Alta
Alta is a town in northern Norway, located in Finnmark. Known as the "City of the Northern Lights," it is a prime location for viewing auroras during winter. The area is home to the UNESCO-listed Alta Rock Carvings, which date back thousands of years. Visitors can explore Sami culture, enjoy dog sledding, or visit the modern Northern Lights Cathedral. Alta also serves as a base for exploring nearby fjords and arctic landscapes.
Hunting the Northern Lights
Alta is an excellent destination for experiencing the Northern Lights. After pick-up, clients will enjoy a warm soup before heading out to areas with minimal light pollution in search of the lights. The driver and guide will select the best location, which may involve a drive of up to 200 km, through coastal areas, fjords, or inland Finnmark. Regular stops will be made to assess the conditions, and photos will be taken if possible. Guides, who are also photographers, can assist with camera settings. Snacks and hot chocolate will be served, and the tour is limited to small groups of up to 8 guests per guide.
Availability: 15th September – 10th April
Departure: 19:00
Duration: 4.5-6 hours
Includes: Transfer from hotel, soup of the evening, warm thermal suits, hot chocolate and snacks, free photos from the tour
Snowshoeing, Husky and Ice-Fishing with Lunch
The trek to the wilderness camp takes clients through peaceful pine forests to a lakeside location known for its abundant fish. Upon arrival, the fire will be lit inside the lavvu (Sami tent) for a cozy lunch. Arctic char is the main fish, and if caught, it will be served fresh; otherwise, other delicacies will be grilled. The area is home to wildlife such as hares, foxes, moose, and eagles. The easy trek takes less than 30 minutes, with equipment pulled by sled by one of the huskies—Javri, Phelps, Atlas, or Bruneo.
Availability: 1st November – 15th April
Departure: 10:00
Duration: 4.5 hours
Includes: Warm thermo suit and over shoes (if necessary), Lunch prepared on open fire, Transport (pick up at your hotel)
Dogsledding
Dogsledding in Alta offers a unique way to experience the Arctic landscape. Small groups of up to 8 guests share a sled, alternating between being a passenger and driver. Guides, expert mushers, will provide personalized attention and share their knowledge of dog handling. Clients will journey with Alaskan Huskies through the tracks used for Finnmarksløpet training, along the Alta River. Upon return to the husky farm, clients can interact with the dogs before enjoying snacks and learning about life with huskies around the fire in the Lavvo.
Availability: 1st November – 30th April
Departure: 09:30, 11:00, 16:00
Duration: 2.5 hour (approx. 1 hour dog sledding)
Included: Transfer to/from Alta Centre, winter clothing, storytelling in Traditional Sami Lavvo with hot drinks and snacks.
Note: Min. age is 5 years.
Snowmobile Safari
The Arctic Adventure on Finnmarksvidda by snowmobile takes clients outside of Alta to a 150-year-old mountain lodge in Gargia Valley, where they will learn about local history and Arctic life. After preparation for the ride, the journey follows the old postal road to the edge of Finnmarksvidda, reaching the Beskades mountain range. Through snow-covered forests, clients will travel up to expansive mountain plains, surrounded by snow and sky in all directions. Snowmobiles are ridden in pairs, with the opportunity to switch between driver and passenger.
Availability: 1st December to 30th April
Departure: 10:00
Duration: 4 hours (approx. 2 hours snowmobile driving)
Includes: Guide, thermal suit, winter boots, gloves, helmet, warm beverages and snacks
Note: Only the holders of a valid B class drivers license are allowed to drive a snowmobile in Norway. You are required to present your license for verification before taking part on the ride. Guests without a valid driving license are only allowed to be passengers.
Hunting the Northern Lights
Alta is an excellent destination for experiencing the Northern Lights. After pick-up, clients will enjoy a warm soup before heading out to areas with minimal light pollution in search of the lights. The driver and guide will select the best location, which may involve a drive of up to 200 km, through coastal areas, fjords, or inland Finnmark. Regular stops will be made to assess the conditions, and photos will be taken if possible. Guides, who are also photographers, can assist with camera settings. Snacks and hot chocolate will be served, and the tour is limited to small groups of up to 8 guests per guide.
