Sami Culture and Reindeer Experience in Jukkasjärvi near Kiruna from Abisko

Meet Swedish Lapland's most legendary creatures, the reindeer, and learn about the rich cultural heritage of the Sami on this immersive 4-hour Sami culture and reindeer Experience in Jukkasjärvi near Kiruna from Abisko! Welcoming adventurers ages 5 and up.

The indigenous people of northern Sweden (Swedish Lapland), the Sami, have inhabited this scenic Arctic region for thousands of years. Their distinctive language, music, handicrafts, traditional dress, food, architecture, and ancient beliefs are inextricably linked with the reindeer and reindeer herding. If you're travelling to northern Sweden and want to learn more about the thriving cultural legacy of the Sami, this unique Sami culture and reindeer experience in Jukkasjärvi near Kiruna from Abisko is not to be missed!

The adventure begins at your accommodations in Absiko or Björkliden (please see 'special terms' and specify when booking). Boarding the comfortable vehicle, you'll set out on the scenic transfer (approximately 1.5 hours) to Jukkasjärvi near Kiruna. Relax and enjoy the stunning views! Upon your arrival, you'll visit the Sami Open Air Museum and learn about the traditional buildings of the Sami, the Sami way of life, their traditions, and how the Indigenous peoples of Sweden interact with and view the local environment.

Next, you'll get up close to the majestic reindeer. Bags of moss are available for purchase should you and your group want to feed them. Don't forget your camera to capture this special moment! Participants can also join an optional guided tour or relax in an authentic Sami teepee at a café that is owned and run by the Sami community. Sandwiches, hot drinks, and delicious pastries are available (not included in the ticket price). After an educational and fun-filled day, you'll return to the original departure point with a newfound respect for Sweden's ancient Sami culture, its people, and their iconic reindeer on this Sami culture and reindeer experience in Jukkasjärvi near Kiruna from Abisko!

For an unforgettable adventure in Sweden, book this unique Sami culture and reindeer experience in Jukkasjärvi near Kiruna from Abisko today!