Escape everyday life and discover the fantastic winter landscapes in the north of Norway on this snowshoe hike in Tromsø!
This trip departs from Tromsø, a popular city in northern Norway, situated above the Arctic Circle. The city is renowned for its proximity to unique polar landscapes, including fjords, mountains and forests. On this snowshoe trip from Tromsø, you'll discover mesmerising winter scenery!
The snowshoe hike in Tromsø begins at the starting point in the city centre. The experienced guide will greet you and drive you to the base camp 50 minutes away from Tromsø city. Upon arrival, you'll receive the equipment, including snowshoes, walking sticks, snow pants, and a backpack with drinks and light snacks. The guide will go through a safety briefing and instructions for the hike. Then, the snowshoeing in Tromsø begins!
Following the guide, you'll walk to the top of Hompan Mountain, which lies 450 metres (1476 feet) above sea level. As you hike to the top, you'll have magnificent panoramic views of the surrounding Lyngen Alps, Ullsfjorden and Lakselvdalen Valley. After admiring the breathtaking view of these natural wonders and capturing some memorable photos, you'll return to the base camp. A warm meal and drink will be prepared on a fire inside a cosy grill cabin. You'll warm up after your snowshoeing adventure in Tromsø and hear some facts about the region. Then, the guide will drive you back to the starting point in the city centre.
Take part in an enjoyable snowshoe hike in Tromsø to experience the majestic winter beauty of the north!
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Practical information
On this excursion, you'll depart from Tromsø centre and embark on a snowshoe hike to Hompan Mountain.
- Arrive at the starting point in Tromsø city
- Meet the guide
- Drive to the base camp (approximately 50 minutes)
- Receive the equipment (snowshoes, walking sticks, snow pants, backpack with drinks and light snacks)
- Safety briefing and instructions
- The snowshoeing adventure begins!
- Walk to the top of Hompan Mountain
- Stop for breaks
- Return to the base camp
- Enjoy grilled meal and hot drinks inside a cabin
- Return drive to the starting point in Tromsø city (approximately 50 minutes)
- Guide
- Snowshoeing equipment
- Walking sticks
- Snow pants
- Backpack
- Lunch
- Hot drinks
- Snacks
- Warm layers of clothing
- Winter boots
- Woollen socks
- Gloves
- Hat
- Scarf
- Camera