Arctic Fjords and Reindeer Experience – Small Group Tour
Wondering Reindeer
Join our small group (max 16p) Sami experience, which combines several attractions in one package. Visit the reindeer herder and his reindeers, admire the fjord and mountain landscapes, and enjoy restaurant food and drinks on the island of Sommarøy.
This tour starts at 9:00 AM at Scandic Ishavshotel in Tromsø City Center. During this tour, the guide will talk about Sami culture and history.
About half an hour's drive, we will arrive at Kvaløya, an island surrounded by majestic mountains and Arctic fjords. You will enjoy the view of the landscape along the coastal road while we drive. We stop at some suitable places to admire the landscapes we pass.
We continue our tour to a Sami reindeer herder and his reindeers living in the wild close to Sommarøy. Guests will enjoy the reindeer herder calling for his reindeers, which live in free natural habitat. When the herd is gathered, there will be an opportunity to feed the animals by hand. Guests will also gather in a traditional Sami lavvo (Sami tent) around an open bonfire to enjoy Joik (traditional Sami songs) and learn more about Sami traditions.
At about 12:00 PM, we continue to Sommarøy, a group of islands in the open sea with blue water and white sandy beaches. There will be some time to explore the local community by walking in the area by yourself.
Lunch will be served at Sommarøy Arctic Hotel at approximately 12:30 PM (12:30). Guests can choose one dish each from the restaurant menu. Some options are fish soup with bread made from local ingredients, burgers, salad, and many other options. There are also options like vegetarian and gluten-free. Remember to point out special wishes when you book the tour. Sometimes, the restaurant serves a large lunch buffet, and if so, that will be served instead of food from the menu.
After enjoying Sommarøy with food, coffee, and tea, it is time to head back to Tromsø and reflect on a memorable experience. We arrive at Scandic Ishavshotel Tromsø at about 4:00 PM (16:00).
This tour is easy but includes some walking off the beaten track in snowy conditions. Therefore, it is not suitable for children under 3 years or strollers. If you have any handicap or disabilities, please let us know; we will try to help as far as we can.
Join us and experience the beauty of SAPMI.
Included: English speaking guide, lunch at a restaurant, water, coffee, tea, biscuits, warm termal suits, warm shoes and transportation
Please bring: Warm clothing and a camera
Number of participants: 4-16
Level of difficulty: Easy/moderate
Departure time and place: 9.00am (09:00) from Scandic Ishavhotel (Fredrik Langnes gate 2).
Duration: 6-7 hours
Minimum age: 3 years
About half an hour's drive, we will arrive at Kvaløya, an island surrounded by majestic mountains and Arctic fjords. You will enjoy the view of the landscape along the coastal road while we drive. We stop at some suitable places to admire the landscapes we pass.
We continue our tour to a Sami reindeer herder and his reindeers living in the wild close to Sommarøy. Guests will enjoy the reindeer herder calling for his reindeers, which live in free natural habitat. When the herd is gathered, there will be an opportunity to feed the animals by hand. Guests will also gather in a traditional Sami lavvo (Sami tent) around an open bonfire to enjoy Joik (traditional Sami songs) and learn more about Sami traditions.
At about 12:00 PM, we continue to Sommarøy, a group of islands in the open sea with blue water and white sandy beaches. There will be some time to explore the local community by walking in the area by yourself.
Lunch will be served at Sommarøy Arctic Hotel at approximately 12:30 PM (12:30). Guests can choose one dish each from the restaurant menu. Some options are fish soup with bread made from local ingredients, burgers, salad, and many other options. There are also options like vegetarian and gluten-free. Remember to point out special wishes when you book the tour. Sometimes, the restaurant serves a large lunch buffet, and if so, that will be served instead of food from the menu.
After enjoying Sommarøy with food, coffee, and tea, it is time to head back to Tromsø and reflect on a memorable experience. We arrive at Scandic Ishavshotel Tromsø at about 4:00 PM (16:00).
This tour is easy but includes some walking off the beaten track in snowy conditions. Therefore, it is not suitable for children under 3 years or strollers. If you have any handicap or disabilities, please let us know; we will try to help as far as we can.
Join us and experience the beauty of SAPMI.
Included: English speaking guide, lunch at a restaurant, water, coffee, tea, biscuits, warm termal suits, warm shoes and transportation
Please bring: Warm clothing and a camera
Number of participants: 4-16
Level of difficulty: Easy/moderate
Departure time and place: 9.00am (09:00) from Scandic Ishavhotel (Fredrik Langnes gate 2).
Duration: 6-7 hours
Minimum age: 3 years