Availability: 15th September – 10th April
Departure: 19:00
Duration: 4.5-6 hours
Includes: Transfer from hotel, soup of the evening, warm thermal suits, hot chocolate and snacks, free photos from the tour
Hunting the Northern Lights
Alta is an excellent destination for experiencing the Northern Lights. After pick-up, clients will enjoy a warm soup before heading out to areas with minimal light pollution in search of the lights. The driver and guide will select the best location, which may involve a drive of up to 200 km, through coastal areas, fjords, or inland Finnmark. Regular stops will be made to assess the conditions, and photos will be taken if possible. Guides, who are also photographers, can assist with camera settings. Snacks and hot chocolate will be served, and the tour is limited to small groups of up to 8 guests per guide.
Availability: 15th September – 10th April
Departure: 19:00
Duration: 4.5-6 hours
Includes: Transfer from hotel, soup of the evening, warm thermal suits, hot chocolate and snacks, free photos from the tour
Snowmobile Safari
The Arctic Adventure on Finnmarksvidda by snowmobile takes clients outside of Alta to a 150-year-old mountain lodge in Gargia Valley, where they will learn about local history and Arctic life. After preparation for the ride, the journey follows the old postal road to the edge of Finnmarksvidda, reaching the Beskades mountain range. Through snow-covered forests, clients will travel up to expansive mountain plains, surrounded by snow and sky in all directions. Snowmobiles are ridden in pairs, with the opportunity to switch between driver and passenger.
Availability: 1st December to 30th April
Departure: 10:00
Duration: 4 hours (approx. 2 hours snowmobile driving)
Includes: Guide, thermal suit, winter boots, gloves, helmet, warm beverages and snacks
Note: Only the holders of a valid B class drivers license are allowed to drive a snowmobile in Norway. You are required to present your license for verification before taking part on the ride. Guests without a valid driving license are only allowed to be passengers.
Snowmobile Safari
The Arctic Adventure on Finnmarksvidda by snowmobile takes clients outside of Alta to a 150-year-old mountain lodge in Gargia Valley, where they will learn about local history and Arctic life. After preparation for the ride, the journey follows the old postal road to the edge of Finnmarksvidda, reaching the Beskades mountain range. Through snow-covered forests, clients will travel up to expansive mountain plains, surrounded by snow and sky in all directions. Snowmobiles are ridden in pairs, with the opportunity to switch between driver and passenger.
Availability: 1st December to 30th April
Departure: 10:00
Duration: 4 hours (approx. 2 hours snowmobile driving)
Includes: Guide, thermal suit, winter boots, gloves, helmet, warm beverages and snacks
Note: Only the holders of a valid B class drivers license are allowed to drive a snowmobile in Norway. You are required to present your license for verification before taking part on the ride. Guests without a valid driving license are only allowed to be passengers.
Dogsledding
Dogsledding in Alta offers a unique way to experience the Arctic landscape. Small groups of up to 8 guests share a sled, alternating between being a passenger and driver. Guides, expert mushers, will provide personalized attention and share their knowledge of dog handling. Clients will journey with Alaskan Huskies through the tracks used for Finnmarksløpet training, along the Alta River. Upon return to the husky farm, clients can interact with the dogs before enjoying snacks and learning about life with huskies around the fire in the Lavvo.
Availability: 1st November – 30th April
Departure: 09:30, 11:00, 16:00
Duration: 2.5 hour (approx. 1 hour dog sledding)
Included: Transfer to/from Alta Centre, winter clothing, storytelling in Traditional Sami Lavvo with hot drinks and snacks.
Note: Min. age is 5 years.
Dogsledding
Dogsledding in Alta offers a unique way to experience the Arctic landscape. Small groups of up to 8 guests share a sled, alternating between being a passenger and driver. Guides, expert mushers, will provide personalized attention and share their knowledge of dog handling. Clients will journey with Alaskan Huskies through the tracks used for Finnmarksløpet training, along the Alta River. Upon return to the husky farm, clients can interact with the dogs before enjoying snacks and learning about life with huskies around the fire in the Lavvo.
