Alta Sommerguide

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SUMMER AC TIVITIES

ALTA 2018 May 15 - September 30

Foto: @GlødExplorer/JonVidarBull

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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 warm, golden tones of the Midnight Sun: Visit the Alta Museum to view the rock carvings on UNESCO's World Heritage List. Enjoy a moment of silence in the Northern Lights Cathedral. Venture out onto the wide open plateau via mountain bike or on your own to feet. Take a guided tour of Northern Europe’s largest canyon.

Go fishing on the fjord, or glide along a river in a canoe or kayak.

Sample the local cuisine. Come discover the arctic frontier in all its summer glory!

POPULATION: Alta is the largest city in Norway’s Finnmark County with 20,000 inhabitants, and is a growing town center.

SHOPPING: Alta town center has a great range of shopping at a number of locations including AMFI, Parksenteret and Sentrum Syd, as well as smaller shops in and around city center.

ENTERTAINMENT: Pubs and Restaurants: Nordlysbaren, Restaurant Alta (Scandic Hotel Alta), Du Verden, Barila Pub, Catch 22, Wing Wah House, Bar & Restaurant Haldde (Thon Hotel Vica), Café Uno, Studenthuset City, Hoftepluss and Tavernan Alta and Restaurant Havblikk.

CLIMATE: The climate in Alta is dry and stable, with summer temperatures commonly around +15C, occasionally rising to +20C or so. The warmest months are usually July and August. However, since Alta lies well over the Arctic Cirle the weather CAN be unpredictable. Snow and colder temperatures are possible into June and beginning in early October, especially in higher elevations.

The Midnight Sun - when the sun is above the horizon 24 hours a day - lasts from mid-May to the end of July, and there is no full darkness from mid-April to mid-September.

BIKE AND HIKING TRAILS: Alta has an excellent network of bike trails covering both short and long distances, through valleys, forests and over mountain plains. For hikers, there are nearly endless possibilities, up to mountaintops, out to hidden canyons and waterfalls, through forests and over plains, and along rivers and fjords.

www.visitalta.no - post@visitalta.no

visitAlta tel: +47 99 10 00 22

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OTHER: Ten pin bowling, cinema, swim center, gym.

For more information, contact the reception desk at your hotel or the Alta Tourist Information Center (in person at Bjørn Wirkolas vei 11, across from AMFI in city center at the bus station; by telephone at +47 991 00 022; or on the web at www.visitalta.no).

DISTANCES: Alta Town Center – Alta airport: 4.5 km Alta Town Center – Alta Museum: 4 km BOOKING: • Activities can be booked at the reception desk in your hotel or at the tourist office up to one day in advance by 15:00.

Complete tour packages, advance booking and tours for groups can be made through North Adventure in Alta (+47 78 44 50 50 or booking@northadventure.no) • Not all activities are available for the entire May to November period, or every day of the week. Check individual tour details.

• CANCELLATION: For individual travellers, activities listed here must be cancelled at least one full day in advance before 15:00. Otherwise you will be charged 100%. This policy does not apply to groups, or to complete packages that include other items such as accommodation, food and transport. Contact North Adventure for additional details.

• No minimum number of participants except where noted in tour descriptions.

• Bring appropriate clothing – layers! T-shirt and light trousers, but also warm socks and sweaters (wool is best), and outer clothing for both wind and rain. The weather in the area can vary greatly, sometimes even in the same day.

• Activity providers have the right to cancel their excursions in the event of adverse weather or other unsafe conditions • Duration of activities: Unless otherwise noted, the times stated for the activities are pick-up and drop off times at the hotel.

Contact information for booking: Alta Tourist Information Center Bjørn Wirkolas vei 11, N-9510 Alta, Norway Tel: +47 99 10 00 22, post@visitalta.no

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Contents Hiking and Biking.........................................................................................................6

