Reindeer visit, and Sami Culture Including Lunch from Tromso
Overview
Available languages
4 hours
Mobile ticket
The reindeer and the Sami have been living and working on this land for centuries and they have only recently invited guests to be part of their daily life. You will visit their camp and have a chance to feed the herd of around 300 wild reindeer who will swarm all around and some will even eat from your hands. You will then be invited for hot drinks around the fire inside a warm candlelit gamme (Traditional Sami Hut) where lunch, bidos, cooked over the open fire will be served (a traditional Sami stew which is often served at Sami weddings and other special occasions).
After lunch you will be invited into a lavvu (Sami tent) and gather around the fire to listen to stories about Sami culture and how it is to be a reindeer herder. The Sami guide will also perform a joik (traditional Sami song) for the guests.
Additional Info
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
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Pickup and drop-off at designated meeting points
Lunch
Snacks
Transportation to camp
Coffee and/or Tea
Guide
Anything not covered in Inclusions
Baby car seats on the bus (only booster seats are available)
What To Expect
After meeting at the Prostneset bus terminal take the bus for a 25-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.
Start your Sami experience by hand-feeding a herd of 300 reindeer before entering the gamme for a hot traditional meal cooked over the fire. Finish the day by gathering around the fire to enjoy the sounds of joiking (songs), Sami history and stories.
Options
Reindeer feeding 2022-23
Reviews
451 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Reindeer adventure definitely
813mrsm,
Nov 12, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Wow this was a great day out, feeding the reindeer is not as scary as you may think it was absolutely brilliant and the reindeer behaved quite well. After feeding the reindeer we went in to a log cabin for refreshments and reindeer stew which is absolutely delicious (I never thought i could eat it but I did and im happy I tried it) after that we went into the tent sat around a camp fire listening to the information about the sami people and how they live finishing off with a little jolkin. Absolutely brilliant day one I would do all over again. The guides were great and the coach drive was comfortable
Better than Expected!
C4691CXchrisd,
Nov 11, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I wasn’t sure that this excursion was worth my time, but needed to humor the wife and participate. Was I wrong. Very informative visit and learned a lot about the Sami culture. Attended during an attic front coming in, but accommodations kept us reasonably comfortable. Enjoyed the reindeer stew for lunch as well. Feeding the reindeer turned out to be more entertaining than I believed it could be.
Great authentic experience.
Adam S,
Nov 11, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Definitely worth booking! Great 1/2 day excursion whilst visiting. Close up experience with the reindeers, food and hospitality was great.
Fun Photo Op with Reindeer
Stay35138562029,
Nov 11, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was a great first activity for us on our first trip to Norway. We learned about the Sami culture and were able to feed reindeer. This is an easy activity for most any age. The staff were nice.
A unique experience and...
Elisa M,
Nov 8, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00A unique and striking experience being in the midst of these animals. We really liked the experience. Although it was cold and rainy we were able to stay warm.
A brilliant morning out...
Daniellademare93,
Nov 7, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00A brilliant morning out to feed the reindeers and learn about Sami culture. The trip is well run and the coach was easy to find at the bus station.
Good and I will recomend friend this tour.
Amol k,
Nov 7, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00It is a good trip. friendly tour guide. Lovely Sami people. Lots of reindeer. It is an experience in the Arctic Circle to see it.
Good
463ameliej,
Nov 2, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00The trip was great, despite the delay they were waiting for us. People are all very nice. I would have liked to know more about the Sami.
Too expensive!
lizjJ7677GX,
Nov 2, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
2.00Unfortunately we were very disappointed with our reindeer experience. The reindeers themselves were, of course, lovely but the whole set up was geared to mass tourism. The traditional lunch did not taste freshly produced, possibly out of a tin. The hot drinks were watered down and the toilet facilities inadequate for over 100 guests. The talk about Sami culture was interesting but the young girl giving it lacked any deeper knowledge. All of the above problems would have been acceptable if it hadn’t been for the price - 144 euros for one person! To be honest we felt we were being ripped off and that’s a great shame!
Definitely Recommend
Kristina K,
Apr 4, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00This was 10/10 the best time. It was incredible to see all the reindeer and be able to be so close to them! The meal they serve is so delicious and the story time after feeding was also very informative and culturally immersive. I definitely recommend this experience!
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