Alta Winter activities 2015 - ENGLISH

ALTA WINTER ACTIVITIES

2015

The City of the Northern Lights

Winter Activities Alta 2015 December 15 - April 15 Welcome to Alta, the City of the Northern Lights at 70°N! In the City of the Northern Lights, you'll find a never-ending range of activities and adventure, all framed by the fantastic blue light and contrasts which are so distinctive to Norwegian Lapland in mid winter. Spend the night in a fairytale hotel made of snow and ice. Explore the windswept plains by snowmobile or with your own team of dogs. Take a guided tour of the town or visit North Europe’s largest canyon. Sample the Arctic cuisine. The only thing holding you back is your imagination!

POPULATION: Alta is the largest city in Norwegian Lapland with 20.000 inhabitants, and is a growing town centre.

SHOPPING: Alta town centre has a great range of shopping at a number of locations including Alta Storsenter, Parksenteret, Sentrum Syd and Håndverkshuset.

Bossekop is the old town centre of Alta and there are a number of good shops here as well.

ENTERTAINMENT: Pubs: Pernille, Nordlysbaren, Restaurant Alta (Rica Hotel Alta), Studenthuset City, Alfa Omega, Barila Pub, Bar & Restaurant Haldde (Thon Hotel Vica) CLIMATE: The climate in Alta is dry and stable. On winter evenings, you have a good chance of spotting the Northern Lights over the town. The dark season in Alta lasts from November to January, after which the days grow gradually longer. The midnight sun lasts from May to August, when it is daylight all day and night.

SKI TRAILS: Alta has an excellent network of cross-country ski trails covering both short and long distances, through valleys, forests and over mountain plains.

All trails are groomed regularly.

North Adventure & Alta Guideservice Bjørn Wirkolas vei 11, N-9510 Alta, Norway

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OTHER: Ten pin bowling, cinema, swimming pool, gym.

For more information, contact the reception desk at your hotel or the tourist information. Information online about other winter activities in Finnmark – Norwegian Lapland can be found at www.nordnorge.com DISTANCES: Alta Town Centre – Alta airport: 4.5 km Alta Town Centre – Sorrisniva Igloo Hotel: 20 km BOOKING: Activities can be booked at the reception desk in your hotel or at the office of North Adventure up to one day in advance by 15:00.

• NB! Not all activities are available for the entire period from 15.12.14-15.04.15. Check individual dates. NB! Separate programme for Christmas and Easter.

• CANCELLATION: activities must be cancelled one day in advance before 15:00 otherwise you will be charged 100%.

• No minimum number of participants.

• Thermal suit, shoes, hat/helmet and gloves are included in the price for the dog-sledge and snowmobile trips. We recommend thermal underwear, woollen/fleece sweater, tracksuit trousers, warm socks and a scarf.

• The organisers have the right to cancel all excursions in the event of adverse weather or driving conditions.

• We cannot guarantee a sighting of the Northern Lights – weather and solar energy conditions must be favorable.

• Duration of activities: The times stated for the activities are pick-up and drop off times at the hotel.

Contact information for booking: North Adventure & Alta Guideservice Bjørn Wirkolas vei 11, N-9510 Alta, Norway Tel: +47 78 44 50 50 booking@northadventure.no

North Adventure & Alta Guideservice Bjørn Wirkolas vei 11, N-9510 Alta, Norway

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CONTENTS: AI 01 Hunt for the Northern Lights AI 02 Spend the Night at Sorrisniva Igloo Hotel AI 03 Visit Sorrisniva Igloo Hotel AI 04 Morning Snowmobile Safari and visit to Sorrisniva Igloo Hotel AI 05 Hunting the Northern Lights With Snowmobiles AI 06 2-Course Dinner at Sorrisniva AI 07 3-Course Dinner at Sorrisniva AI 10 Dogsledding in the Realm of the Moose with Holmen Husky AI 11 Dogsledding in Wonderful Winter Light with Holmen Husky AI 12 Northern Lights – Overnight in a Lavvo at the Husky Farm AI 13 A Taste of Dogsledding AI 14 Evening Trip by Dogsled AI 16 Snowshoe Hike and Ice Fishing with Arctic Lunch AI 17 World Heritage Rock Art Centre – Alta Museum AI 18 A Taste of Norwegian Lapland NEW - AI 23 Northern Lights Safari at Pæskatun NEW - AI 24 Alta Quartzite Slate NEW - AI 25 Fatbike - Day Trip NEW - AI 26 Fatbike - Evening Trip NEW - AI 27 Fatbike - Finnmarksvidda NEW - AI 28 Fatbike Rental NEW - AI 29 Family adventure – dog and sled NEW - AI 30 Winter Expedition to North Cape NEW - AI 31 Guided tour of the Northern Lights Cathedral

