The 13 Best National Park Trips in Scandinavia

1.Folgefonna National Park & Glacier Lake Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 589 reviews · 10 hours · from $222Our pick

Travel from Bergen by comfortable bus and fj ferry to Folgefonna National Park, stop behind Steindalsfossen, then walk the easy Bondhusvatnet trail with guides such as Alexa, Salome, or Bailey. Expect 10 hours of scenery, stories, photo stops, and a picnic by the glacier lake.

“Amazing trip and beautiful views. Alexa made this trip very memorable. She was very professional, knowledgeable, personable and kind.”

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2.Musk ox Safari in Dovrefjell National Park, Oppdal Safari

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 524 reviews · 7 hours (approx.) · from $85Top rated

Meet Oppdal Safari at 9:30 am for a guided, six-hour mountain hike in Dovrefjell National Park. Guides such as Kaspar, Stina, Ida, and Hannes have led walks covering musk ox, reindeer, plants, and local culture. Coffee, tea, and sometimes cinnamon buns are provided.

“Great trip, with a guide who could tell everything that was worth knowing about the fauna on Dovre. We had only walked 10 minutes before the first 2 mosquitoes showed up. These we could follow at good distance for about 3-4 hours. Several showed up along the way. Totally magical!Auto-translated”

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3.Bergen Day Tour to National Park Folgefonna and Glacier Lake

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 408 reviews · 10 hours (approx.) · from $228

Travel from Bergen to Folgefonna National Park with guides such as Sam or Alexa, walk behind Steinsdalsfossen, cross the Hardangerfjord twice, and hike to turquoise Bondhusvatnet. Expect a long but scenic day, changing weather, a mostly easy trail, and time for photos and a picnic.

“Superb tour and whilst the fjords, waterfalls and glaciers were amazing, they were only enhanced by our guide “Sam”. She was superb and despite less than ideal conditions (no microphone on the mini bus) she dealt with it all professionally and with style. A great tour and would recommend!”

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4.Morning hike in Abisko National Park

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 239 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $91

Join a Lights Over Lapland guide for a relaxed 1.5 to 2-hour walk through Abisko National Park. You may spot reindeer, moose, foxes, mountain hare, or animal tracks while learning about local nature and history. Pickup from Abisko or Björkliden is included, and poles are available on request.

“It was awesome experience and guide was really very helpful during the walk path … Being first time snow hiking for me I enjoyed a lot … guide explained everything very well and I made it successfully”

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5.Arctic Wilderness Snowmobile Daytime Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 174 reviews · 8 hours · from $271

Leave Tromsø by coach for the Lyngen Alps, where guides such as Jakub and Samuel introduce you to gentle, beginner-friendly snowmobiling. Share a machine, switch drivers, stop for photos, and finish with soup, bread, and hot drinks at Lyngskroa.

“It was mid January in the Artic (camp Tamok), around -26.5C in the valley. The guide is very knowledgeable of the area and ensure we are suited well for the condition and safety. The snowmobile activity was absolutely fun and the wilderness scenery was spectacular. Highly recommended.”

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6.Abisko National Park: Scenic Morning Hike with Transfer

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 172 reviews · 2 hours · from $88

Join Lights Over Lapland for a two-hour, 3 to 4 km morning hike in Abisko National Park. Guides such as Felix, Sara, Cecilia, and Miquel explain Arctic wildlife, Sami culture, local history, and the Abisko River canyon. Hotel pickup is included, but not from Kiruna.

“Matteo seemed to know so much and made a point to explain so many details about Abisko. It felt more than just a hike. He made sure each of us had the right boots and also helped in the tricky parts. He was patient with the speed of each of us walking and also made sure we got amazing photos .”

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7.Wilderness Snowshoe Hike

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 94 reviews · 2 hours · from $88

Join an English-speaking guide for a two-hour snowshoe walk through Abisko’s birch forest and snowy backcountry. Guides such as Anne, Anna, Michelle, and Cecilia have led guests to wide lake views, moose tracks, fox prints, and, when conditions allow, moose sightings. Warm clothing and hot drinks are included.

“Anne was so sweet - thank you for a beautiful tour😊”

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8.Dovrefjell National Park: Hiking Tour and Musk Ox Safari

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 88 reviews · from $64Best value

Set out from Hjerkinn with guides such as Kim or Uwe for a 5 to 6 hour hike through Dovrefjell National Park. Search for wild musk ox from at least 200 meters away, learn about reindeer and local culture, and cover 6 to 15 km in changing mountain weather.

“Kim was a great guide, the size of the group was good and I felt like we were in very capable hands. And of course we saw some muskus oxen!”

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9.Summer Day Hike in the wilderness

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 37 reviews · from $142

Escape Tromsø for a four-hour hike on Kvaløya with an English-speaking guide such as Evgeni. Walk about 2 km each way to Brosmetinden, enjoy fjord views and a homemade lunch, and return with poles, backpack, photos, and transport included.

“The guide was awesome and very knowledgeable the hike and the view was incredible, a little more to eat and drink would have been great otherwise an awesome experience 😊 🇦🇺”

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10.Midnight Sun Hike in the wilderness

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 18 reviews · from $132

Join Wandering Owl for a four-hour evening hike from Tromsø into the coastal countryside. You will walk up a small mountain with a guide, watch the midnight sun color fjords and peaks, learn about Arctic plants and animals, and return with photos by email.

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11.Færvik: Raet National Park Sea Kayaking Trip

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews · 3 hours · from $125

Start at Hove on Tromøya with safety training, warm gear, and paddle practice before crossing sheltered skerry waters toward Gjessøya, Merdø, and Gjessholmen. Your Norwegian or English-speaking guide, including Pat on some departures, shares island history and takes photos during this three-hour outing.

“Great guide, regardless of weather. Personalized for who was there! Felt like it was a unique experience.”

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12.Experience Seiland National Park

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 4 reviews · from $244

You’ll take a guided RIB ride from Alta to Seiland National Park, crossing Altafjord for about an hour each way. At Bekkarfjord, expect steep peaks, northern glaciers, flower meadows, and possible seals or sea eagles. Thermal suits, gloves, goggles, shoes, and a snack are included.

“Very limited time at park. Landing has no exit—over rocks and dangerous terrain. Should not take this excursion if you have limited mobility. Scenery was beautiful.”

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13.Lofoten Islands: Guided Hiking Into the Wilderness – Uphill

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews · 1 day · from $136

Join Polar-folk.com for a 3.5 to 4-hour uphill hike from Gimsøystraumen to a 550-meter summit. English-speaking guides, including Paul, lead private or small groups through calm wilderness, with walking poles, photo breaks, and local insight.

“Tutto perfetto, la guida veramente simpatica e preparata e il percorso adeguato per chi ha un allenamento medio e senza zone esposte, vista bellissima in vetta e durante il percorso, sentiero semplice e in buono stato, purtroppo ha iniziato a piovere una volta arrivati in vetta, ma nessun problema, con un buon paio di scarpe da trekking ed una giacca impermeabile tutto si è risolto. Importante portare uno zainetto per vestirsi a strati.”

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