Reindeer Experience, Sami Culture, and Short Reindeer Sledding Tour from Tromso

Summary Description

At your preselected time, meet the rest of your group in downtown Tromso. Board the coach and settle in for the journey out of Tromso and into the Arctic countryside.

Upon arrival at the reindeer camp, meet your herder-guide and the animals. Take the opportunity to feed the reindeer under the guide's supervision. Afterward, board a sled pulled by reindeer and embark upon a thrilling ride across the snow.

Next, it's time to head inside the cozy lavvu. Warm up with a hot drink as you hear stories about the culture of the indigenous Sámi people. Savor a delicious meal of traditional Sámi soup (bidos) and cake as your hosts introduce you to the joik.

Afterward, return to Tromso, where your tour concludes with a drop-off back at the original departure point.

Highlights
  • Enjoy a thrilling reindeer-pulled sled ride and feed the animals
  • Savor a delicious home-cooked, traditional Sámi meal
  • Round-trip transportation from Tromso included
Description

Enjoy your half-day tour as you invited by Sámi people to partake in their traditions. This tour takes you to a reindeer camp outside of Tromso, where you meet the animals, feed them, and then embark on a sled ride. Afterward, you gather insider a lavvu (traditional Sámi dwelling) for a delicious meal with enlightening conversation about the indigenous people of Northern Norway and to hear joik (traditional song).

Included / Excluded
  • Pickup and drop-off at designated meeting points
  • Transportation to camp
  • Guide
  • 10 to 15-minute reindeer sleigh ride
  • Snacks
  • Coffee and/or Tea
  • Lunch
  • Use of warm overalls
  • Entry/Admission - Tromso
  • Anything not covered in Inclusions
Important Information
Know Before You Book
  • Duration: 4h
  • Mobile tickets accepted
  • Instant confirmation
Cancellation

Cancellation Cutoff: 24 hours

Cancellation Notes: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

Additional Information

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
What to bring or wear: Warm clothes (at least two layers), gloves, hat, and good winter boots
Vegetarian option available
Not wheelchair accessible
Stroller accessible
Service animals allowed
Infant seats available
Most travelers can participate
This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 70 travelers

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What is the Reindeer Experience, Sami Culture, and Short Reindeer Sledding Tour from Tromso cancellation policy?

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Reindeer Experience, Sami Culture, and Short Reindeer Sledding Tour from Tromso cancellation policy: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

Which company provides Reindeer Experience, Sami Culture, and Short Reindeer Sledding Tour from Tromso?

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Reindeer Experience, Sami Culture, and Short Reindeer Sledding Tour from Tromso is hosted by Tromso Arctic Reindeer. Read reviews, discover additonal experiences or contact on Tripadvisor.

How much is Reindeer Experience, Sami Culture, and Short Reindeer Sledding Tour from Tromso?

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Reindeer Experience, Sami Culture, and Short Reindeer Sledding Tour from Tromso price starts from $152.76.

What time does Reindeer Experience, Sami Culture, and Short Reindeer Sledding Tour from Tromso start?

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Reindeer Experience, Sami Culture, and Short Reindeer Sledding Tour from Tromso will start at 10:00 AM.

Operated by:

Tromso Arctic Reindeer

About operator:

Tromsø Arctic Reindeer Experience is a complete Sami Reindeer experience carried out by traditional Sami Reindeer Herders within a 30 minute drive of Tromsø. We offer a number of packages but with all you will be hosted by Reindeer herders who will show and teach you about Reindeer herding and Sami culture. We have thousands of reindeer in the mountains and a herd of around 200 Reindeer at the camp so you are guaranteed to experience the joy of being close to these wonderful creatures, the feeling of coming into a warm lavvu (Sami tent) and the sounds of the traditional joik (Sami singing). This is a ritual which for us is an important way of life and it is our pleasure and aim to let you feel and experience it. We look forward to welcoming you.

Basic Information
  • Duration: 4 hours
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