Tromso: Northern Lights, Reindeer and Sami Experiences

Glide through snowy Tromso on a 5-hour evening reindeer sledding tour, with a chance to spot the Northern Lights and learn about Sámi culture.

Getting started

Meet your guide outside the main entrance of the Radisson Blu Hotel, near the Rorbua Pub and Scandic Ishav Hotel. Look for guides in blue ponchos with the Tromsø Lapland logo, who will check you in and introduce the evening’s itinerary.

What to expect

Experience Norway’s oldest form of transport as you ride a reindeer-pulled sled under Arctic skies. This activity connects you to the traditions of the indigenous Sámi people, who have herded reindeer in this region for centuries.

Features

• Evening reindeer sledding: Glide across snowy landscapes in a reindeer-drawn sled, a practice rooted in Sámi heritage and Arctic survival (as per option selected).

• Reindeer feeding: Meet the herd up close and feed the reindeer by hand while learning about their role in Sámi culture and daily life (as per option selected).

• Chance to see Northern Lights: The tour is timed for optimal aurora viewing; clear nights may reveal the green waves of the aurora borealis overhead.

• Sámi cultural introduction: Learn about Sámi traditions, stories, and daily life from your guide, gaining insight into the region’s indigenous culture.