Reindeer & Husky Day Trip from Tromsø

This tour is operated by Lyngenfjord Hotel.

The journey starts in Tromsø with the Arctic Route bus and takes you through scenic fjord landscapes towards Skibotn, with views of the Lyngen Alps, snow-covered mountains and villages along the fjord.

On arrival at Lyngenfjord Hotel, you will be welcomed by your hosts before visiting the reindeer enclosure. Meet and feed the reindeer, take photos and learn more about the important role reindeer have played in the culture and way of life in Northern Norway for generations.

The experience continues inside a traditional lavvu, where you can gather around the fire, enjoy a hot drink and take in the Arctic atmosphere.

Afterwards, lunch is served at Lyngenfjord Hotel, with a choice of traditional reindeer soup or vegetarian soup.

After lunch, a short minibus ride takes you to a nearby husky farm. Meet energetic sled dogs and puppies when available, learn how the dogs are trained and cared for, and hear more about everyday life at a working husky kennel and the role sled dogs have played in Arctic history.

Before travelling back to Tromsø, you will have some free time to enjoy the views of Lyngenfjord, take photos, relax or visit the hotel shop.

Programme

• 9:00 AM (09:00) – Departure from Tromsø Bus Terminal, Prostneset
• Scenic bus journey towards Lyngenfjord
• 11:30 AM (11:30) – Arrival at Lyngenfjord Hotel in Skibotn
• Welcome by the hotel hosts and introduction to the day's activities
• 12:00 PM (12:00) – Visit to the reindeer enclosure, including feeding and time for photos
• 12:30 PM (12:30) – Traditional lavvu experience with a hot drink around the fire
• 1:00 PM (13:00) – Lunch at Lyngenfjord Hotel, with a choice of reindeer soup or vegetarian soup
• 1:30 PM (13:30) – Minibus departure to the husky farm
• 1:40 PM (13:40) – Visit to the husky farm to meet sled dogs and puppies when available and learn more about life at the kennel
• 2:40 PM (14:40) – Return to Lyngenfjord Hotel
• Free time for photography, relaxation or a visit to the hotel shop
• 3:45 PM (15:45) – Departure by Arctic Route bus back to Tromsø
• 6:20 PM (18:20) – Estimated arrival in Tromsø

Minimum age to participate: 2 years

Included

• Return transport from Tromsø with Arctic Route
• Minibus transfers between Lyngenfjord Hotel and the husky farm
• Visit to the reindeer enclosure
• Reindeer feeding
• Time in a traditional lavvu with an open fire
• Hot drinks
• Lunch at Lyngenfjord Hotel, with a choice of reindeer soup or vegetarian soup
• Visit to the husky farm, including meeting sled dogs and the opportunity to meet puppies when available
• Introduction to everyday life at a husky kennel

Please bring: Warm clothing, suitable winter boots, gloves, a warm hat and preferably a camera.

Number of participants: Min. 2 – max. 15

Level of difficulty: Easy

Departure time and meeting point: Meet at 8:45 AM (08:45). Departure at 9:00 AM (09:00) from Tromsø Bus Terminal, Prostneset, Samuel Arnesens gate 5, 9008 Tromsø. Look for the red Arctic Route bus displaying the "Arctic Route" logo, operating towards Storslett.