Top 15 Snowshoeing Tours in Norway

1.Snowshoeing Hike with Picnic Lunch and Photos

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 637 reviews · from $152Our pick

You’ll leave Tromsø with guides such as Max, Anna, Lucas, or Javi for a small-group hike on Kvaløya. Expect mountain and fjord views, snowshoes when conditions allow, a sandwich picnic with hot drinks, possible wildlife sightings, and guide-taken photos.

“Max, our guide knew the place well, he took us on a route that had very few people which made the activity more enjoyable The views were amazing, lunch was good as well”

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2.Guided Husky Snowshoe Hike and Husky Camp Visit

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

Travel from Tromsø to Tromsø Villmarkssenter on Kvaløya for a five-hour husky adventure. Your English-speaking guides fit you with snowshoes, lead an easy-to-moderate hike with one or two working dogs, then introduce you to the camp’s 200 huskies and puppies over hot drinks and homemade cake.

“The guides were friendly and took the time to chat about the camp and ask where you were from. The hike was beautiful as it was snowing, the boots and snow suits keep you very warm and comfortable in the cold. The huskies were all friendly and enjoyed the attention. It was a very enjoyable experience and would consider doing it again.”

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3.Snowshoe Hike in the Arctic

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

Meet your English or Norwegian-speaking guide at Clarion Hotel The Edge, then ride 30 minutes to Ersfjordbotn for a three-hour snowshoe hike. Guides such as Adrian, Truls, and Fabian adjust the pace, share local knowledge, and may finish the climb with hot chocolate, snacks, and a playful snow slide.

“Amazing guide. Very chatty, fun and informative. Amazing views from various stops along the way. Perfect 🤩”

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4.Tromso Snowshoeing – Valley, Fjord Views, Wildlife, Meal & Pickup

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 398 reviews · 4 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $129Top rated

Leave Tromsø with guides such as Isaac, Max, or Gerard for a four-and-a-half-hour Arctic hike near the coast. Snowshoe or walk according to conditions, watch for reindeer and moose, enjoy lunch with fjord views, and receive free photos afterward.

“We had a fantastic day in the snowy mountains with our wonderful guide Max. He made sure to guide us to the best location given the time of year, weather and type of snow. Our riverside picnic was delicious and fun and his professional photos were terrific!”

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5.Snowshoeing Tour & Reindeer Encounter with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 299 reviews · 4 hours · from $150

Meet a reindeer herd, feed them, then join guides such as Rafa, Mary, Laurence, or Amanda for a beginner-friendly snowshoe walk with Tromsø views. Finish with bidos or a vegetarian meal, hot drinks, and cookies in a traditional Sami hut. Moderate fitness is needed for the 2.5 to 3.5 km route.

“Rafa was an incredible guide through the Nordic countryside. We had a beautiful snowy day and Rafa really demonstrated his passion for the city of Tromso. On top of that, the Sami people were gracious hosts. Having the ability to feed the reindeers was amazing as well. Highly recommend as an afternoon activity in Tromso.”

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6.Oslomarka Forest Guided Snowshoeing Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 161 reviews · 3.5 hours · from $105

Leave Oslo Central Station by metro for Frognerseteren, then spend about 2 hours and 15 minutes snowshoeing through Oslomarka with an English-speaking guide such as Miles, Mustafa, or Peter. Expect a gentle introduction, forest stories, photo stops, and a possible snow-free hiking alternative.

“Loved the whole activity. Easy to find meeting place. Pleasant train journey. Patricia our tour guide was lovely. Very informative throughout our trip. Had a brilliant few hours in the snow.”

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7.Snowshoe Nature Explorer

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

Meet XXLofoten at Svolvær harbour, collect snowshoes and poles, then ride by minibus to snowy wilderness near town. An English or Norwegian-speaking guide leads an easy-paced 3-hour outing with Lofoten stories, photo stops, and hot drinks overlooking the mountains.

“Thanks to our guide, Jonathan, for making this journey wonderful and for the easy, engaging conversations during the tour. It was full of meaningful information and definitely worth the price!”

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8.Scenic & Eco-Friendly Snowshoeing Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 113 reviews · 3 hours · from $166

Leave Tromsø for Kvaløya and Kaldfjord, where a local guide leads a relaxed snowshoe climb to fjord views. Learn the basics, watch for Arctic wildlife, and warm up with coffee, tea, hot chocolate, and a biscuit. Groups stay small, with just 2 to 5 people.

