Sledding

Tromso: Northern Lights, Reindeer and Sami Experiences

Tourists on reindeer sleds under Northern Lights in Tromso, Norway.

Northern Lights over Tromso fjord with mountain backdrop.

Reindeer sledding at night with mountains and faint Northern Lights in the background.

Duration

4 hr 30 min

Free cancellation

Free cancellation up to 3 days before the start of your experience

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Guided tour

Transfers available

Meals included

Indulge in a sumptuous meal as a part of your experience

4.6/5

(81)

Jacek

Feb 2026

Verified booking

Feeding the reindeer and the reindeer-sled ride were absolutely fantastic — definitely the highlights of the day. Unfortunately, we didn’t get to see the Northern Lights. The stories about Sámi culture were really interesting, and the traditional meal was nice as well, but it wasn’t a three-course dinner as advertised — we received a hot drink, some biscuits, and the main dish.

Andrea

Jan 2026

Verified booking

A wonderful experience. I didn't think sledding with reindeer would be so much fun, especially under a sky lit up by the Northern Lights. Feeding them was also exciting. The part that fascinated me most was learning about the Sami culture, which I didn't know much about. Truly beautiful and magical.

Melanie

Jan 2026

Verified booking

It was great. We were even lucky enough to see the northern lights. The sleigh ride is short, but it got cold quickly, so it was just right. The directions to the meeting point via Headout are wrong. You have to go to the bus parking lot: enter the visitor center and go down the stairs. The food was okay. All in all, it was a great experience. The reindeer and staff are super nice. :)

Dubois

Jan 2026

Verified booking

A wonderful experience. The meal was very good. We had a lot of fun feeding the reindeer. The short sleigh ride is simple but sufficient. And the highlight of the show was the Northern Lights.

Loic

Jan 2026

Verified booking

A wonderful experience with the Sami people and reindeer. The guides were very friendly and happy to answer questions and provide explanations. I highly recommend it!

Set out on an evening reindeer sledding adventure led by Sámi guides, offering an authentic Arctic experience.

Glide through snow-covered landscapes beneath the night sky, with a real chance to witness the Northern Lights overhead.

Once you’re comfortable around the reindeer, feed them their favorite treats and enjoy a magical moment under the glowing Arctic sky.

Enjoy a traditional Sámi lunch featuring Bidos (a hearty reindeer stew) or a vegan alternative, served with warm drinks and sweet treats.

Gain first-hand insight into Sámi traditions, history, and daily life through personal stories and cultural knowledge shared by local Sámi experts.

Evening reindeer sledding experience

Round-trip transportation by bus

Expert guide

Chance to see Northern Lights

Traditional lunch with Bidos (or vegan Norwegian vegetable soup with potatoes, turnip, carrots, onions, leek, herbs, and gluten-free broth), served with bread, margarine, cookies, hot chocolate, coffee, and tea

Warm drinks (coffee, tea)

Sami storytelling

You can cancel these tickets up to 3 days before the experience begins and get a full refund.

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What our guests say
Megan
Feb 2026
Verified booking
The experience itself was great for the northern lights and feeding the deer. We got a great display. However, there were 2 times when we had requests/questions with plenty of advance notice online and never got a reply until after I had already sorted things via a different route since I couldn't rely on the customer service. I had even sent an email about the food the day prior to experience and didn't get a reply until 4 days after we did experience. We were most looking forward to what we thought were Sami stories, but we only heard a small portion that wasn't very informative. It was cut short from northern lights viewing, however, questions that were asked were not really answered and not much substance was given in the talk. We would have liked to hear more about the Sami culture and myths. How they live. And their history.
Jacek
Feb 2026
Verified booking
Feeding the reindeer and the reindeer-sled ride were absolutely fantastic — definitely the highlights of the day. Unfortunately, we didn’t get to see the Northern Lights. The stories about Sámi culture were really interesting, and the traditional meal was nice as well, but it wasn’t a three-course dinner as advertised — we received a hot drink, some biscuits, and the main dish.
Lucie
Feb 2026
Verified booking
it was amazing. Such an amazing experience
Melanie
Jan 2026
Verified booking
It was great. We were even lucky enough to see the northern lights. The sleigh ride is short, but it got cold quickly, so it was just right. The directions to the meeting point via Headout are wrong. You have to go to the bus parking lot: enter the visitor center and go down the stairs. The food was okay. All in all, it was a great experience. The reindeer and staff are super nice. :)
Dubois
Jan 2026
Verified booking
A wonderful experience. The meal was very good. We had a lot of fun feeding the reindeer. The short sleigh ride is simple but sufficient. And the highlight of the show was the Northern Lights.

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.

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.

What to bring

Bring warm clothing, gloves, and warm shoes.

What’s not allowed

Pets are not allowed.

Strong fragrances are not allowed.

Accessibility

This experience is not wheelchair accessible.

Additional information

The duration of the reindeer sledding may change due to weather and snow conditions. In the event this part of the tour is canceled, you will be entitled to a partial refund, and the rest of the tour will be held as normal.

Seeing the Northern Lights is possible but not guaranteed.

Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.

Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the meeting point.

Please arrive at the meeting point 20 mins before the scheduled time of your tour to avoid any delays.

Meeting point

Please check your final voucher for the meeting point details and specific instructions.