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Activity AI 01 Hunt for the Northern Lights

Price NOK 1500 per person

01.11. – 15.04.15

Want to experience the beautiful spectacle of the Northern Lights, but don’t know how or where to go? We pick you up at your hotel and take you by car to the best viewpoints, far from the light pollution around the town. GLØD can help with your camera settings to help you capture the best shots of this wonderful phenomenon.

Children under 12 NOK 1090 per person

Duration From Alta at 19:00

Comments Includes transport from Alta centre.

Return between 23:30 and 01:00

Hot drinks and snacks served.

Return time may be extended depending on viewing circumstances GLØ

AI 02 Spend the Night at Sorrisniva Igloo Hotel

NOK 2250 per person

05.01. – 15.04.15

Children under 12, The Igloo Hotel is situated in Sorrisniva, 20 kilometres from Alta town NOK 1150 per person centre, in idyllic surroundings on the banks of the Alta River. The entire exterior and interior is made of snow and ice - the rooms, the Extra for single room beds, even the glasses in the ice-bar. Apart from its 25 bedrooms, the NOK 300 p.p.

Igloo Hotel houses a suite, a bar and several lounges. The temperatures inside the igloo remain constant between minus 4 and minus 7. Thanks to natural reindeer-hides, mattresses and sleeping bags that keep you warm, you will have a comfortable night. We recommend wearing woollen underwear and a hat during the night.

Depart Alta 16:00 Return next day 10:00

Includes transport from/to Alta town centre, accommodation in double room, morning sauna & breakfast.

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AI 03 Visit Sorrisniva Igloo Hotel

NOK 200 per person

05.01. – 15.04.15

Norway’s largest igloo hotel. An amazing building of ice and snow, with suites, individual rooms, chapel, bar and several lounges. The hotel is decorated with ice sculptures, which are exquisite works of art. The changing themes every year ensure a unique experience.

Children under 12, NOK 50 per person

Mon-Sat: 12:00–20:00

Transport not included.

Sun: 12:00–18:00

SOR

North Adventure & Alta Guideservice Bjørn Wirkolas vei 11, N-9510 Alta, Norway

jon@northadventure.no tanja@northadventure.no

+47 99 49 27 76 +47 97 59 27 76

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Activity AI 04 Morning Snowmobile Safari and visit to Sorrisniva Igloo Hotel 05.01. – 15.04.15

You will be picked up in Alta city centre and brought to the Igloo Hotel for the snowmobile safari. We provide the necessary equipment and clothing before start, such as thermal suit, shoes, hat/helmet and gloves. Our path leads us through the forest and up onto the Finnmarksvidda plateau, with its wide, white snow covered expanse. In daytime, the view is magnificent and the thrill of driving such a fun vehicle is exhilarating!

AI 05 Hunting the Northern Lights With Snowmobiles 05.01. – 15.04.15

You will be picked up in Alta city centre and brought to the Igloo Hotel for the snowmobile safari. An introduction about the northern lights and an evaluation of the chances of seeing them this evening will be done before we provide you with the necessary clothing and start the snowmobile safari. Once at our mountain destination we will hopefully see the lights, and our guides will tell you more about the beliefs and stories that the Sami people have held through the generations. A hot drink is served while we are waiting and watching.

Price 1 person per snowmobile: NOK 1650 per person 2 persons per snowmobile: NOK 1450 per person

Duration From Alta 09:30 Return from Sorrisniva at 13:00

Children under 12, NOK 750 per person 1 person per snowmobile: NOK 1650 per person 2 persons per snowmobile: NOK 1450 per person

Comments Includes transport from Alta centre, fuel, thermal suit, shoes, hat/helmet, gloves.

Driving licence for car/motorcycle required.

SOR

From Alta 16:00 Return from Sorrisniva at 20:15

Includes transport from Alta centre, fuel, thermal suit, shoes, hat/helmet, gloves. Warm drinks served. Driving licence for car/motorcycle required.

Dinner in Sorrisniva can be booked for after the trip.

