Sámi Culture and Reindeer Experience from Tromsø

Embark upon a family-friendly excursion in the backcountry of northern Norway on this immersive 3.5-hour, guided Sámi culture and reindeer experience from Tromsø! Welcoming adventurers ages 6 and up.

The rich cultural heritage of the Sámi dates back thousands of years. Native to the Arctic regions of Norway, Finland, Sweden, and Russia, the Sámi have distinctive traditions, languages, music, ceremonial clothing, and gastronomy, with reindeer and reindeer herding at the heart of their traditional way of life. Get to know more about this noble culture from the Sami themselves by joining a Sami culture and reindeer experience from Tromsø!

This Sámi culture and reindeer adventure begins at the meeting point in Tromsø, where you'll need to arrive at least 15 minutes before the starting time of the experience. There, your seasoned guide will greet you and your group, and after a safety and itinerary briefing, you'll depart on the 30-minute scenic transfer to the Sámi reindeer farm outside of the bustling city. Sit back, relax, and enjoy the picturesque panoramas of northern Norway en route! Upon your arrival, you'll be warmly received by your Sami hosts and will be taken on a tour of the reindeer farm, while learning about Sami history, traditions, handicrafts, and how the modern Sami live.

Next, you'll meet and feed the amazing reindeer and will have your photo taken to capture the special moment. If you wish, your Sami host can show you how to lasso-throw, a common practice in reindeer herding that requires a lot of skill. Before returning to Tromsø, you'll be treated to hot berry juice and light snacks in a heated cabin, a great way to warm up on cold winter days in northern Norway! At the end of this Sámi culture and reindeer experience from Tromsø, you'll leave with a newfound respect for the Indigenous peoples of Norway and lasting memories of the day!

For an educational and fun-filled excursion in Norway, book this Sami culture and reindeer experience from Tromsø today!