Availability: 1st November – 30th April
Departure: 09:30, 11:00, 16:00
Duration: 2.5 hour (approx. 1 hour dog sledding)
Included: Transfer to/from Alta Centre, winter clothing, storytelling in Traditional Sami Lavvo with hot drinks and snacks.
Note: Min. age is 5 years.
Snowshoeing, Husky and Ice-Fishing with Lunch
The trek to the wilderness camp takes clients through peaceful pine forests to a lakeside location known for its abundant fish. Upon arrival, the fire will be lit inside the lavvu (Sami tent) for a cozy lunch. Arctic char is the main fish, and if caught, it will be served fresh; otherwise, other delicacies will be grilled. The area is home to wildlife such as hares, foxes, moose, and eagles. The easy trek takes less than 30 minutes, with equipment pulled by sled by one of the huskies—Javri, Phelps, Atlas, or Bruneo.
Availability: 1st November – 15th April
Departure: 10:00
Duration: 4.5 hours
Includes: Warm thermo suit and over shoes (if necessary), Lunch prepared on open fire, Transport (pick up at your hotel)
Snowshoeing, Husky and Ice-Fishing with Lunch
The trek to the wilderness camp takes clients through peaceful pine forests to a lakeside location known for its abundant fish. Upon arrival, the fire will be lit inside the lavvu (Sami tent) for a cozy lunch. Arctic char is the main fish, and if caught, it will be served fresh; otherwise, other delicacies will be grilled. The area is home to wildlife such as hares, foxes, moose, and eagles. The easy trek takes less than 30 minutes, with equipment pulled by sled by one of the huskies—Javri, Phelps, Atlas, or Bruneo.
Availability: 1st November – 15th April
Departure: 10:00
Duration: 4.5 hours
Includes: Warm thermo suit and over shoes (if necessary), Lunch prepared on open fire, Transport (pick up at your hotel)
Hunting the Northern Lights
Alta is an excellent destination for experiencing the Northern Lights. After pick-up, clients will enjoy a warm soup before heading out to areas with minimal light pollution in search of the lights. The driver and guide will select the best location, which may involve a drive of up to 200 km, through coastal areas, fjords, or inland Finnmark. Regular stops will be made to assess the conditions, and photos will be taken if possible. Guides, who are also photographers, can assist with camera settings. Snacks and hot chocolate will be served, and the tour is limited to small groups of up to 8 guests per guide.
Availability: 15th September – 10th April
Departure: 19:00
Duration: 4.5-6 hours
Includes: Transfer from hotel, soup of the evening, warm thermal suits, hot chocolate and snacks, free photos from the tour
Hunting the Northern Lights
Alta is an excellent destination for experiencing the Northern Lights. After pick-up, clients will enjoy a warm soup before heading out to areas with minimal light pollution in search of the lights. The driver and guide will select the best location, which may involve a drive of up to 200 km, through coastal areas, fjords, or inland Finnmark. Regular stops will be made to assess the conditions, and photos will be taken if possible. Guides, who are also photographers, can assist with camera settings. Snacks and hot chocolate will be served, and the tour is limited to small groups of up to 8 guests per guide.
Availability: 15th September – 10th April
Departure: 19:00
Duration: 4.5-6 hours
Includes: Transfer from hotel, soup of the evening, warm thermal suits, hot chocolate and snacks, free photos from the tour
Dogsledding
Dogsledding in Alta offers a unique way to experience the Arctic landscape. Small groups of up to 8 guests share a sled, alternating between being a passenger and driver. Guides, expert mushers, will provide personalized attention and share their knowledge of dog handling. Clients will journey with Alaskan Huskies through the tracks used for Finnmarksløpet training, along the Alta River. Upon return to the husky farm, clients can interact with the dogs before enjoying snacks and learning about life with huskies around the fire in the Lavvo.
Availability: 1st November – 30th April
Departure: 09:30, 11:00, 16:00
Duration: 2.5 hour (approx. 1 hour dog sledding)
Included: Transfer to/from Alta Centre, winter clothing, storytelling in Traditional Sami Lavvo with hot drinks and snacks.
Note: Min. age is 5 years.