Children under 12, NOK 750 per person SOR

AI 06 2-Course Dinner at Sorrisniva

NOK 655 per person

Drinks not included.

05.01. – 15.04.15

Menu á la carte.

Enjoy a special meal prepared by one of the country’s greatest chefs.

All meals based on local ingredients.

SOR

North Adventure & Alta Guideservice Bjørn Wirkolas vei 11, N-9510 Alta, Norway

jon@northadventure.no tanja@northadventure.no

+47 99 49 27 76 +47 97 59 27 76

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Activity AI 07 3-Course Dinner at Sorrisniva

Price NOK 775 per person

Duration

Comments Drinks not included.

05.01. – 15.04.15

Menu á la carte.

Enjoy a special meal prepared by one of the country’s greatest chefs.

All meals based on local ingredients.

AI 10 Dogsledding in the Realm of the Moose with Holmen Husky

SOR

NOK 1250 per person

15.12. - 15.04.15

You’ll be outfitted on arrival at Holmen Husky with extra winter clothing if needed, and taken to meet your guides and dog team.

After instructions on handling the dogsled, you will travel out in pairs – one seated on reindeer skins in the sled, and one driver. You can switch places halfway through, and if you don’t want to drive at all, no problem! We will drive for you.

Children under 12, 50% discount per person

10:00–12:30

Includes transport from/to Alta, winter clothing as needed, proper instructions from our guides, dogsled trip, approximately 15 km, hot coffee / blackcurrant and cookies, dog snuggles and photo opportunities Lunch is available on request.

You’ll journey along the Alta River and through the nearby forest – keep an eye out for the mighty moose as you go! Back at the kennel again, you’ll have a chance to get plenty of dog hugs and kisses, and take pictures of your new friends.

We will have something warm to drink waiting for you inside our big lavvo, and your hosts will join you to answer questions and talk about life in the arctic as a dog musher and breeder.

HH

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Activity AI 11 Dogsledding in Wonderful Winter Light with Holmen Husky

Price NOK 1250 per person

15.12. –15.04.15

You’ll be outfitted on arrival at Holmen Husky with extra winter clothing if needed, and taken to meet your guides and dog team.

After instructions on handling the dogsled, you will travel out in pairs – one seated on reindeer skins in the sled, and one driver. You can switch places halfway through, and if you don’t want to drive at all, no problem! We will drive for you.

Children under 12, 50%

Duration 16:00–18:30

Comments Includes transport from/to Alta, winter clothing as needed, proper instructions from our guides, dogsled trip, approximately 15 km, hot coffee / blackcurrant and cookies, dog snuggles and photo opportunities We recommend to combine this tour with the tour AI 12.

You’ll journey along the Alta River and through the nearby forest in twilight and nighttime! Back at the kennel again, you’ll have a chance to get plenty of dog hugs and kisses, and take pictures of your new friends. We will have something warm to drink waiting for you inside our big lavvo, and your hosts will join you to answer questions and talk about life in the arctic as a dog musher and breeder.

HH

AI 12 Northern Lights – Overnight in a Lavvo at the Husky Farm

NOK 1690 per person

15.12. –30.04.15

Enjoy a well-deserved hot shower and meal after your winter adventure. Then, relax with a drink of your choice in our cozy common areas, and swap stories about your recent travels and adventures. We even have a Spa and Jacuzzi that we can make available to you, if you want that extra touch of luxury.

When it’s time for bed, you’ll head to your special tent, insulated against the winter’s cold. Curl up in the double bed, warmed by the fireplace at one edge of the tent, and gaze up through the floor-totop window. If you’re lucky you might get a glimpse of the Northern Lights! After a restful night, you’ll wake in time for a good breakfast before heading back to Alta and the rest of your journey.

Children under 12, 50%

Spa and Jacuzzi access is an extra charge of NOK 350 p.p.

Pick up or return transfers from your hotel; 2 course meal for supper; overnight accommodation; breakfast buffet in our lounge; warm winter clothing; Norwegian/English guide OBS: Accommodation is only possible in combination with our scheduled dog sledding trips AI10 or AI11

HH

North Adventure & Alta Guideservice Bjørn Wirkolas vei 11, N-9510 Alta, Norway

jon@northadventure.no tanja@northadventure.no

+47 99 49 27 76 +47 97 59 27 76

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Activity AI 13 A Taste of Dogsledding

Price NOK 1250 per person

15.12. –15.04.15

Ready to become a dog musher for a morning? At Northern Lights Husky, the emphasis is on your participation.

