Reindeer Sledding & Sámi Overnight Experience, Tromsø

A must-do for fans of nature and cultural interactions, experience reindeer sledding with Indigenous Sámi guides on this overnight excursion from Tromsø. Start your adventure by feeding a herd of reindeer before embarking on a 30-minute sled ride. This is followed by time to enjoy a hot traditional Sámi meal and listen to cultural stories inside a cozy lavvu (a traditional tent). You'll spend the night sleeping soundly on reindeer hides in winter-insulated sleeping bags under a sky perfect for viewing the northern lights. After breakfast the following morning, you'll transfer back to Tromsø.

Your adventure begins at 6 pm when you'll meet your Sámi guides in Tromsø. From there, you'll embark on a scenic 45-minute transfer to the reindeer camp, a family-run business. Upon arrival, you'll be outfitted in thermal winter suits and warm boots to ensure your comfort in the cold. The night's highlight will be a 30-minute reindeer sledding ride, the oldest and most traditional mode of transportation in Northern Norway. The sleds, typically shared by two participants, are linked together in a long line, known as a "raid," and are a great way to take in the snowy scene. 

After sledding, you'll gather in a traditional Sámi tent, a lavvu, to enjoy a hot meal of bithos, a traditional Sámi meat stew (vegetarian options are available upon request). As you dine, your guides will share captivating stories about Sámi culture and history, enriching your understanding of this Indigenous community. Later, you'll have the opportunity to feed the camp's herd of hundreds of reindeer, creating a deeper connection with these animals.

When the evening winds down, you'll retire to your lavvu for the night, sleeping on reindeer hides in winter-insulated sleeping bags. But before you get too cozy, make a point to look up and scan the horizon; given the camp's remote location, with minimal artificial light, there's an excellent chance to witness the northern lights dancing overhead. In the morning, after a hearty breakfast, you'll be transported back to Tromsø by bus, arriving around 11 am.