Experience Sami Culture - daytime visit winter - Skibotn

About us

Skibotn Hotel in collaboration with "Lyngen Sami Camp" invites you into their large lavvo.

Here you will be taken on a magical journey through Sami storytelling, performed by Sami people in traditional dress "kofte".

You will also experience the fascinating art form joik, which conveys culture and tradition in a moving way.

To warm you up in the atmospheric lavvo, we serve campfire coffee and a selection of hot and cold drinks.

This is a unique opportunity to get up close to Sami history, culture and traditions in a pleasant and warm atmosphere.

It will also be a golden opportunity to see reindeer up close, pet and feed them, and take photos together.

Practical information:

Season: 15.oct. - 31.march

Number of participants: 2 - 50

Duration: Approximately 1.5 hours

Difficulty: Easy - can be adapted for wheelchairs

Booking: At least 48 hours before arrival

Meeting time: 10.50 (10.50 AM)

Meeting location: Lavvo outside Skibotn Hotel

If you need transportation from Tromsø (extra cost):

Arctic Route departs at 09:00 AM from Tromsø bus terminal (Prostneset).

Look for the Arctic Route bus heading towards Storslett. The journey takes you through beautiful Arctic landscapes before arriving at Skibotn around 10:50 AM.

Return departure is at 03:35 PM, arriving back in Tromsø at 05:35 PM.

If you travel with Arctic Route to visit us, you’ll have approximately 3 hours of free time. You can relax in our cozy lounge, buy some lunch in our cozy restaurant, explore the beautiful surrounding area on your own or with a local guide (extra cost).

Ticket for the Arctic Route can be booked here