Reindeer Camp Dinner with Chance of Northern Lights in Tromso

4.5
(86 reviews)
Tromso, Norway

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4 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
Offered in: English

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

Example Menu

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

What's Included

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)

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point
Bus Terminal

- Pick up 17.40 at the bus terminal at Tromsø Havn Prostneset. - If you enter the terminal via the main entrance opposite to Clarion the Edge, please walk through the building to the other entrance. - Our guides wear blue jackets.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What to expect

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.

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
Supplied by Tromso Arctic Reindeer

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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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