Tromso: Reindeer Sledding with Chance to See Northern Lights
ID: GYG392529-712221
Category:
Country: Norway
Duration:
05:00 hours
Description
Experience the indigenous Sámi culture and see a nighttime sky illuminated by the green waves from the Northern Lights as you take a sled ride being pulled by reindeer.
Take an unforgettable reindeer sled journey through snow-covered landscapes under the Northern Lights, learn about Norway’s Sámi culture, and enjoy a traditional warm meal on a guided excursion from Tromso.
After being picked up in Tromso, take in the scenic views on the way. Once you arrive, experience reindeer sledding, the oldest known form of transport in the north and central part of the Sámi culture.
Meet the gentle reindeer, the true icon of the arctic, and jump aboard the sled, which takes place as a "raid" where each reindeer and sled are bound together in a long row with the lead reindeer in the front.
Learn about the indigenous Sámi people from your Sámi guide. Get to know their past, present, and future history, see Sámi artifacts, and hear traditional stories.
Enjoy a warm Sámi traditional meal called Bidos and have some drinks to get warmed up. If you are lucky you will have the chance to spot the natural phenomenon of the Northern lights.
Highlights
- Experience an unforgettable reindeer sled ride
- Get the chance to see the fascinating Northern Lights
- Learn about the Sami culture from your Sámi guide
- Enjoy a warm traditional meal of Sámi Bidos and warm drinks
- Take in breathtaking views during the transfer from Tromsø
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT 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.
There is a chance you may see the northern lights, but it is not guaranteed.
Meet up outside the Radisson Blu Hotel entrance. Look for a guide wearing a blue poncho with Tromsø Lapland logo.
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
