Reindeer Feeding and Northern Lights Experience from Tromsø

Organized by Tromsø Lapland
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Activity Snapshot

Fitness level: Everybody welcome
Duration: 4.5 hrs
Spoken languages: Norwegian, English
Cancellation policy: flexible More info
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Activity description

Get away from the city lights for an excursion like no other on this immersive reindeer feeding and Northern Lights experience from Tromsø. In addition, you'll learn about the Sámi culture. This family-friendly tour welcomes adventurers of all ages! 

Sámi culture in Norway is an integral part of the country's cultural tapestry, particularly in the northern regions. The Sámi people are the indigenous inhabitants of Sápmi, which stretches across the northern parts of Norway, Sweden, Finland, and Russia. Reindeer herding is a traditional Sámi livelihood and a symbol of their culture. What better way to immerse yourself in the Arctic landscapes surrounding Tromsø and the indigenous culture of Norway than by taking a guided excursion to meet and feed reindeer, learn about Sámi culture, and enjoy a delicious and traditional Sámi meal? 

Your adventure begins at the meeting point in Tromsø where you will depart for a scenic 45-minute drive to the Tromsø Lapland base. Upon arrival, you and your group (a maximum of 48 people) will be greeted by your experienced and knowledgeable guide who will introduce you to the gentle and majestic reindeer. You will participate in their evening feeding session while learning more about these amazing animals. After the reindeer have had their dinner, so will you! 

You'll be treated to a traditional Sámi reindeer stew with coffee, tea, or hot chocolate in a Lavvo-hut, a Sámi tent. Vegetarian options are available, please specify when booking. Throughout your meal, your guide will share insights into Sámi culture and its history, as well as daily life. If luck is on your side, you will graced with the dancing colours of the Northern Lights. Don't forget to bring your camera! You'll return to the original departure point in Tromsø with memories that will last a lifetime. 

For an immersive excursion in Norway, be sure to book this Northern Lights and reindeer feeding experience from Tromsø today! 

Course of events

- Please arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes prior to the departure time

- Scenic, 45-minute drive

- Arrival

- Meet your knowledgeable guide

- Feed the reindeer

- Cultural introduction to Sámi history and way of life

- Warm drinks and a hot meal in a Lavvo hut (Sámi tent)

- Return to the original departure point in Tromsø

Activity requirements

Please note that if the minimum number of participants is not reached the activity may be cancelled. All participants will be offered the choice between rescheduling and a full refund.

Special terms

Please be advised that since the Northern Lights are a natural phenomenon, their presence is never guaranteed. 

This tour is not suitable for wheelchair users as the terrain and snow may make it difficult to manoeuvre. 

Vegetarian options are available, please specify when booking.

Included
  • Guide
  • Transfer from the meeting point
  • Hot drinks
  • Warm meal
Excluded
  • Transfer from unlisted meeting points
Do not forget to bring
  • Warm winter coat
  • Warm boots
  • Several layers of clothing
  • Wool socks
  • Scarf
  • Hat
  • Gloves or mittens
  • Camera
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Meeting point
In front of the Radisson Blu Hotel, Sjøgata 7, 9259, Tromsø, Norway Get directions

Cancellation policy

Cancellation 4 days or more prior to the agreed activity date
You will be automatically refunded for the full amount for the activity
4 days
Cancellation between 48 and 96 hours prior to the agreed activity date
You are entitled to a 50% refund
48 hrs
Cancellation 48 hours or later prior to the agreed activity date
No refund will be possible
Weather Guarantee
Regardless of the date, if the activity is cancelled due to bad weather conditions, you will be offered a refund or the chance to reschedule

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  • 5 / 5

The reindeer feeding activity was a really fun and unique experience! The reindeer stew provided afterwards was also very delicious. The weather was not favourable during our stay in Tromsø and our other activities were cancelled due to the weather conditions, so we were thrilled that this activity was able to go ahead despite the bad weather. Our only critique / feedback would be that we would have liked more time to be dedicated to the educational discussion about the Sámi culture and history, as we felt it was very short and we would have loved to have had more time to ask more questions. However, we had a thoroughly enjoyable evening which made our trip to Tromsø memorable, and would definitely recommend this experience!