Snowmobile and ice fishing in Alta: Arctic wilderness

Glide through silent forests to a hidden spot where stillness meets the sky

A 6.5-hour activity in Alta combining snowmobile riding through forests and across Europe's largest mountain plateau with ice fishing at a secluded spot. You navigate wintry terrain on your own snowmobile, watch for Arctic wildlife, learn ice fishing techniques, and may catch and cook trout or char on the ice. A live guide in English or Norwegian leads groups that include children from age 8.

The experience

The snowmobile is your transport through snow-covered forests and up to vast mountain plains, where the horizon stretches endlessly and the silence of the true Arctic takes over. You ride the terrain yourself, keeping watch for Arctic wildlife as the landscape opens into white in every direction. The guide navigates the route and points out what the wilderness holds. You control the pace of the ride and the attention you give to the landscape around you.

At the secluded ice fishing spot, you learn the techniques and patience the activity demands: how to read the ice, where to cut, what lures work beneath the frozen surface. The waiting is part of it: the crunch of snow underfoot, the whisper of Arctic wind, the profound stillness that comes with standing alone on a frozen expanse. If the fish cooperate, you catch trout or char and cook it right there on the ice, a meal earned and eaten in the place you caught it.

The activity runs 6.5 hours and includes snowmobile rental with fuel, a thermal suit, boots, gloves and helmet; ice fishing equipment; and coffee or tea. Children can join from age 8. Public transportation options exist nearby if you need them to reach the starting point.

What’s included

• Snowmobile rental with fuel.
• thermal suit, boots, gloves and helmet.
• ice fishing equipment.
• snacks.
• coffee and tea.

Before you book

Days and timesNext departure: 2 Jan 2027

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AgesAdult (13 to 65 years) · Child (8 to 12 years) · Under 8: can't be booked

GroupUp to 15

Live guideEnglish 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 3 days ago

Good to know

Moderate physical effortPublic transport nearbyNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with heart problemsNot recommended with back problems

Operated by Æventyr

Is this one for you?The activity demands a moderate level of physical fitness and involves 6.5 hours of snowmobile riding in cold and wind, so it suits travelers comfortable with sustained cold exposure and the effort of controlling a snowmobile across varied terrain. The secluded ice fishing spot and the ride across the mountain plains mean you're spending the day in true Arctic wilderness, far from towns or shelter, which is what makes the silence and the scale of the landscape possible.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English and Norwegian.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (8 to 12 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 should I wear for a snowmobile and ice fishing day in Alta?

Thermal suits, boots, gloves and a helmet are provided as part of the activity. Wear warm layers underneath and bring a hat and sunglasses. The reflection off snow and ice is intense, and the wind on the plains cuts through unprotected skin.

Will I actually catch fish, or is ice fishing more about the experience?

The catch depends on conditions and luck, but the activity teaches you the real techniques Arctic fishers use. If fish are biting, you'll catch trout or char and cook it on the ice. If not, you'll still learn the patience and method the tradition requires.

How much snowmobile experience do I need?

No prior experience is necessary. The guide leads the route and you ride your own snowmobile at a pace that suits the group. A moderate level of physical fitness helps, since you're riding for hours in cold and navigating terrain.

What time of year does this activity run?

The activity operates during the winter season when snow and ice are stable enough for snowmobiling and ice fishing. Alta's Arctic location means daylight is limited in deep winter and extends through spring. The exact season and daylight hours depend on when you book.