Reindeer Sledding Excursions in Tromsø

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Activity Snapshot

Fitness level: Everybody welcome
Duration: from 3.5 hrs to 4 hrs
Spoken languages: English, French, German
Minimum age: From 6 years-old and up
Cancellation policy: flexible More info
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Activity description

Looking for an authentic Norwegian experience? Want to try something completely different? Join along an adventurous reindeer sledding trip followed by a taste of local culture, in Tromsø!

The Sami people, the original inhabitants of Scandinavia, have been living side by side with reindeer for centuries. This is your chance to have a taste of this amazing culture. From the moment you arrive at the reindeer camp, you'll be warmly welcomed by the reindeer herders, who will teach you about these amazing animals and their role in Sami culture. At the camp, you'll spot a herd of over 300 reindeer and another 1000 or so in the mountains running free!

In winter, you're guaranteed to have one of the most amazing experiences of your life! You'll be really close to the reindeers and you'll also get to stay warm in a lavvu, a traditional Sami tent as you listen to the traditional joik, Sami singing! Choose between a short or a long trip and prepare for an authentic adventure in the Norwegian wilderness! In both cases, you'll be picked up from Tromso and be driven to the reindeer camp, 25 min. from the city.

The first thing you'll do after arriving at the camp and being welcomed is feed the reindeer. Over 300 reindeer will quickly surround you, some might even get so comfortable with your presence that they'll eat right from your hand! Then, in a different area, you'll be taught how to use the lasso and you'll practice this new skill on a target resembling a reindeer.

Then the main event will be next! You'll be able to ride a sled with a capacity of 2 people being pulled by a reindeer! The short option will include a 10-15 min. ride, whereas the long option will include around 30 min. ride. After this amazing experience, you'll be invited to a gamme or a lavvu where you'll have something to eat and get warm as you enjoy some traditional joik singing!

By the end of your excursion, you'll feel like a Sami! A 25 min. ride back to Tromsø will allow soaking in an incredible day in the wild!

Offers

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Short Reindeer Sledding
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Course of events

- Please arrive at the meeting point in Tromsø 15 minutes in advance

- Meet your guide

- Bus transfer to the reindeer camp (25-minute drive)

- Arrival at the reindeer camp

- The adventure begins! (10-15 minute Reindeer Sledding) 

- Feed the reindeer

- Warm drinks and snacks in a traditional Sami hut

- Storytelling of Sami Culture and a joik performance (traditional Sami
folk song)

- Transfer back to Tromsø

Activity requirements

- Minors are required to have a written authorization from their parents.

Special terms

* A locally produced lunch is served in a Sami hut, which is a traditional reindeer stew named ''bidos''. Please specify upon booking if a vegetarian, vegan, or gluten-free meal should be prepared instead.

Do not forget to bring
  • Warm clothes
  • Sunscreen
  • Sunglasses
  • Gloves and hat
Sensation Level:

Chill

Fitness level:

Everybody welcome

Duration:

3.5 hrs

Minimum age:

From 6 years-old and up

Meeting point:

In front of the Rorbua Pub, Samuel Arnesens gate, 9008 Tromsø, Norway (next to Radisson Blu Hotel)

Included:
  • Transportation
  • Warm overalls and boots if needed
  • Warm lunch, coffee, and snacks
2
Long Reindeer Sledding
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Course of events

- Please arrive at the meeting point in Tromsø 15 minutes in advance

- Meet your guide

- Bus transfer to the reindeer camp (25-minute drive)

- Arrival at the reindeer camp

- The adventure begins! (30-minute Reindeer Sledding) 

- Feed the reindeer

- Warm drinks and snacks in a traditional Sami hut

- Storytelling of Sami Culture and a joik performance (traditional Sami
folk song)

- Transfer back to Tromsø

Activity requirements

- Minors are required to have a written authorization from their parents.

Special terms

* A locally produced lunch is served in a Sami hut, which is a traditional reindeer stew named ''bidos''. Please specify upon booking if a vegetarian, vegan, or gluten-free meal should be prepared instead. 

