Horseback Riding in the Arctic Backcountry from Alta

Organized by Flatmoen Natur

Activity Snapshot

Fitness level: Everybody welcome
Duration: 3 hrs
Spoken languages: Norwegian, English
Minimum age: From 12 years-old and up
Cancellation policy: moderate More info
Opening seasons:

Activity description

Come out to a real arctic ranch and visit the Norwegian country by horse! This excursion will go at your pace, be it a walk, trot, or gallop through the wild Arctic nature. 

Just 10 minutes away from Alta city centre, Flatmoen Farm lies on the brink of the wild backcountry, with its beautiful Norwegian Fjord Horses. On this excursion, your guide will pick you up directly from the city to head out to the farm. Once there, you will meet the horses, and depending on your level of expertise, you will learn a little about the different aspects of managing a stable and riding a horse.

Then it will be time to get the tack and saddle up for the adventure. Depending on your level, this will either be a leisurely walk, a playful trot, or an exhilarating gallop in the surrounding Arctic wilderness. The nearby forests and rivers are magical in the wintertime! Enjoy the scenery as you make your way through snow-clad pine trees. If you're very lucky, you and your four-legged companion may encounter the king of the forest, the moose, who resides in this part of Norway.

Along the way, you'll dismount at a shelter to enjoy a cinnamon bun and a cup of coffee by a warm fire. 

Discovering the wilderness by horse is a truly unique experience; Flatmoen Farm's horses are calm, friendly, and a joy to ride. Come and meet them soon!

Activity requirements

If you are over 110 kg (242 lbs), please contact us before booking.

Special terms

Upon booking, please specify your desired pick-up location:

- Directly at the base of Flatmoen Natur

- Altafjord Gjestegaard 

- Cruise Port 

- Holmen Husky Lodge

- Ice Hotel Sorrisniva 

- Scandic Hotel Alta 

- Thon Hotel Alta

Included
  • Warm clothing
  • Helmet
  • Pick up
  • Coffee
  • Snacks
Do not forget to bring
  • Boots
  • Thermal underwear
  • Thermal fleece
100% secure payments
by credit card or Paypal
Meeting point
Pick up or Flatmoen Natur, 9518 Alta, Norway Get directions

Cancellation policy

Cancellation 10 days or more prior to the agreed activity date
You will be automatically refunded for the full amount for the activity
10 days
Cancellation between 4 and 10 days prior to the agreed activity date
You are entitled to a 50% refund
4 days
Cancellation 4 days or later prior to the agreed activity date
No refund will be possible
Weather Guarantee
Regardless of the date, if the activity is cancelled due to bad weather conditions, you will be offered a refund or the chance to reschedule