The 15 Best Winter Activities in Norway

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

★★★★★★★★★★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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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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Oslo: Best View of the Oslofjord Winter Edition

9.Best View of the Oslofjord Winter Edition

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 100 reviews · 4 hours · from $105

Hike snowy Oslo forest trails to Vettakollen for sweeping fjord views, cozy cabin stops, folklore, and a scenic metro ride.

“I had a great guide and the scenery was stunning! Thank you!”

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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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Stavanger: Preikestolen Winter Hike + Hot Lunch

11.Preikestolen Winter Hike + Hot Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 96 reviews · 8 hours · from $219

Hike snowy Preikestolen with a local guide, enjoy quiet Lysefjorden views, winter gear, and hot soup at historic Villa Rosehagen.

“Fantastic! Our guide, Erlend, was so fun! He was very easy to talk to and very knowledgeable about the trek up the mountain. We felt safe and he kept us informed the whole way if there was something we could do make the hike easier on our bodies. Make sure you do this when in Scavenger!”

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Tromsø: Winter Fjord Road Trip with Citizen Science

12.Winter Fjord Road Trip with Citizen Science

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 92 reviews · from $161

Explore Kvaløya’s fjords, beaches, wildlife, picnic stops, and citizen science on a four-hour winter road trip from Tromsø.

“The guides were 100% interacting with us. The road was very nice and all the stops were a very good choice for landscapes and confort. This was a very nice experience for me.”

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Oslo: Day Pass for Downhill Skiing at SNØ Ski Dome

13.Day Pass for Downhill Skiing at SNØ Ski Dome

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 88 reviews · 1 day · from $52Best value

Review SNØ Ski Dome near Oslo, with year-round snow, alpine slopes, rentals, ski park, ice wall, food, and practical booking advice.

“Najważniejsze jest że można wypożyczyć cały sprzęt z ubiorem na miejscu”

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Svolvaer: 2-Hour Winter Kayaking Adventure

14.2-Hour Winter Kayaking Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 80 reviews · 2 hours · from $135

Paddle Svolvær’s winter waters in a stable double kayak, hear local stories, and enjoy Arctic views with an experienced guide.

“Very nice way to discover Trollfjord in confort, and protected by the harsh wind. The team is very nice, and they also took the time to include a marine wildlife exposée on the tour which was original!”

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