Snowmobiling · Alta
How to choose
Snowmobiling tours around Alta range from 221 € to 3,078 €, with durations spanning from 4h to 5 days. Outings cost up to 693 €, with a single extended excursion reaching 3,078 €. Half-day excursions start at 4h, including evening Northern Lights tours priced between 245 € and 282 €. Combined snowmobiling and ice-fishing outings run from 6h to 8h and cost between 360 € and 480 €. Excursions with overnight stays span from 30h to 5 days, costing from 693 € to 3,078 €. Five tours are rated “Occasionally sporty”, with guidance offered in English and Norwegian. Choose a 4h evening run to track the Northern Lights, a 6h to 8h trip to add ice fishing, or an overnight excursion for an extended trail across the plateau.
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Our picks
Snowmobile Safari in Finnmarksvidda from Alta
At 221 €, this 5.5-hour tour with Alta Adventure has the lowest price of all outings.
Alta: Snowmobiling & Ice Fishing Adventure
This combined 6.5-hour tour with Æventyr costs 360 €.
Alta: Overnight Arctic Wilderness Expedition with Snowmobile
A 30-hour wilderness trip run by Norwegian Travel Concierge for 693 €.
5-day Snowmobile Safari from Alta to Mehamn in Finnmark
Nordic Safari Wildlife Adventures runs this 5-day tour to Mehamn in Finnmark for 3,078 €.
Frequently asked questions
When does the snowmobiling season take place in Alta?
Snowmobiling excursions in Alta run from November to March.
How long do the snowmobile tours last?
Standard day and evening outings last between 4h and 8h. Wilderness excursions range from 30h to 5 days.
What is the physical level for these tours?
Five tours are rated “Occasionally sporty”, covering both half-day outings and multi-day treks.
Where do the snowmobiling tours depart from?
Meeting points depend on the operator. Alta Adventure departs from Komsaveien 2, Æventyr meets at Markedsgata 6 inside the Canyon Hotel, and Nordic Safari Wildlife Adventures organises pick-ups from Alta Airport or Mehamn Airport.
What languages are spoken by the guides?
English and Norwegian are spoken by guides at Alta Adventure, Æventyr, and Nordic Safari Wildlife Adventures.
Best time to go
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | -10.3 °C | 40.6 mm | Good |
| February | -9.7 °C | 29.7 mm | Good |
| March | -7.9 °C | 31.3 mm | Peak |
| April | -1.5 °C | 32.3 mm | Possible |
| May | 2.9 °C | 39.5 mm | Off season |
| June | 9.9 °C | 69.6 mm | Off season |
| July | 14.7 °C | 72.8 mm | Off season |
| August | 12 °C | 56.5 mm | Off season |
| September | 8.3 °C | 67 mm | Off season |
| October | -0.5 °C | 63.9 mm | Possible |
| November | -3.7 °C | 47.2 mm | Good |
| December | -6.8 °C | 63.1 mm | Good |
Practical info
Equipment
Wear warm thermal base layers, an insulating mid-layer, windproof outerwear, thick gloves, and a woollen hat.
Getting there
Head to your operator's meeting point in Alta, such as Markedsgata 6 or Komsaveien 2, or confirm your airport pick-up in advance.
See also
Other activities in Alta
Updated September 2026