Reindeer Sledding Experience and Sami Culture Tour from Tromso

Summary Description

Meet your guide in central Tromso for your tour and head to a reindeer camp. Hop in a sled pulled by reindeer and ride through the forest for a while until you get to an area with around 300 reindeer. Get out and under the close supervision of your guide, stand with the reindeer and even take part in an optional feeding.

Afterward, head to a lavuu (a Samil tent), and warm up with a coffee and traditional Sami soup while you listen to stories about Sami culture.

Once your tour is over, return to your originals departure point.

Highlights
  • Travel through Tromso’s countryside on a reindeer-drawn sled 
  • Grab a traditional Sami meal by a campfire as you learn about Sami culture 
  • Round-trip transfers from central Tromso included
Description

You can travel through the Tromso countryside on your own, but it wouldn’t be anything like this reindeer sledding and Sami culture tour. The excursion includes a reindeer-drawn sled ride plus a visit to a traditional lavuu (Sami tent) to enjoy a meal and cultural stories. You also get the chance to stand with a herd of 200 reindeer under close supervision from a guide.

Included / Excluded
  • Pickup and drop-off at designated meeting points
  • Transportation to camp
  • Guide
  • 30-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, good winter boots
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

FAQ

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

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

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

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

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

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Reindeer Sledding Experience and Sami Culture Tour from Tromso price starts from $185.52.

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

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

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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