Explore the winter landscape on foot with Huskies as your tour companions
Snowshoes are a traditional and easy way to move through deep snow. With them you get close to nature and can experience the winter landscape at your own pace. The hike follows easy terrain with beautiful viewpoints over Kirkenes, the fjord and the surrounding wilderness.
Along the way, the guide tells you about nature, wildlife, and how people have lived and traveled in this Arctic landscape through generations.
One of the great highlights of the trip is the company of the energetic and friendly huskies. The dogs follow the group through the landscape and contribute to an extra pleasant and memorable experience. Whether you love dogs or just want to experience the Arctic nature in a different way, the huskies create a very special atmosphere along the way.
The hike takes you through a peaceful winter landscape where you can enjoy the clear air, the crackling snow and the silence that characterizes the Arctic nature. At the top you are rewarded with a great view of Kirkenes and the Varangerfjord - perfect surroundings for photography and a break with a hot berry drink.
The leisurely hike provides plenty of time to take in the surroundings and experience winter the way the locals do.
Northern Lights hunting on snowshoes
When darkness descends over Finnmark, this snowshoe hike transforms into a whole new experience. When you participate in the hike in the evening, the conditions are perfect for discovering the Northern Lights.
Far from artificial light, you will have the opportunity to watch the green light dance across the Arctic sky, while enjoying the silence of the winter landscape. Although the Northern Lights are a natural phenomenon that can never be guaranteed, the combination of snowshoeing, fresh winter air and the dark polar night provides a magical experience regardless of the weather conditions.
Both the day and evening hikes are suitable for most people and require no previous snowshoeing experience. With small groups, local guides and a relaxed pace, you get an authentic nature experience where you get up close to both the Arctic wilderness and your four-legged hiking companions.
Whether you choose the beautiful winter landscape in daylight or the hunt for the Northern Lights under the starry sky, this experience offers memories that last long after the tracks in the snow have disappeared.
