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River-boat Trip to Alta Canyon
Experience the raw, Arctic wilderness on a riverboat up the Alta River
Experience the raw, Arctic wilderness front-row — on a riverboat up the Alta River, all the way into the heart of Alta Canyon.
Join us on our truly unique riverboat tour to Alta Canyon, where the landscape gradually transforms from lush river plains to dramatic mountain walls and roaring rapids. The trip starts calmly on the lower section of the river, winding through green scenery of birch, pine, and small farms, before the river narrows and the rapids increase. Here, you’ll encounter West Finnmark and the Alta River at their most spectacular. We travel into the very heart of Alta Canyon, Northern Europe’s largest canyon. With steep cliffs rising up to 400 meters above us and a length exceeding 10 km, it’s a sight that leaves most people breathless.
The highlight is reaching Steinfossen, also known as Gabo — the uppermost point on the river that boats can reach. Here, the landscape opens up in all its grandeur. With close proximity to nature, the canyon, the river, and the waterfalls, you truly feel the might of the wilderness in the north. The guide shares stories about the natural environment, the river, and fishing culture, and tells of the mysterious “Gabokjerringa,” said to watch over the salmon — but only rewarding fishermen who offer her strong spirits…
Join Æventyr — these are memories that last forever!
Practical Information:
- Duration: Approx. 2 hours
- Departure: From Bollo on the river; see detailed departure location
- Includes: Round-trip riverboat tour, coffee/tea, snacks, guide, life jacket, and storytelling
- Recommended: Dress for the weather — we suggest a windproof jacket, sturdy shoes, and wool base layers
- Capacity: 5–7 people
- For individual travel bookings:
- For all accommodation products, the following cancellation fees apply:
- More than 24 hours to check-in: Free cancellation
- 24 hours or less to check-in/no show: No refund
- Different policies apply for group bookings
- You can find our full cancellation policy here
- This trip is not recommended for those who have back problems or for those who are pregnant.
- Passengers must be at least 120cm tall to be able to join this trip for safety reasons.
- 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 individual travel bookings:
- For all accommodation products, the following cancellation fees apply:
- More than 24 hours to check-in: Free cancellation
- 24 hours or less to check-in/no show: No refund
- Different policies apply for group bookings
- You can find our full cancellation policy here
- This trip is not recommended for those who have back problems or for those who are pregnant.
- Passengers must be at least 120cm tall to be able to join this trip for safety reasons.
- 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.
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Why Æventyr?
Our motto is to create memories that last forever. With over 7 years experience in Alta and countless years of experience between our guides and management we know exactly how to make your trip to Alta the best experience of your journey to Northern Norway
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