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Sámi guesthouse on the banks of the Tana River

Polmakmoen Gjestegård is located on the banks of the Tana River in Polmak, Tana municipality. Here you can stay in gammes, cabins and the main house, enjoy Arctic cuisine in Stjernegammen and experience salmon fishing, Sámi culture and wilderness in peaceful surroundings.

Varanger Spirit. Sami Heritage. Modern Comfort.

Hotel in Varangerbotn with Sami heritage and modern comfort. Located between Vadsø, Tana and Kirkenes.

Modern holiday home with views over Varangerfjorden

Spacious, modern holiday home in Varangerbotn in Nesseby (Unjárga) with panoramic views over Varangerfjorden and accommodation for multiple guests — near hiking and skiing trails and the archaeological site Ceavccageђge/Mortensnes.

Cafe and kiosk at the head of Varangerfjord

Varangerbotn Kafe is a charming little stop at the innermost bay of Varangerfjord. Perfect for travelers along E6 who want coffee and a bite to eat in beautiful natural surroundings.

Meeting place for food, music and community

Gastropub in Tana bru – burgers, pizza, fish & chips, craft beer and wine, with live music and events.

Local food with passion by Varangerfjorden

Bugøynes Bistro – called Bistroen by locals – was established in 2015 and serves local cuisine from the Barents Sea and surrounding areas. Many travel far for the local specialty of king crab.

Dog sledding and Arctic adventures in Varanger

Arctic Challenge Varanger offers authentic dog sledding and wilderness adventures in Varanger, far north in Finnmark. Small groups, real mushers and working sled dogs – from short day trips to multi-day expeditions across tundra, taiga and fjords.

Dog sledding and silence in Tana Valley

Dog sledding with Alaskan huskies in Tana – drive your own team under the northern lights and bright spring nights, or join Dag Broch on multi-day wilderness expeditions in Finnmark.

Meet the reindeer and Sámi culture up close

Giron siida is a Sámi experience in Varangerbotn where Ragne Kristine Smuk welcomes guests to meet reindeer up close, share stories by the fire, and gain insight into Sámi reindeer herding culture.