Norway · ALTA TOURS
Alta has the rock carvings, the northern-lights observatory and the widest sled-dog country in Finnmark. These 15 days out are priced and timed, with a note on which run only once the river ice is thick enough.
Meet and feed reindeer near Alta, then learn Sámi culture and reindeer husbandry on a guided 1-hour visit with photo time.
“It was such a nice way to get to know about sami culture and their connection to the reindeer. Our host was so lovely and answered all of our questions. Being able to come so close to the reindeer was such a unique experience. Would definitely recommend!”
Alta Fjord whale and seabird cruise with warm suits, hot drinks, and chances to spot orcas, humpbacks, fin whales, and white-tailed eagles.
“The whole experience was fantastic and one of the best trips we have been on in our lives. The crew were also fantastic and as enthusiastic about the sightings as the guests. We loved every minute. The only problem is, any future trips will pale in comparison. A huge thank you to all the crew. Dave and Jan”
Small-group aurora hunt in Alta with warm suits, hot chocolate, and local stories. 4 hours with pickup, built for 80-90% odds.
“Our guide was fantastic. Today the sky was very cloudy and it started snowing, but we found the northern lights. Thank you so much! We’ll never forget this experience!”
Small-group Northern Lights hunt from Alta with pickup, warm gear, tea and snacks, plus an aurora strategy aimed at clear skies.
“My suggestion is check the weather and an aurora app several days ahead & use the option to cancel 24hrs ahead if weather is not promising. The vendor will go no matter what and you’ll have a drive through the countryside & a stop at his house for a quick snack around the fire. I get it - their philosophy is looking for chance. The guides/ owner are pleasant but that’s not the experience you’re buying and heavy clouds and snow don’t allow seeing the lights that of course may or may not appear. It’s on you to mitigate the odds.”
Heated boat whale safari in Altafjord, Norway. Chasing orcas and humpbacks in winter with warm cabin, toilet, WiFi, and guide stories.
“Fabulous experience, very good boat, nice and warm - brilliant guide. Saw Orcas and Hump backs - experience of a lifetime. Highly recommend”
Private husky sled trip in Alta, Norway, with warm suits, a 45 to 60 min ride, and cocoa plus snacks.
“This was such a fun experience! Johnny is a welcoming and knowledgeable host. He provided a warm overcoat and boots which was nice. We had plenty of time with the dogs before and after sledding. We sled for nearly 1 hour, and loved every minute of it!”
Dog sledding near Alta, Norway with husky cuddles, hands-on guidance, and a cozy Sámi lavvu tea break. Small group, about 3 hours.
“We were welcomed to Holmen Husky by the huskies themselves, happily barking and wagging their tails. Nico, our guide, took excellent care of us. We were outfitted in thermal gear and taught the simple basics of driving the dog sled. Then we were off! We spent about an hour driving the sleds through a beautiful trail along the river. We had lots of time to meet the dog’s and puppies, who were very friendly and happy to see us. Nico shared stories about the dogs’ lives at the lodge and about the various sledding races in the area, too. He was happy to answer all of our questions. All in…”
4-hour dog sledding on Finnmarksvidda from Alta, Norway. Drive huskies, get warm gear, and warm up at Gargia Lodge.
“Great experience to be with the dogs out in the nature, driving the sledge, have a look around and receiving many explanations around.”
Cruise Alta Fjord with Icecube of Aurora, learn Alta history like Tirpitz and ore mines, spot seabirds, porpoises, whales.
“Our captain Einstein delivered all the necessary safety information to us, full sense of humour. It’s a sunny day, though it’s windy, we really enjoyed the cruise to the Alta fjords”
Snowmobile safari on Finnmarksvidda from Alta with gear, training, hot drinks, and small-group Arctic driving. 5 hours.
“A fantastic experience our guide was great a lovely person who made the trip special. You get a snow suit, gloves and helmet we shared a snowmobile and swooped drives part way though.”
Ride a snowmobile across Finnmarksvidda from Alta, with Arctic warmth and stops for the northern lights at Beskardes.
“Absolutely amazing and Worth every penny! We catched aurora during, and before the trip also!!! This is a must have experience do not leave Alta without doing this”
Drive a snowmobile across Finnmarksvidda from Alta. Warm gear, expert guides, and Arctic views on a 4 hour winter ride.
“Vicky was a tremendous guide and followed great safety and gave us an excellent 17 mi ride through beautiful Norwegian terrain. They were well equipped with the necessary equipment and provided good recommendations such as double wool socks, and mittens vs gloves. I enjoyed being at Gargia Lodge also! The Kit Kat stop was great too! Very accommodating and one of the best excursions on our trip! Since it was a distance I’m thankful they provided transportation from the Canyon hotel.”
Private fjord horse sleigh ride from Alta to Omdal Gard, with warm clothing, lavvo snacks, sheep visits, and possible aurora.
“A great outdoor experience in a fur lined sleigh. Pick up from port and taken expertly by four wheel car to a family farm….followed first by introduction to livestock….sheep housed in large warm barn and then by hot drinks and snacks in Sami lavuu.”
Ride a snowmobile over frozen lakes on Finnmarksvidda from Alta, with warm gear, snacks, and an Arctic cabin stop.
“This was the highlight of our 12-day Viking Cruise to Norway. The owner, /guide Stig is an amazing individual. He picked us up promptly at the cruise port and informed us that we were the only people on the tour. It was therefore my wife and I and stig for 3 hours on the snowmobiles covering 40 km. The entire time was spent under a 3-hour sunrise with colors that put the Northern lights to shame. We have been fortunate on this trip to have perfect weather and today was no exception. What made it even more enjoyable. was watching a trail of 20 plus snowmobiles that was undoubtedly the…”
Drive your own huskies on a Finnmarksvidda trail from Alta, warm up at Gargia lodge, and chase the Aurora Borealis.
“What an incredible guide and an unforgettable dog sledding adventure! We were so lucky to witness the Northern Lights while sledding—it felt like chasing magic. The dogs were absolutely adorable, full of energy, and eager to show off their skills as they dashed through the snow. Even though it was nighttime, the experience was nothing short of amazing and left me with memories I’ll cherish forever”
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