Norway · WINTER ACTIVITIES

The 13 Best Winter Activities in Norway

13 tours  ·  from $52 a head

Snowmobiles, snowshoes, sleds and skis, mostly north of the Arctic Circle. The 13 below are priced, with how much of the day is spent outdoors and how much gear each one hands you.

Tromso Aurora Hunt with Bonfire, Soup, Winter Gear & Transfers - The bonfire camp and a bowl of soup
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Tromso Aurora Hunt with Bonfire, Soup, Winter Gear & Transfers

1.Tromso Aurora Hunt with Bonfire, Soup, Winter Gear & Transfers

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,290 reviews · 5 to 8 hours (approx.) · from $226Our pick

Chase Tromsø’s Northern Lights with expert guides, a bonfire, hot soup, thermal gear, photography help, and transfers back to town.

“I’ve been with this tour before and had amazing luck seeing lights and loved the tour so expectations were high and the outcome was a fun trip where the wonderful guides drove across three countries to find the lights in the heavy weather. Unfortunately no luck but not without trying and trying again. Next time!”

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From Tromsø: Guided Husky Snowshoe Hike and Husky Camp Visit - From Tromsø to the camp on Kvaløya
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From Tromsø: Guided Husky Snowshoe Hike and Husky Camp Visit

2.Guided Husky Snowshoe Hike and Husky Camp Visit

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 555 reviews · from $175

Snowshoe through Kvaløya with huskies, meet 200 dogs and puppies, and enjoy hot drinks and homemade cake at Tromsø Villmarkssenter.

“Such an amazing day! The husky’s were so so sweet and full of energy. They’re so well looked after and you can see how much they love being out in the snow on the hike. The hike was just amazing then we got to have a cuddle with all the husky’s and even got to see some puppy’s!! Then some warm drinks and chocolate cake after. Would 10000% recommend this”

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Tromsø: Cross Country Guided Skiing Course - Starting at Charlottenlund Aktivitetspark
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Tromsø: Cross Country Guided Skiing Course

3.Cross Country Guided Skiing Course

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 503 reviews · 2.5 hours · from $99

Learn Norwegian cross-country skiing on Tromsøya with patient guides, Arctic views, warm toddy, local sweets, and equipment included.

“first time cross country skiing, guide was excellent. I would say if you have some experience skiing try it, it's very different, not as easy but fun all the same.”

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From Tromsø: Snowshoe Hike in the Arctic - Snowshoes, poles, and the first climb
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From Tromsø: Snowshoe Hike in the Arctic

4.Snowshoe Hike in the Arctic

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 467 reviews · 4 hours · from $157

Snowshoe through Ersfjordbotn near Tromsø with a small group, mountain views, hot chocolate, wildlife stories, and a flexible, friendly guide.

“Excellent time snowshoeing! Truls was a great guide - personable and knowledgeable. We would return!”

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Tromsø: Winter Sea Kayaking Tour with Wildlife Sightings - From Tromsø pickup to the warm basecamp
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Tromsø: Winter Sea Kayaking Tour with Wildlife Sightings

5.Winter Sea Kayaking Tour with Wildlife Sightings

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 333 reviews · from $191

Paddle Tromsø’s winter fjords in a warm drysuit, watching for seals and sea eagles before warming by a fire with hot drinks.

“Really nice day out kayaking despite some poor weather. Great guide, felt well looked after but with space to explore a little ourselves. The fire afterwards was very much needed! Covered a greater distance than I expected which was nice, and got followed by seals for some of it.”

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Winter Fjord Road Trip with Wandering Owl - The Tromsø meeting point and the ride west
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Winter Fjord Road Trip with Wandering Owl

6.Winter Fjord Road Trip with Wandering Owl

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 293 reviews · 4 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $139

Review of Wandering Owl’s Tromsø fjord road trip, with winter scenery, wildlife, photos, lunch, practical tips, and honest value advice.

“The entire trip was so memorable, seeing reindeers in people's backyard. Having lunch at the desolate place surrounded by mountains and lakes and the snow falling was absolutely fabulous. Javi and Ellie were amazing too. Just awaiting for the photos taken by Javi to sent to me”

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Svolvær: Snowshoe Nature Explorer - Snowshoeing without a technical mountain test
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Svolvær: Snowshoe Nature Explorer

7.Snowshoe Nature Explorer

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 113 reviews · 3 hours · from $146

Snowshoe through Lofoten wilderness from Svolvær with local stories, mountain views, hot drinks, and an English-speaking guide.

“Great experience, thanks to the amazing guides ! It is not only a nice snowshoeing tour but also a way to discover the Lofoten’s history and culture.”

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Guided Snowshoe Walk on Tromsoya Island in Tromso - Learning to walk in snowshoes
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Guided Snowshoe Walk on Tromsoya Island in Tromso

8.Guided Snowshoe Walk on Tromsoya Island in Tromso

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 103 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $118

Tromsøya snowshoe walk review: a gentle Arctic forest hike with views, local guides, round-trip transport, lefse, and a hot drink.

“Fun experience with kids even though there wasn’t much snow. Marta was a great and helpful guide and provided educational information.”

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From Ålesund: Winter Fjord Cruise to Geirangerfjord - Why the off-season fjord feels different
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From Ålesund: Winter Fjord Cruise to Geirangerfjord

10.Winter Fjord Cruise to Geirangerfjord

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 97 reviews · 9 hours · from $346

Cruise from Ålesund to winter Geirangerfjord with Fjord Rangers, local food, Flydalsjuvet views, and a waterfall walk away from summer crowds.

“We loved the boot trip so much. Stunning views. The walk next to the frezen watervallen was not hard. But beautifull”

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Oslo: Day Pass for Downhill Skiing at SNØ Ski Dome - Starting at the Welcome Center
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Oslo: Day Pass for Downhill Skiing at SNØ Ski Dome

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Oslo: The Norwegian Skiing Experience

12.The Norwegian Skiing Experience

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 68 reviews · 3.5 hours · from $110

Learn beginner cross-country skiing in Oslo’s snowy woods with Håvard, full equipment, hot chocolate, Norwegian snacks, and photos.

“Amazing experience, learnt so much from him, very good guide. Would 100% recommend in Oslo. Also gave use snacks and hot chocolate throughout 🤩”

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Snowshoe hiking in Bergen - Public tour - Reaching the summit and judging the weather
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Snowshoe hiking in Bergen – Public tour

13.Snowshoe hiking in Bergen – Public tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 59 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $246

Snowshoe through Bergen’s winter mountains with a small group, local guide, hot drink, Norwegian snack, and fjord views when weather allows.

“I loved this tour. They picked us up promptly from the city center. Took us through the mountains. Because the weather was great and it was easier than usual, Tobias took is to new peaks so we could get a lot of views. He also came with hot coco and waffles with brown cheese for us, which was the perfect Norwegian experience. I highly recommend this!”

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