Do not forget to bring
  • Warm clothes
  • Sunscreen
  • Sunglasses
  • Gloves and hat
Sensation Level:

Adventurous

Fitness level:

Everybody welcome

Duration:

4 hrs

Minimum age:

From 6 years-old and up

Meeting point:

In front of the Rorbua Pub, Samuel Arnesens gate, 9008 Tromsø, Norway (next to Radisson Blu Hotel)

Included:
  • Transportation
  • Warm overalls and boots if needed
  • Warm lunch, coffee, and snacks
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Meeting point

In front of the Rorbua Pub, Samuel Arnesens gate, 9008 Tromsø, Norway (next to Radisson Blu Hotel) Get directions

Cancellation policy

Cancellation 4 days or more prior to the agreed activity date
You will be automatically refunded for the full amount for the activity
4 days
Cancellation between 48 and 96 hours prior to the agreed activity date
You are entitled to a 50% refund
48 hrs
Cancellation 48 hours or later prior to the agreed activity date
No refund will be possible
Weather Guarantee
Regardless of the date, if the activity is cancelled due to bad weather conditions, you will be offered a refund or the chance to reschedule

Reviews

Average rating
4.9 / 5
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  • 5 / 5

I thought this was a very unique way to see the Arctic and would do it again. I especially enjoyed feeding the reindeer and soaking in the area.

  • 5 / 5

Alles war toll, nur die Organisation der Busabfahrt in Tromsö könnte besser organisiert werden

  • 5 / 5

Très agréable

  • 5 / 5

Der Besuch war ein unvergessliches Erlebnis. Toll organisiert und sehr freundlich

  • 5 / 5

Visiting a Sami reindeer farm in Norway was an unforgettable adventure. From gliding through the snow on a reindeer-drawn sleigh to feeding these majestic creatures, every moment was magical. The opportunity to immerse myself in Sami culture while surrounded by the stunning Norwegian landscape made this experience truly extraordinary. I highly recommend it to anyone seeking an authentic and memorable encounter with nature and tradition.

  • 5 / 5

Exceeded my expectations

  • 5 / 5

Das Füttern der Rentiere war lustig und es war sehr interessant die Tiere aus der Nähe zu sehen (die Eigenheiten und Unterschiede). Das Schlittenfahren war ebenfalls interessant, ist aber schwer abschätzbar, ob es für die Tiere Stress bedeutet - wäre also auch verzichtbar.

  • 5 / 5

Reindeer feeding and sleigh ride were amazing.

  • 5 / 5

We really enjoyed this tour. It is very nice to spend time feeding the massive amount of reindeers. And very nice of them to keep track and make sure to make it to the sledding as well, cause it was easy to lose track of time with the feeding.

  • 4.8 / 5

Feeding the reindeer was a lot of fun and gave us a chance to see the animals (and their personalities) up close. The sledding itself was a bit anticlimactic but still a different experience. Five stars to our young Sami guide who gave us a great intro to Sami culture after lunch

  • 5 / 5

The reindeer experience was well organised and it was great fun.

  • 5 / 5

Although there wasn't enough snow on the ground to do the sledding, the day of spending time with the reindeers feeding them + the Sami culture talk and meal was amazing. All the staff were great and the location was beautiful. Highly recommend it!

  • 5 / 5

Es war schön die Rentiere zu füttern und die Schlittenfahrt war auch wundervoll. Das Mittagessen war sehr lecker

  • 5 / 5

Une excursion détente , en lien avec la nature

  • 5 / 5

Füttern der Rentiere war ein ein schönes Erlebnis

  • 4 / 5

Die Rentiere sind wundervoll und das Team / die Samis auch. Nur die Schlittenfahrt an sich fanden wir etwas langweilig, weil sie nur um den Weideplatz herumging und nicht eine Tour durch die Natur war.

  • 5 / 5

Very good

  • 5 / 5

Très bonne activité sauf pas de ballade en traîneau par manque de neige

  • 4 / 5

It was nice experience. There are a lot of visitors at the same time which takes away from the experience and the sleigh ride is just in a circle on the property. But other than that, being up close with the reindeer was wonderful and I loved learning about Sami culture

  • 5 / 5

This was one of the highlights of our trip to Tromso. The guide was wonderful and it was so fun to feed the reindeer and go on a relaxing sleigh ride. Learning more about the Sami people was great as well. We would really recommend it to anyone.

  • 5 / 5

It's a fun-filled activity where my partner and I enjoyed a lot! This amazing experience is totally worth its price!!!