Snowshoe Hiking Excursion in Sommarøy near Tromsø
Strap on your snowshoes and discover the stunning mountain landscapes of northern Norway with an expert by your side on a snowshoe hiking excursion in Sommarøy!
Practical information
Experience stunning Arctic landscapes and high viewpoints as you walk through the heavy snow that coats northern Norway during the winter months on this amazing 3-hour snowshoe hiking experience at Sommarøy, near Tromsø!
Course of events
You should plan to spend around 3.5 hours on this activity:
- 10:00 - Arrival at the meeting point at Sommarøy Arctic Hotel and introduction to your instructor
- Short transfer to the snowshoeing starting point
- Equipment distribution and gear up
- Start of your 3-hour snowshoeing excursion in Sommarøy
- Stop to take pictures, rest, and observe the landscapes
- Reach the summit of the path you are following and observe panoramic views of the region
- Return to the base camp
- Warm drink and cinnamon bun or waffles at the hotel
- 13:00 - Equipment return and end of the activity
Activity requirements
Please arrive at the meeting point at least 5 minutes before the start of the activity.
No previous experience is necessary to participate in this experience, but you should have a moderately good physical condition to be able to complete it.
All minors must be accompanied by an adult.
Special terms
This activity is not recommended for pregnant or disabled people.
Please note that the duration and itinerary of the activity are weather-dependent. If a cancellation is due to weather conditions, your instructor will attempt to reschedule the activity. If this is not feasible for you, a full refund will be provided.
Spoken languages:
English, NorwegianIncluded
- Expert instructor
- Short transfer between Sommarøy and the snowshoeing point
- Snowshoes
- Poles
- Warm beverages and cinnamon bun or waffle
- Arctic suit and boots if needed
Excluded
- Extra food or drinks
- Personal expenses
- Transportation to the meeting point
Do not forget to bring
- Long sleeve base layers (wool or fleece)
- Small backpack
- Warm sweater or fleece jacket
- Spare gloves
- Hat
- Waterproof camera
- Water bottle
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Don't miss out on a wonderful experience in Norway as you ascend a mountain and reach a high viewpoint where you can observe its stunning Arctic landscapes on this snowshoe hiking excursion in Sommarøy near Tromsø! Located north of the Arctic Circle and 36 kilometers west of Tromsø, Sommarøy is a small island and old fishing village known for its white sand beaches and stunning scenery. Its particular location as one of the northernmost places on earth means that the island gets 69 days of summer, when the sun does not set, then it is plunged into a long Arctic night.
If you're staying at the Sommarøy Arctic Hotel or have your own car, this snowshoeing excursion is perfect for you, since the starting point is located right in the hotel. You'll need to arrive there at least 5 minutes before the starting time of your activity to meet your expert instructor. From there, you'll board a bus that will drive you a short distance into the mountains that surround Sommarøy, where you'll receive your showshoes, poles, and if necessary, Arctic suit and boots. Once you're all geared up, it's time to go!
You'll spend around 3 hours on this snowshoe hiking excursion in Sommarøy near Tromsø, during which you'll be trying to reach a high viewpoint from which you can observe the stunning islands, snow-covered mountains, and fjords that surround the island. Snowshoeing is easy to learn, so you'll start slow and then fall into a good rhythm for your group. You'll observe stunning forests, snowy mountains, and even fjords as you walk around the snow following your instructor, who will tell you stories about the region and what winter living is like there. You'll also get to take breaks to take pictures or simply to rest and enjoy the views, and you might even encounter Arctic wildlife such as ptarmigans, eahles, or Arctic hares! The experience will end back at Sommarøy Arctic Hotel with a cozy, warm drink and a cinnamon bun or waffle.
Keep in mind that you will be spending extended periods of time out in the snow, so don't forget to bring different thermal, wool, or fleece layers to wear under your jacket, gloves, a warm hat, a waterproof camera if you have it, and anything else you might need to spend an amazing 3 hours snowshoeing near Tromsø!
Take your chance to immerse yourself in stunning snowy landscapes as you learn a new sport and enjoy time with your loved ones. Book this snowshoe hiking excursion in Sommarøy near Tromsø today!