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4 hours 30 minutes
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The Sámi people and their reindeer have lived on this land for centuries, and today you are invited to share a glimpse of their traditional way of life.
Visit the reindeer camp and help feed a large herd of reindeer. Warm up with hot drinks around the fire and enjoy a relaxed 3-course dinner. Then, gather in a lavvu to hear stories about Sámi culture and life as a reindeer herder, accompanied by a traditional joik.
ITINERARY:
- Meeting Point: 17:40 at the bus terminal at Tromsø Havn Prostneset
- 30-35-minute drive to the reindeer camp
- Feed the reindeer and explore the camp
- Warm up with hot drinks (tea, coffee, and hot chocolate) around the fire inside a candle-lit lavvu (traditional Sámi tent)
- Dinner featuring Bidos, a traditional Sámi stew, served with Sámi bread (Vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options available)
- Chocolate cake and blueberry dessert
- Listen to stories about Sami culture and history in the traditional lavvu
- Back in the city at about 22:30
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What to bring or wear: Warm clothes (at least two layers), gloves, hat, and good winter boots
Vegetarian / vegan option available
Gluten free option available
Tours available from Nov 1st until the beginning of April
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
After meeting at the Prostneset bus terminal take the bus for a 30-35-minute drive by the nice coast of Tromsø to arrive at the destination, the Sami camp, where the reindeer and the rest of our guides will be waiting for you.
starter
Smoked Salmon Salad
Fresh salad leaves with smoked salmon and a dressing (salad can be served without salmon for vegetarian / vegan guests)
main
Traditional Reindeer Stew (Bidus)
A tomato-based vegetable stew is also available (vegan) as well as gluten free alternative
dessert
Chocolate Cake and blueberries
Local Sami guides to share the history and culture
Last minute bookings available subject to availability
Pickup and drop-off at designated meeting points
Coffee, tea and hot chocolate are available throughout the tour
Delicious cookies are available throughout the tour
3-course dinner consists of a smoked salmon salad, reindeer stew and chocolate cake. Vegetarian / vegan / gluten free options available.
Transport to camp (about 35 minutes each way)
Anything not covered in Inclusions
Baby car seats on the bus (only booster seats are available)
96 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
SzeWing L,Mar 27, 2026
- Review from Viator
Wonderful experience feeding the reindeers and learning about the history and culture of Sami people. Would highly recommend.
Guadalupe2302,Mar 26, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
It was a very interesting experience, got to learn about the Sami people, their work, origin and daily life. It was nice getting together around the fire inside the Lavuu to hear the stories and have a good time with our hosts. The reindeer feeding was great, and a unique experience. They had coffee, tea, hot chocolate, cookies in between activities to keep you warm. I didnt like the food ( vegan stew, too spicy for me) that much but Im a picky eater.
Jodie R,Mar 24, 2026
- Review from Viator
We went late March, feed the reindeer which was a great experience. The 3 course dinner was basic, salmon salad, reindeer stew and chocolate cake. Hot drinks (unlimited) were provided. The food was okay but not great. The best part of the tour experience was hearing about the North Sami culture back at the main hut (teepee). This was enjoyable.
David A,Mar 23, 2026
- Review from Viator
The overall trip is about four hours long. You spend one hour feeding the reindeer - which is very interesting! Then, an hour eating what feels like an uninspiring mass-produced meal, and then another hour listening to a disappointing presentation about Sami. The fourth hour is spent traveling to and from the camp. Overall, it's a lot of time and money to feed a reindeer.
Ceri J,Mar 22, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
Was a fantastic experience for our family (9&12yo). Good mix …feeding reindeer, local cuisine, and info on Sami people. Really enjoyed it!
Paola L,Mar 11, 2026
- Review from Viator
Great experience. The location was beautiful and the hosts were friendly and helpful. It was informative and interesting. I can totally recommend it
Guide01981179166,Mar 8, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
Apart from some delays in transport, the actual time spent at the Sami Reindeer Camp was just fantastic. Even though a full coach of you take part - because the heard of Reindeer is 300+ when you come to spending time and feeding them it is easy to find some personal space - although once you’ve started feeding them you won’t be left alone! Great food (although not huge portions) but the quality made up for it. The talk around the Sàmi culture was also friendly, fun and informative Would definitely recommend




cymberann,Mar 4, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
It was such a pleasure to see and feed the reindeer, learn more about the Sami people, and eat a yummy dinner. Unfortunately the weather was not great for us, so no aurora was visible, but our guide, Inga, helped us make the most out of our time at the camp. We enjoyed hearing Inga’s personal stories of her own and her families experiences as Sami people, though it was sad to hear of the diminishing population. It was especially fun to hear traditional Sami joiks and to join in on them as well. Thank you for a wonderful experience that we won’t forget! 🦌❄️








124alexandrad,Feb 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
40 minutes by bus along a beautiful road beside the fjord. Pleasant to look at the landscape and architecture. Bus in order and clean. Once we arrived we made a brief and went to feed the reindeer for about an hour and a half. You can always come in and get a hot drink you want. We then had dinner in a beautiful typical wooden building with a nice lit bonfire in the center. Excellent dinner in order to taste the typical tastes. After dinner, we spent half an hour hearing stories and explanations about Sami life. All in English. Interesting and fun



vickieechols,Feb 16, 2026
- Review from Viator
Our evening at the reindeer camp was a memorable look into Sami culture. Our hosts were very gracious and informative, sharing stories and traditional joik songs that made the evening very interesting. We really enjoyed the opportunity to feed the reindeer; they are friendly and it was a unique way to start the night. The food provided was a good introduction to local flavors. We were served a smoked salmon salad, followed by Bidos (a traditional reindeer stew), and finished with chocolate cake and hot drinks. It was a nice way to experience traditional customs in a cozy setting by the fire. However, the transportation was unorganized. The pickup was confusing as we couldn't locate the "blue jacket" guides inside the terminal until well after the 5:40 PM designated time. Additionally, the bus for the return trip was quite late picking us up from the camp. If the logistics were more organized, this would easily be a five-star experience.
Operated by Tromso Arctic Reindeer