Evening Reindeer Feeding with Local Dinner from Tromsø

4.5 hrs
Everybody welcome
From 1 years-old and up
From€161

Embark on a unique immersion trip to a traditional reindeer farm in Tromsø followed by a taste of local culture for an authentic Norwegian experience!

Tromsø is a renowned city in northern Norway, popular for its dramatic landscapes and opportunities for true Arctic experiences. On this reindeer feeding excursion in Tromsø, you'll visit a Sami camp located outside of the city.

For this trip, you'll be picked up from the meeting point in Tromsø by the experienced guide and embark on a 25-minute bus drive to the reindeer farm. Along the way, you'll enjoy mesmerising views of the pristine Arctic landscapes. Upon arrival at the camp in the wilderness, you'll be greeted by the local reindeer herders and over 300 magical reindeer! You'll start the excursion by helping to feed these beautiful creatures. As they become more comfortable with your presence, they may even eat from the palm of your hand!

After touring the reindeer farm in Tromsø, you'll gather inside a cosy lavvu (Sami tent) for a traditional 3-course meal, consisting of a cold smoked salmon starter, delicious 'bidos' (reindeer stew) for the main course, dessert, and hot drinks (vegan/vegetarian options are available upon request). While you enjoy your hearty meal, you'll learn more about the rituals, culture and history of the Sami people, the indigenous group in Scandinavia. You'll listen to stories and time-honoured Sami folk music called joiking. On a clear night, you may even catch the awe-inspiring Northern Lights! Afterwards, you'll be driven back to the original starting point in Tromsø.

Immerse yourself in an authentic Sami camp on this evening reindeer feeding trip from Tromsø!

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Practical information

On this evening excursion, you'll depart from Tromsø and visit an authentic reindeer camp, help feed the reindeer and enjoy a local meal.

Course of events

- Please arrive at the meeting point in Tromsø 15 minutes in advance

- Meet the guide and board the bus

- Bus transfer to the reindeer camp (approximately 25 minutes)

- Arrive at the camp and meet the reindeer

- Feed the reindeer

- Test lasso throwing (not on real reindeer)

- Enjoy warm drinks and snacks in a traditional Sami hut

- Enjoy 3-course meal

- Storytelling of Sami culture and a joik performance (traditional Sami
folk song)

- Admire the Arctic sky and Northern Lights (if the night is clear)

- Return drive to the starting point in Tromsø (approximately 25 minutes)

Special terms

A locally produced dinner is served in a Sami hut, which is a cold-smoked salmon starter, followed by a traditional reindeer stew named 'bidos'. Dessert options vary between a chocolate cake or a blueberry delicacy. Please specify upon booking if a vegetarian, vegan, or gluten-free meal should be prepared instead.

Meeting point:
At the bus terminal at Tromsø Havn Prostneset, Samuel Arnesens Gate 5, 9008, Tromsø, Norway (Spot the guides with the blue jackets) There are two entrances. One is by the buses and one is between the Terminal and the Clarion Edge. The guides will be where the buses are ready to depart to camp.
Spoken languages:German, French, English
Included
  • Guide
  • Transfer
  • Warm overalls and boots (if needed)
  • 3-course dinner
  • Hot drinks
Excluded
  • Reindeer sledding ride
Do not forget to bring
  • Warm layers of clothing
  • Winter overalls
  • Winter boots
  • Woollen socks
  • Hat
  • Gloves
  • Scarf

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WenPo K., United States — 13/12/2024
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It was great seeing all the reindeers and learning about the Sami culture.
Martina H., Austria — 28/12/2023
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Loved it and will never forget it. One recommendation for future; extend for another 30 minutes (let people take a walk outside after dinner and story about Sami people).

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