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Coastal scenery safari with local tastings in Tromsø

Activities in Tromsø - Coastal Scenery Safari with Local Lunch in Tromsø - Norway
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A scenic safari to Tromsø’s stunning coastal landscape!

  • This area is full of mountains, fjords, islands, and a fascinating history dating back more than 9,000 years.
  • The safari includes visits to the mountain valley of Kattfjordeidet and the beautiful island of Sommarøy
  • Get to know the Northern Norwegian culture by seeing, tasting, and interacting with local people
Starting point
Tromsø
Duration
6 hr
Season
1 September - 14 April

Tour description

This safari by minibus explores the coastal and island landscape west of Tromsø. As well as dramatic scenery, you will find traces of settlements going back thousands of years. Who were the people who lived here before us? Why did they come? How did they survive the harsh climate and cold winters? A dedicated and knowledgeable guide will answer these questions and many more in detail during the trip.
The safari combines nature and culture, including sampling the local food, so you will get the best of both worlds. Salmon-, reindeer- of vegetarian wraps will be served at the beautiful island of Sommarøy and during the trip, there will be several stops along the way. In this way, you can touch, feel and take pleasure in the dramatic scenery, as well as filling up your camera memory card!
This is a tour for the entire family, and you will get the opportunity to ask questions, take pictures and stretch your legs in an amazing Arctic environment that can spellbind even the most seasoned of travelers.

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