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Svolvær: Sami Culture and Reindeer Experience
Features
- Free cancellation available
- 6h
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Overview
- Reindeer feeding and the chance to get up close inside the reindeer paddock
- Sami culture and history in Norway and across the Sami Nation, Sapmi
- Hot drinks and food around a fire in a Sami Lavvu
Activity location
- Svolvær
- Svolvær, Nordland, Norway
Meeting/Redemption Point
- Gunnar Bergs vei 2, 8300 Svolvær, Norge | Meet us outside the reception of Svinøya Rorbuer, Svolvær. We can also collect you from the Tourist Information Office in Svolvær or from Lofoten Rorbuer or Marina Hotel - please send us a message after you book to arrange this.
- Svolvær, Nordland, Norway
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Svolvær: Sami Culture and Reindeer Experience
- 6h
Activity duration is 6 hours 6h - English
What's included, what's not
Inclusions Tour from Svolvær to the Reindeer Paddock and Sami CampInclusions Coffee, Tea and WaterInclusions Hot Food (tell us in advance if you require a special diet)Inclusions Reindeer Feeding and Paddock WalkInclusions Sami Presentation on Culture and HistoryExclusions Souvenirs can be bought at the Sami Camp (Antlers, Hides, and other trinkets)
What you can expect
Our adventure begins as we depart from Svinøya, weaving through breathtaking fjords and rugged mountain passes en route to a traditional Sami Siida, or reindeer camp. Our knowledgeable guide will explain the changing landscape and stop for photo opportunities along the way.
Upon arrival at the Sami Siida, you'll be warmly welcomed by our gracious hosts, who will introduce you to the time-honoured rituals and customs of Sami life. Gather around the roaring fire of a lavvu, a traditional Sami tent, as our esteemed reindeer herder shares captivating stories passed down through generations, offering insight into the sacred bond between the Sami people and their reindeer companions.
Prepare for a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to enter the reindeer paddock and interact with these gentle creatures up close. Under the expert guidance of our guide, you'll have the chance to feed and pet the reindeer, forging a deep and meaningful connection with these majestic animals that have played a central role in Sami culture for millennia.
During the summer season a packed lunch is provided, and during the winter a warm lunch is provided. As the aroma of hearty reindeer stew fills the air, you'll indulge in a sumptuous lunch crafted from the finest local ingredients, including tender cuts of reindeer meat slow-cooked to perfection. Savour the flavours of the Arctic wilderness as you dine amidst the tranquil beauty of the Sami Siida, surrounded by stunning mountains and pristine tundra.
As you bid farewell to the Sami Siida and the enchanting reindeer that call it home, you'll carry memories of an unforgettable journey into the heart of Sami culture. Join us on this extraordinary adventure and experience the timeless traditions and boundless hospitality of the indigenous people of the North, where every moment celebrates the enduring spirit of the Arctic wilderness.
Location
Activity location
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- Svolvær, Nordland, Norway
Meeting/Redemption Point
PEOPLE PEOPLE - Gunnar Bergs vei 2, 8300 Svolvær, Norge | Meet us outside the reception of Svinøya Rorbuer, Svolvær. We can also collect you from the Tourist Information Office in Svolvær or from Lofoten Rorbuer or Marina Hotel - please send us a message after you book to arrange this.
- Svolvær, Nordland, Norway