Snowshoeing · Tromsø
How to choose
Guided snowshoeing outings in Tromsø range from 88 € to 1,293 € and last from 2h to 10h, with 27 options listed across 16 local operators. The physical demands vary clearly by operator: two tours are rated “Everybody welcome” and cost between 123 € and 126 €, while seven options require an “Occasionally sporty” level with prices from 103 € to 400 € for durations of 3h to 10h. Only one excursion, run by Arctic Resorts on Fjellheisen, is classified as “Sporty” at 150 € for 4h. The format also shapes the experience: three outings include lunch between 129 € and 221 €, four depart at night or in the evening from 133 € to 228 €, and full-day excursions extend to destinations such as the island of Senja or the Lyngen Alps. Choose a short 2h to 4h walk if you want a gentle introduction, or book an 8h to 10h itinerary if you want a sustained day in regional terrain.
27 offers available
Our picks
From Tromsø: Daytime Wilderness Experience at Camp Tamok
This 7-hour outing to Camp Tamok with Arctic Resorts starts at 88 €.
Tromsø Street to Wilderness: Guided Snowshoe Hike
A 2-hour guided hike with Earthling priced at 101 €.
Arctic Wilderness Snowshoe Excursion from Tromsø
A half-day wilderness excursion with Wandering Owl at 123 € rated “Everybody welcome”.
Snowshoeing Excursion in the Lyngen Alps from Tromsø
A 10-hour trip in the Lyngen Alps with Lyngen Experience at 400 €.
Frequently asked questions
What is the snowshoeing season in Tromsø?
The available snowshoe outings run from December to March.
How long do the guided snowshoe hikes last?
Outings range from a quick 2-hour walk with Earthling to a 10-hour full-day trip in the Lyngen Alps with Lyngen Experience.
What physical fitness level is required?
Physical requirements depend on the specific itinerary. Wandering Owl and Legendary Adventure offer routes rated “Everybody welcome”, seven outings require an “Occasionally sporty” level, and Arctic Resorts runs a 4-hour evening tour on Fjellheisen rated “Sporty”.
In what languages are the outings guided?
English and Norwegian are available across 10 guided outings, including tours with Tromsø Villmarksenter, Legendary Adventure, Skadi Adventures, and Arctic Cruise In Norway.
Where do the snowshoe excursions depart from?
Meeting points vary by operator in Tromsø, including Samuel Arnesens gate 5 for Arctic Resorts and Lyngen Experience, outside the Clarion Hotel The Edge for Legendary Adventure, and outside the Scandic Ishavshotel for Wandering Owl. Tromso Arctic Reindeer departs from Santas Reindeer Cabin in Krokelvdalen.
Best time to go
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | -8.2 °C | 93.8 mm | Good |
| February | -7.9 °C | 83.1 mm | Good |
| March | -4.9 °C | 72.7 mm | Good |
| April | 1.8 °C | 56.1 mm | Poor |
| May | 4.7 °C | 73.8 mm | Off season |
| June | 10.3 °C | 65.2 mm | Off season |
| July | 14.5 °C | 101.3 mm | Off season |
| August | 13.2 °C | 84.8 mm | Off season |
| September | 10.5 °C | 126.6 mm | Off season |
| October | 2.9 °C | 124.3 mm | Off season |
| November | -1.2 °C | 99.4 mm | Possible |
| December | -3.1 °C | 177.8 mm | Good |
Practical info
Equipment
Dress in warm insulating layers with a windproof jacket, waterproof winter trousers, a warm hat, and sturdy gloves.
Getting there
Check your booking confirmation to head directly to the operator meeting point in central Tromsø or out at Krokelvdalen.
See also
Snowshoeing elsewhere
Other activities in Tromsø
Updated September 2026