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Reindeer Camp Experience: Sami Culture and Sled Ride
4.7
593 Ratings
Tromsø
Experience the rich Sami culture and enjoy a thrilling reindeer sled ride on this 4-hour tour from Tromsø. Feed reindeer, indulge in a hot meal, and listen to captivating stories around the campfire.
Experience the rich Sami culture and enjoy a thrilling reindeer sled ride on this 4-hour tour from Tromsø. Feed reindeer, indulge in a hot meal, and listen to captivating stories around the campfire.
Duration:
4 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Tromsø - Begin the journey at the Prostneset bus terminal and enjoy a scenic 25-minute bus ride along Tromsø’s beautiful coastline to reach the Sami camp, where the reindeer and guides will be ready to welcome you.
- Tromsø Arctic Reindeer - Delight in a 10-15 minute sleigh ride as the reindeer lead you through the valley and along the coast….
- Tromsø - Begin the journey at the Prostneset bus terminal and enjoy a scenic 25-minute bus ride along Tromsø’s beautiful coastline to reach the Sami camp, where the reindeer and guides will be ready to welcome you.
- Tromsø Arctic Reindeer - Delight in a 10-15 minute sleigh ride as the reindeer lead you through the valley and along the coast. Following the ride, you’ll have the chance to feed 300 of these majestic creatures before entering the gamme for a warm traditional meal prepared over the fire. Conclude the day by gathering around the fire to hear Sami history, stories, and joiking (songs).
- Tromsø - Return to the city center. The bus will drop you off at the same location where you initially met the guides at the start of the tour.
What's Included
- Pickup and drop-off at designated meeting points
- Transportation to camp
- Guide
- 10 to 15-minute reindeer sleigh ride
- Lunch
- Snacks
- Tea and coffee
- Pickup and drop-off at designated meeting points
- Transportation to camp
- Guide
- 10 to 15-minute reindeer sleigh ride
- Lunch
- Snacks
- Tea and coffee
What's Not Included
- Anything not covered in Inclusions
- Baby car seats on the bus (only booster seats are available)
- Anything not covered in Inclusions
- Baby car seats on the bus (only booster seats are available)
Additional Information
Join a 4-hour excursion to a reindeer camp near Tromsø, where you can immerse yourself in Sami culture. Experience the joy of feeding a herd of 300 reindeer, enjoy a 10-15-minute reindeer sled ride, and then relax inside a Sami tent. Here, savor a hot meal while listening to captivating stories about Sami traditions around the campfire. Additionally, a…
Join a 4-hour excursion to a reindeer camp near Tromsø, where you can immerse yourself in Sami culture. Experience the joy of feeding a herd of 300 reindeer, enjoy a 10-15-minute reindeer sled ride, and then relax inside a Sami tent. Here, savor a hot meal while listening to captivating stories about Sami traditions around the campfire. Additionally, a guide will perform a joik, a traditional Sami folk song.
- What to bring or wear: Warm clothes (at least two layers), gloves, hat, and good winter boots
- Vegetarian / vegan option available
- Gluten free option available
Location
Bus Terminal
- Pick up 9.40 (morning tour) / 12.40 (afternoon tour) at the bus terminal at Tromsø Havn Prostneset.
- If you enter the terminal via the main entrance opposite to Clarion the Edge, please walk through the building to the other entrance.
- Our guides wear blue jackets.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.7
(593 Ratings)
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Pete
Jan 15, 2026
Defo worth a visit. - Hosts and experience overall - well organised snd not rushed. The Sami host Maria was amazing and explained how this experience funds and saves Sami herds. Meeting the reindeer was special the each have their own personality. I think there are a couple of different trips each one has a particular length of time for the reindeer sled ride - so consider the longer ride option. I wish we had now plus the reindeer stew was delicious.
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908nicb
Jan 12, 2026
Authentic experience and some very happy reindeers! - Very interesting insight into the world of Norwegian reindeers and learning about the Sami culture. Really nicely done, we enjoyed the feeding and reindeer sledding and also definitely learnt a lot about the history and traditions of the Northern Sami people.
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Tanca_g
Jan 10, 2026
reindeer tour - The tour was great.Sami people are very welcoming,friendly,They do speak good english.you can contact with animals as you want to do,places are under tent warm,Guides are intrested in with any problems,if you want to know Norwagian culture,you should join this tour.
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Fiona_g
Jan 3, 2026
Make this a stop on your Tromso tour! - It was wild weather when we went so we knew the sledding part was cancelled. But when we arrived they told us we wouldn’t be feeding the reindeer either and to not go outside and the reindeer were not there. I think we were expected to sit there for 3 hours. In the end I asked if I could go outside and when we did a bunch of people followed. The reindeer WERE there and more came when they saw the people come outside so we eventually got to feed them. So it turned out to be great but was a bit of a weird start and felt initiated by us versus the people running the tour. I highly recommend this experience though.
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Ani_a
Jan 2, 2026
Wonderful Arctic Experience - Very fun experience. Cutest reindeer herd ever! Definitely recommend for all to experience. Must do activity when visiting Tromso. Introduction to the Sami culture and experience well worth it!
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Ariq_t
Dec 25, 2025
I had a fantastic... - I had a fantastic experience! The reindeers are cute, although one of them was a bit too eager during the feeding so it kept pushing the other reindeers (and me included) with its antlers. Nothing dangerous, but just keep an eye on their antlers! The sledding was nice, but I’m most excited about the Sami people. It was great learning about their history and culture while enjoying hot chocolate, cookies, and reindeer stew (vegan option available).
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Paige_d
Dec 21, 2025
A beautiful experience with reindeer - We went to Tromso to see auroras -- which we did -- but this reindeer experience was unexpectedly right up there with the auroras for me! They are lovely!!! <3 Also, it was interesting to learn about Sami people around a warm fire. We took the shorter option for the reindeer-pulled sleigh, which gave us more time to feed and hang out with the reindeer.
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Mn8888
Dec 20, 2025
Beautiful reindeers up close and personal - The reindeer sledding was short and adequate . Fun part was the feeding and being up close to so many beautiful reindeers. Sami talk was good and the reindeer stew waa delicious
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Travelertay
Dec 22, 2025
Solo Visit - This experience was very lovely! It was to the point but still interactive. Of course the reindeer may be the main attraction but please do listen to history of the Sami Culture, it was very informative. As for the reindeer they came on their own and left, at times they may get a bit territorial (most are pregnant at this time). If that happens just simply bring your bucket up and walk to a different area. The white/albino reindeer were calmer than the others in case you’re a bit nervous. The sledding was a good amount of time for me, just enough to take photos and videos but also to get a moment to be in the experience (remember it’s usually a pair of people in 1 sled) !
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Kanika_s
Dec 19, 2025
Learning about Sami Culture - We were delayed by a few minutes and unfortunately missed the bus, but the camp was only about 30 minutes away and we were able to reach by Uber. Despite it being dark and cloudy, the overall experience was very enjoyable. Reindeer feeding was a highlight — the antlers can look a bit intimidating, but the reindeer are gentle. Sledding was fun as well, followed by lunch and learning more about the local culture. The experience ended on a beautiful note with a traditional yoik song performed by our guide, Inga
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