Northern Lights Adventure in Norway

This trip centers around the small town of Alta located in the Far North of Norway (70 degrees North) that is known as "The Northern Lights City" features rock carvings from over five thousand years back and also hosts Europe's longest and toughest sled dog race (The Finnmarkslöpet). Alta can easily be reached via a 2-hour direct flight from Oslo. On the day you arrive, I would be meeting you at Alta airport and driving you to your accommodation. We would then be meeting with the rest of the group for dinner and I would be giving a debrief on the exciting activities that we have planned for the next few days. The trip includes an evening of hunting for the Northern lights that we start off with a small lecture about the Northern lights aka Aurora Borealis. This is to give you a better understanding of how it occurs etc. Our Local guide then takes you to find the best places to experience the northern lights dancing in the sky. The complete trip includes: - 4 nights Budget Accommodation in a Quadruple Room with Bunk beds, Shared Bathroom & Shared Kitchen facilities. Note: Upgrade options available to a 4-star hotel on request. - Northern Lights Adventure with a Professional guide: This includes Northern lights lecture and local history, Coffee/tea and snacks, Tripod for your camera & Warm overalls. - Pick up & drop off at Alta Airport. - Walking tour of Alta with a Local English speaking guide - Access to a Local for the entire duration of the trip to provide you with suggestions & to drive you to places around Alta including museums, frozen lake (possibly) & more (if possible). Additional activities below that are not included that can be added on request: - Winter Gear (€40): Consists of a winter suit & shoes that can be hired for the entire duration of the trip. - Fjord adventure with Rib (€100): This adventure takes you on an unforgettable expedition in a secure and rigid inflatable boat (RIB) into the Norwegian fjord landscape. Feel the breeze in your hair while you enjoy beautiful views of the fjord, mountains and also get the opportunity to get close to the local wildlife, which can include sea eagles, seals, birds, and more. Includes: Warm thermal suits with life jackets, Shoes, glasses and gloves, Local history. Total Duration - 2 hours - Snowshoeing adventure with a Professional guide (€100): Experience the Arctic nature on foot. You are provided with the right clothes and equipped with a pair of snowshoes. You are then taken to the forest that is close to Alta to experience Snowshoeing. On the trip, you make a fire, and you are served coffee/tea, hot soup, and biscuits. The total duration is 2.5 - 3 hours. - Dog Sledging with a Professional guide (€200): Come to the husky farm and get to know the wonderful and friendly huskies. When you are ready, they set up the sledge and team. Your guide drives the sledge and you sit and enjoy the beautiful northern winter landscape. The trip can be tailored to you. It is possible for you to drive the team under the eye of the guide. When the dogsled trip is over, and you are back at the kennel, you can enjoy the company of the huskies around a fire, where you are served warm drinks and tasty local snacks. Includes: Instructions on how to handle the dogs and sledge, Coffee/tea and stories, Warm thermal suits. The total duration is 3 - 5 hours. - Snowmobile Adventure (Twin-share - €285): No previous knowledge 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. Experience the charm of the Arctic wilderness and create memories that last forever. You will ride in pairs, a driver and a passenger on each snowmobile, with the opportunity to change seats during the trip. You drive into the Finnmarksvidda, one of Europe's last wilderness areas and drive up to the highest point of the plains. The temperature on the plateau can vary from a few plus degrees to well below freezing, but whatever the weather, the nature on the plateau will be magnificent and impressive. Hot drinks and a snack/cake give a cozy touch to the outdoor experience. Note - All guides speak English for all the activities. PS - For those travelling from Europe and looking to avoid flights, there is an option of a mix of trains including the famous Arctic Circle train (Sleeper option) from Stockholm to Narvik (Norway) & bus from there to Alta that would make for an added adventure. Feel free to reach out to me for anything about the trip. Looking forward to travelling with you all and making new friendships :)