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Activity description
Experience the magic of winter in Norway on this 5-hour, guided snowshoeing excursion from Alesund! Welcoming beginners and explorers ages 8 and up.
The city of Alesund is located on Norway's western coast and serves as a gateway to the iconic western fjords of Norway. The coastal town is renowned for its unique Art Nouveau architecture, breathtaking landscapes, and fascinating maritime/Viking past. A visit to Alesund promises unforgettable experiences, especially during the winter months! If you're seeking to immerse yourself in the tranquillity of the snowy landscapes of Norway, this guided snowshoeing excursion from Alesund is for you! Instead of sinking in the deep snow, you'll feel like your walking on a cloud in the midst of the awe-inspiring wilderness.
Your Nordic winter adventure begins at the meeting point in Alesund, where you'll be greeted by your knowledgeable and friendly guide. Then, you and your group (a maximum of 16 people) will receive your equipment, which includes snowshoes and poles. After a safety and itinerary briefing, you'll board the transfer for a 30-40-minute scenic drive to the departure point. Upon your arrival, you'll put on your equipment and your instructor will provide an introduction to snowshoeing and snowshoeing techniques. Now, the fun starts! You'll set out into the scenic wilderness of Norway, savouring the silence.
In addition, throughout your excursion snowshoeing from Alesund, your guide will share fascinating insights into the history and traditions of the region, as well as entertaining flora and fauna facts. You'll also make stops for breaks to take amazing photos and enjoy your snow-capped surroundings. Midway through the snowshoeing tour, you'll be treated to a traditional packed Norwegian lunch with a drink. Refreshed, the snowshoeing adventure continues back towards the shuttle point, where you'll return with lifelong memories of this snowshoeing excursion from Alesund!
Embrace the enchantment of winter in Norway by booking this guided snowshoeing excursion from Alesund today!
- Arrival at the meeting point in Alesund
- Meet your experienced instructor
- Receive your snowshoes and poles
- Safety and itinerary briefing
- Transfer to the departure point
- Arrival
- Put on your gear
- Introduction to snowshoeing and snowshoeing techniques
- The adventure begins!
- Set off into the winter wonderland
- Scenic breaks for photos
- Lunch
- The adventure continues!
- Return to the original meeting point in Alesund
Activity requirements
All participants must be in good physical condition.
Special terms
Please note that the tour can be adjusted according to the experience levels of the group.
In addition, please list any dietary restrictions when booking.
The total distance of this snowshoeing excursion runs from 3-5 km (2-3 miles) and the total time snowshoeing is approximately 3.5 hours.
- Instructor
- Lunch pack
- Drink
- Snowshoes
- Poles
- Hotel transfers
- Waterproof and warm winter clothing
- Wool underlayer
- Mid-layer (fleece or wool)
- Waterproof and warm shoes or boots
- x2 pairs of wool socks
- Hat
- Scarf
- Gloves or mittens
- Backpack
- Snacks
- Water
- Camera
- Extra layer of warm clothing