Winter Snowshoeing in the Wilderness

Guests reaching the top of the mountain
Guests enjoying the view
Guest jumping with snowshoes
Two guests walking on snowshoes
Guests posing for the camera
Prices from

1500 NOK

per person

Listen to the snow crunch beneath your snowshoes as you walk through the Arctic wilderness.

General information

This tour is operated by Wandering Owl.

Listen to the snow crunch beneath your snowshoes as you walk through the Arctic wilderness. This tour takes you deep into the beautiful landscapes of Northern Norway – far away from the noise of the city.

Take in breathtaking views of fjords, valleys, and majestic mountains. Along the way, we'll find the perfect spot to enjoy your light lunch in peaceful, scenic surroundings.

Sit back, relax, and keep an eye out for wildlife moving quietly through the winter landscape.

After the hike, we'll warm up with a hot drink before bringing you comfortably back to Tromsø city centre.

Minimum age to participate: 4 years

Included: Snowshoes (rackets), hiking poles, sandwich with locally sourced ingredients, biscuits & hot drinks, photos from the tour in web-sized resolution

Please bring: A warm layer, a windproof and waterproof jacket, hiking pants, and waterproof hiking boots

Number of participants: Min. 4 – Max. 15

Level of difficulty: Moderate

Departure time and place: 10AM (10:00) in front of the Scandic Ishavshotel

Duration: 4 hours

Prices from

1500 NOK per person

  • Price varies depending on the season.
  • Adult 1500 NOK
  • Teenager (13-17) 1400 NOK
  • Child (4-12) 1400 NOK

Facilities

  • Family-friendly
  • English
  • Photos from the tour
  • Car or van (up to 8 passengers)
  • Vegetarian options
  • Minibus (up to 18 passengers)
  • Morning (05:00–11:59)
  • Medium
  • A light meal
  • 3-5 hours

About Wandering Owl

Wandering Owl is an Arctic tourism company offering all-inclusive, small-group activities throughout the year. The company has over ten years of experience organising tours in the Tromsø region.


Wandering Owl offers high-quality, low-impact experiences that connect travellers with the Arctic wilderness in a meaningful way. The company is certified through the Travelife programme, reflecting its commitment to responsible tourism and minimising its impact on local ecosystems.



The tours are suitable for solo travellers, friends, couples and families. They are generally suitable for children over the age of six, although minimum-age requirements vary depending on the activity. Guests should check the details of each tour for information about age requirements and consider whether the activity is suitable for their child and the rest of the group.



Inspiring care for and protection of the fragile natural environment is central to Wandering Owl’s work. By guiding small groups and sharing knowledge of the Arctic, the company aims to create a lasting appreciation of nature and inspire guests to help protect the wilderness for future generations.


Visit Tromsø
Phone: +47 776 10 000
Email: [email protected]
Wandering Owl
Phone: +47 484 60 081
Email: [email protected]
Web: https://www.wanderingowl.com/
Strandvegen 89, 9006 Tromsø

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