Dogsledding
Dogsledding in Alta offers a unique way to experience the Arctic landscape. Small groups of up to 8 guests share a sled, alternating between being a passenger and driver. Guides, expert mushers, will provide personalized attention and share their knowledge of dog handling. Clients will journey with Alaskan Huskies through the tracks used for Finnmarksløpet training, along the Alta River. Upon return to the husky farm, clients can interact with the dogs before enjoying snacks and learning about life with huskies around the fire in the Lavvo.
Availability: 1st November – 30th April
Departure: 09:30, 11:00, 16:00
Duration: 2.5 hour (approx. 1 hour dog sledding)
Included: Transfer to/from Alta Centre, winter clothing, storytelling in Traditional Sami Lavvo with hot drinks and snacks.
Note: Min. age is 5 years.
Snowmobile Safari
The Arctic Adventure on Finnmarksvidda by snowmobile takes clients outside of Alta to a 150-year-old mountain lodge in Gargia Valley, where they will learn about local history and Arctic life. After preparation for the ride, the journey follows the old postal road to the edge of Finnmarksvidda, reaching the Beskades mountain range. Through snow-covered forests, clients will travel up to expansive mountain plains, surrounded by snow and sky in all directions. Snowmobiles are ridden in pairs, with the opportunity to switch between driver and passenger.
Availability: 1st December to 30th April
Departure: 10:00
Duration: 4 hours (approx. 2 hours snowmobile driving)
Includes: Guide, thermal suit, winter boots, gloves, helmet, warm beverages and snacks
Note: Only the holders of a valid B class drivers license are allowed to drive a snowmobile in Norway. You are required to present your license for verification before taking part on the ride. Guests without a valid driving license are only allowed to be passengers.
Snowmobile Safari
The Arctic Adventure on Finnmarksvidda by snowmobile takes clients outside of Alta to a 150-year-old mountain lodge in Gargia Valley, where they will learn about local history and Arctic life. After preparation for the ride, the journey follows the old postal road to the edge of Finnmarksvidda, reaching the Beskades mountain range. Through snow-covered forests, clients will travel up to expansive mountain plains, surrounded by snow and sky in all directions. Snowmobiles are ridden in pairs, with the opportunity to switch between driver and passenger.
Availability: 1st December to 30th April
Departure: 10:00
Duration: 4 hours (approx. 2 hours snowmobile driving)
Includes: Guide, thermal suit, winter boots, gloves, helmet, warm beverages and snacks
Note: Only the holders of a valid B class drivers license are allowed to drive a snowmobile in Norway. You are required to present your license for verification before taking part on the ride. Guests without a valid driving license are only allowed to be passengers.
Snowshoeing, Husky and Ice-Fishing with Lunch
The trek to the wilderness camp takes clients through peaceful pine forests to a lakeside location known for its abundant fish. Upon arrival, the fire will be lit inside the lavvu (Sami tent) for a cozy lunch. Arctic char is the main fish, and if caught, it will be served fresh; otherwise, other delicacies will be grilled. The area is home to wildlife such as hares, foxes, moose, and eagles. The easy trek takes less than 30 minutes, with equipment pulled by sled by one of the huskies—Javri, Phelps, Atlas, or Bruneo.
Availability: 1st November – 15th April
Departure: 10:00
Duration: 4.5 hours
Includes: Warm thermo suit and over shoes (if necessary), Lunch prepared on open fire, Transport (pick up at your hotel)
Snowshoeing, Husky and Ice-Fishing with Lunch
The trek to the wilderness camp takes clients through peaceful pine forests to a lakeside location known for its abundant fish. Upon arrival, the fire will be lit inside the lavvu (Sami tent) for a cozy lunch. Arctic char is the main fish, and if caught, it will be served fresh; otherwise, other delicacies will be grilled. The area is home to wildlife such as hares, foxes, moose, and eagles. The easy trek takes less than 30 minutes, with equipment pulled by sled by one of the huskies—Javri, Phelps, Atlas, or Bruneo.
Availability: 1st November – 15th April
Departure: 10:00
Duration: 4.5 hours
Includes: Warm thermo suit and over shoes (if necessary), Lunch prepared on open fire, Transport (pick up at your hotel)
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