Snowshoe trip with campfire in Tromso: Night walk, toboggan run

Snowshoe through the arctic night, toboggan down a snowy hill, warm yourself by an open fire

A three-hour snowshoe activity in Tromso combines a guided night walk through uneven terrain, a toboggan run down a hillside, and time by a campfire with hot drinks and stories about the Arctic. All equipment is supplied, and the guide stays with you throughout. No winter sports experience is required, though warm winter clothes must be brought or rented separately.

The experience

Three hours takes you from Tromso city center into the night landscape on snowshoes, following your guide through terrain that shifts between gentle and steep, sometimes with deep snow underfoot. You move at a pace that lets you take in the Arctic surroundings and hear about how people actually live here: the local history, the land, the rhythms of the city and the region. The guide carries the knowledge. You carry the curiosity.

When the walk reaches a hill, you switch to toboggans and speed down. After that comes the campfire (your guide sets it up, though you're welcome to help build it), where you sit with a hot drink and something sweet while listening to stories about northern lights, Arctic nature and everyday life in Tromso. The break lets you warm up and shift from moving to watching, and the fire is the still point where the night settles around you.

Transport to and from the city center is included, as are snowshoes, toboggans, hiking poles, and a guide who speaks English and stays with you the whole time. Toilets are available. You need to bring or rent warm winter clothes, boots, a woolly hat and mittens. The operator can arrange rentals if you ask ahead. Sunglasses, sun cream, a water bottle and a small backpack for extra layers are worth bringing too.

What’s included

• Transport to and from Tromso city center.
• snowshoes, toboggans and hiking poles.
• a guide in English.
• a campfire with hot drink and sweet snack.
• toilets available on site.

Before you book

Days and timesNext departure: 1 Apr 2027

Book up to1h before

AgesAdult (12 and older) · Child (8 to 11 years) · Under 8: can't be booked

GroupUp to 15

Live guideEnglish

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.

Good to know

Low physical effortPublic transport nearby

Operated by Tromso Outdoor AS

Is this one for you?The walk covers uneven terrain with small hills and sometimes deep snow, so it suits anyone comfortable with a relatively easy but varied pace across the Arctic landscape. Families with children from age eight are welcome when accompanied by an adult.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (8 to 11 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 does the snowshoe walk through Tromso actually involve?

The walk follows your guide through uneven terrain with small hills and sometimes deep snow, moving at a pace that lets you take in the Arctic landscape. It is relatively easy but does cross varied ground, and the guide is with you at all times to set the route and share stories about the region and local life.

Do I need snowshoeing experience to join this activity?

No experience is necessary. All equipment (snowshoes, toboggans and hiking poles) is supplied, and the guide teaches you how to use them. The activity welcomes everyone, including families with children from age eight, as long as they are accompanied by an adult.

What happens at the campfire?

After the snowshoe walk and toboggan run, your guide prepares a campfire where you can warm up and rest. You get a hot drink and a sweet snack while the guide tells stories about Tromso, the northern lights, Arctic nature and local history and everyday life in the city.

What winter clothes do I need to bring?

Warm winter clothes including winter boots, a woolly hat and mittens are required. These are not included in the activity, but the operator can arrange rentals if you ask when you book. Sunglasses, sun cream and a small water bottle are also recommended.

How does transport work?

Transport to and from Tromso city center is included in the activity. Public transportation options are also available nearby if you prefer to arrange your own way to the meeting point.