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Best Winter Activities In Tromsø

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The 10 most popular winter activities in Tromsø. Here's what they actually deliver, who runs them, and what they cost.

10 Best Winter Activities In Tromsø

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

Tromso Aurora Hunt with Bonfire, Soup, Winter Gear & Transfers - Getting There: Scandic Ishavhotel Pickup and Tromsø Drop-Offs

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

Most Popular★ 5.0

Tromsø Northern Lights hunt with bonfire, vegan soup, and provided winter gear. Transfers and photo tips included; souvenir photos emailed.

“Our tour guide and captain were great and friendly, we were unfortunate to see the northern lights, I believe due to the cloudy weather however, had fun around the bonfire, soup was delicious. I would say that was more of a camping experience than a hunting one. I was hoping for more haunting to maximise…”

2,290 reviews5 to 8 hours (approx.)From $226.72by Wandering Owl

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From Tromsø: Guided Husky Snowshoe Hike and Husky Camp Visit

From Tromsø: Guided Husky Snowshoe Hike and Husky Camp Visit - Meeting the Huskies and Puppies: Why This Camp Time Is the Main Event

2.From Tromsø: Guided Husky Snowshoe Hike and Husky Camp Visit

★ 4.9

Snowshoe across snowy Arctic terrain from Tromsø, then meet a husky camp full of puppies, cake, and warm drinks on Kvaløya.

“Very good activity. Well organised except the address on here says the wrong pick up point, go to the raddison blu. Really lovely guides and dogs. Very clean dog compounds. The hike was almost an hour uphill which almost killed me as i am very unfit, but i made it! The dogs will pull when…”

555 reviewsFrom $175by Tromsø Villmarkssenter

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Tromsø: Cross Country Guided Skiing Course

Tromsø: Cross Country Guided Skiing Course - Charlottenlund Aktivitetspark: easy start, easy logistics

3.Tromsø: Cross Country Guided Skiing Course

★ 4.7

Guided langrenn course in Tromsø with skis included, warm toddy, and blue-hour fjord views. Beginner friendly, 2.5 hours, $99.

“Me and my husband were yesterday on the Langlauf tour . We had an amazing time, especially thanks to Elen (our guide)! She was so kind, friendly, and really made the whole experience fun and memorable. The whole route was beautiful, and we couldn’t have asked for a better guide. Highly recommend!”

503 reviews2.5 hoursFrom $99by Tromsø Adventures AS

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From Tromsø: Snowshoe Hike in the Arctic

From Tromsø: Snowshoe Hike in the Arctic - The Ersfjordbotn snowshoe hike: how the 3 hours actually works

4.From Tromsø: Snowshoe Hike in the Arctic

★ 4.9

A 4-hour small-group snowshoe hike near Tromsø, with fjord views, Arctic wildlife talk, and warm drinks included.

“it was a wonderful experience, me and my wife thoroughly enjoyed the hike. The weather was not perfect as it started snowing heavily half way but our guide made sure we were ok and helped us entirely through it. distance was 5 km , with elevation counted it can be considered about 8 km. The…”

467 reviews4 hoursFrom $157by Legendary Adventure AS

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Tromsø: Winter Sea Kayaking Tour with Wildlife Sightings

Tromsø: Winter Sea Kayaking Tour with Wildlife Sightings - The gear that keeps you warm (and sane)

5.Tromsø: Winter Sea Kayaking Tour with Wildlife Sightings

★ 4.9

Winter sea kayaking from Tromsø in drysuits. Paddle Arctic fjords, spot seals and sea eagles, then warm up by the fire.

“It is definitely something special to kayak in winter in such beautiful spot. We saw seals and it was a very quite nice day. The guides were very nice and helpful and answered all our questions not only about kayak but generall questions about living in Norway. The dry suit kept us warm till the…”

333 reviewsFrom $191by Sommarøy Adventure Tromsø AS

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Winter Fjord Road Trip with Wandering Owl

Winter Fjord Road Trip with Wandering Owl - The half-day timing: perfect for limited time, not for a long expedition

6.Winter Fjord Road Trip with Wandering Owl

★ 5.0

Winter fjord road trip from Tromsø to Kvaløya with photo stops, possible wildlife sightings, a warm lunch, and guide-shot souvenirs.

“Really enjoyed this journey through beautiful countryside with several photo stops, a nice lunch on a fjord beach, and a great guide. Diego was very friendly and made the trip very comfortable and fun.”

293 reviews4 hours 30 minutes (approx.)From $139.93by Wandering Owl

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Guided Snowshoe Walk on Tromsoya Island in Tromso

Guided Snowshoe Walk on Tromsoya Island in Tromso - The walk itself: mostly-flat forest paths, birch and spruce views, and photo breaks

7.Guided Snowshoe Walk on Tromsoya Island in Tromso

★ 4.5

Guided snowshoe walk on Tromsøya Island with an English-speaking guide, hot lefse snack, and round-trip transport from Tromsø.

“Maria was great! Enthusiastic and helpful to explain what we were doing and seeing every step along the way. The only change I would make would be to make it an hour longer (3hrs). By the time we travelled to the site and donned our gear we had a little over an hour walk.”

103 reviews2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)From $118.77by Tromso Outdoor AS

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Tromsø: Winter Fjord Road Trip with Citizen Science

Tromsø: Winter Fjord Road Trip with Citizen Science - Kvaløya fjords, beaches, and villages: why the stops feel worth it

Snowshoe Hill Hike in Tromsø

Snowshoe Hill Hike in Tromsø - Snowshoe setup: learn fast, then go enjoy the climb

9.Snowshoe Hill Hike in Tromsø

★ 5.0

Small-group snowshoe hike from Tromsø to a summit near 400 m, with round-trip transport, gear included, and hot lefse at the top.

“It’s was amazing experience and a good views above the mountains! The guide explein a lot of things about wild life”

77 reviews5 hours (approx.)From $153.21by Tromso Outdoor AS

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Tromsø: Snow Sledding, Mini Skiing, Lasso and Reindeer Hides

Tromsø: Snow Sledding, Mini Skiing, Lasso and Reindeer Hides - Toboggan Sledding On Mats: The Adrenaline Part

10.Tromsø: Snow Sledding, Mini Skiing, Lasso and Reindeer Hides

★ 4.6

Tromsø evening sledding with mini skis, lasso throwing, and reindeer hides, plus hot drinks and a campfire near the forest.

“Great fun, everything you need is provided. If you are looking for something to do for a couple hours and you want to reach your daily steps goal! Walking up that hill to sled down is a workout lol. Host is lovely and really friendly.”

60 reviewsFrom $69by Arctic Fun

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