Evening Reindeer Sledding and Sámi Dinner

By Tromsø Arctic Reindeer
Reindeer and sled in a snowy winter landscape under the Northern Lights at Tromsø Arctic Reindeer near Tromsø.
Tromsø Arctic Reindeer
Reindeer in a snowy landscape beneath the Northern Lights at Tromsø Arctic Reindeer.
Tromsø Arctic Reindeer
Interior of a traditional lavvu with a wood-burning stove and seating at Tromsø Arctic Reindeer.
Tromsø Arctic Reindeer
Traditional lavvu with a fireplace and seating during a Sámi cultural experience at Tromsø Arctic Reindeer.
Tromsø Arctic Reindeer
Guests gathered inside a lavvu for Sámi storytelling and a cultural experience at Tromsø Arctic Reindeer.
Tromsø Arctic Reindeer
Guests travelling by reindeer sled through a snowy landscape under the Northern Lights with Tromsø Arctic Reindeer near Tromsø.
Tromsø Arctic Reindeer
Prices from

2090 NOK

per person

Enjoy evening reindeer sledding near Tromsø, feed the reindeer and learn about Sámi culture over a traditional three-course dinner, with the chance to see the Northern Lights.

General information

This tour is operated by Tromsø Arctic Reindeer.

Travel from Tromsø to a reindeer camp surrounded by Arctic nature. After a 25-minute bus journey, you will meet a herd of around 300 reindeer and have the opportunity to feed them.

The experience includes a 15–20-minute reindeer sledding ride around the camp. Afterwards, warm up inside a candlelit gamme, a traditional Sámi hut, where a three-course dinner and hot drinks will be served.

During the evening, your Sámi hosts will share stories about Sámi culture, history and life as a reindeer herder. You will also experience joik, a traditional form of Sámi singing.

You can spend time outdoors looking for the Northern Lights if the sky is clear. However, the aurora is a natural phenomenon, and sightings cannot be guaranteed.

Minimum age to participate: None

Included:

• Return transport from Tromsø
• Visit to the reindeer camp
• Opportunity to feed the reindeer
• 15–20-minute reindeer sledding ride
• Three-course dinner
• Hot drinks and cookies
• Stories about Sámi culture and reindeer herding
• Joik performance
• Opportunity to look for the Northern Lights

Food and drinks: A three-course dinner is included. The meal consists of cold-smoked salmon, followed by bidos, a traditional Sámi reindeer stew served with Sámi bread, and a chocolate and blueberry dessert. Coffee, tea and hot chocolate are also included. Vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free alternatives are available. Please provide details of any food allergies or dietary requirements when booking.

Please bring: At least two layers of warm clothing, a warm hat, mittens and winter boots

Level of difficulty: Easy

Departure time and place: 6 PM (18:00) from the bus terminal at Tromsø Havn Prostneset, Samuel Arnesens gate 5, Tromsø

Meeting time: 15 minutes before departure

Duration: Approx. 4.5 hours, including transport

Important information:

• The Northern Lights are a natural phenomenon and cannot be guaranteed.

• Parts of the experience take place outdoors. Dress for cold and changing winter conditions.

• Please inform the operator about any allergies or dietary requirements when booking.

Prices from

2090 NOK per person

  • Prices may vary depending on the season.
  • Adult from NOK 2090
  • Child 3–12 from NOK 1045
  • Child 0–2 Free

Facilities

  • Bonfire
  • Allergy-friendly
  • English
  • Bus (up to 50 passengers)
  • Vegetarian options
  • Evening (17:00–23:59)
  • Easy
  • Toilet on the bus
  • A light meal
  • Northern lights experience
  • Vegan options
  • 3-5 hours

About Tromsø Arctic Reindeer

Tromsø Arctic Reindeer is run by the Oskal family, who have lived and worked with reindeer in the Tromsø region for generations.


Tromsø Arctic Reindeer invites guests to learn about Sámi culture, history and reindeer-herding traditions. The Oskal family shares stories and knowledge from a way of life shaped by reindeer and the relationship between people, animals and nature.



During the tours, guests can spend time close to the reindeer, step inside a warm lavvu and experience traditional Sámi food, joik and storytelling. The content of each experience varies, so please check the individual tour page for full details.



Please contact us in advance if you have dietary requirements, accessibility needs or questions about participating in a particular activity.


Visit Tromsø
Phone: +47 776 10 000
Email: [email protected]
Tromsø Arctic Reindeer
Phone: +47 406 11 448
Email: [email protected]
Web: https://www.tromsoarcticreindeer.com/
Ametystvegen 2, 9022 Krokelvdalen