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Short & sweet - meet the reindeer

If you’re short on time, but still want to meet the reindeer, this experience is for you!

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During this visit, you’ll be welcomed to our reindeer enclosure where you can handfeed the animals, take photos, and learn about their important role in Sámi culture.


It’s a perfect taste of the Arctic – short, personal, and unforgettable.
 

Practical Information

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  • Duration: 45 minutes

  • Season: 20.12.2025 – 31.03.2026

  • When: Every day 10:00–10:45 or 17:00–17:45 or upon request
     

Included

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  • Short introduction to Sámi culture

  • Handfeeding reindeer

  • Time for photos
     

What to bring

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  • Warm winter clothing

  • Boots, hat, mittens

  • Camera (optional)

  • Head lamp
     

Prices

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  • Adults: NOK 850,-

  • Children (4–12 years): NOK 450,-

  • Children under 4 years: Free

  • Groups of 8+ persons: NOK 700,- per person​

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Booking

Please contact us for booking 

​Phone/whatsapp: +4797100055

What our guests say

"Nice visit to the Giron siida, and fun to be able to get so close to the reindeer and handfeed them - unique experience. Coming back next winter".

- Ann Mari from Norway

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Contact

Ragne Kristine Smuk

post@vesterelva.com

+4797100055

Vesterelv

9840 Varangerbotn

NORWAY

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