Things to do in

Finnmark County

Whether you are visiting during the white winter, the warm summer or the yellow autumn, the frozen wonder of the Snowhotel will be waiting for you 365 days a year. On arrival, walk past our reindeer grazing peacefully on the one side and visit the dog yard on the other side. The dog yard is home to Alaskan huskies and puppies, and they are very eager to meet every one of our guest and get some cuddles. Continuing your walk, enter the surreal Snowhotel. Marvel at the 14 stunning ice suites, all carved by master ice and snow artists, and order a drink in the jawdropping Icebar which has a new theme every year. You can also pass by the restaurant to get a hot drink, lunch or pastry, and explore the surroundings following the path along the fjord or take a stroll in between our cabins.

Alta is known for multitudes, and its diverse environment ranks at the top of the list, closely followed by the calm aura that envelops the region. This adventure cruise by Icecube of Aurora takes you to the best locations in Alta Fjord, allowing you to go bird watching, as well as witness flora and fauna in their natural habitat. While cruising through the water, the captain will tell you all about Alta's rich history, including 'Tirpitz,' the German warship, the English ore mines, and the Northern Lights Observatory. Time flies as you listen to these fascinating stories. This tour will also take you to unique places where you can see beautiful birds. If you're interested in bird watching, you'll spot various birds on the cruise, including storm swallows, seagulls, cormorants, and the mighty sea eagle, to name a few. While the boat travels in Alta Fjord, you might also occasionally catch sight of porpoises.

Join this tour and get in on the excitement of hunting for Northern Lights in the beautiful landscapes of the Alta Fjord. Meet your experienced guides who can show you how to best spot the Northern Lights. This tour comes with an 80-90% chance of seeing this spectacular natural phenomenon. Cozy up and lie down on a reindeer skin while you try to spot the lights. Hear stories about the Norwegian way of life and learn local history about the Stone Age, Sami culture, reindeer-herding, wildlife, and modern society in Alta and Finnmark. During the tour, enjoy some warm and cold snacks and beverages, including vegan alternatives, before arriving back at the Alta Center just past midnight.

Join the North Cape Winter Tour to the northernmost of Europe. The journey goes through stunning scenery with fjords, endless ocean and cliff coast. There will be great photo opportunities at the North Cape. You get to explore the North Cape Hall with its rich variety of sights. Immersed into the mountain cliff awaits a spectacular panoramic film that takes you on a journey through four seasons in a landscape full of contrasts, light and breath taking scenery. The scenery offers stunning views of the mountain plateau and endless ocean. You will also find an exclusive gift shop, historical displays, a post office, Thai Museum and the St. John chapel with its unique architecture. At the end of the journey we bring you back to your ship in good time before its departure. Included: - Excursion from Honningsvåg to the North Cape with return transfer - Entrance ticket to the North Cape Hall - Access to the panoramic movie at the North Cape (including historical exhibitions, the Cave of Lights and all facilities) - A long stay time at the North Cape Hall providing a no stress visit - Great views overlooking fjords, ocean and the monumental North Cape cliff - At the end of the tour you may visit galleries, gift shops and the local church (optional) For your safety and comfort all our drivers are local and highly experienced. Practical information In winter the road to the North Cape may be subject to convoy driving. If you travel with Hurtigruten or Havila you will be back in time before your ships departure. We travel with the same convoy as Hurtigruten. Duration: 3 hours Meeting time: 5 minutes prior to departure. Your chosen departure time is printed on your traveler's document. Meeting place: Tourist information in Honningsvåg, next to the cruise pier. Your bus is marked "The North Cape Winter Tour" - Line 406.

Explore and try to experience the northern lights on an evening tour looking for this fantastic phenomenon. Start the evening with a small lecture about the northern lights to learn how they occur, then we look at the conditions for this particular evening. Follow guides with local knowledge to find the best places to experience the Northern Lights dancing in the night sky. Be outfitted in thermo suits, boots, and gloves for the trip and set off with your guide, who will drive you to the best spots to see the northern lights. Continue searching if the lights are not visible, depending on the weather the tour might not have to drive far. Enjoy the show as your guide will bring warm tea/coffee and snacks. Finish the tour around 11 and head back to the adventure store.