AI08 Tree-Climbing Adventure at SarvesAlta...................................................................6 AI42 Mountain Bike Day Tour............................................................................................6 AI43 Mountain Bike Rental................................................................................................6 AI47 Arctic Walk.................................................................................................................6 AI59 Hiking Tour to Spectacular Waterfall Orvvosjohka.................................................6 AI60 Hiking Tour to Sautso, Northern Europe’s Largest Canyon.....................................8 AI64 Hiking Tour with a Husky to Lille Raipas...................................................................8 AI65 Hiking Tour with a Husky to Komsa..........................................................................8 AI122 Mountain Biking – New Trails!..............................................................................10 AI139 Halddetoppen, Northern Lights Observatory; 904m over sea level..................10 AI141 E-Bike Rental: Explore Alta On Your Own.............................................................10 AI145 Hiking Tour to Alta Canyon with a Husky.............................................................10 AI146 Hike up Mt. Haldde to the Northern Lights Observatory With a Husky (904 m above sea level!)..................................................................................................12 River and Ocean........................................................................................................12 AI45 Day Trip by Canoe....................................................................................................12 AI46 Two-Day Canoe Tour, Alta Canyon.........................................................................12 AI49 Canoe and Kayak Rental..........................................................................................12 AI62 Alta River Adventure...............................................................................................14 AI63 Explore Alta Canyon and the Wilderness by Riverboat.........................................14 AI66 Riverboat Tour Along the Alta River.......................................................................14 AI79 Boat Safari on Alta Fjord.........................................................................................14 AI80 Fishing in Alta Fjord.................................................................................................16 AI81 Adventure Cruise on Alta Fjord...............................................................................16 AI94 Go Fishing!...............................................................................................................16 AI119 Sunset Over Alta Fjord...........................................................................................16 AI142 Explore the Wild Fjords and the Glacier With RIB...............................................18 AI143 Explore the Wild Fjords and the Glacier With Kayak...........................................18 AI148 King Crab Hunt in Storekorsnes............................................................................18 AI149 King Crab Experience by Alta Fjord.......................................................................18 AI151 Explore the Arctic Ocean by boat – inner Altafjord.............................................20 AI152 Explore the Arctic Ocean by boat – Surrounding area of the Altafjord..............20 AI153 Explore the arctic ocean by boat – Seiland National Park...................................20 AI154 Explore the arctic ocean – Catch of the day.........................................................20 Husky Dogs................................................................................................................22 AI38 Magical Overnight at the Husky Farm....................................................................22 AI50 Dogcart Ride Along the Alta River..........................................................................22 AI51 Visit the Puppies......................................................................................................22 AI53 Puppy Tour Along the Alta River.............................................................................22 AI54 Hiking With an Alaskan Husky................................................................................22 AI55 Overnight Hike with the Huskies............................................................................24 AI56 Husky Hike in the Midnight Sun..............................................................................24 Local Culture.............................................................................................................24 AI17S World Heritage Rock Art Center – Alta Museum.................................................24 AI24S The Story of a Slate Quarry...................................................................................26 AI57 Lunch Course in the Outdoor Kitchen....................................................................26 AI58 5-Hour Cooking Course...........................................................................................26 AI93 Take a Break from the Arctic...................................................................................26 AI102 Northern Lights Cathedral and BorealisAlta........................................................28 AI111 Overnight at Trasti & Trine’s Lodge.......................................................................28 AI120 Walking City Tour of Alta.......................................................................................28 AI131 Overnight at Trasti & Trine’s Cabin.......................................................................30 AI136 See the Majestic Alta Canyon by Helicopter........................................................30 AI156 Haldde Mountain and the Majestic Alta Canyon by Helicopter.........................30 AI157 Alta to North Cape by Helicopter.........................................................................32 AIS03 Guided Tour of Alta Museum................................................................................32 AIS04 Private Tour of Alta................................................................................................32 AIS05 Private Tour, Kåfjord and the Tirpitz.....................................................................34 AIS10 Summer Private Tour to Alta Canyon and Power Station....................................34 Overland Tours..........................................................................................................36 AIS08 Private Tour to North Cape...................................................................................36

www.visitalta.no - post@visitalta.no

visitAlta tel: +47 99 10 00 22

Foto: @altafoto

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AI08 Tree-Climbing Adventure at SarvesAlta

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AI42 Mountain Bike Day Tour

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PRICE

NOK 800,- per person

SarvesAlta Outdoor Center Jun 01 – Oct 01 At SarvesAlta Outdoor Center, we offer a day of fun, excitement and challenges along activity trails in the arctic woods. We have six different trails with games, activities and zip lines built safely in the Nordic pine trees in the Sarves forest. You need no forehand experiences to participate – but if you are experienced, we can offer challenging trails for you too. In the tops of the pine trees we have 55 different games, zip lines and activities where you use balance, climbing and creativity to get from one platform to another. The grand finale is the 207-meter long speedy zipline. The six different trails are marked with difficulty levels to insure that everyone will have fun at their own pace.

