Summer Experiences
Available during the summer season
Guided Tour - Meet Reindeer in Hammerfest
✔ Visit the Sámi camp and feed the reindeer
✔ Opportunity to take photos with the reindeer and the beautiful Arctic scenery
✔ Learn about reindeer herding and the importance of reindeer in Sámi culture
✔ Gather inside the lavvu (Sámi tent)
✔ Listen to traditional joik and stories about Sámi culture & history
SEASON: Available daily from July 1st to October 1st
Slow Life - Autumn Living with the Indigenous Sámi People
✔ Embark on an up to 4-day journey with the reindeer herd and experience the Sámi way of life
✔ Engage in mindful and relaxing activities, connecting with nature and the Sámi way of life
✔ Experience the stunning natural beauty of the Arctic, with opportunities for photography and quiet reflection
✔ Chance to witness the magical Northern Lights in the evening
✔ Pick-up and drop-off service included
✔ All meals and guiding provided
✔ Participants must bring suitable winter clothing. Extra gear can be provided if needed.
SEASON: Available daily from September 1st to November 15th
Sámi Teambuilding Experience – Hammerfest
✔ A unique Arctic teambuilding experience for companies
✔ Compete in lasso throwing, rope pulling, wood-sawing & fun Sámi challenges
✔ Gather inside the lavvu with simple food, warm drinks and social time
✔ Learn about Sámi traditions, culture and everyday life
✔ Optional: axe throwing, archery, quiz & photo session
✔ Alcohol allowed inside the lavvu (optional add-on)
SEASON: Available daily from July 1st to October 1st
Sámi Cooking Experience - Hammerfest
✔ Make your own traditional Sámi panbread (gáhkku) over the fire
✔ Cook campfire coffee together and learn the basics of Sámi outdoor cooking
✔ Help prepare Sámi food in the lavvu – simple, fast and authentic
✔ Enjoy your homemade meal around the fire in a warm and cozy lavvu
✔ Learn about Sámi food culture, daily life and reindeer traditions
✔ A fun, hands-on experience perfect for groups, families and company events
SEASON: Available daily from July 1st to October 1st
Inside the Sámi Reindeer Year – Deep Cultural Talk
✔ A detailed, in-depth explanation of the entire Sámi reindeer herding year
✔ Learn how the herd moves through winter, spring, summer and autumn pastures
✔ Understand traditional migration patterns with maps, routes and visual explanations
✔ Insight into modern reindeer herding challenges, laws, predators and land use
✔ Hear personal experiences from real reindeer herding life
✔ Warm and cozy lavvu atmosphere with hot drinks
✔ Perfect for guests who want a deeper understanding of Sámi culture, nature and reindeer management
DURATION: 2–3 hours
SEASON: Available daily from July 1st to October 1st
Experience the Calf Marking - A Unique Sámi Tradition
✔ Embark on an up to 4-day journey with the reindeer herd and experience the Sámi way of life
✔ Opportunity to take photos with the reindeer and the beautiful Arctic scenery
✔ Learn about the importance of reindeer in Sámi culture and their lifecycle
✔ Pick-up and drop-off service included
✔ All meals and guiding provided
✔ Participants must bring their own suitable clothing (Extra clothing will be provided if needed)
SEASON: Available during the summer calf marking season, specific dates may vary
Winter Experiences
Available during the Arctic winter
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Slow Life - Winter Living with the Indigenous Sámi People
✔ Embark on a 4-day journey with the reindeer herd and experience the Sámi way of life
✔ Chance to witness the magical Northern Lights in the evening
✔ Pick-up and drop-off service included
✔ All meals and guiding provided
✔ Participants must bring suitable winter clothing. Extra gear can be provided if needed.
SEASON: Available daily from December 25th to March 1st
Sámi Easter Festival Experience – Kautokeino (Wednesday–Sunday)
✔ Join the Sámi Easter Festival – the biggest cultural event of the year
✔ Experience reindeer racing, joik concerts, lasso competitions & traditional celebrations
✔ Visit world-famous Sámi art exhibitions & meet local Sámi families
✔ Guided access to festival areas, events and cultural highlights
✔ Accommodation, meals, transport & full guiding included
SEASON: Wednesday–Sunday during the annual Sámi Easter Festival
Spring Reindeer Calving – Sámi Life at Its Beginning
✔ Spend a day with a Sámi reindeer-herding family during calving season
✔ Travel by snowmobile sled into a quiet mountain valley
✔ Be among the reindeer herd and take part in daily life when appropriate
✔ Chance to witness a newborn calf (not guaranteed)
✔ Traditional Sámi meal by the fire
✔ Pick-up & drop-off included
✔ All meals, guiding and transport provided
SEASON: Very limited availability from May 4th to May 20th
Unique Experience - Spring Migration with Reindeer
✔ Travel alongside the reindeer herd, witnessing their traditional migration routes
✔ Enjoy a guided tour by a Sámi guide and learn about Sámi history and culture
✔ Participate in the reindeer herding process and feed the reindeer
✔ Chance to witness the magical Northern Lights in the evening
✔ Pick-up and drop-off service included
✔ All meals and guiding provided
✔ Participants must bring suitable winter clothing. Extra gear can be provided if needed.
SEASON: Available during the spring and autumn migration seasons, specific dates may vary
