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15 Snow Experiences in Scandinavia to Build a Day Around

26 tours  ·  from $52

This is the shortlist you would send a friend: 15 snow experiences worth the money, each with its price, its traveller verdict and the one thing to know before you commit.

From Tromsø: Guided Husky Snowshoe Hike and Husky Camp Visit - Meeting outside the Radisson Blu in Tromsø
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From Tromsø: Guided Husky Snowshoe Hike and Husky Camp Visit

1.Guided Husky Snowshoe Hike and Husky Camp Visit

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 555 reviews · from $175Our pick

Leave Tromsø for Kvaløya and a husky camp with about 200 dogs. Your English-speaking guide leads an easy-to-moderate snowshoe hike with one or two huskies, followed by dog-yard time, puppies, hot drinks, and homemade cake. Guides may include Lara, Max, Lea, Nina, or Clementine.

“Transport, snowshoe walk and meeting the dogs was very well organised. Our walking Guide was very informative about the scenery and the Alaskan husky dogs in general. In the break we got a nice warm Berry drink with homemade choco chip cookies. The visit and cuddles with the dogs were the highlight (for me). Afterwards there was coffee or tea, again accompanied by homemade chocolate cake, which was lunch in itself. I highly recommend this tour!!”

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Tromsø: Cross Country Guided Skiing Course - Charlottenlund Aktivitetspark is the practical starting point
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Tromsø: Cross Country Guided Skiing Course

2.Cross Country Guided Skiing Course

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 503 reviews · 2.5 hours · from $99

Meet at Charlottenlund Aktivitetspark for a beginner-friendly langrenn lesson with skis, boots, and poles included. Guides such as Sissel, Tuva, Elias, and Elen teach balance, gliding, hills, and turns before leading you toward Prestvannet Lake for photos, a warm drink, and Norwegian sweets.

“We had an amazing cross-country skiing lesson on a snowy day, and honestly, the weather made it even more special. Our guide was incredibly patient, professional, and encouraging throughout the entire session. I would absolutely recommend this tour!”

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From Tromsø: Snowshoe Hike in the Arctic - Meeting at Clarion Hotel The Edge
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From Tromsø: Snowshoe Hike in the Arctic

3.Snowshoe Hike in the Arctic

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 467 reviews · 4 hours · from $157

Meet guides such as Adrian or Truls at Clarion Hotel The Edge, then ride 30 minutes to Ersfjordbotn for about three hours on snowshoes. Expect fjord views, steady uphill walking, wildlife tracks, a hot drink, snacks, and possibly a playful slide back down.

“Excellent time snowshoeing! Truls was a great guide - personable and knowledgeable. We would return!”

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Svolvær: Snowshoe Nature Explorer - Why snowshoes work well for first-time walkers
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Svolvær: Snowshoe Nature Explorer

4.Snowshoe Nature Explorer

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 113 reviews · 3 hours · from $146

Meet XXLofoten on Svolvær’s harbour quay, collect snowshoes and poles, then ride by minibus to the trail. An English or Norwegian-speaking guide leads a gentle three-hour walk through snowy Lofoten, with local stories, photo stops, and hot drinks. Guides may include Magnus, Jonathan, Toby, or Lawrence.

“Thanks to our guide, Jonathan, for making this journey wonderful and for the easy, engaging conversations during the tour. It was full of meaningful information and definitely worth the price!”

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Guided Snowshoe Walk on Tromsoya Island in Tromso - Learning the snowshoes before the first steps
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Guided Snowshoe Walk on Tromsoya Island in Tromso

5.Guided Snowshoe Walk on Tromsoya Island in Tromso

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 103 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $118

Learn snowshoeing on Tromsøya Island with guides such as Marta, Joana, Lucas, or Julius. Walk gentle forest trails, pause for city and Arctic views, then warm up with black currant tea and lefse. The 2.5-hour outing suits beginners and includes transport and equipment.

“This was a lovely, picturesque trip with a great guide, thank you. The guide was very knowledgeable and friendly.”

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Abisko: Wilderness Snowshoe Hike - What your two-hour outing looks like
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Abisko: Wilderness Snowshoe Hike

6.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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Oslo: Day Pass for Downhill Skiing at SNØ Ski Dome - Arriving at the Welcome Center
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Oslo: Day Pass for Downhill Skiing at SNØ Ski Dome

7.Day Pass for Downhill Skiing at SNØ Ski Dome

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 88 reviews · 1 day · from $52Best value

Spend a full day at SNØ, Norway’s indoor ski resort in Viken County. Ski or snowboard on three alpine slopes, practice in the beginner area, use the ski park, or try cross-country skiing beneath the roof. Rentals, lessons, cafés, shops, and ice climbing are available separately.

“Najważniejsze jest że można wypożyczyć cały sprzęt z ubiorem na miejscu”

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Snowshoe Hill Hike in Tromsø - The climb to a 400-meter summit
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Snowshoe Hill Hike in Tromsø

8.Snowshoe Hill Hike in Tromsø

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 77 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $153Top rated

Travel 40 minutes from Tromsø to Kvaløya, learn to use snowshoes, then hike toward a 400-meter summit with fjord views. Guides such as Deedee, Mikkel, Michael, Lucas, and Tomi have led memorable outings, with hot drinks and lefse served at the top.

“Our tour guide Deede was amazing! We had a great time with our friends. The hike was fantastic, and the view was incredible. This was our favorite activity in Tromso.”