Children under 12 NOK 625 per person

When you arrive at the dog centre, in the countryside outside of Alta, you will be under the instruction and guidance of veteran, professional dog mushers. Inside the dog yard, you'll find many happy Alaskan huskies that are eager to meet you. Your hosts will provide the instructions necessary to harness your team and control your sled, but you will be the ones to prepare the team and sled.

Duration 10:00–12:30

Comments Pick up or return transfers from your hotel We provide warm thermal suits, mittens, hats and winter boots.

Cake is included in the tour price.

When everything is ready, you will head out on your trip, two per sled - one driver and one passenger, and experienced guides with their own teams in front and in back of you. Midway along the route, you will swap places before finishing the ride. The route will take you out, into the forest and along the Alta River. As you glide along, you'll be delighted with the smooth power of the enthusiastic dogs, and the tranquility and beauty of the natural environment that surrounds you.

After your dog sledding trip, you'll relax around an open fire and the hosts will share stories about the joys and ordeals of dogsled racing.

NLH

North Adventure & Alta Guideservice Bjørn Wirkolas vei 11, N-9510 Alta, Norway

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Activity AI 14 Evening Trip by Dogsled

Price NOK 1250 per person

15.12. –15.04.15

Ready to become an afternoon dog musher? At Northern Lights Husky, the emphasis is on your participation.

Children under 12: NOK 625 per person

When you arrive at the dog centre, in the countryside outside of Alta, you will be under the instruction and guidance of veteran, professional dog mushers. Inside the dog yard, you'll find many happy Alaskan huskies that are eager to meet you. Your hosts will provide the instructions necessary to harness your team and control your sled, but you will be the ones to prepare the team and sled.

Duration 17:00–19:30

Comments Pick up or return transfers from your hotel We provide warm thermal suits, mittens, hats and winter boots.

Cake are included in the tour price.

When everything is ready, you will head out on your trip, two per sled - one driver and one passenger, and experienced guides with their own teams in front and in back of you. Midway along the route, you will swap places before finishing the ride. The route will take you out, into the forest and along the Alta River. You'll experience not just the power of the dogs, but the excitement of gliding along through the twilight and night.

After your dog sledding trip, you'll relax around an open fire and the hosts will share stories about the joys and ordeals of dogsled racing.

NLH

North Adventure & Alta Guideservice Bjørn Wirkolas vei 11, N-9510 Alta, Norway

jon@northadventure.no tanja@northadventure.no

+47 99 49 27 76 +47 97 59 27 76

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Activity AI 16 Snowshoe Hike and Ice Fishing with Arctic Lunch

Price NOK 1390 per person

01.12. –30.04.15

Key words are snowshoes or skis, hot lunch prepared over an open fire and served in a Sami lavvu (herdsmen’s tent), pine forest and animal tracks. We drill a hole in the ice and try ice-fishing. Are the fish biting? An Alaskan husky pulls a pulka with our food and equipment. Remember your camera – there will be plenty of photo opportunities!

This adventure sums up the Norwegian outdoor culture.

Children under 12, NOK 750 per person

Duration From Alta at 10:00

Comments Includes transport, thermal suit, snowshoes, fishing gear and hot arctic lunch.

Return to Alta at 14:30

GLØ

AI 17 World Heritage Rock Art Centre – Alta Museum

NOK 65 per person

01.10. –30.04.15

Alta Museum features exhibitions on rock art in Alta and other cultural history exhibitions. Temporary exhibitions on themes such as the Northern Lights, angling and art exhibitions. Café with a panoramic view over the Altafjord and souvenir shop. Guided tours for groups by prior arrangement.

08:00–15:00 before Jan 1.

Transport not included.

09:00-15:00 after Jan 01

AMU

AI 18 A Taste of Norwegian Lapland

NOK 600 per person

3 hours

Transport not included.

01.12. –30.04.15

Experience a unique evening in the old centre of Alta including a gourmet meal at Thon Hotel Vica. At one of Finnmark's best restaurants, Restaurant Haldde, you will be served a tasty threecourse Arctic dinner in the form of king crab, a choice of grilled stockfish or lightly smoked leg of reindeer and a "taste of Norwegian Lapland" for dessert.

