Aktivitetstype: Private Tours

Join us on a fascinating journey in and around Alta, the city of the Northern Lights. Together, we will shed light on the historical significance of this unique natural spectacle, take a look behind the scenes and then set off in search of the Nordic souls dancing in the sky.

Start your arctic adventure with an interesting introduction to northern lights in Alta’s most iconic building; the Northern Light Cathedral. Visit the town’s new parish church, which combines ancient Christian values with the rich Nordic nature in its unique modern design, both inside and out.You will then travel back in time to understand the importance that Aurora Borealis played in and around Alta for centuries. Take a peek behind the mesmerizing, colorful curtains and immerse yourself in the fascinating physics behind one of nature’s most spectacular phenomena. Discover why Alta is still one of the best places in the world to observe the dancing lights.Finally, together with your experienced guide, you will search for the indigenous spirits that dance across the sky on many nights. Far away from distracting artificial light sources, we keep an eye out for Lady Aurora, who has been inspiring awe and wonder in people for thousands of years, while we let the clear, cold polar air flow through our lungs.

Alta was deeply affected World War 2 -first occupied by thousands of soldiers and finally burned down near the end of the war.

This tour will explore this story in more depth, with a special focus on the battleship Tirpitz that was anchoured in Kåfjord, just a short distance outside of Alta.
The group will travel by guided bus to the Tirpitz Museum, located in Kårfjod. Founded by local resident Even Blomqvist, the museum is home to a fascinating array of objects and photographs from the War and the Tirpitz that help bring the subject in to focus.
While at the museum, groups are typically split in half, with one st of people seeing a film about the Tirpitz, and the other group roaming through the museum on a guided tour (the proups will switch places halfway through).
After the museum visit, the bus tour resumes and includes sites relevant to World War 2, the Tirpitz, and also some other aspects of life in Alta, before returning the group to the pier.

Experience the fascinating beauty of Northern Norway on a scenic round trip along the Altafjord. This tour combines spectacular nature, intriguing history, and charming coastal villages.

The first stop takes you to the impressive Northern Lights Cathedral in Alta. This architectural masterpiece made of glass and titanium is dedicated to the magical phenomenon of the Aurora Borealis. Inside, you’ll learn more about the Northern Lights and their significance to the region. A visit is included and offers a fascinating introduction to the tour.Next, we continue to Kåfjord, a place with a rich history. In the 19th century, Kåfjord was a center for copper mining. During World War II, the German battleship Tirpitz was hidden in the fjord. To this day, clear bomb craters are visible—remnants of the allied attacks. At a photo stop at the bomb crater near the Kåfjord Bridge, you’ll enjoy an impressive view of the fjord and the bridge structure. We then reach the idyllic fishing village of Talvik. Here, you’ll find traditional wooden houses, a small church, and the peaceful atmosphere of a coastal village. It’s perfect for a short walk and more photo stops by the water.From Talvik, we continue to Isnestoften, a cozy fishing village on the Altafjord. At the pier, we serve coffee and hot juice while you enjoy the fresh sea air, admire the view, and soak in the peaceful atmosphere of the fjord.After an eventful day, we return to Alta. There may still be time for a last look at the Northern Lights Cathedral, which especially shines in the evening light during the dark winter months

Experience the magical winter landscape and the spectacular fun of snowmobiling. If you are lucky the Northern Lights will be dancing above, you during the evening.

Join an unforgettable snowmobile safari above the Arctic Circle and experience true arctic wilderness and remoteness on Finnmarksvidda, Europe’s largest mountain plateau. Upon arrival at Gargia Lodge we will start the evening with an informative brief, where we’ll give you an understanding of the phenomenon and what we can expect on today’s excursion.

The tour will take you through a snow-covered forest all the way up to the Beskades Mountain range, the beginning of Finnmarksvidda. If we are lucky, we will get to see the magnificent northern lights dancing across the sky on our trip or be treated with a beautiful arctic night sky. Even though this tour is not focused on hunting the Northern Lights, being outside on a dark winter evening might give a wonderful opportunity to witness the lights while going out on this adventure

Alta is a small town, but there are still hidden interesting gems scattered throughout the area. This tour will take you to some of those places, and your own, dedicated guide will help make it a genuinely personal experience for you.

