The 12 Farm Visits in Scandinavia That Earn Their Price

1.Puppy Training Experience at a Husky Farm in Tromso

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 79 reviews · 4 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $176Our pick

Spend about 4.5 hours at Tromsø Villmarkssenter helping train husky puppies, walking older dogs, and meeting the adult team. Guides such as Nadja and Gina lead hands-on sessions, with lunch, transport from Radisson Blu, rubber boots, and waterproof clothing included.

“Despite the weather being wet and miserable this was such a fun and educational day. With both my husband and I being huge dog lovers we were completely in our element. A must do for all ages. Would definitely do again. Everything was provided such as waterproof clothing and lunch as well as pick up from hotel. All staff were knowledgeable, friendly and helpful and curious to know where all their guests had traveled from.”

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2.Reindeer Sledding, Feeding And Sami Culture At Reindeer Farm

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 76 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $215

Travel from Tromsø through Lavangsdalen and along Balsfjord to a Sámi reindeer farm. Feed the animals, take a short sled ride, hear stories from local hosts, and warm up with soup, coffee, and tea. Warm clothing is supplied, and guides such as Elias, Andreas, and Nils have helped make the visit personal.

“The main enjoyment came from learning about the Sami culture. The owner, Nils, was the ideal host - knowledgable, interesting & entertaining. Feeding the reindeer & experiencing a sled ride added to the experience & additional information from the tour guide during the bus journey was appreciated.”

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3.Sleigh Ride w/ snacks – Experience Arctic Farm Life

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 53 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $183

Leave Alta with hosts from Omdal Gard for a 30 to 40 minute ride behind Norwegian Fjord horses. Afterward, warm up in a Sami lavvu with coffee, pastries, and cured meat, then meet the farm’s sheep and horses. Anniken, Marit, Viggo, or other family members may host.

“A great outdoor experience in a fur lined sleigh. Pick up from port and taken expertly by four wheel car to a family farm….followed first by introduction to livestock….sheep housed in large warm barn and then by hot drinks and snacks in Sami lavuu.”

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4.Haugesund Viking Cruise – The Viking Farm and Viking Planet

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 37 reviews · 3 hours · from $156

Meet your English-speaking local guide near Haugesund’s cruise terminal, take a comfortable boat to Bukkøy’s Viking Farm, and see reconstructed Norse buildings and daily life. Finish at the digital Viking Planet museum, where films, effects, and green-screen photos bring Viking history to life.

“Enjoyed all the information we received about Viking life. Our guide was excellent. He has dual citizenship in Norway and Australia and was well spoken with great insights into Norwegian life too. The farm was very interesting. The young lady in costume that was our guide there was very knowledgeable about Viking life. We found the visit to Viking planet to be very informative. We especially enjoyed the opportunity to take pictures with a green screen that turned us into Vikings. Would recommend this if you want to understand the Viking history and lifestyle.”

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5.Sleigh Ride w/ Tapas Meal – Experience Arctic Farm Life

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 30 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $236

Anniken, Viggo, and their family take you from Alta to Omdal Gard, a working family farm about 30 minutes away. You ride behind Norwegian fjord horses, meet sheep and other animals, then eat local salmon, reindeer, lamb, cheese, and fish in a fire-warmed Sami lavvo.

“Wonderful being able to be up close and touch the ponies and sheep, and to learn how a small family sheep farm operates. Local food - sausage, meat, cheese was wonderful, and sleigh ride was beautiful.”

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6.Ljøen, Hellesylt: Ljøen Farm Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 24 reviews · 1 hour · from $62

From Hellesylt, a short bus ride takes you to the Bonsaksen family farm above the Geirangerfjord. Meet llamas, hear stories about mountain farming, and enjoy coffee, tea, and Norwegian waffles while looking across three fjords. The English-speaking Bonseye tour lasts about one hour.

“We went to visit this lovely farm while on a cruise. The transport and meeting point were super easy to find and everyone at port was very friendly! A speedy coach ride to the farm. We enjoyed our waffles and the owners were just soo lovely and welcoming ! Our children loved meeting and feeding the lamas! A highlight of our trip to learn all about Norwegian landscape and farming! The views are breathtaking from the farm! Highly recommend trip xx”

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7.A time travelling adventure to “The Viking Farm”, Avaldsnes+TVP.

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 18 reviews · from $140

Meet at Haugesund’s cruise port for a guided boat ride through Karmsundet to Bukkøy’s Viking Farm. Explore reconstructed longhouses, hear local stories, then visit The Viking Planet. The three-hour outing suits families and Viking fans, though part of the farm visit may be lecture-based.

“This was an amazing excursion the viking farm was great and the chieftain was full of facts and happy too speak too you about anything a must do on ur trip”

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8.Lofoten (Stamsund and Leknes): Aimees Farm Experience

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 13 reviews · 3 hours · from $173

Aimee Cathrin Larsen welcomes you to her farm between Stamsund and Leknes for a guided animal visit and five-course dinner. Taste Highland cattle, Mangalitsa pork, and Lofotlam, with stories about the small producers behind each dish. English and Norwegian are spoken.

“Exceptional Experience that was unique and very memorable. Highly recommended. Unique opportunity to connect with a Local family in Loften.”

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9.Lyngen Horse Stud Farm Visit

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 7 reviews · 2 hours · from $188

Visit Tromsø Lyngshest in Krokelvdalen for two hours with a Norwegian or English-speaking guide. Meet mares, foals, stallions, and young horses, hear how the Lyngshest served Northern Norway, and ride if conditions allow. The group is limited to eight, and riding is optional.

“Amazing experience and amazing people. It felt like being catapulted in another era, with the beautiful Norvegian landscape of snow and sea, and the wonderful horses (so gentle, patient and well behaved). My girlfriend and I spent a delightful morning, and we will come back here as soon as we return to Norvay.”

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10.Steim Farm Experience in Vik, Norway

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews · from $30

Spend about 70 minutes at working Steim Farm near Vik with hosts Christina and Gaute. Walk the fields, taste garden strawberries, visit the barn, and meet alpacas and Muscovy ducks. You may also see goats, sheep, horses, baby animals, Vikøyri, and Hove Stone Church.

“Our family booked a tour of the farm and it was fantastic! On vacation from the United States, first time in Norway. So glad we visited this town as well as this farm. We have four adults, a toddler and an infant. We loved seeing the animals, feeding them, walking around the farm, and seeing the amazing views above the town of Vik. Wow! We will be back!”

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11.Geiranger by Royal route, 5 hours with visiting a high-mountain farm

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews

Spend about five hours touring Geiranger with a private guide and vehicle. Follow Eagle Road, visit Queen Sonja’s chair at Flydalsjuvet, stop at Djupvatnet, and enjoy a pre-reserved table at Westerås Restaurant. Bottled water, snacks, and local treats are included. Lunch and the Dalsnibba permit cost extra.

“Absolutely stunning scenery accompanied with a very friendly and informative host, who by the way takes great pictures”

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12.Vik i Sogn: Authentic Farm Visit

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews · from $29Best value

At Steim farm near Vik, your guide leads an 80-minute visit with alpacas, Muscovy ducks, and nearby sheep, goats, and horses. You can feed the animals, take an alpaca selfie, watch ducklings, and enjoy views over Vik and Sognefjorden. Groups are limited to eight.

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