Magical Finland Sleigh Ride! | Reindeer Family and Me | BBC Earth

Gordon goes on his first ever sleigh ride across a frozen lake. Not quite Father Christmas, but an unforgettable experience nevertheless.

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Wildlife cameraman Gordon Buchanan is travelling to the frozen north, deep inside the Arctic Circle, to meet the ancient Sami people and the animals they hold so close - reindeer. Known as the reindeer people, the Sami were traditionally nomadic, relying on their precious animals to help them survive the Arctic's harsh winters. Gordon lives with a Sami family in Finnish Lapland to experience their unique culture and to learn about their special bond with reindeer. He works to earn the trust of his own reindeer companion, before leaving behind his adopted family and setting off alone into this land of ice and snow. With only his reindeer to guide him, but armed with the knowledge of his hosts, Gordon wants to immerse himself in this frozen wilderness and attempt to witness the natural phenomenon the Sami most revere - the magical northern lights.

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[drakestallworth]

It’s all fun and games till it starts flying.

[DipakRathod-xjxr]

If you see the full episode then you will cry. The nature is more beautiful than our thoughts.

[ramimoussi]

Man, this is the cutest racoon-dog I've even seen.

[cupcakecutie]

I know I'm being childish but I'm just waiting for them to fly. 😂😂😂😂😂😂

[JohnnyAngel]

Wonderful animal.
Wonderful tale.
Wonderful music.
I could feel my body start to relax.

[sanebooks]

They look like incredible animals. I would love to be in that ride.

[maryrosekent]

This Californian is so happy to not have to deal with snow on a regular basis! That said, my small Northern Californian coastal town did have an ice storm last year, which was spectacular and short-lived—the perfect combo.

[cintronproductions]

Reindeer in the thumbnail: "They don't pay me enough for this."

[Chikoakane]

THIS IS A BEAUTIFUL COUNTRY I COULD LITERALLY DIE HAPPY THERE

[janethagaman]

What a wonderful experience, amazing animals. I'm so jealous. I'm waiting for the Northern Lights video next.

[guillermoperez]

It's always nice to have an extended Christmas:)
"Magic moment to my heart"

[Tracy-zjsr]

I wanted to love this so much; they're such remarkable animals. But the first reindeer in the line of two was limping at the trot, and both of their head collars seemed so tight that they appeared to be digging into their foreheads. One I saw this, I couldn't enjoy the gorgeous film. I hope I'm wrong on both counts!

[LeonardoandLucasEAM]

wow, amazing! They are beautiful and so strong!

[thomasvetor]

Each reindeer has a crazy rack set ...

[orren]

Is snowflakes dandruff from the gods? Is it chafing from the moon?
Can you hear the melody as it drops?

Severed by branches, spreads white sheet over the land. Gathers on guardian fence, both watches them prepare for journey at hand.

Through nostrils reindeer sniffs in the earth, her antlers tilt over the stars.

Winter shorten the days, dimming light strengthen blueness in her eyes.

[sheilabarron]

The reindeer is So Mystical Beautiful creatures✌💙

[wearevanimals]

Reindeers are amazing. We loved seeing free-roaming reindeers in Scotland. (Vlog on our channel if interested).

[Kent]

Do you suppose that reindeer understands English?😂🤣

[syedmohdgulamasghar]

Beautiful decomantry. In first glance they seem to be so innocent and gentle but they never trust all human.

[christinethornhill]

Gorgeous Gordon, oh sigh ! Some of us would follow him Anywhere, the man is just delightful ❤️