Reindeer Feeding and Sami Culture Including Lunch from Tromso
Overview
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4 hours
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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 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.
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)
Options
Reindeer feeding 2022-23
Reviews
489 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Memorable for Children
xeratol,,Jan 14, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We truly enjoyed this family-friendly experience. This would be very memorable for children to be up close with such magnificent creatures. Just a warning though: those antlers are long and sharp and could poke hard when they bend down to eat. I also enjoyed the story of the Sami. Our Sami host, Danel, was very funny and honest. I would enjoy hearing his stories again.
A Magical Reindeer Experience and Insight into Sámi Culture
ioanaa503,,Jan 12, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We went to feed the reindeer, had a delicious lunch, and listened to stories about Sámi culture and reindeer. The entire experience was magnificent. The reindeer were so sweet, and all the camp personnel were very friendly.
Nice relaxed experience
Alberto M,,Jan 11, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00It was a nice experience but not the trip highlight. Very relaxed. Storytelling was in a big tent but it was cold inside, ice on the floor. It was not well ventiladed and left with the cloth smelling of smoke.
Great experience
michaelbQ4121ME,,Jan 4, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Really great experience meeting and feeding the reindeer. Lots of reindeer there and given ample food and time to interact. Aftwrwards given a hot soup meal followed by an interesting talk by a Sami. One of the most memorable experiences in Tromso.
Nice experience knowing the life of reindeer
Alicia H,,Jan 4, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00It was nice to be with the reindeer and feed them and thus contribute to maintaining their way of life. Very interesting her pastor’s account of his year, and it was nice to be in the shelter with fire, reindeer stew and hot drinks.
Incredible!
324aislingb,,Jan 3, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had the most amazing time and would highly recommend! The trip was so well organised. Picked up from the bus station in Tromsø, drove a short distance outside the city, welcomed by the Sami culture, listened to songs and stories, fee the beautiful reindeer and interacted with them, gorgeous lunch - what more could you want!
A must do!
Aisling B,,Jan 3, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Myself and my husband absolutely loved this experience. It was so well organised. Meeting at the bus station in Tromsø, a short drive outside of the city. We were so welcomed and learned about the Sami Culture, heard stories and tradition songs, fed the gorgeous reindeer and got a lovely meal cosied up by the fire!
Sami with Reindeer ride and dinner
manuello1974,,Jan 2, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00We also wanted to have this experience. Great to see reindeer up close. Great dinner. The only out of tune note? Too many people too many people. I think you appreciate the experience with smaller groups.
Awesome
Jenny B,,Dec 31, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00This was so much fun. The reindeer feeding was fun. The lunch was great. The tent and fire were unique. The Sami stories were great. Highly recommended. If you are going during the polar night, go in the morning.
Great
ccC6702NS,,Dec 29, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a good time feeding the reindeer, learning about Sami culture, and enjoying some food. The bus ride to camp was quick and comfortable, and the reindeer were spread out so we were able to feed them without it feeling crowded
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