Full-Day Reindeer Sledding Excursion from Tromsø

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7 hrs
Everybody welcome
From 4 years-old and up

Try out the oldest form of transport in the North: reindeer sledding! Immerse yourself with the indigenous Sami people and their reindeers in Tromsø.

October 2025
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Meeting point:

Tromsø Havn Prostneset (inside the main entrance hall), Samuel Arnesens gate 5, Tromsø

Spoken languages:

English, Norwegian

Cancellation: Moderate

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About the activity

If you're looking for an authentic activity in Tromsø, look no further. Spend the day with the indigenous Sámi people and discover the ancient lifestyle of Northern Norway, including stunning Arctic landscapes, and the oldest form of transport in the North: reindeer sledding.

On the day of your reindeer sledding excursion from Tromsø, you will need to meet your guides directly at Tromsø's main bus station at least 15 minutes before your departure time. From there, you'll embark on a 90-minute scenic ride to the wilderness center in Camp Tamok. Take in the majestic scenery as you make your way through the Norwegian countryside! Upon arrival, you will receive warm overalls, snow boots, mittens, and a hat to stay warm throughout your reindeer sledding experience. Then, following a thorough safety briefing, you will head out to the Sámi Camp to meet your new furry friends!

Led by the local Sámi guides, you will sit back and enjoy a unique ride through the winter wonderland of northern Norway! Reindeer sledding is one of the oldest methods of transport in the Arctic, and now it is your time to spend the day like a local and learn all about these majestic and festive creatures!

Once the reindeer sled ride is over, you'll have the opportunity to learn about Sámi culture from your friendly guides, and even feed the reindeer! When it's time, you'll return to the camp and sit around an open fire in a lavvu (a traditional Sami tent) to enjoy a delicious homemade Norwegian soup or stew, accompanied by bread, coffee, tea, and water. Taste the local flavors while listening to some fascinating stories about the Sámi culture and their connection with the reindeer, as well as tales from your fellow travellers and their experiences for the day! Take in the overall beauty of the camp and say your final goodbyes to these incredible creatures before you head back to Tromsø.

To enjoy your incredible 7-hour reindeer sledding excursion from Tromsø, you should come prepared with thermal or wool underlayers, as well as wind and waterproof outerwear, since you will have to return the suit you'll wear during the experience, and you still need to stay warm in the freezing temperatures of northern Norway.

Book your reindeer sledding excursion in Tromsø for a day-long immersion with the reindeer and the indigenous Sami people. Experience reindeer sledding and learn all about these majestic creatures and their connection to the Arctic!

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Patricia C., Canada — 08/04/2024
5/5
We really enjoyed learning about the Sami culture and the raising of reindeer by them. Our guide was terrific, down to earth and very sincere. It was great to spend time with the reindeer and the lunch afterward was fun. We also enjoyed the drive to the camp as we got to see the scenery in that part of the country. The trip was just the right length of time.
Rachel Megan M., Switzerland — 11/03/2024
5/5
This was a great tour. It was very well organised, easy and just the right amount of time. We first spoke with a Sami around a fire, it was fascinating hearing about his life as a blend of traditional and modern ways (and good to not be standing in the cold). We got to lead the reindeer to the sleds and say hello. The sledding itself was very short, I didn't need it to be any longer though. Afterwards we were given a delicious stew and hot beverages in a warm tent.
Muhammed Emin B., Germany — 26/12/2023
5/5
Program was very well organised, staff were also amazing! The similarities with Sami people and my ancestors(Turkish) surprised me. Oh. and the deers are soo lovely!! I really recommend!!!
Andrew T., United States — 26/11/2023
5/5
Sitting in the lavo and listening to the history of the camp and the Sami was an amazing experience. We wish we had more time to ask questions and hear more stories. We have so many more things we want to learn that we probably would have annoyed everyone by just asking so many questions. The discussion and experience was extremely informative and now we will be researching more about the Sami on my own.
Sanne D., United Kingdom — 23/02/2022
5/5
Being so close to the reindeer was fun and the sleigh ride was beautiful. The guide was very informative about the Sami culture, it's saddening how it may slowly disappear in modern society, in spite of changing with the times (drones to watch the herd!) Tasty lunch too.

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