to frame or offer as a gift
🎁 Plush toy handed over by Santa Claus
Santa Claus personally gives a plush toy to your child during the meeting.
- Gift handed over by Santa Claus
- Surprise moment during the visit
- Available while stocks last
🦌 Children’s “Rudolf” mini snowmobiles
Children can take the handlebars of our electric mini snowmobiles, decorated with a design inspired by Rudolf the reindeer.
- 15 min: €25
- 30 min: €40
- Prepared circuit in the forest
These are electric mini snowmobiles for children with a reindeer design, not an activity with real reindeer.
Why do families choose Santa Forest?
- A meeting with Santa Claus prepared especially for each family.
- Personalized preparation the day before with each child’s first name and a small anecdote.
- A calm, family-friendly and authentic atmosphere in the heart of the Lapland forest.
- Located in Sonka, near Rovaniemi.
- Possibility to add photos, a plush toy offered by Santa Claus and children’s mini snowmobiles.
Book your meeting with Santa Claus
Time slots are limited to preserve the quality of each meeting. Book your visit to Santa Forest and prepare a magical memory for your children.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Santa Forest located?
Santa Forest is located in Sonka, near Rovaniemi. For visitors who already know Santa Claus Village, the drive is about 25 minutes by car.
What is the booking contribution?
A €5 booking contribution per family or group is requested to guarantee your time slot and prepare your personalized visit.
How is the meeting personalized?
The day before your visit, we contact you on WhatsApp to learn the children’s first names and a small anecdote. Santa Claus uses these details naturally during the meeting.
How long does the meeting last?
The meeting lasts on average 10 to 15 minutes per family, to keep the moment calm, personalized and magical.
Can we take photos?
Photos are allowed outside, in the Santa Forest setting. Personal photos are not allowed inside Santa’s cabin.
Can we add an activity for the children?
Yes, you can add an electric mini snowmobile activity for children, a souvenir photo or a plush toy offered by Santa Claus, depending on the available options.
Santa Forest is a family experience in Rovaniemi, Finnish Lapland, designed for families who want to enjoy a personalized meeting with Santa Claus in a natural and preserved environment.