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Snowshoe Hikes in Norway: 8 to Book Next

8 hikes  ·  from $141 a head

This is the shortlist you would send a walking friend: 8 snowshoe hikes in Norway that justify the airfare, each with its price, its distance and the one thing to know before you commit.

From Tromsø: Snowshoeing Hike with Picnic Lunch and Photos - Snowshoeing for first-timers
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From Tromsø: Snowshoeing Hike with Picnic Lunch and Photos

1.From Tromsø: Snowshoeing Hike with Picnic Lunch and Photos

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 840 reviews · 4 hours · from $141Our pick

Meet at Scandic Ishavshotel for a four-hour trip to Kvaløya with an English-speaking guide such as Ana, Max, or Evgeni. You’ll learn to use snowshoes, walk toward a mountain viewpoint, enjoy sandwiches and hot drinks, watch for wildlife, and receive guide-taken photos afterward.

“Anna was the absolute best!!! my husband and I had the best day! the views were excellent and we really enjoyed the hike all the equipment was excellent. Anna made our day so enjoyable best guide we had for safety and knowledge we really were in the best hands. highly reccomend this trip for a true arctic experience. thank you Anna. Emma & Justin”

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From Tromsø: Guided Husky Snowshoe Hike and Husky Camp Visit - Walking with huskies through the snow
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From Tromsø: Guided Husky Snowshoe Hike and Husky Camp Visit

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

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 715 reviews · 5 hours · from $187

Travel from Tromsø to Tromsø Villmarkssenter for a beginner-friendly snowshoe hike with one or more huskies. Guides such as Harm Jan, Roy, Liam, and Clementine lead the outing, adjust the route to weather, and share time with the dogs. Expect warm overalls, boots, hot drinks, cookies, chocolate cake, and a visit to the dog yard.

“This was the best experience of my life worth every penny, dogs were amazing the surrounding area was like a winter wonderland, Thank you to our amazing guides for a trip of a lifetime xx”

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From Tromsø: Snowshoe Hike in the Arctic - Getting used to snowshoes in Ersfjordbotn
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From Tromsø: Snowshoe Hike in the Arctic

3.From Tromsø: Snowshoe Hike in the Arctic

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

Meet your guide at Clarion Hotel The Edge, ride 30 minutes to Ersfjordbotn, then spend about three hours snowshoeing through snowy mountain country. Guides including Truls, Adrian, and Espen adjust the pace, explain local nature, and serve hot chocolate or tea with snacks. Expect fjord views, photo stops, and possibly a playful downhill slide.

“Adrian made the trip a solid 5/5. Very knowledgeable and friendly. Hike was very smooth since we had great weather. Difficultly was mild, and we made multiple stops along the way. Was able to chat with Adrian about almost anything , which made the whole experience that much better.”

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From Tromsø: Evening Fjellheisen Snowshoe Hike and Cable Car - Meeting at Samuel Arnesens gate 5
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From Tromsø: Evening Fjellheisen Snowshoe Hike and Cable Car

4.From Tromsø: Evening Fjellheisen Snowshoe Hike and Cable Car

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 91 reviews · 3h 30m · from $173

Meet at Norwegian Travel Shop in Tromsø, ride a private shuttle to Fjellheisen, then take the cable car 421 meters up for a guided one-hour snowshoe hike. Guides such as Henrik, Magnus, Liv, and Hannah keep the pace friendly and may take an Aurora portrait if the lights appear. Hot drinks and pastry finish the evening.

“Never snow hiked before first great experience once you get to grips with the snow shoes”

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Snowshoe hiking in Bergen - Public tour - The summit view depends on the sky
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Snowshoe hiking in Bergen – Public tour

5.Snowshoe hiking in Bergen – Public tour

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

Meet your guide in central Bergen for a five-hour snowshoe outing at Gullbotn. Østen, Frank, Tobias, and other local guides adjust the pace to your group, share outdoor traditions, and serve a hot drink with a Norwegian snack. Snowshoes, poles, and a small group of up to eight are included.

“I loved this tour. They picked us up promptly from the city center. Took us through the mountains. Because the weather was great and it was easier than usual, Tobias took is to new peaks so we could get a lot of views. He also came with hot coco and waffles with brown cheese for us, which was the perfect Norwegian experience. I highly recommend this!”

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From Tromsø: Snowshoe Hike with Local Guides - Learning to use snowshoes without fuss
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From Tromsø: Snowshoe Hike with Local Guides

6.From Tromsø: Snowshoe Hike with Local Guides

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 30 reviews · 4h 30m · from $152

Join a small group of up to eight for a guided snowshoe hike on Kvaløya, about 30 minutes from Tromsø. Guides such as Henrik set a steady pace, share stories of Arctic life, serve hot coffee, blackcurrant juice, and Norwegian snacks, and send a private photo album within 72 hours.

“Amazing snowshoeing experience! Henrik was an excellent guide, very friendly and extremely knowledgeable about the area. He made sure we were walking at a good pace for everyone, gave us information about the area, and we were lucky enough to see 2 wild reindeer and an eagle.”

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From Tromsø: Aurora Snowshoe Hike - Ersfjordbotn: a quieter Arctic setting
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From Tromsø: Aurora Snowshoe Hike

7.From Tromsø: Aurora Snowshoe Hike

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 14 reviews · 4 hours · from $183

Meet at Clarion Hotel The Edge, ride to Ersfjordbotn, then snowshoe for three hours beneath the Arctic sky. Your guide provides snowshoes, poles, snacks, and a hot drink. Guides may include Truls, Eirik, or Fabian, and the small group is limited to eight people.

“Truls was great! We did an amazing hike, learned a bunch, and saw some fabulous auroras. He took some great photos and taught us how to take decent ones on our phones as well. 6 stars all around!!”

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Odda: Trolltunga Winter Hike on Snowshoes - Gryteskar is the real test
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Odda: Trolltunga Winter Hike on Snowshoes

8.Odda: Trolltunga Winter Hike on Snowshoes

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 9 reviews · 10 hours · from $194

Meet your English-speaking guide near P2 in Skjeggedal for a 10-hour winter hike to Trolltunga. You will walk to Mågelitopp, use snowshoes for the steep Gryteskar climb, cross snowy mountain terrain, and reach the famous rock above Ringedalen lake. Guides provide poles, safety gear, photos, local stories, and a snowracer ride back to P2.

“I went on the trek on 3/14, and it was truly an amazing experience. Our guide made sure we had breaks at the right moments throughout the hike, which I really appreciated. The trek takes about 10 hours, going up and down the mountain, so it’s not exactly easy—but it’s also not as hard as you might think (as long as the weather is good!). During the tour, our guide shared interesting facts and stories about the Trolltunga area and its history, which made the journey even more engaging and fun. One of the most unforgettable moments was sledding through the snow-covered mountains—it was something you can only experience in…”

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