Luleå in Swedish Lapland offers unique opportunities to meet reindeer, explore Sami culture, and enjoy the Arctic wilderness. Several local operators provide unforgettable experiences that immerse visitors in the Sami way of life.

These operators provide a range of experiences to help you discover the rich Sami culture and the wildlife of Swedish Lapland. Whether you want to feed reindeer, enjoy a cultural immersion, or explore the Arctic wilderness, Luleå offers an unforgettable adventure.

Dálvvás 

Dálvvás offers an authentic Sami experience just 10 km from central Luleå in Karlsvik. Visitors learn about reindeer herding and Sami traditions through guided tours led by a local Sami guide. Close encounters with reindeer and insights into the Sami lifestyle makes this a truly immersive cultural experience.

Cape Wild

At Cape Wild, just over 10 minutes from central Luleå, you have the possibility to get really close to tame moose and reindeer. Feed the moose  and reindeer by hand and enjoy a guided tour where you’ll learn about these majestic animals. The experience includes a visit to a cozy timber cabin with a slideshow and the chance to purchase souvenirs. It is also possible to book a tour including lunch with local delicacies cooked on a muurikka over open fire.

Brändön Lodge

At Brändön Lodge,  the local Sami guide Jon-Anders takes you into a reindeer enclosure where you’ll learn about the “year of the reindeer” and the eight Sami seasons. The experience includes a walk with reindeer, a warm campfire gathering and a traditional lunch.

Luleå Travel

The Luleå based company offers a Sami culture experience in Jokkmokk and a reindeer experience in Sjulsmark.

Sami Culture and Reindeer at the Arctic Circle
Located near Jokkmokk, this tour introduces visitors to the Sami way of life. You’ll meet a Sami guide and visit a winter camp, where you’ll enjoy traditional food, listen to joik music, and learn about reindeer herding and Sami culture.

Feed the Reindeer
In this interactive experience, you can feed reindeer by hand and learn about the Sami's close relationship with these animals. The tour also includes a campfire experience with traditional food, storytelling, and even a chance to try lassoing.