Open from 4pm-midnight

THV

North Adventure & Alta Guideservice Bjørn Wirkolas vei 11, N-9510 Alta, Norway

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Activity NEW - AI 23 Northern Lights Safari at Pæskatun

Price NOK 1500 per adult

01.10.14 – 15.04.15

Join us in the hunt for the Northern Lights! Our experienced Northern Lights hunter will bring you along, leaving the light pollution of the city behind and into the areas where the probability for spotting the Northern Lights is the best.

NOK 900 per child under 12

Duration 5 hours (+1 hour if needed) Nov-Feb: 18:00–23:00 Mar: 19:00–24:00

We will pick you up at your hotel and spend the night chasing the Northern Lights. Hot beverages and snacks included in price. Photo and camera instructions will be provided. The journey will last 5 hours (+1 if needed).

Apr: 21:00–01:00 (10-April is last tour date)

BASE CAMP: During the chase for the Northern Lights we have the possibility to go to our base camp at Pæskatun, around a 20 minute drive from the town center. We have a couple of warm slatecottages where we can wait for the Northern Lights in comfort. At Pæskatun our guide will introduce the unique Northern Lights history of Alta, and give a presentation about the phenomenon of the Northern Lights. Toilets and telescopes at Pæskatun.

Comments Transport included. Pickup is at Scandic Hotel in Alta Note that tour times change later in the season.

Snacks and hot beverages are included. Warm clothing provided if needed.

Slate souvenirs are available for purchase.

PÆS

NEW - AI 24 Alta Quartzite Slate 01.12. –30.04.15

NOK 900 per person, minimum 2 people

All days, 11:00–13:30

Come to Pæskatun and see an old industry in modern times! Slate products have been crafted in Alta since the 1800s, and the practice today is still similar to the old-fashioned ways.

Transport to and from Pæskatun included. This tour must be booked by 16:00 the day before.

Guests may use equipment on site with guidance from the hosts to make their own slate souvenir. Handcrafted slate souvenirs from Pæskatun are available for purchase.

Learn about the history of the slate workers in Alta. See a demonstration of modern slate-cutting techniques. Watch your host shape the slate with scissors, and then try your hand at making your own slate souvenir. Be the first person on Earth to touch a 700million year old rock surface!

North Adventure & Alta Guideservice Bjørn Wirkolas vei 11, N-9510 Alta, Norway

2.5 hours

PÆS

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Activity NEW - AI 25 Fatbike - Day Trip

Price NOK 1190 per person

Duration 4 hours

01.12. –30.04.15

All days, 10:00–14:00

Fatbike: cool, fat and playful!

Comments Price includes transport to and from hotel, lunch, fatbike rental, helmet and Neos overshoes.

Clip less pedals available on request

Fatbikes are relatively ordinary mountain bikes without suspension shocks fitted with extremely oversized wheels. The tyres are often up to 5″, hence the name fatbike. With such wide wheels, cycling is now possible year-round including on snow in winter.

Bring a small backpack for spare clothes e.g. a down jacket to wear during the lunch break.

We are the first and only company in Alta to have the pleasure of offering both short and long guided fatbike trips and also fatbike rental.

Duration of the tour is four hours from pickup to drop-off at hotel.

Join us for a daytime fatbike trip along the many scenic dog sledding and snowmobile trails in the Alta Valley. This means the best single tracks you can dream of and an unforgettable nature-based experience with a large portion of exercise included for good measure.

The tour guides will determine the route, ride duration and intensity of the ride based on the fitness level and cycling experience of the group.

We stop en route at one of the Alta Valley’s many rustic shelters to light a fire and enjoy snacks/a light lunch and tea/coffee brewed on the fire.

GLØ

North Adventure & Alta Guideservice Bjørn Wirkolas vei 11, N-9510 Alta, Norway

jon@northadventure.no tanja@northadventure.no

+47 99 49 27 76 +47 97 59 27 76

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Activity NEW - AI 26 Fatbike - Evening Trip

Price NOK 1190 per person

Duration 4 hours

01.12. –30.04.15

All days, 16:00– 20:00

Fatbike: cool, fat and playful!

Fatbikes are relatively ordinary mountain bikes without suspension shocks fitted with extremely oversized wheels. The tyres are often up to 5″, hence the name fatbike. With such wide wheels, cycling is now possible year-round including on snow in winter.

Comments Price includes transport to and from hotel, snacks or light meal plus tea/coffee, fatbike rental, helmet and Neos overshoes.

Clip less pedals available on request Bring a small backpack for spare clothes e.g. a down jacket to wear during the lunch break.

