Northern Lights Snowshoe Adventure
Chase the aurora on snowshoes, a magical evening under the Arctic sky.
There are few things as breathtaking as standing in a silent Arctic forest while the Northern Lights dance overhead. On this snowshoe hike, that is exactly what you set out to experience.
This easy, guided hike leads you along a gentle trail through snow-covered forests, where the only sounds are the soft crunch of snow beneath your feet. Your local guide sets an unhurried pace, sharing stories of the landscape, the night sky, and the Sámi traditions connected to the aurora, turning a simple walk through the dark forest into something truly memorable.
The bonfire stop is a highlight in itself. In a quiet forest clearing, you settle onto a log bench as the fire crackles nearby. With a hot drink in your hands and the green aurora shimmering above, this is the kind of moment you came to Northern Norway for. Take your time, breathe it in, and let your guide tell you when it’s time to head back.
- Professional guide
- Local history
- Coffee/tea & snacks
- Transport
- Headlamp
What to bring: Warm winter clothes, winter boots
- For individual travel bookings:
- For all activity products, the following cancellation fees apply:
- More than 24 hours to departure: Free cancellation
- 24 hours or less to departure/no show: No refund
- Different policies apply for group bookings
- You can find our full cancellation policy here
- We recommend all our guests to have their own travel and health insurance to cover unforeseen events outside the travel operator’s control and injuries.
- The transport time from Alta city center to Gargia is 30–45 minutes, depending on stops and guest pickups along the way
- Wear warm clothes and shoes in accordance with the weather forecast and season.
- Changes may occur due to weather. Æventyr reserves the right to change the itinerary or cancel the trip if the weather conditions appear unsafe or if the minimum number of participants is not met.
- For safety reasons, participation in this activity is not permitted for individuals under the influence of alcohol or drugs. No refunds will be issued if access is denied due to intoxication. By booking, you agree to comply with this policy.
- For individual travel bookings:
- For all activity products, the following cancellation fees apply:
- More than 24 hours to departure: Free cancellation
- 24 hours or less to departure/no show: No refund
- Different policies apply for group bookings
- You can find our full cancellation policy here
- We recommend all our guests to have their own travel and health insurance to cover unforeseen events outside the travel operator’s control and injuries.
- The transport time from Alta city center to Gargia is 30–45 minutes, depending on stops and guest pickups along the way
- Wear warm clothes and shoes in accordance with the weather forecast and season.
- Changes may occur due to weather. Æventyr reserves the right to change the itinerary or cancel the trip if the weather conditions appear unsafe or if the minimum number of participants is not met.
- For safety reasons, participation in this activity is not permitted for individuals under the influence of alcohol or drugs. No refunds will be issued if access is denied due to intoxication. By booking, you agree to comply with this policy.
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