Snowshoeing with Reindeer

Guests on a snowshoe tour
Guests on a snowshoe tour
Preparing bidos. Traditional reindeer stew
Preparing bidos. Traditional reindeer stew
Reindeer
Prices from

1990 NOK

per person

Meet and feed reindeer near Tromsø before exploring the Arctic landscape on snowshoes and enjoying a traditional hot lunch.

General information

This tour is operated by Tromsø Arctic Reindeer.

Travel from Tromsø to a reindeer camp surrounded by Arctic nature. Before setting out on snowshoes, you will have the opportunity to meet and feed the reindeer.

You will be provided with snowshoes and poles before joining a guided 1–1.5-hour hike through the snow-covered hills near the camp. No previous snowshoeing experience is required, but a reasonable level of fitness is recommended as this is a physical outdoor activity.

After the hike, warm up around the fire inside a traditional gamme and enjoy a hot lunch with hot drinks, cake and cookies.

Minimum age to participate: 8 years

Included:

• Return transport from Tromsø
• Visit to the reindeer camp
• Opportunity to meet and feed the reindeer
• Snowshoes and poles
• Guided 1–1.5-hour snowshoe hike
• Traditional hot lunch
• Hot drinks, cake and cookies

Food and drinks: A traditional hot lunch, hot drinks, cake and cookies are included. A gluten-free alternative is 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: Medium. No previous snowshoeing experience is required, but a reasonable level of fitness is recommended.

Departure time and place: 10 AM (10:00) or 1 PM (13:00) from the bus terminal at Tromsø Havn Prostneset, Samuel Arnesens gate 5, Tromsø

Meeting time: 15 minutes before departure

Duration: Approx. 4 hours, including transport

Prices from

1990 NOK per person

  • Prices may vary during the season.
  • Adult NOK 1990
  • Child 8–12 years NOK 895

Facilities

  • Family-friendly
  • Allergy-friendly
  • English
  • Bus (up to 50 passengers)
  • Vegetarian options
  • Morning (05:00–11:59)
  • Medium
  • Toilet on the bus
  • A light meal
  • 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