One of our guides from Boreal Adventure will meet you in Alta and take you to the edge of town where the Alta Museum sits along the edge of Alta Fjord, surrounded by ancient rock carvings. The carvings, dating from between 6,000 and 2,000 years ago, show fascinating, fleeting glimpses into the lives of people who lived here after the end of the last ice age. Though the outdoor carvings are covered with snow in the winter, the museum itself has a good sample of carvings and photos of the carvings (including many that are off-limits to the public all year). The rest of the museum has exhibits on local cultural themes, plus a souvenir shop with high quality local products and a coffee shop that serves fresh waffles. Your guide is available to take you through the exhibits or let you explore on your own, or just sit and chat with you about life in Alta and Norway. The museum’s coffee shop has one of the best views of Alta Fjord, so it’s the perfect place to have a relaxing conversation.

Your next stop will be the Northern Lights Cathedral in city center, where your guide will tell you about the history, construction and symbolism of the town’s newest landmark. You’ll see both outside and inside of this unique structure, and then head downstairs to a movie with northern lights form Alta. As part of the tour, your guide will take you around on a short driving tour of Alta, where you can see the historic slate dock and the old Alta Church, the only building in Alta still standing after World War II. You’ll be able to stop for pictures along the way.

North Cape, celebrated as the northernmost point of Europe’s land, is a very popular destination for travelers from around the world. But it’s not the easiest place to get to, especially for people who are planning activities in Alta, Tromsø¸or other cities in the north. This tour provides you with a luxurious alternative to taking public transit buses in order to reach this remote destination. More convenient, and much more fun!

You’ll start from Alta in the morning with your own guide. You’ll travel through the forested valleys around Alta, and then up and onto the rough and rugged Finnmarksvidda high plateau. The journey will take you through the windswept, snowy wilderness to the coast, and along the way your guide can slow down or stop for an occasional picture. And of course, our guides are full of stories and information to make the long journey go quickly by.

Once at North Cape, you’ll receive a certificate to commemorate your journey, stamped with North Cape’s exclusive seal, and a glass of sparkling wine to celebrate. There will be plenty of time to explore the visitor center there and wander out to the big iron globe. Look around and look out to the open ocean… it really does feel like the start or end of the whole world! You can eat lunch at either a coffee shop or in the Kompassen restaurant while you are at North Cape. When your visit is complete, your guide will bring you safely back to Alta again.

This is a special version of a tour that is normally only available for large groups. You’ll take a private tour to learn about and experience old Sami traditions, just you and your host. The tour starts in Alta. You will be picked up by a guide and drive out with your car to the Sami town of Maze. Along the way, you’ll have a one-on-one guided tour with one of our best guides who can tell you about life in Alta and Norway, the history of the area, and details about the history and future of the Sami people.

When you arrive in Maze, you will be greeted by a member of a local reindeer-herding family, clothed in a traditional winter outfit. After introductions are complete, you’ll meet a few frisky reindeer, and try out a brief but exciting (and occasionally unpredictable) reindeer sled ride at the compound. Your host and guide will help you start the sled, but after that it’s up to you to hang on and have fun!

After the fun reindeer ride, you are ushered into a large lavvo, a traditional Sami tent that features a fire in the center. Over coffee and delicious dried reindeer meat snacks (or lunch if you prefer), you’ll spend the rest of your two-hour stay talking with your host about the old days and old ways of the Sami. You’ll even hear joiking, the chantlike song of the Sami, and get a chance to try it yourself in a fun way.

With the visit complete, you’ll say goodbye to the world of the Sami and return to Alta. If there’s time remaining, we will extend the tour to show you a few extra sights around town.

Duration is approx. 4,5 hours and includes two hours at the Sami camp in Maze, and 2.5 hours of private guiding and driving, along with transport, and snacks/lunch at the Sami camp. The tour is guaranteed to be exclusive, so only your guided group will be at the Sami camp during the tour. (Group size 2-8 people)

This tour is all about exploring the Northern Lights and you’ll spend the time finding the best location for aurora viewing. We will start the evening with an informative brief, where we’ll give you an understanding of the phenomenon and what we can expect on today’s tour.

We can’t tell you beforehand where this tour takes you other than that we will follow the weather forecast and drive away from the city to a location where there’s total darkness. We search for the Northern Lights by heading to secluded areas only accessible by car and local knowledge. If the sky is clear, you might be lucky enough to see a spectacular Northern Light blaze on the night sky.

Changes can be made regarding weather conditions. We use safe and comfortable vans with 4WD and winter tires with spikes. We cannot guarantee to see the northern lights. Warm thermal suite can be borrowed.