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Tromsø: Snow Sledding, Mini Skiing, Lasso and Reindeer Hides - Mini skis and the lasso challenge
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Tromsø: Snow Sledding, Mini Skiing, Lasso and Reindeer Hides

9.Snow Sledding, Mini Skiing, Lasso and Reindeer Hides

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 60 reviews · from $69

Meet Benedicte and the Arctic Fun team at Charlottenlund aktivitets- og friluftspark for 105 minutes of snow play. You can race downhill on toboggan mats, try mini skis, throw a lasso, sip hot drinks, eat Norwegian snacks, and relax by a bonfire on reindeer hides. Northern Lights may appear on clear evenings.

“Booked last minute and although the weather was extremely windy we had a great time! 3 options of sledges and a selection of hot drinks. Great if you have a spare couple of hours and don’t know what to do.”

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Snowshoe hiking in Bergen - Public tour - What the summit view depends on
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Snowshoe hiking in Bergen – Public tour

10.Snowshoe hiking in Bergen – Public tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 59 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $246

Meet your English-speaking guide in central Bergen, collect snowshoes and poles, then hike from Gullbotn skiløype through quiet winter country. The pace suits the group, with summit views when weather allows, plus coffee or tea and a Norwegian snack. Guides may include Frank, Østen, or Tobias.

“Frank was an excellent guide. He took us to a secluded spot north of Bergen with fantastic views. His knowledge of the area was excellent and he was able to adapt the walking pace to the group. Would highly recommend anyone to go on this tour.”

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Stockholm: Winter Snowshoe Full-Day Hike - Forest trails, deer tracks, and Swedish ecosystems
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Stockholm: Winter Snowshoe Full-Day Hike

11.Winter Snowshoe Full-Day Hike

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 57 reviews · from $176

Spend a full winter day near Stockholm with a small group of up to eight, learning snowshoe skills, spotting deer tracks, crossing frozen lakes, and eating an organic lunch by a campfire. Guides such as Tigo, Eric, and George bring nature and Swedish culture into the walk.

“Although we weren’t very lucky with the wether, we had a fantastic day. Eric did a super great job. He explained a lot, was extremely motivated and we had a great ambiance in our group. We highly recommend this trip.”

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Snowshoe Tour in Winter Wonderland - Oslo - Oslomarka’s Snowy Forest Trails
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Snowshoe Tour in Winter Wonderland – Oslo

12.Snowshoe Tour in Winter Wonderland – Oslo

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 41 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $106

Meet your English-speaking guide at 9:55 am, ride the Frognerseteren metro into Oslomarka, and learn snowshoeing on snowy forest trails. Snowshoes, poles, and transit are included. Guides such as Miles, Lin, and Patricia tailor the pace for beginners, with hiking offered if snow conditions change.

“The snowshoe hike was the highlight of my trip to Norway! Lin, the guide, was very sweet and helpful not only in the use of the snowshoes (I was a complete beginner!), but also helped to give recommendations for things to do in the city and tips on using the tram/metro lines. The whole group was very nice, and I especially enjoyed meeting and chatting with my fellow solo traveler, Sarah! We were very fortunate to get our trip in as the snow was beginning to dwindle in Oslo. I would highly recommend this tour to anyone considering it!”

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Snowshoe in a Winter Forest - Anders brings local knowledge to the walk
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Snowshoe in a Winter Forest

13.Snowshoe in a Winter Forest

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 40 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $146

Join guide Anders for an easy 2 to 2.5 km snowshoe walk through the forest near Kiruna. Learn to read animal tracks, hear about Sami culture and local mining, then warm up with homemade berry juice and Kangoskaka by a fire. Equipment and central pickup are included.

“On recommande à 100%> Anders est un guide passionné et bienveillant. Il nous as fait découvrir un paysage et une nature magnifique. Merci beaucoup !!”

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Snowshoe Winter Hike from Stockholm - Snowshoes, ice cleats, and a useful first lesson
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Snowshoe Winter Hike from Stockholm

14.Snowshoe Winter Hike from Stockholm

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 27 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $191

Leave Stockholm by minibus for a small-group winter hike in a national park or nature reserve. Your guide teaches snowshoe or ice-cleat skills, leads wildlife walks, and supervises frozen-lake crossings when conditions allow. Lunch, fika, equipment, and transport are included.

“It’s one of those once in a life time experiences. I really enjoyed the hike, despite being tired. We also walked on two lakes, which was very scary but our guide managed to help all of us and even take pictures and videos while we do so. The soup we had was very delicious as well!”

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Guided Morning Snowshoe Hike with Huskies - Getting fitted for a winter walk
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Guided Morning Snowshoe Hike with Huskies

15.Guided Morning Snowshoe Hike with Huskies

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 25 reviews · 5 hours 15 minutes (approx.) · from $192

Join a small guided group for a five-hour snowshoe outing from Tromsø to the Tromsø Wilderness Centre. Walk with huskies through Kvaløya’s snowy countryside, pause for coffee, tea, hot chocolate, and homemade cake, then spend time with the dogs around the centre’s fire.

“This was really a wonderful experience. At first I was not too excited because im not a dog person but I fell in love with them as soon as I started walking with them. The weather was good which played a vital part. The guides were wonderful people, and were very friendly. My wife was slow and was running behind and they made sure someone was with her the whole time and even helped her with her walk. Really worth it.”

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