From Abisko/Björkliden: Visit the Sami & Reindeer in Kiruna
ID: GYG821164-1305912
Category:
Country: Sweden
Duration:
07:00 hours
Description
Discover the magic of Lapland's indigenous Sami people and have the chance to feed some reindeer on this bus tour from Abisko or Björkliden to the Márkanbáiki open-air museum in Kiruna.
Visit the Márkanbáiki museum in Kiruna, which is dedicated to and run by Swedish Lapland’s Sami people on this bus tour that includes pickup and drop-off at select hotels in Abisko and Björkliden. Get firsthand access to Sami handicrafts and capture a picture with Lapland's most iconic creature, the reindeer.
Hop aboard a comfortable and climate-controlled bus at your hotel in Abisko or Björkliden and relax on the scenic drive through the wilderness to the Márkanbáiki museum in Kiruna. Learn about the modern lifestyle of the Sami people, reindeer herding, and discover cultural expressions such as art and poetry.
Find out all you could ever want to know about Sami culture at the open-air museum which focuses on how traditional buildings are created, Sami lifestyle, and how the Sami people interact with the local environment. There will be a guided tour during your visit, where you will learn and get to know more about the reindeers and the sami people.
Stop in at Café Sápmi which is located inside of a cozy wooden teepee. Treat yourself to a warm drink, sandwich, or a classic Swedish fika break at this cafe which is owned and operated by the local Sami community.
Purchase a bag of Arctic moss and feed the reindeer to create the perfect environment for a once-in-a-lifetime photograph with these majestic creatures. Return to your pickup point with unforgettable memories at the end of your tour.
Highlights
- Meet some majestic reindeer and have the chance to feed them moss
- Learn about Sami people at an open-air museum run by this community
- Shop for unique gifts with stunning handcrafted items at the museum's shop
- Buy a nice lunch or a snack at a cozy cafe that is housed in a wooden teepee
- Join the guided tour to get interesting facts and information about the sami
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Temperature and weather conditions can change very quickly in northern Sweden. Due to the location above the arctic circle the climate is sub-arctic with long cold winters. To enjoy your trip it is important to be properly equipped. When getting dressed, use several layers of clothes. It is important that you wear warm clothes, hats and gloves as well as warm insulated winter boots for your feet.
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.
