Evening Reindeer Sledding Trip near Tromsø with Local Dinner

The Sami, the first inhabitants of Scandinavia, are an Indigenous people who have lived alongside reindeer for centuries. With their fascinating and unique culture, discovering the Sami is an essential experience when visiting Northern Norway. So why not embark on an immersive evening in their company, close to Tromsø? With Tromsø Arctic Reindeer, this excursion to a Sami camp offers a genuine cultural immersion: reindeer sledding, tasting of traditional food, and listening to folk songs – all under the night sky, where you may even be lucky enough to catch a glimpse of the Northern Lights!

This nighttime adventure with reindeer sledding near Tromsø promises unforgettable moments, beginning with the chance to feed the reindeer as soon as you arrive. You will be able to observe these magnificent creatures up close, stroke them, and then set off on a magical 15–20 minute reindeer sled ride beneath the starry sky. Comfortably wrapped up in your sled, keep your eyes peeled – the aurora borealis might just make an appearance! Then, to round off the evening in the best possible way, you will be invited into a traditional tent known as a lavvu, where a warm campfire awaits. You will enjoy a traditional meal featuring smoked salmon, bidos (a reindeer stew), and Sami bread, followed by a delicious dessert. As you dine, your hosts will share stories about Sami culture and treat you to the hauntingly beautiful sounds of joik folk songs.

After such a memorable adventure, you will return home not only with a deep appreciation for the Sami people and their traditions, but also eager to inspire others to join this wonderful nighttime reindeer sledding experience near Tromsø!