Snowshoe hike Nattmålsfjellet: Arctic summit with local guides

Snowshoe through quiet Arctic forest to a hidden summit, then watch for the aurora from a low-light location

A guided snowshoe hike to Nattmålsfjellet, a mountain summit 20 minutes from Tromsø, combines a 4-hour trek through Arctic terrain with hot drinks, snacks and the chance to see northern lights on evening departures. Local guides lead small groups at a pace suited to all fitness levels, providing snowshoes and thermal suits for the journey to views of fjords, islands and snow-covered peaks.

Step-by-step itinerary

Guided snowshoe hike to summit

• Drive 20 minutes from Tromsø
• Snowshoe hike through Arctic forest
• Reach summit of Nattmålsfjellet
• Enjoy hot drinks and snacks
• View fjords, islands, and peaks
• See northern lights (evening tours)

The experience

What makes this different from other snowshoe tours in the region? The location. Nattmålsfjellet sits far enough from Tromsø's city lights that evening tours put you in one of the area's best spots for aurora viewing, yet the summit is only a 20-minute drive from town. You hike through quiet Arctic forest and open mountain terrain using snowshoes your guide provides, then spend time at the top taking in views of fjords, islands and peaks while sipping hot coffee, hot cocoa or a traditional Norwegian saft.

The groups stay small, and your guide is a local who knows the terrain and the stories that come with it. No prior snowshoe experience is needed: the pace works for all fitness levels, and the guide handles the logistics of safety and comfort. The 4-hour outing includes thermal suits to keep you warm, plus snacks and hot drinks to refuel at the summit. On evening departures, the real draw is the northern lights: the location's distance from artificial light and the open views from the summit give you a genuine chance to see them if conditions align.

Pickup from Tromsø is included, and the tour operates in both English and Norwegian. The minimum age is 13. Bring warm layers beyond what the thermal suit provides, and come ready for a quiet, unhurried walk into the Arctic rather than a strenuous climb.

What’s included

• Snowshoes and thermal suits for the hike.
• hot drinks including coffee, hot cocoa and traditional Norwegian saft.
• snacks and light meals at the summit.
• pickup from Tromsø.
• guidance from a local English or Norwegian-speaking guide.

Options for this experience

2 options

Snowshoe expedition led by local guides across Arctic terrainGuide in English or Norwegian · 18:00

Sesong 26/27Guide in English or Norwegian · 18:00Includes pickup

You pick the guide language when booking.

You'll see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates and prices

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 18:00

Book up to10h before

AgesAdult (13 to 95 years) · Under 13: can't be booked

GroupUp to 8

Live guideEnglish and Norwegian

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup is optional; you can also go straight to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.You can choose from 26 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.

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Good to know

Low physical effortPets welcomePublic transport nearbyNot recommended with heart problems

Operated by Vikran Touring

Is this one for you?Book an evening departure if the northern lights are on your list: the summit's distance from city lights and open views make it one of the best spots in the region to see them. The small group size and 4-hour timeframe suit travelers who want a genuine Arctic experience without a full-day commitment.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English and Norwegian.

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.

How far is Nattmålsfjellet from Tromsø, and how do I get there?

Nattmålsfjellet is a 20-minute drive from Tromsø, and pickup from the city is included in the tour. You travel by vehicle to the trailhead, then hike to the summit on snowshoes.

What are my chances of seeing the northern lights on an evening tour?

Evening tours position you at the summit, which is far from city lights and offers open views: one of the region's best low-light locations for aurora viewing. Your chances depend on weather and solar activity, but the location gives you the best setup the area offers.

Do I need snowshoe experience to join this tour?

No prior experience is needed. Your guide provides snowshoes and leads at a pace suited to all fitness levels, so first-time snowshoers and experienced hikers both join the same groups.

What's included in the tour, and what should I bring?

The tour includes snowshoes, thermal suits, hot drinks (coffee, hot cocoa or traditional Norwegian saft), and snacks at the summit. Bring additional warm layers, waterproof gloves and boots rated for snow and cold.

How long does the whole tour take?

The tour runs 4 hours from start to finish, including the drive from Tromsø, the hike to the summit, time at the top, and the return journey.