Norway Snowshoeing Tour in Alta: Family Arctic Adventure

No. This tour is designed to be accessible to complete beginners, and you don't need any previous snowshoeing experience.

Before setting off, your guide will help you with your snowshoes and poles and explain the basic technique. The group then moves at a comfortable pace so you'll have time to get used to walking on snowshoes.

Snowshoeing takes a little getting used to, but you don't need any special skills or previous experience for this tour. Snowshoes distribute your weight across the snow, allowing you to walk across winter terrain that would otherwise be much harder to cross on foot.

Your guide will show you the basics before you begin, and the route is rated Easy.

The experience is rated Easy, with the pace focused on comfort rather than covering as much distance as possible.

There is a gradual climb as you move from the forest towards the mountain viewpoint, but this is designed as the most accessible of Outdoor Norway's snowshoe adventures around Alta.

Yes. The minimum age is 5 years old, making this a good option for families looking for an active but approachable winter experience.

The relaxed pace and beginner-friendly route make it considerably more accessible than the longer and more demanding Frozen Waterfall snowshoe adventure.

Yes. This tour is specifically suited to families and groups with different levels of outdoor experience.

There's no previous snowshoeing experience required, the difficulty is rated Easy, and children can join from age 5.

This is the easiest and most beginner-friendly of the three snowshoe experiences.

The Northern Lights Snowshoe Adventure combines snowshoeing with an evening outdoors and the possibility of seeing the Aurora, while the Snowshoe Adventure to the Frozen Waterfall is a longer, more physically demanding experience rated Hard.

Choose this tour if you're looking for a relaxed introduction to snowshoeing rather than a more challenging winter adventure.

Snowshoes and poles are provided, along with a thermal suit and winter boots.

You should still arrive wearing warm layers suitable for Arctic winter conditions underneath the provided outer equipment.

Dress in warm, comfortable layers that allow you to move easily. Conditions can change during the walk, so wearing several layers makes it easier to adjust as you warm up or cool down.

A thermal suit and winter boots are provided as part of the tour.

The route takes you through the snow-covered forest surrounding Gargia before gradually climbing towards more open mountain terrain.

The destination is a quiet viewpoint overlooking the surrounding winter landscape before you make your way back.

The complete experience lasts approximately four hours.

That includes the transfer, getting ready and learning the basic snowshoeing technique, the guided walk itself, and time for warm beverages and snacks.

This tour operates from November through April, subject to suitable winter and snow conditions.

The exact experience can naturally vary throughout the season depending on snowfall and weather.

The standard meeting point is Canyon Hotel, Markedsgata 6, 9510 Alta, where guests should arrive 15 minutes before departure.

Transfer is included, and you can also arrange to meet directly at Gargia Lodge. Other pickup points may be available on request.

Yes. Transfer is included with the tour.

The standard meeting point is Canyon Hotel in Alta, or you can meet directly at Gargia Lodge.

The tour accommodates between 2 and 16 participants.

A thermal suit and winter boots are included, but you should still arrive dressed in warm layers appropriate for winter in Northern Norway.

Layering is particularly useful for snowshoeing because you'll naturally warm up while walking and may want to adjust your clothing along the way.

Yes. Warm beverages and snacks are included as part of the experience.

Winter weather in Northern Norway can change quickly, so your guide may adjust the route when necessary based on conditions on the day.

For bookings of up to 9 guests, cancellations made 10 or more days before departure receive a full refund. Cancellations made 4–9 days before departure receive a 50% refund, while cancellations within 4 days of departure are non-refundable.

Groups of 10 or more follow a separate cancellation schedule outlined in the Terms and Conditions.

Tipping isn't customary or expected in Norway. If you've particularly enjoyed your experience and would like to tip your guide, you're welcome to do so, but it's entirely optional.

Payment is made by card at booking. Groups of 10 or more can arrange payment by invoice, due within 10 days of booking.