Sámi Reindeer Camp Visit & Northern Lights Experience

General information

Visit a Sámi reindeer camp and join a guided Northern Lights chase from Tromsø, with reindeer, joik, a warming bonfire and refreshments.

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 stories and insights into their culture, and you will experience joik, a traditional Sámi vocal tradition.

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 an area with suitable conditions for looking for the Northern Lights, where you can watch the night sky surrounded by Arctic nature.

During the evening, gather around a bonfire and enjoy warm vegetarian soup, hot drinks and biscuits. 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 reindeer herding 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 biscuits are included.

Please bring:
• At least two warm layers of clothing
• Sturdy, warm winter boots
• Hat and gloves or mittens

Meeting time and place: 4:20 PM (16:20) at Tromsø Havn Prostneset Bus Terminal, Samuel Arnesens gate 5, 9008 Tromsø. From 7 March 2027, 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 times:
• 4:30 PM (16:30) until 6 March 2027
• 5:00 PM (17:00) from 7 March 2027

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 toilet 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.
• Please arrive at the specified meeting time to ensure a punctual departure.

Prices from

1790 NOK per person

• - Adult 13+ years NOK 1795
• - Child 3-12 years NOK 895