Snowmobile tour Lyngen Alps from Tromsø: 90-minute ride

Ride a snowmobile through Arctic mountains and watch for Northern Lights

An afternoon snowmobile activity in the Lyngen Alps departing from Tromsø with pickup, English-speaking guide, and all gear included. You ride for approximately 90 minutes on approved trails through mountains, forests, and fjords, with the chance to switch between driver and passenger roles. The tour lasts about 7.5 hours total, including transfer time, safety briefing, and an expedition meal.

The experience

The day starts with pickup in Tromsø city center, followed by a scenic drive to the base camp that includes a short ferry crossing. Once there, you'll be fitted with an insulated snowsuit, winter boots, and helmet. Your English-speaking guide walks you through how to operate the snowmobile, then you'll have a practice session before the actual tour begins. Each snowmobile carries two people (one driving, one riding as a passenger), and you can switch roles at designated points along the route.

The ride itself lasts roughly 90 minutes across the varied terrain of the Lyngen Alps. You'll travel safari-style in a line with the group along established trails, navigating fun and challenging sections while taking in views of mountains, forests, and fjords. Depending on when you visit, you might experience soft daylight, sunset, twilight, or a starry Arctic sky, and on clear evenings, the Northern Lights can appear from your snowmobile. The guide sets the pace and chooses the route based on conditions.

After the ride, you'll head back to base camp for an expedition meal, coffee, tea, and snacks before the return transfer to Tromsø. The whole outing takes about 7.5 hours from pickup to drop-off. You'll need to bring warm layers to wear under the snowsuit, wool socks, gloves or mittens, and something to cover your face and neck: a balaclava, neck warmer, or scarf. A water bottle is also recommended. If you're driving, you must have a valid car, motorcycle, or moped driver's license (the physical card or official digital version, screenshots don't count) and be at least 16 years old.

What’s included

• Round-trip pickup from Tromsø city center and transfer to base camp with ferry crossing.
• insulated snowsuit, winter boots, and helmet.
• English-speaking guide and safety briefing.
• 90-minute guided snowmobile ride on approved trails.
• opportunity to switch between driver and passenger roles.
• expedition meal, coffee, tea, and snacks at base camp.

Before you book

Days and timesNext departure: 2 Jan 2027

Book up to15h before

AgesAdult (7 to 80 years) · Under 7: can't be booked

GroupUp to 16

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.You can choose from 2 pickup points.

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.

Good to know

Moderate physical effortNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with heart problemsNot recommended with back problems

Operated by Aurora Wonderland Basecmp

Is this one for you?Pickup from Tromsø means you don't need a car to reach the mountains, making this tour accessible whether you're staying in the city or arriving by plane. If you want to drive, you'll need a valid driver's license. If you'd rather ride as a passenger, that works too. Just make sure someone in your group can drive.

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Top questions

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.

Can I ride the snowmobile if I've never done it before?

Yes. The guide teaches you how to operate the snowmobile and runs a practice session before the tour starts, so no prior experience is needed. You can also switch between driver and passenger roles during the ride if you prefer.

What happens if I want to be a passenger instead of driving?

Passengers don't need a driver's license. Each snowmobile carries one driver and one passenger, and you can switch places at designated stops during the 90-minute ride. As long as your group has enough licensed drivers to operate the snowmobiles, passengers are welcome.

What's included in the expedition meal?

The operator provides an expedition meal, coffee, tea, and snacks at base camp after the ride. Dietary options including vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free, and lactose-free are available if you note them in your booking in advance.

Will I see the Northern Lights on this tour?

The Northern Lights may appear on clear evenings, but sightings are never guaranteed. Depending on the month, you might experience soft daylight, sunset, twilight, or a starry Arctic sky instead. The guide chooses the route based on conditions and visibility.

What should I bring for the cold?

Bring warm layers to wear under the insulated snowsuit, wool socks, gloves or mittens, and something to protect your face and neck: a balaclava, neck warmer, or scarf. A water bottle is also recommended. The operator provides the snowsuit, boots, and helmet. You're responsible for the extra layers and hand/face protection.

How does the pickup work from Tromsø?

The operator picks you up in Tromsø city center and drives you to the base camp, including a short ferry crossing. Pickup and drop-off times may shift due to weather, road conditions, or ferry schedules, so allow extra time if you have a flight or onward travel.