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Reindeer Camp Experience: Sami Culture and Sled Ride
4.7
550 Ratings
Tromsø
Experience the rich Sami culture and enjoy a thrilling reindeer sled ride on this 4-hour tour from Tromsø. Feed reindeer, indulge in a hot meal, and listen to captivating stories around the campfire.
Experience the rich Sami culture and enjoy a thrilling reindeer sled ride on this 4-hour tour from Tromsø. Feed reindeer, indulge in a hot meal, and listen to captivating stories around the campfire.
Duration:
4 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Tromsø - Begin the journey at the Prostneset bus terminal and enjoy a scenic 25-minute bus ride along Tromsø’s beautiful coastline to reach the Sami camp, where the reindeer and guides will be ready to welcome you.
- Tromsø Arctic Reindeer - Delight in a 10-15 minute sleigh ride as the reindeer lead you through the valley and along the coast….
- Tromsø - Begin the journey at the Prostneset bus terminal and enjoy a scenic 25-minute bus ride along Tromsø’s beautiful coastline to reach the Sami camp, where the reindeer and guides will be ready to welcome you.
- Tromsø Arctic Reindeer - Delight in a 10-15 minute sleigh ride as the reindeer lead you through the valley and along the coast. Following the ride, you’ll have the chance to feed 300 of these majestic creatures before entering the gamme for a warm traditional meal prepared over the fire. Conclude the day by gathering around the fire to hear Sami history, stories, and joiking (songs).
- Tromsø - Return to the city center. The bus will drop you off at the same location where you initially met the guides at the start of the tour.
What's Included
- Pickup and drop-off at designated meeting points
- Transportation to camp
- Guide
- 10 to 15-minute reindeer sleigh ride
- Lunch
- Snacks
- Tea and coffee
- Pickup and drop-off at designated meeting points
- Transportation to camp
- Guide
- 10 to 15-minute reindeer sleigh ride
- Lunch
- Snacks
- Tea and coffee
What's Not Included
- Anything not covered in Inclusions
- Baby car seats on the bus (only booster seats are available)
- Anything not covered in Inclusions
- Baby car seats on the bus (only booster seats are available)
Additional Information
Join a 4-hour excursion to a reindeer camp near Tromsø, where you can immerse yourself in Sami culture. Experience the joy of feeding a herd of 300 reindeer, enjoy a 10-15-minute reindeer sled ride, and then relax inside a Sami tent. Here, savor a hot meal while listening to captivating stories about Sami traditions around the campfire. Additionally, a…
Join a 4-hour excursion to a reindeer camp near Tromsø, where you can immerse yourself in Sami culture. Experience the joy of feeding a herd of 300 reindeer, enjoy a 10-15-minute reindeer sled ride, and then relax inside a Sami tent. Here, savor a hot meal while listening to captivating stories about Sami traditions around the campfire. Additionally, a guide will perform a joik, a traditional Sami folk song.
- What to bring or wear: Warm clothes (at least two layers), gloves, hat, and good winter boots
- Vegetarian / vegan option available
- Gluten free option available
Location
Bus Terminal
- Pick up 9.40 (morning tour) / 12.40 (afternoon tour) at the bus terminal at Tromsø Havn Prostneset.
- If you enter the terminal via the main entrance opposite to Clarion the Edge, please walk through the building to the other entrance.
- Our guides wear blue jackets.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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(550 Ratings)
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Markas7799jf
Mar 4, 2025
Wonderful insight into Sami life - From the moment we arrived, we were made so welcome by the Sami people, they were so friendly. The sledding and feeding was very enjoyable, the reindeer are such beautiful creatures. Afterwards we were treated to hot chocolate and cookies, before being served reindeer and vegetable stews. Both were so tasty. After the meal concluded we were entertained with songs and stories of Sami life, it was such a warming experience. One of our party was celebrating a birthday and so many people, Sami and visitors, wished her a happy birthday. Sue was surprised by a very thoughtful and unexpected gift by our host. Such a lovely afternoon, very much recommended.
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Kirsten_l
Feb 28, 2025
Very enjoyable day - Unfortunately the sledding part of the trip was cancelled due to the weather but that couldn’t be helped and it was still a great day. We enjoyed feeding the reindeer and learning more about the Sami culture in a really cosy lavu.
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Sukanta_j
Feb 16, 2025
Must do activity and well organised - It’s a life time experience. Well organised and must do activity in Tromso. Learn more about Sami Culture and participate in multiple activities. Must recommend from my side.
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Jean-louis
Feb 5, 2025
Visit of reindeer husbandry - A good discovery of the Sami people and their culture we were not able to take the sleigh ride due to bad weather but it did not ruin our day and we were reimbursed immediately by the claimant in summary a beautiful experience faithful to the description
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Rebecca_g
Feb 1, 2025
Really excellent... - Really excellent experience! Learning about the Sami culture in addition to getting to meet and feed the reindeer just made this a really great experience. Highly recommend!
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561suelenc
Mar 16, 2025
Nice arctic experience. - Despite the snow storm, we had a great experience. Everyone is very welcoming, there is plenty of time to feed the reindeers and we learned a lot about the Sami culture. Lunch was great in a cozy tent.
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Roam65768305430
Feb 22, 2025
Great day for racing animals and experience with Sami culture - The organization of the trip was very good. We also liked the combination with the experience of the racing animals as well as the information about the Sami culture.
In particular, I liked that it was authentic. It is very 'turistic' but authentic and organized to preserve the herd. Personally, I would prefer a slightly smaller 'travel group', but I have to confess that in the end you didn't notice much of the group.
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Nouvh0
Feb 4, 2025
Reidier cudles - Great rendier encounter and feeding. The Sami guide was very nice and the dinner was in a Great traditional atmosphere.
We did not go sledding due to the weather, but even so I recommand this trip
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Manish_v
Feb 26, 2025
Great place but they cancel sledging regularly - Amazing farm with lots of reindeer , friendly staff . Saying that it is too close to the city, this leads to sledging getting cancelled regularly . My friends did another tour and they were able to do sledging over 2 days but our guys cancelled
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Vdrbo
Feb 20, 2025
Fascinating Sami culture but disappointing reindeer experience - This trip was by far the least interesting part of our visit to Tromso.
Firstly, I didn't expect to be in such a large group. There were 4 massive coaches all full!
On arrival to the camp, the setting was quite disappointing, obviously purposely set up just for tourtist, nothing authentic, apart from the costumes from the Sami people on site.
Our group was first to go Reindeer sledging. This was extremely disappointing as all the sledges were tied together with reindeer in front of each, and one person walking ahead. So it didn't feel like sledding but like being paraded around very slowly. Maybe if they were to change the trip to include you taking the reindeer for a walk, like herding, it would be more interesting.
The reindeer feeding was not enjoyable for us as the animals felt a bit aggressive even though they're harmless. A bit more on hand support from the guides would have been helpful.
As the camp was fairly close to the sea, the wind blew strong, so their extensive provision of hot drinks in the cabins with the ope fire was very welcome. The reindeer stew was nice.
The best part was by far the session where we learnt about Sami culture and the singing at the end. It was all very interesting amd heart warming.
If you have an option only for the last bit, then definitely book that part only.
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