Urban experiences meet raw Arctic nature
Sámi Reindeer Camp Visit & Northern Lights Chase from Tromsø
1950 NOK
per person
Visit a Sámi reindeer camp and join a guided Northern Lights chase from Tromsø, with reindeer, joik, a warming bonfire and refreshments.
General information
This tour is operated by Tromsø Arctic Reindeer.
Join an evening experience from Tromsø that combines a visit to a traditional Sámi reindeer camp with a guided Northern Lights chase through the Arctic landscape.
Your evening begins with a transfer from Tromsø to a Sámi reindeer camp, where you will meet the herd and learn about Sámi culture and reindeer herding traditions. During your visit, your Sámi hosts share insights into their culture, and you will experience joik, a traditional form of Sámi singing.
After the camp visit, the journey continues into the Arctic wilderness aboard a heated minibus with a dedicated Northern Lights guide. Your guide takes you to a location where you can watch the night sky and look for the Northern Lights in peaceful natural surroundings.
During the evening, gather around a bonfire and enjoy warm vegetarian soup, hot drinks and cookies. There will be time to take in the atmosphere and look for the Northern Lights, with photography assistance from your guide. Tripods and professional photography are included.
After an evening of Sámi culture, Arctic scenery and the possibility of seeing the Northern Lights, you will return to Tromsø.
Minimum age: 6 years
Included:
• Return transport from Tromsø
• Visit to a traditional Sámi reindeer camp and encounter with the herd
• Introduction to Sámi culture and traditions
• Joik performance by a Sámi guide
• Guided Northern Lights chase by heated minibus
• Bonfire and opportunity to look for the Northern Lights
• Professional photography
• Tripods
• Thermal suit (sizes XS–XXXL)
Food and drinks: Vegetarian soup, hot drinks and cookies are included.
Please bring:
• Warm clothing, preferably in several layers
• Sturdy, warm winter boots
• Hat and gloves
Meeting time and place: 4:20 PM (16:20) at Tromsø Havn Prostneset Bus Terminal, Samuel Arnesens gate 5, 9008 Tromsø. From 7 March, the meeting time is 4:50 PM (16:50).
The guides wear blue jackets with the Tromsø Arctic Reindeer logo and will meet guests outside the terminal.
Departure time:
• 4:30 PM (16:30) until 6 March
• 5:00 PM (17:00) from 7 March
Duration: Approximately 8–9 hours, including return transport from Tromsø.
Important information:
• The Northern Lights are a natural phenomenon and sightings cannot be guaranteed.
• Reindeer sledding is not included in this experience.
• Please specify your thermal suit size (XS–XXXL) when booking.
• If travelling with a child aged 6–8, please mention this in the booking comments so the operator can provide a booster seat.
• There is no toilet on board the minibus. Guests can use the restroom facilities at the reindeer camp before the Northern Lights chase.
• Parts of the experience take place outdoors. Dress warmly for cold and changing Arctic winter conditions.
• Please inform the operator of any food allergies or dietary requirements when booking.
Prices from
1950 NOK per person
Facilities
- Family-friendly
- Bonfire
- English
- Photos from the tour
- Tripod
- Afternoon (12:00–16:59)
- Warm clothing
- Vegetarian options
- Minibus (up to 18 passengers)
- Evening (17:00–23:59)
- Easy
- A light meal
- Northern lights chase
- Northern lights experience
- Child car seat
- 8+ 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.
Phone: +47 406 11 448
Email: [email protected]
Web: https://tromsoarcticreindeer.com/
Samuel Arnesens gate 5, 9008 Tromsø