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Reindeer Sledding & Sami Culture Guided Tour with Hot Drinks & Meal

Reindeer sledding through snowy landscape with Sami culture tent in Tromso, Norway
Tourists enjoying a reindeer sledding experience in Tromso, learning about Sami culture
Guest enjoying a warm drink in a Sami tent after a reindeer sledding tour in Tromso, Norway
Tourists enjoying a reindeer sledding experience in Tromso, learning about Sami culture

Experience an unforgettable Arctic adventure with reindeer sled rides and feeding, traditional Sami meals, and intriguing cultural insights.

Highlights

  • Dive into Arctic life with this comprehensive tour, featuring a scenic ride, interaction with reindeer, and a thrilling sled ride; it's an adventure not to be missed!

  • Enhance your Arctic experience with our all-inclusive package. From essential snowsuits and boots to a delightful hot meal, we've got you covered.

  • Meet, feed, and ride with our friendly reindeer; then retreat to our traditional Sami hut for a hearty meal, making your Arctic journey truly unforgettable.

  • Set against the stunning backdrop of the Lyngen Alps, our Sami camp in Breivikeidet promises a day filled with culture, adventure, and breathtaking views!

  • Fun fact: The Sami people's traditional clothing, known as gákti, varies in color, jewelry, and hat shape, indicating a person's geographical area, family, and marital status.

Inclusions

  • 4.5-hour tour from Tromsø to Breivikeidet

  • Expert English-speaking guide

  • Entry to the fence and feeding the herd on Sami camp

  • 15 to 30-minute sled ride (depending on weather)

  • Snowsuits & boots

  • Round-trip transfers

  • Hot drinks and hot meals (traditional Sámi stew or vegan option)

Cancellation policy

You can cancel these tickets up to 72 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

An Arctic adventure awaits!

Start your journey with a picturesque trip from Tromsø to the heart of the Arctic wilderness. Arrive at a secluded Sami camp where 200 lovely reindeer are excited to meet you. Embrace the thrill of hand-feeding these magnificent creatures and enjoy a 30-minute reindeer sled ride across the tundra, with the stunning Lyngen Alps as your backdrop.

Experience Sami culture

Relish in the warmth of a traditional Sami hut, the Gamme, where a hearty Sami stew or a vegetarian meal awaits you. As you sip on hot drinks, a knowledgeable English-speaking guide will immerse you in the rich history and customs of the Sami culture. Learn about traditional handicrafts, clothing, and the unique form of song - joiking. This cultural adventure will not only offer a taste of the Arctic wilderness but also an insight into the lives of the indigenous Sami people.

Exciting additions

This unique experience includes round-trip scenic transfers from Tromsø, an English-speaking guide who will share captivating stories of Sami culture, an opportunity to feed a herd of reindeer, and a thrilling reindeer sled ride. Wrap up your tour with hot drinks and a traditional Sami meal, served in a characteristic Sami hut. This tour is not just about sightseeing; it's about stepping into the shoes of the Sami people and experiencing their way of life. Come, be a part of this exhilarating Arctic adventure!

Accessibility

  • This experience is pram/stroller accessible.

  • This experience is not accessible by wheelchair.

Additional information

  • The Reindeer Sledding (30 min activity) is subject to good snow conditions and sometimes we have to adjust the duration of this activity. If the weather/snow conditions don't allow us to run the sled ride at all, we will offer you a partial refund. It can change very quickly in the Arctic and sometimes it happens with short notice. The rest of the tour will be held as normal.

  • Dress snugly in warm layers; Arctic Valley is known to have a chilly twist in the weather.

  • Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.

  • Please arrive at the meeting point 15 mins before the scheduled time of your tour to avoid any delays.

  • Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the meeting point

Meeting point

  • Meet your guide in front of Fredrik Langes gate 4.

  • Address: 9008 Tromsø, Norway.

  • Guide Identifier: Your guide will be wearing a blue luhkka (a traditional Sami poncho) with Tromso Lapland logo.

  • Landmark: In front of Radisson Blue hotel.

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