Join a Sámi family for 4 days of reindeer herding, storytelling, and Northern Lights in the Arctic tundra. Experience authentic Sámi culture.
Join a Sámi family for 4 days of reindeer herding, storytelling, and Northern Lights in the Arctic tundra. Experience authentic Sámi culture.
Arrival & Introduction to Sámi Winter Life
Alta - Guests will be picked up from Alta or a pre-arranged location and transported to the winter grazing area. The journey will continue by car and snowmobile sled into the Arctic landscape. Upon arrival at the traditional Sámi winter cabin, guests will be introduced to their host family, the…
Arrival & Introduction to Sámi Winter Life
Alta - Guests will be picked up from Alta or a pre-arranged location and transported to the winter grazing area. The journey will continue by car and snowmobile sled into the Arctic landscape. Upon arrival at the traditional Sámi winter cabin, guests will be introduced to their host family, the surroundings, and receive practical information about cabin life and safety.
There will be time to settle in, unpack, and become acquainted with off-grid living. Depending on the conditions, a brief visit to the reindeer herd or nearby area may be possible.
Reindeer Herding & Daily Winter Tasks
Moving With the Herd & Sámi Winter Life
Farewell & Return
Alta - Enjoy breakfast and spend some final moments in the winter landscape. Guests will pack their belongings and prepare for departure. The return journey will be by snowmobile sled and car back to Alta or the agreed drop-off point.
Farewells will be exchanged, marking the end of the experience.

- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Personal expenses
- Travel insurance
- Personal expenses
- Travel insurance
Experience the serene lifestyle of the Sámi community over a four-day winter adventure in the Arctic. Stay with a family of reindeer herders and engage in daily activities such as tending to the reindeer and collecting firewood, all set against the breathtaking backdrop of the tundra. Relish homemade meals, enjoy nightly storytelling, and have the…
Experience the serene lifestyle of the Sámi community over a four-day winter adventure in the Arctic. Stay with a family of reindeer herders and engage in daily activities such as tending to the reindeer and collecting firewood, all set against the breathtaking backdrop of the tundra. Relish homemade meals, enjoy nightly storytelling, and have the opportunity to see the Northern Lights on clear nights. This exceptional chance to connect with nature and Sámi customs provides a rare sense of peace and clarity in the winter scenery.
- Duration: 4 days / 3 nights with small, intimate group sizes
- Accommodation in traditional Sámi winter cabins with an optional lavvu night
- All meals included, featuring local ingredients like reindeer meat and Arctic fish
- Activities include snowmobiling, reindeer herding, and cultural guiding
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.