Lyngen Alps snowshoe tour with Sami camp visit

Snowshoes, Arctic breaks, and a Sami camp in the mountains

A guided snowshoe tour in the Lyngen Alps near Tromsø combines hiking to a smaller summit with multiple rest stops for snow activities and photography. The tour includes a visit to a Sami camp where you'll hear indigenous history and share hot drinks and snacks. A live English, German or Norwegian-speaking guide leads groups of up to eight, with private transportation included.

The experience

Snowshoes are fitted before you head into the Lyngen Alps on foot. The route climbs toward a smaller summit, broken by several stops where you rest, try snow activities, and photograph the Arctic landscape. A guide provides information about the region and its environment throughout the day, and you may spot wild animals or their tracks in the snow.

The longest break takes you to a Sami camp, where you learn about indigenous culture and history while warming up with hot drinks and snacks. The visit sits inside the rhythm of the hike rather than as a separate stop, so the day flows between mountain and camp without a hard break between them.

Private transportation from your hotel or meeting point is included, and the tour runs about five and a half hours total. Children from age eight can join, and the guide speaks English, German or Norwegian depending on the group.

What’s included

• Private transportation to and from the trailhead.
• snowshoe instruction and use.
• hot drinks and snacks at the Sami camp.
• a live guide in English, German or Norwegian.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day except Tuesday and ThursdayDepartures at 09:00 and 09:30Last departure this season: 31 Oct

AgesAdult (15 to 66 years) · Senior (67 and older) · Child (8 to 14 years) · Under 8: can't be booked

GroupUp to 15

Live guideEnglish, German and Norwegian

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 2 days ago

Good to know

Moderate physical effortInfant seats availablePets welcomePublic transport nearbyNot recommended with heart problemsInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Total Adventure TA

Is this one for you?Book this tour if you want to hike and explore with a private guide rather than in a larger group. The five-and-a-half-hour format fits a single day in the Tromsø region, and the mix of mountain hiking, snow activities, and cultural time at the Sami camp works best for travelers with moderate fitness who enjoy a varied pace.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English, German and Norwegian.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (8 to 14 years). Children under 8 can't be included in the booking.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What kind of snowshoe experience is this? Do I need prior experience?

No prior experience is required. You'll learn to use snowshoes before the hike begins, and the guide teaches you on the trail itself. The route climbs to a smaller summit with multiple rest breaks built in, so the pace is steady rather than fast.

What happens at the Sami camp during the visit?

The Sami camp is where the longest break of the day takes place. You'll hear about Sami history and indigenous culture from your guide, and the camp provides hot drinks and snacks to warm you up before continuing the hike.

Will I see wildlife on this tour?

The Lyngen Alps are home to wild animals, and you may spot them or their tracks in the snow during the hike. Sightings depend on the day and season, but the guide will point out signs of animal activity in the region.

How does the private transportation work?

Private transportation is included in the tour price and picks you up from your hotel or a meeting point near Tromsø. The scenic drive itself passes through mountain views on the way to the trailhead.