Snowshoeing · Oslo
How to choose
Guided snowshoeing outings around Oslo range from 89 € to 525 €, with durations spanning from 2h to 2 days across four operators. Note that one multi-day tour travels out to Jotunheimen. For standard half-day excursions, two outings are rated “Occasionally sporty”, priced between 89 € and 124 € for durations from 2h to 3.5h. If you want a specific experience, options include a 3-hour outing with a Norwegian BBQ by Juniper Adventure at 125 €, a 2-day multi-day excursion with a snowcoach by Jotunheimen Travel at 332 €, or a 3.5-hour private tour run by When in Norway at 525 €. Outings are available from December to March. Choose a standard 2h to 3.5-hour hike for a fast escape into the forest, or pick the multi-day tour if you plan an overnight mountain journey.
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Our picks
Snowshoe Hike in the Oslo Forest
This 3.5-hour outing by When in Norway costs 89 €.
Snowshoeing Excursion from Oslo
This tour by Trondheim Kajakk lasts 2h and is priced at 124 €.
Explore Jotunheimen – 2 Days with Snowshoeing and Snowcoach
This outing by Jotunheimen Travel extends over 2 days for 332 €.
Private Guided Snowshoeing in Oslo Forest
This private 3.5-hour excursion by When in Norway is priced at 525 €.
Frequently asked questions
What is the season for snowshoeing in Oslo?
Snowshoeing tours are available from December to March.
How much does a snowshoe tour cost?
Prices start from 89 € for a 3.5-hour group hike and range up to 525 € for a private session.
What physical fitness level is required?
Two tours carry an official rating of “Occasionally sporty”. Durations for these excursions range from 2h to 3.5h.
Which languages do the guides speak?
With When in Norway on their 89 € tour, guiding is available in English, Norwegian, and Arabic. With Trondheim Kajakk, the outing is guided in English.
Where are the meeting points located?
For When in Norway, departure takes place outside Backstube Opera at Jernbanetorget 1, Oslo 0154. For Trondheim Kajakk, meet directly at Voksenkollen T Tram Station.
Best time to go
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | -4.4 °C | 76.6 mm | Good |
| February | -3.1 °C | 57.1 mm | Peak |
| March | -0.2 °C | 60.1 mm | Good |
| April | 5 °C | 74.5 mm | Poor |
| May | 10.8 °C | 70.8 mm | Off season |
| June | 17.4 °C | 67.5 mm | Off season |
| July | 18.9 °C | 82.9 mm | Off season |
| August | 16.7 °C | 115 mm | Off season |
| September | 13.2 °C | 126.9 mm | Off season |
| October | 7.6 °C | 144.5 mm | Off season |
| November | 1.2 °C | 124.4 mm | Poor |
| December | -3 °C | 59.4 mm | Good |
Practical info
Equipment
Wear breathable thermal base layers, warm trousers, a waterproof jacket, gloves, and a hat.
Getting there
Meet your guide either outside Backstube Opera at Jernbanetorget 1 or at the Voksenkollen T Tram Station in Oslo.
See also
Updated September 2026