“We enjoyed the snowshoeing tour! Stefan was a great guide, very knowledgeable and accommodating of the needs of everyone on the tour (it was a small group of 4 people plus the guide). This was our first time snowshoeing, and Stefan provided helpful tips on how to do it comfortably and safely. The climb up the mountain was definitely a workout for us (we are city-dwellers of average fitness). Stefan encouraged us to take breaks to enjoy the scenery, so it wasn’t too intense. And of course, the views were beautiful! Overall, we would definitely recommend this activity!”

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9.Guided Snowshoe Walk on Tromsoya Island in Tromso

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

Start at Tromsø Outdoor in central Tromsø, ride 5 to 10 minutes to the top of Tromsøya, and learn snowshoeing on mostly gentle forest trails. Guides such as Marta, Lucas, Joana, and Julius add local stories, photo stops, hot blackcurrant tea, and lefse.

“Lovely excursion snow shoeing in the forest with our very knowledgeable and friendly guide Julius. Learned quite a bit about Tromsø and Norwegian life which was really interesting. Thank you Julius for another enjoyable and memorable trip. Btw. I think most people could manage this with just a fair level of fitness. It wasn’t too demanding physically.”

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10.Snowshoe Hill Hike in Tromsø

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 77 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $153

Leave Tromsø by minibus for a five-hour snowshoe hike on Kvaløya. Your guide teaches snowshoe technique, leads you toward a roughly 400-meter summit, and serves hot drinks with lefse. Expect fjord views, a maximum of eight people, provided gear, and a workout that can feel hard in deep snow.

“This was one of the hardest hikes I have ever done...I had a great time, even during my lack of ability to breathe and wanting to give up. The view at the top is worth it. But what I would say is missing from the details the company provided is the following - its about a 5 mile hike up and back. Yes you are walking up in snowshoes in deep snow (depending the time of the year, I went in Feb) it is a 1600ft elevation gain. I am in relatively decent shape good shape, I work out 3-4x a week. I hike often (not in the snow) but…”

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11.Snowshoeing in the Forest with Norwegian BBQ

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 67 reviews · 3 hours · from $145

Meet Frederik at Frognerseteren after taking Oslo Metro line 1. Spend three hours exploring snowy forest trails in a group of up to 10, with snowshoes, a campfire BBQ, hotdogs in lompe, and warm solbær juice included.

“This was hands down the best excursion I have ever done. Fredrick was so knowledgable and helpful with all our questions about the wildlife and culture with recommendations in Oslo city too. Such a lovely tour guide and felt the trip was tailored to us. He let us help in leading the routes and eat as many hotdogs as we wanted😂. Overall had a wonderful experience would definitely recommend.”

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12.Snowshoe hiking in Bergen – Public tour

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

Meet your guide in central Bergen, travel to Gullbotn, and hike through snowy mountain country in snowshoes. Guides such as Frank, Østen, and Tobias adjust the pace to the group, share local stories, and serve a hot drink with Norwegian snacks before returning to Bergen.

“Our guide Frank Barmen made sure we got a 5 star experience on our snow shoe hike. He chose a beautiful spot, and adapted the intensity of the hike to the physical fitness of his guests. Extraordinary views, interesting stories told by Frank and excellent service. Do not go to Bergen and miss this tour... Must do!”

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13.Snowshoe Tour in Winter Wonderland – Oslo

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 41 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $106

Travel from central Oslo to Frognerseteren by scenic metro, then learn snowshoeing on forest trails with guides such as Miles, Lin, or Patricia. Snowshoes, poles, and transport are included. The route suits beginners, though warm weather may turn it into a hike.

“Patricia was our guide; instructions were clear where to meet; the ride on the Metro to the snowshoeing trail was comfortable and convenient and it was a small tour of eight people. Patricia was knowledgeable about the area and would share information with the group along the trail. She also was well prepared and had a variety of hot teas to enjoy when we were finishing up our hike. The hike itself was enjoyable- wish it was a bit longer as there was such a calm and peaceful feeling being in the forest. Would highly recommend!”

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14.Snowshoeing in Scenic Landscape

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 37 reviews · 3 hours

Meet outside Scandic Ishavhotel and ride in a 2023 Mercedes V-Class to Tromsø’s snowy trails. Your private English or Norwegian-speaking guide provides snowshoes, poles, photos, and route choices ranging from easy flat walks to a small climb for wider fjord views.

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15.Snowshoeing Adventure to the Enchanting Frozen Waterfall

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 31 reviews · 4 hours · from $187

Join a guide such as Rose or Birk for a four-hour, 4.5-kilometer snowshoe walk from Alta to frozen Orvvosfossen. You’ll learn basic snowshoeing, look for animal tracks and plants, hear about the Gargia Valley, and pause for coffee, tea, and snacks.

“This was an amazing experience, my wife and I loved it. Birk was a great guide and we had such a great time. We would do it again!”

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