Siida experiences for the whole family
Here, you’ll get incredibly close to the reindeer, immersing yourself in a truly unique experience. You’ll not only meet these majestic animals up close, but you’ll also gain fascinating insights into our deep connection with them and how they’ve shaped our way of life. This is your chance to step into the Sami world, understand our traditions, and live the authentic reindeer herder lifestyle, if only for a moment.
Ready to make unforgettable memories?
This experience is waiting for you!
Experience the Unique World of Sami Culture Up Close
Upon arrival, you will be warmly welcomed by Sami reindeer herders dressed in traditional clothing, ready to give you an authentic taste of their culture. Meet the majestic reindeer and enjoy a magical sleigh ride through the snow-covered landscape, just as the Sami have done for generations. You’ll also have the chance to try your hand at lasso throwing, a traditional Sami technique used to catch reindeer – an activity that will challenge your skills and make you feel part of this ancient tradition.
Inside our museum lavvu, you’ll discover a fascinating display of Sami clothing and tools, some of which are centuries old yet still in use today. This gives you an insight into how Sami culture has evolved while maintaining a deep connection to nature.
Afteradventures activities, we invite you to a memorable culinary experience. Our menu features exquisite dishes made from local reindeer meat, prepared according to Sami traditions. You can enjoy your meal in our cozy restaurant or sit inside the large lavvu, letting the warmth of the open fire embrace you while you taste classic Sami delicacies, including dried reindeer meat – a true flavor of the Arctic wilderness.
This experience offers more than just a glimpse into Sami culture; it’s a chance to be part of it for a day. Book your adventure today and create memories that will last a lifetime!
Northern lights adventure with reindeer
Experience reindeer ride in the old traditional way, in sled, behind a reindeer, chasing the northern lights.
Reindeer ride can also be experienced in daylight.
Duration 2 hours
Reindeer play a central part of the Sámi culture and have been used totransport people for generations. On this trip you can enjoy silence, in a sled behind a reindeer just listening to the reindeers’ hooves crackling in the snow.
Our sámi guides take you to a Lavvo, where you will hear about the sámi culture in the pleasant surroundings around the bonfire. You will get a fascinating sight in to the special semi nomadic culture.
If weather and light conditions are optimal, you can get the opportunity to experience the magical Northern lights dance across the sky.
Requirements:
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This trip is not recommended for pregnant women or people with severely reduced mobility.
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2 people in each sled.
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Warm clothes, mittens, hats and warm winter shoes.
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Winter overall can be loaned.
Season:
Winter, pre-booking
Price:
NOK 2495,- / 990 NOK for children under 12 years
Season:
Winter, pre-booking
Price:
NOK 15000,-
Reindeer herder for a day.
Join a Sámi reindeer herder to his herd and get an unforgettable experience in scenic surroundings.
Duration 2 hours
A day with a reindeer herd is a phenomenal way to get up close to the semi nomadic life of the Sámi people who practice reindeer herding. You will have the opportunity to take part in their everyday life as a herder.
Reindeer herding involves controlling the herd and getting them to graze. The herder must be able to anticipate the animals' movements based on their knowledge of the reindeer's natural behavior during different seasons.
In almost untouched Norwegian nature, you will be able to experience reindeer up close and be served traditional sámi food in a lavvo , a traditional sámi tent.
Forget about time, enjoy the sound of silence and feel the closeness to nature! Weather can vary from freezing cold to brilliant sunshine, making this experience truly special . Dinner in our sami restaurant. Overnight stay in traditional lavvu , waking up among reindeers.
Requirements:
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This experience is for the adventurous.
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Warm clothes , mittens , hat and warm shoes.
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Included: Winter overall. Hot meal and hot beverage and snack. Everything you need to survive in the cold tundra among reindeers.
Sámi cultural experience
Step into the heart of Sami culture as our expert storytellers guide you on a captivating journey through our rich traditions. You’ll gain exclusive insights into a way of life that has thrived for generations, rooted deeply in harmony with nature.
In the warmth and coziness of a lavvu, the traditional Sami tent perfectly designed for our nomadic lifestyle and the harsh northern climate, you'll experience something truly special. Gathered around the glowing fire, you’ll find peace and connection as we share the unique rhythms of Sami culture.
Our passionate Sami guides will take you on a cultural adventure through their personal stories, bringing to life the ancient practices, beliefs, and traditions of the Sami people. You’ll feel the power of the joik, our ancient form of song that echoes the spirit of the land, and even get hands-on with traditional, handcrafted Sami clothing.
Don’t miss the chance to immerse yourself in an unforgettable journey into the heart of Sami tradition. Book your adventure now!
Price:
NOK 1295,- / 650 NOK for children under 12 years
Price:
NOK 695,-per person / 395,- per child under 12
Reindeer - A carrier of Sámi culture
Meet our reindeer amazing animals that you can experience up close with us at Sami Siida.
The reindeer, an animal that for generations has been significant to Sámi culture and their survival as indigenous people. The reindeer is the fundamental element for the existence of reindeer husbandry, and the entire way of life for the reindeer herding sámi is based on the reindeer.
Taking care of the animals is the highest priority among the sámi , as it is with us at sámi Siida . The reindeer are here all year round. Some arrive in the autumn and others are born here in the spring.
Meet and feed these magnificent animals and get to know them through our experienced guides. They will give you a better understanding of reindeer and reindeer husbandry in Norway. You will have a unique opportunity to be close to reindeer and take pictures with them.
Requirements:
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Warm clothes, mittens, hat and warm shoes at the winter time.
Exclusive offers
On request, Sami Siida offers exclusive experiences that take you even closer to the Sami people. Get a deeper insight into the Sami lifestyle and traditional culture.
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Trip to the reindeerherd in the tundra. Experience real life reindeerherding. Daytrips and weekends.
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Springmigration in april. Join this magnificent journey, following the reindeers when they decide to leave the tundra for the shore and better places to give birth.
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Staged performance of Sami traditional yoik and poetry in the Siida.
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Stay with a Sami family in their home.
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Experience the most beautiful adventure of the year – spring migration, where reindeer herders move with the herd from winter to summer pasture.
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Reindeer slaughter - only available in periods (groups max 4 people).
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Sale of small-scale food products and souvenirs from own reindeer husbandry.
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Take a trip to the reindeer herd with the reindeer herders and experience their everyday life in the mountains.
Food experience
Next to the Sami camp you can enjoy a good meal. Choose from traditional Sami dishes and Norwegian home cooking from our restaurant, from the plateau, rivers and fjords. On the menu you will always find reindeer and salmon.
Stop by our cozy eatery for a Sami dining experience. We also have cakes, desserts, bonfire coffee and lavvupub.
If you are planning to have a seminar, meeting, birthday party, confirmation, or other events, just contact us and we will arrange it!
A 3-course dinner can also be ordered.
Workshop and seminar
Events must be pre-booked. Receive prices upon request.
OPTION 1
“History of Sami reindeer herding”
Seminar about the Sami history, culture and traditions (duration 2 hours).
OPTION 2
“Sami handicraft”
Course in traditional sewing (duration 3 hours).
OPTION 3
“Sami traditional cuisine”
Cooking classes (duration 4 hours).
OPTION 1
“History of Sami reindeer herding”
Seminar about the Sami history, culture and traditions (duration 2 hours).
OPTION 2
“Sami handicraft”
Course in traditional sewing (duration 3 hours).
OPTION 3
“Sami traditional cuisine”
Cooking classes (duration 4 hours).