We are the first and only company in Alta to have the pleasure of offering both short and long guided fatbike trips and also fatbike rental.

Duration of the tour is four hours from pickup to drop-off at hotel.

Join us for an evening fatbike trip along the many scenic dog sledding and snowmobile trails in the Alta Valley. This is an unforgettable nature-based experience with a large portion of exercise included for good measure. On this trip we use powerful head torches that light up the forest and trails. If we switch off the torches, there’s a good chance we will spot the majestic Northern Lights dancing in the sky above us! It does not get much cooler than this!

The tour guides will determine the route, ride duration and intensity of the ride based on the fitness level and cycling experience of the group.

We stop en route at one of the Alta Valley’s many rustic shelters to light a fire and enjoy snacks/a light meal and tea/coffee brewed on the fire.

GLØ

North Adventure & Alta Guideservice Bjørn Wirkolas vei 11, N-9510 Alta, Norway

jon@northadventure.no tanja@northadventure.no

+47 99 49 27 76 +47 97 59 27 76

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Activity NEW - AI 27 Fatbike - Finnmarksvidda

Price NOK 9990 per person

09.04. –12.04.15

A world first!

During a three-day adventure, we will cross the famous Finnmarksvidda mountain plateau by fatbike (a mountain bike with extra-wide tyres).

Equipment rental fees (three-days charge): Fatbike, NOK 1470; helmet, NOK 150; shoes, NOK 150

It’s a total distance of around 90 km, spread over three legs of around 30 km each. We follow the snowmobile trail from Tutteberget to Karasjok. We stay overnight at the Øvre Mollisjok and Ranvastua mountain lodges before we end up in Karasjok. We enjoy a banquet dinner in Karasjok and stay overnight there before travelling back to Alta on Sunday.

Duration 3 days

Comments Price includes transport, all meals, three nights’ accommodation, sauna, dog support, guide and banquet dinner.

Some cycling experience and sufficient physical condition are necessary to join this trip.

Equipment rental, including fatbike, helmets and overshoes, are available if needed, for an extra charge (see "Price")

We ride on gently rolling mountain plateau landscape, which will be demanding for man and woman alike. Nevertheless, we predict that this will be an epic trip that we will remember for a long time – regardless of the weather!

We will be joined by polar dogs, which will pull the participants’ extra clothing and equipment by sledge. We’re so excited that it’s hard to put into words!

PS: Some cycling experience is necessary before embarking on this trip!

PPS: If you don’t have a fatbike, you can rent one from us!

GLØ

North Adventure & Alta Guideservice Bjørn Wirkolas vei 11, N-9510 Alta, Norway

jon@northadventure.no tanja@northadventure.no

+47 99 49 27 76 +47 97 59 27 76

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Activity NEW - AI 28 Fatbike Rental 01.12. –30.04.15

Fatbike: cool, fat and playful!

For those who are not familiar with the term fatbike, it’s a relatively ordinary mountain bike without suspension shocks fitted with extremely oversized wheels. The tyres are often up to 5″, hence the name fatbike. With such wide wheels, cycling is now possible yearround including on snow in winter.

Price NOK 450 per person per day

Duration Rental is per day, all days of the week

Comments Price includes rental of fatbike.

Rental fee is per day.

(NOK 1000 deposit also required) Helmet and shoe rental extra: NOK 50 for each (so, NOK 100 total for both)

If you are familiar with the local area or are keen to try on your own, you have the option of renting a fatbike from us. We offer rental of Nakamura Big Bob 6.0 fatbikes. This is a wonderful and light bike with a carbon frame and full Shimano XT specs.

This experience will put a smile on your face as you race through the frozen and snow-covered winter landscape along the many dog sledding trails in the Alta Valley. As one of Alta’s fatbike enthusiasts said: “This is one of the coolest and most enjoyable things you can do with your clothes on!”

In the winter darkness, the bright light from your head torch will add an extra dimension to the adventure!

North Adventure & Alta Guideservice Bjørn Wirkolas vei 11, N-9510 Alta, Norway

GLØ

jon@northadventure.no tanja@northadventure.no

+47 99 49 27 76 +47 97 59 27 76

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Activity NEW - AI 29 Family adventure – dog and sled 01.12. –30.04.15 Keen to take the whole family on a dog sledding adventure? When children join our trips, it’s normally full speed action all the time.

