Sámi Culture and Reindeer Sledding at Camp Breivikeidet

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

Travel from Tromsø to Camp Breivikeidet, where you will meet Nils Peder and the Samiway family and get an insight into Sámi culture, reindeer herding and traditions.

At the camp, you will meet the reindeer up close and have the opportunity to feed them by hand. You will also enjoy a peaceful 10–15-minute reindeer sled ride and experience a traditional way of travelling that has been part of reindeer herding for generations. In addition, you can try lasso throwing, a traditional skill with a long history in Sámi reindeer herding.

After the outdoor activities, warm up around the fire inside a heated lávvu. Here, your hosts will share personal stories about reindeer herding, Sámi culture and life today. Warm soup with bread, coffee and tea are served.

The reindeer sled ride is subject to suitable snow conditions.

Minimum age to participate: 4 years

Included:

• Return bus transport from Tromsø, approximately 1 hour each way
• Visit to Camp Breivikeidet
• Close encounter with the reindeer
• Reindeer feeding
• 10–15-minute reindeer sled ride
• Opportunity to try lasso throwing
• Storytelling inside a heated lávvu 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

Meeting time and place: Check-in at 8:30 AM (08:30) or 11:30 AM (11:30), depending on your chosen departure, at the Best Arctic Check-in Desk on the second floor of Prostneset Bus Terminal, Samuel Arnesens gate 5, Tromsø.

Activity location:Camp Breivikeidet, Høgsandmelen 5, 9027 Ramfjordbotn

Duration: Approx. 5.5 hours, including transport

Important information: The reindeer sled ride is subject to suitable snow conditions.