Urban experiences meet raw Arctic nature
Tromsø
Sámi Coffee Ceremony: A Journey into Happiness
Prices from
699 NOK
per person
Experience a traditional Sámi coffee ceremony designed to bring happiness and good fortune.
General information
Through ancient Sámi shamanic practices and Sámi coffee culture, participants enjoy a unique spiritual and cultural journey connected to Northern Norwegian traditions.
The ceremony includes cleansing, the opening of the sacred space, the lighting of the fire, and a guided drum journey. Participants hold coffee grounds or beans during the drum journey to focus on personal happiness and good fortune, which are later offered to the sacred fire.
After the ceremony, participants enjoy traditional Sámi coffee brewed over a fire and shared in the gáfestallan tradition, accompanied by stories and conversation.
Minimum age to participate: 12 years
Included: Drum journey, coffee ceremony, and traditional Sámi coffee tasting
Please bring: Comfortable clothing and an open mind
Number of participants: Min. 1 – Max. 25
Level of difficulty: Very easy
Start time and place: 4 PM (16:00) at the Troll Museum, Kaigata 3, 9008 Tromsø
Duration: Approx. 1.5–2 hours
Prices from
699 NOK per person
Facilities
- English
- Afternoon (12:00–16:59)
- Very easy
- 0-3 hours
About Troll Havn
Explore Sámi culture, Northern Norwegian folklore and storytelling with Troll Havn, with cultural and nature experiences in Tromsø and Vikran.
At Troll Havn, we share stories, traditions and folklore from Northern Norway through small and personal experiences. Our activities take place at two locations: Troll Museum in Tromsø city centre and Troll Havn in Vikran, around 30 km from Tromsø.
At Troll Museum, you can join shorter indoor experiences featuring Sámi storytelling, drumming and a coffee ceremony.
In Vikran, the experiences take you closer to nature. Here, we offer longer programmes in a fjord and mountain setting, combining storytelling around the fire, cultural elements and outdoor activities. Groups are kept small, and the programme varies depending on the experience you choose.
Full-day and weekend programmes at Troll Havn include a warm meal prepared with local and seasonal ingredients. Vegetarian options are available. Programmes at Troll Museum do not normally include a meal.
Accommodation is also available in apartments in Vikran.
Age
- Troll Museum programmes are generally suitable for guests aged 12 and above. Full-day and weekend programmes at Troll Havn are for adults. Age requirements may vary between activities.
Accessibility
- Troll Havn experiences take place partly outdoors and may involve natural terrain. Some activities require a moderate level of fitness. Please contact Troll Havn in advance if you have accessibility requirements.