They are keen to investigate and test everything, preferably everything at the same time. Young and old alike will love this special dogsled trip to Alta’s best tobogganing hill.

Price NOK 990 per person Children under 12: NOK 550 per person

We pick you up from one of our collection points in Alta and drop you back there after the trip. You will receive warm winter clothing on arrival if needed.

Duration 11:00–14:00

Comments Pick up or return transfers from your hotel.

We provide warm thermal suits, mittens, hats and winter boots it's recommended to also wear warm woolen or fleece underwear Lunch is included in the tour price.

After a brief and precise introduction on operating a dogsled, we go into the dog yard, where you will be greeted by many happy Alaskan huskies. Every dog has its own kennel with its name on it. You will be given a card with the name of the dogs that are going on the trip, and YOU get to find the dogs and (with our help if needed) harness the teams to the sleds. We use a big sled to carry the group; but we also have special children’s sleds which older kids can drive if they prefer.

When everything is ready, we open the gate and set off into the peace and tranquility of the forest, marveling at the majestic nature as we are pulled along by our enthusiastic dogs. After around half an hour’s dog sledding, we will arrive at one of Alta’s best tobogganing slopes. We tie up the dogs and head for some action on the hill.

Snow and fresh air make you hungry, so we serve a delicious homemade lunch around an open fire. After lunch, we drive the dog teams back to the dog yard, remove the harnesses and see who remembers which dog lives in which kennel!

North Adventure & Alta Guideservice Bjørn Wirkolas vei 11, N-9510 Alta, Norway

NLH

jon@northadventure.no tanja@northadventure.no

+47 99 49 27 76 +47 97 59 27 76

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Activity NEW – AI 30 Winter Expedition to North Cape 01.12. –30.04.15

Price NOK 1500 per person

Duration Mon-Fri Bus departs Alta 06:35; transfer to new bus to Honningsvåg 11:30

Take a ride north from Alta to North Cape, the famous "northern edge of Europe". You'll ride out early in the morning from Alta, into the arctic wilderness aboard your comfortable coach. When you reach the little town of Honningsvåg, you'll switch to a new bus, the North Cape Express, and complete your journey.

Take some time and pictures by the big iron globe while you're there, to prove you made it so far north! Look out over the cliff and toward Svalbard and the North Pole. Spend some time in the visitor center there, and then head back to the bus for the journey down to Honningsvåg and Alta again.

Bus returns from North Cape to Honningsvåg 14:30; bus back to Alta starts 14:40

The tour includes transport back and forth from Alta and North Cape, and admission to North Cape. An itinerary will be provided, but this is not a guided tour.

Comments Bring warm clothing for North Cape and Honningsvåg, as there will be outdoor time in those locations.

Travel in either direction may be delayed due to adverse weather and convoy-driving rules.

Even though the return bus transfer in Honningsvåg is close in time, the drivers of the buses will communicate to ensure that passengers are not left behind.

Return to Alta approx. 18:30

Be advised that winter weather in the area can be severe, and in the case of sufficiently bad weather, this trip may be canceled, delayed or accelerated.

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North Adventure & Alta Guideservice Bjørn Wirkolas vei 11, N-9510 Alta, Norway

jon@northadventure.no tanja@northadventure.no

+47 99 49 27 76 +47 97 59 27 76

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Activity NEW – AI 31 Guided Tour of the Northern Lights Cathedral 01.12. –30.04.15

Price NOK 125 per person

Take a guided tour of the Northern Lights Cathedral, Alta's newest and most striking landmark in city center.

Duration Mon-Fri 11:00-15:00 Other times possible

You’ll begin at North Adventure’s office, just across the street from Alta town center. With your guide, you’ll walk to the cathedral and tour the building, hearing about the history, construction and details about the architecture of this challenging and delightful building.

Comments Guests meet at North Adventure office across from AMFI and city center. Tour lasts approximately one hour. Price includes entrance to the cathedral.

Last tour must start by 14:00.

Other times outside regular hours are possible, but must be confirmed ahead of time.

And of course, your guide along the way can talk with you about life in Alta past and present, and answer questions you might have as we go.

The cathedral is an active church, and tours are not possible when funerals or other events are taking place.

We offer the tour in English, Norwegian and German.

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North Adventure & Alta Guideservice Bjørn Wirkolas vei 11, N-9510 Alta, Norway

jon@northadventure.no tanja@northadventure.no

+47 99 49 27 76 +47 97 59 27 76

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