The highlight of any trip above the arctic circle: experiencing the magical northern lights dance across the sky. The mystery of light has given us many myths and legends over the years. Everything from heroes who lit up the sky to mysterious fire foxes and warnings of danger. The dry and stable climate in Alta provides the best conditions for seeing the Northern Lights. On this trip we combine the excitement of snowmobiling with experiencing the northern lights dancing across the sky. We take you along the old postal road up to the very edge of Finnmarksvidda to a mountain range called Beskardes. Far away from the lights of the city this trip provides the ideal conditions to see the northern lights in a beautiful winter landscape. If we are lucky we will get to see the magnificent northern lights dancing across the sky on our trip, or be treated with a beautiful arctic night sky. No previous experience is required to drive a snowmobile. All you need is a regular driver’s license, and it’s as simple as it is fun. A thorough safety introduction and driving instruction will be given before the trip starts. You will ride in pairs, a driver and a passenger on each snowmobile, with the opportunity to change seats during the trip. The Tour 17:55 Meet us at our Æverntyr Adventure Store in the city center 5-10 minutes before the start of the Tour. From here we will drive you to Gargia Valley, approx. 25km from Alta. 18:30 We arrive at Gargia Lodge. Here you will meet your guide and get a briefing about today’s trip. You will also receive thermosuits, boots and gloves for the trip. 19:00 After getting dressed you will receive a safety briefing on the snowmobiles. Now we are ready and can start our adventure. 20:00 We will arrive at Beskades. Here we will take a short stop and enjoy the amazing view in all directions before heading back down to Gargia Lodge. 21:15 We arrive back at Gargia Lodge. 22:00 We will drop you off in the city center where we started our trip.

Come and see Norwegian wildlife from a boat. On this whale-and bird safari departing from Alta, we will sail out on the Alta Fjord while admiring the fantastic coastal landscape. The Alta Fjord is where the herring arrives in October, and large gatherings of whales are meet up for a feast. Species like orcas, humpbacks and finbacks can be seen here. In the surrouding area, another magnificent creature can be seen, namely the lord of the skies, the White-Tailed Eagle. There are copious of other birds in the area. The total stay onboard the boat lasts for five hours. It is a short trip to see the whale gathering and there will be plenty of opportunities to observe them and to snap a photograph. The boat is heated and has indoor seating and an outside deck. You will get an close encounter with Norways local wildlife.

Join us for a whale watching tour in Alta Fjord and experience Northern Norway's most majestic creatures up close. A winter tour in Alta Fjord can be a magical experience. Yes, it may be cold, but it might be worth it for a chance to catch sight of whales. Recently, whales have appeared in Alta Fjord. The whales have migrated further north, allowing us to observe them in our area. The two most common species in Alta Fjord are sperm whales and killer whales (orcas), but there are also good opportunities to see porpoises and hourglass dolphins. You will be amazed by the playful and curious behavior of the youngest whales. Please note: There is no guarantee we always find whales or if the weather is optimal to spot whales. If we don't see any whales within two hours of the tour the captain can suggest changing the tour to a King Crab Tour if the weather conditions allows it, or we can keep searching for whales.

After booking you receive a separate Email from us with the instructions on how to install the app and the guide! You can ignore the "Ticket" Email from Get Your Guide. Please also check your spam-folder for our Email and please get in touch with us if something does not work! Available in English and German language. Explore the cities along the Norwegian coast individually and in your own pace, while still getting the information of an experienced tour guide on your smartphone. The Hurtigruten and Havila Kystruten mailboats call at 34 ports along the Norwegian coast. There is plenty of time for a walking tour in the larger towns. Explore the Art Nouveau town of Ålesund, the old Norwegian capital Trondheim, Bodø, the Arctic capital Tromsø, Kirkenes, Hammerfest and Svolvær on the Lofoten Islands on extended city tours and shorter walks. In Alesund you will learn interesting facts about the great city fire and the reconstruction in Art Nouveau style. Nidaros Cathedral is certainly the highlight of the tour of Trondheim. But the historic workers' quarter Bakklandet and the former harbour area Nedre Elvehavn are also worth seeing. Somewhat bizarre is the world's only bicycle lift. Tromsoe was the starting point of Arctic expeditions for a long time. Today, the Polar Museum takes visitors back to the time of the Norwegian polar explorers Amundsen and Nansen. The famous Mack Oil Halls entice visitors to sample beer in what was once the world's northernmost brewery.

In winter, whales come to the herring-rich fjords in northern Norway to hunt. This is a unique opportunity to experience the whales up close while exploring the beautiful Fjords of northern Norway. You will get to enjoy the beautiful winter skies, while surrounded by mountains and the fjords wildlife. We adjust the start point of this trip to where the whales have last been seen to maximize your chance of seeing them. This can mean that we first have to drive for up to 1 hour to get to our harbor. Once on the boat we will make our way out into the fjords to look for humpback whales and Orcas. We will keep a safe distance and turn off our boat engines to minimize the disturbance to the whales. The whales are just as curious about visitors as we are about them, so they will most likely come and swim around our boat. Please note that while we try our best, we can not guarantee that we will actually see whales on the trip. The season start and end date can be adjusted according to whale migration patterns.