Authentic North

Reindeer feeding and Sami culture and a chance of Northern Lights

Meet and Fedd the reindeer with a chance of Northern Lights
Get to feed a herd of reindeer and visit our Sami camp
Warm up inside the lavvu for a traditional hot meal
Listen to storytelling about the Sami culture and history
Try your luck on lasso throwing

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Difficulty Easy

Alder 2+ years

Duration 6h

Price from 1 990 NOK

About the experience

Meet and Fedd the reindeer with a chance of Northern Lights
Get to feed a herd of reindeer and visit our Sami camp
Warm up inside the lavvu for a traditional hot meal
Listen to storytelling about the Sami culture and history
Try your luck on lasso throwing

Under the starry skies, with the possibility of witnessing the mesmerizing Northern Lights while being surrounded with mountain landscapes in a reindeer farm.

This journey will take you into the heart of the Arctic wilderness, offering a unique and authentic connection to nature.

Immerse yourself in the rich Sami culture with a host who brings generations of tradition to life. Meet a herd of several hundred reindeer and hear captivating stories from a Sami herder who has been featured in a PBS documentary.

Warm up with a meal around the campfire inside a lavvu (Sami tent) and listen to a story telling about the Sami culture and how the Sami protect their reindeer from Arctic lynx, wolverine and other predators.

This night tour is perfect for those seeking a blend of adventure, culture, and the Northern Lights—a true Arctic wonderland experience.

Tilleggsinformasjon

Please Note:

The drive from Tromsø to Balsfjord takes approximately 1 hour and 15 minutes along the beautiful fjords. To ensure a smooth and timely schedule, we may not be able to stop for restroom breaks during the journey.We strongly recommend that all guests use the restroom facilities before departure to fully enjoy the drive and the activities awaiting you.Thank you for your understanding and cooperation!

Itinerary

1 hour 15 minutes to drive to the reindeer camp

20 mins reindeer sledding

Feeding of wild reindeer around the reindeer camp

Warm drinks inside a warm lavvu (traditional Sami tent)

Traditional hot meal

Storytelling of Sami culture

Sami clothing, living equipments, unique items showing

1 hour 15 minutes bus ride back to Tromsø city centre

Return time for evening tour: 23:00 in the city center

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Price from

1 990 NOK

Child 975 NOK

Voksen 1 950 NOK

Practical info

Duration: 6 hours
Difficulty: easy
Minstealder: 2 years
Maks deltakere: 12
Location: Balsfjord, Balsfjord

Avgangstider

TOUR START TIME : 17:00

DURATION 6 hours (incl. transportation)

INCLUDED IN THE TOUR

✔ Transportation

✔ Warm lunch

✔ Hot drinks & cookies

✔ Guide

MEETING POINT :15 min before tour start time at Grønnegata 83 Google maps link

Important information

The Northern Lights are a natural phenomenon, and their visibility depends on various factors, including weather conditions, solar activity, and cloud cover. While our tours are designed to maximize the chances of witnessing this spectacular display, we cannot guarantee that the Northern Lights will appear on a specific date or time. As this is beyond our control, we kindly remind guests that sightings are not guaranteed.

Tours may get canceled due to:

Minimum amount 8 of participants not reached