Nutti Sami Siida is a Sami ecotourism company located in Jukkasjärvi, where you can visit their open-air museum called Márkanbáiki. Here, you can explore Sami tradition and history, and satisfy your hunger at Ovttas, their restaurant, cafe, and bar.
Insight into Sami culture
Nutti Sami Sida serves as a cultural center where visitors have the opportunity to explore Sami culture and lifestyle. Here, you can learn about the history of the Sami people, their relationship with nature, and the importance of reindeer in their daily lives. Through various programs and activities, visitors gain a deeper insight into the culture that stretches back thousands of years.
Shop with authentic Sami handicrafts and delicacies
When you visit Nutti Sami Siida, you can look forward to a unique selection of crafts that truly represent the Sami culture. Sami handicrafts are called Duodji.
Here you can find a range of beautiful items, including horn products, wood products, textile products, Sami silver jewelry, and reindeer hides. These unique products are created with great care and traditional techniques.
By purchasing duodji from the store, you actively contribute to supporting local Sami traditions and craftspeople. Your support helps preserve and promote the rich Sami culture.
Food, experiences and events
Visitors can also enjoy Sami food at Nutti Sami Siida, where local ingredients are used to create these dishes. Tasting dishes such as reindeer meat and various berries is part of the experience, giving a taste of the Sami lifestyle.
At Ovttas, you can have coffee, lunch, and enjoy an à la carte menu in the evening. It is also possible to book the restaurant for private parties, and during certain parts of the year when there is less occupancy, Ovttas can be used for conferences. Imagine getting away from the usual conference rooms and sitting next to an open fire that warms the room.
For larger groups who want to organize something at Nutti Sami Siida, they have access to lavvus that can accommodate up to 150 seated guests, where traditional joik can be provided if desired.
One experience you can have at Nutti Sami Siida is the reindeer sled excursion – Vuoján. You control your own reindeer and sled on an approximately 10 km long trail through the vast and fantastic winter landscape of Sápmi. This is a unique and practical eco-experience for outdoor enthusiasts who want to participate in a genuine Sami tradition.