Sami Reindeer Tour: Feed and Learn with Herders

Embark on an authentic Sami adventure on Kvaløya Island. Join a small group tour and experience the majestic mountains, arctic fjords, and the wonder of Sami reindeer herding. Feed the reindeer by hand, gather in a traditional Sami lavvo for Joik, and indulge in a delicious meal at Sommarøy Arctic Hotel.

Duration: 6 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Kvaloya - The journey begins with a bus tour on Kvaløya, an island encircled by stunning mountains and Arctic fjords. Passengers will delight in the scenic views along the coastal road as the drive progresses. There will be stops at select locations to fully appreciate the breathtaking landscapes.
  • Kattfjord skole - Experience a visit to the…
What's Included
  • Warm thermal suite included for comfort
  • Complimentary tea and coffee
  • Dinner provided
Additional Information

Wondering Reindeer is a Sami reindeer experience company that offers guests genuine Sami adventures. They provide a small group tour (22 people) around Kvaløya island, featuring stunning mountains and arctic fjords. During the island tour, guests will accompany a Sami reindeer herder and his reindeer as he feeds these magnificent creatures.
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Location
Fredrik Langes gate 2
Fredrik Langes gate
Bus stopp outside Scandic Ishavshotel Tromso city center. Look for a guide with Sami traditional clothing
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Brianna_d
Mar 31, 2025
Authentic experience. Loved it! - What I loved most about this experience was that it was a small group and it felt like a very authentic experience, not overly touristy. Our guide was so nice, and the day was very well structured. It didn’t feel rushed. Getting to interact with the reindeer and learn about the Sami culture was so special! And the islands we visited were so beautiful.
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Ruiliang
Mar 28, 2025
Good experience with local Sami guide - Beautiful experience, with actual Sami guide. Really wonderful experience feeding the reindeers and listening to stories from actual Sami people.
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Abigail
Mar 26, 2025
So good I downloaded TripAdvisor just to give them 5 stars! - We got lost on the way to the meeting spot, but that was my fault for relying on Google maps and having a terrible sense of direction. Luckily, our tour guide actually called me to ask where I was and led me back to the meeting spot. We left pretty much on time, and hit the ground running. Olle (I might have misspelled it so I'm sorry but that's what it sounded like) was very good at informing us about Sami culture and history while we drove to several stopping points before we got to the reindeer. We stopped at a hotel in Sommarøy to use the restrooms and get some water and coffee. Some people got the chance to put on snow suits, but I felt confident enough in my clothing to not need it. Once we were back in the van, he kept speaking to us about the Nordic and Sami cultures and even spoke a bit of Sami language to us. We got to the reindeer area, which was not fenced in, so it was truly magical to see "wild" reindeer come running down the mountain at the sound of the bell! The reindeer herder (I apologize but I forgot his name) gave all of us food and instructions on how to feed the reindeer safely (be careful with your eyes!). The reindeer were very friendly and walked all around us the entire time, which was truly a wonderful experience! After feeding them for maybe an hour or so, we went into a Lavu tent, where our two guides provided us with hot chocolate, tea and biscuits! As we sat around the fire on reindeer pelts, we were told more about the Sami culture and how reindeer herding works. We learned about our hosts' families and traditions as well. After we finished our beverages, Olle took us back to Sommarøy to eat lunch, which was a very good buffet. We got the chance to speak and meet with other people on the tour, and afterwards, went out to the deck to take some pictures of the beautiful landscape. I truly enjoyed myself, and I would 100% recommend this to anyone who would love to meet some awesome reindeer and learn about Sami culture.
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Lily_h
Mar 25, 2025
Extraordinary experience - It was a great experience. Although we faced a bad weather, our tour guide could find a good place to take a picture. He provided us with thermal suit so everyone was comfortable and warmth with the weather. It was nice experience in feeding the rain deer and got to know sami culture. The lunch was good. Really recommend this tour.
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Sarah
Mar 25, 2025
Bucket list moment - Unforgettable experience with good tour guidance. At the reindeer farm was left free space and you could ask questions at any time. Tour in minibus with 20 people, not crowded, perfect!
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M6420gbdeniseb
Mar 24, 2025
Sami Reindeer Trip - We really enjoyed this fantastic tour! The Sami guide (apologies we can't remember his name!) was very friendly and informative, and we loved learning about the culture from him. We stopped at some beautiful places on the trip and got to take in the stunning views without feeling rushed. Meeting and feeding the reindeer was a highlight of the tour, with the added bonus of experiencing Sami culture in the tent. Our guide even sang his traditional songs for us which was a privilege. We stopped at Sommarøy Arctic Hotel for lunch. We expected a small buffet but were treated to a delicious meal, with lots of local options. The hotel was also in a lovely setting. All in all, we had a brilliant time and would recommend this tour for anyone wanting to explore the Fjords and meet sweet reindeers!
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Szalaiaeron
Mar 24, 2025
Wonderful experience! - It was a wonderful experience. Our guide - a real Sami person - was very kind and knowledgable. We had a wonderful day in nature, also spend some time with reindeers and had a great lunch as well. Highly recommended!
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Karen_z
Mar 23, 2025
Such a good day trip! - The mountain and beach stops are so beautiful and it was really fun to see the reindeer! And the buffet lunch at the hotel was yummy! Overall it was a lovely day to get out and explore :)
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T8060kfcarinas
Mar 21, 2025
Great day trip - The day was great! Ole explains everything about Sami traditions very well. Authentic and not at all "touristic", I loved that! The scenery is breathtakingly beautiful and the time with the reindeer unforgettable. I can recommend it to everyone!
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Sue
Mar 20, 2025
HIGHLY RECOMMENDED - Really fantastic experience, all well organized! Our Sami guide was really very good and the places are gorgeous! Really an experience to do!
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From $268
up to 15 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).