Reindeer Sledding and Sámi Culture at Camp Heggeli

This tour is operated by Best Arctic in cooperation with Samiway.

Travel from Tromsø to Camp Heggeli in Nordkjosbotn, where you will meet a local Sámi reindeer-herding family and learn about their culture and traditions.

Meet and feed the reindeer before enjoying a peaceful 10–15 minute sled ride through the snow-covered landscape. You will also have the opportunity to try lasso throwing, a traditional skill used in reindeer herding.

After the outdoor activities, warm up around the fire inside a heated lávvu. Enjoy a bowl of warm soup with bread, coffee or tea while your hosts share stories about Sámi culture, reindeer herding and life today.

The reindeer sled ride is subject to suitable snow conditions. The return journey to Tromsø takes place after dark, and you may be lucky enough to see the Northern Lights if the sky is clear. Sightings cannot be guaranteed.

Minimum age to participate: 4 years

Included:

• Return bus transport from Tromsø
• Visit to Camp Heggeli
• Close encounter with the reindeer
• Opportunity to feed the reindeer
• 10–15-minute reindeer sled ride
• Opportunity to try lasso throwing
• Stories about Sámi culture and reindeer herding
• Warm soup with bread
• Coffee and tea

Food and drinks: Warm soup with bread, coffee and tea are included. Please provide details of any food allergies or dietary requirements when booking.

Please bring: Warm clothing suitable for Arctic weather conditions, including a warm hat, mittens and winter boots

Number of participants: Min. 4 - Max. 49

Level of difficulty: Easy

Departure time and meeting point: 8.45 AM (08:45) or 11.45 AM (11:45), depending on your chosen departure, at the Best Arctic check-in desk on the second floor of Tromsø Havn Prostneset, Samuel Arnesens gate 5, Tromsø

Duration: Approx. 5.5 hours, including transport