Aktivitetstype: Hiking & Biking

Embark on a captivating winter journey through the snow-covered forests of Alta, where the allure of outdoor life in Finnmark beckons. As you step onto the trail leading to the frozen wonder of Orvvosfossen waterfall, prepare to be enchanted by the unique natural marvels that encompass you.

Following the trail for approximately 2 km, you’ll find yourself standing before the majestic frozen Orvvosfossen waterfall. Its crystalline cascade is a mesmerizing spectacle, where water has turned to ice, harmonizing with the tranquil winter surroundings. So, fasten your snowshoes, inhale the crisp winter air, and let the captivating wilderness of Alta guide your path as you delve into this frozen wonder.

The aim of this exciting three-hour snowshoe trek is to have a close-up experience in the silent Arctic nature. We will be joined by one of our Alaskan Huskies – Javri or Phelps – to help pull or carry the gear.

This snowshoeing trek will take us through the Alta Valley along the banks of the Alta River. We will see how the landscape was formed by the ice that covered the entire region 10,000 years ago. Your guide will tell you about the Alta area and the Alta River in more detail. Keep an eye open for fox and rabbit tracks; if we are especially lucky, we might even see the animals that made them! Along the way, we will take a break and make an open fire to brew tea, coffee or hot chocolate and some snacks.

The tour includes transport from and back to Alta, thermal suits and overshoes if needed, hot drinks and snacks.

Fatbikes –mountain bikes with oversized wheels for driving in the snow – are cool, fat and playful! Join us for an evening fatbike trip along the many scenic dog sledding and snowmobile trails in the Alta Valley. This is an unforgettable nature-based experience with a large portion of exercise included for good measure.

On this trip we use powerful head torches that light up the forest and trails. If we switch off the torches, there’s a good chance we will spot the majestic Northern Lights dancing in the sky above us!

Fatbikes – mountain bikes with oversized wheels for driving in the snow – are cool, fat and playful! Join us for a daytime trip along the many scenic dog sledding and snowmobile trails in the Alta Valley. This means the best single tracks you can dream of and an unforgettable nature-based experience with a large portion of exercise included for good measure.

We stop en route at one of the Alta Valley’s many rustic shelters to light a fire and enjoy snacks and tea/coffee brewed on the fire.

It’s the classic Norwegian outdoor experience! Strap on snowshoes and head out into the forest, along with an Alaskan husky pulling a pulka with extra gear. Look for animal tracks and enjoy the crisp forest air. Drill into the ice of a frozen river or lake and see what you can catch.

Take time out for lunch at a lavvo (herdsman’s tent) around an open fire, and then hike back. Remember your camera – there are plenty of photo opportunities!