GLØD Explorer Jun 01 – Oct 01 If you are comfortable heading out into the nearby arctic wilderness on your own, then come into Alta and rent a mountain bike. The Cube Stereo bikes are easy to ride and great performers along whatever rugged terrain you decide to tackle. GLØD Explorer rents an array of different sizes as well, and there are even smaller cycles available if you have a whole family that wants to head out for adventure.

AI47 Arctic Walk

NORD Ekspedisjon May 15 - Sept 30 Come out for a walk and have lunch at one of Alta’s best viewpoints. On this 4,5km arctic wandering trip we leave the city behind and head down toward the fjord, passing several historic landmarks along the way. Our local guide will tell you about the history of Alta from the earliest settlements to the town of today, plus stories about early northern lights research in the area, nature and culture, Recherche expedition in the fjord, the local church, and the Northern Lights Cathedral. Partway through the tour, we will stop by our fireplace near the sea to enjoy the silence and prepare food and warm drinks over the open fire.

AI59 Hiking Tour to Spectacular Waterfall Orvvosjohka

Gargia Fjellstue Jun 20 - Oct 20 The tour begins at Gargia Lodge The trail leads us through the oldest forest in this area, and on your way up to the waterfall we will pass nesting places for owls and falcons. This area is also home to Mr. Moose, foxes and rabbits - keep an eye out and you might be able to find their calling cards. After a 2 km hike you will enjoy the view of the Orvvos waterfall. We continue above the waterfall where we will find a nice view over Gargia Lodge and the valley of Gargia. Before returning back we will take a break around the bonfire and enjoy lunch and something to drink. www.visitalta.no - post@visitalta.no

visitAlta tel: +47 99 10 00 22

24/6 - 13/8 Daily 12:00-17:00 27/5 - 18/6 19/8 -15/10 Sat & Sun

Includes transport from and to Alta city center, safety equipment,training, day pass for every course and zip lines, and refreshments.

Per person: 1350,-

10:00 to between 15:00/16:00

Includes transport from Alta centre, bike and helet rental, the guided ride and lunch.

NOK 500,- per person per day

Morning pickup

Per whole day. A NOK 1000,Deposit is required for each bike.

Daily Rental

Pickup is only at the GLØD Explorer office in Alta, so that the bikes can be properly sized and adjusted for each rider.

10:00 – 13:00

Starting point NORD Ekspedisjon Explorer Store, Løkkeveien 33, 9510 Alta (200 meters from Scandic and Thon)

GLØD Explorer Jun 01 – Oct 01 Your expert and enthusiastic guides at GLØD Explorer will provide you with a bike and helmet, choose a route to match your fitness level, and then together you're off to explore the area. Midway through the bike tour, you'll stop for an hour or so to enjoy lunch grilled on an open fire on the banks of the Alta River. Then it's back on the trail, and finally back to Alta.

AI43 Mountain Bike Rental

DURATION COMMENTS

NOK 790,- per adult NOK 400,- per child 12 and under

Adults: 600,Children 10-14: 395,-

20:00 – 23:00 (evening tour available from 27 july to 30 september)

Flexible start times

Tour includes snackpack, coffee/ tea, toddy and biscuits Clothing and gear: Wear warm clothes and shoes according to the season and arctic climate

The tour includes the guided hike to the waterfall, and lunch along the way.

Bring sturdy shoes that can get wet, and make sure to dress appropriately for the weather.

Minimum age is 10 for this tour.

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AI60 Hiking Tour to Sautso, Northern Europe's Largest Canyon

Gargia Fjellstue Jun 20 - Oct 20 This is a full day guided tracking tour with pack dogs, vaste plains and great views. The tour starts just above the tree line on Bæskades mountain plateau.

The trail is easy going and follows the gentle waves of the landscape. Two small rivers have to be crossed before we approach the edge of the spectacular Sautso Canyon. From the viewing point you have a spectacular view over the canyon and Alta River. Over a hundred meters below you, you can hear the roaring of Gabofossen/ Gabo-rapids. We take a rest around the bonfire and enjoy some hot beverage and lunch. After lunch and a short break we head back across the plateau in our old tracks. On our way back we take our time to study the wildlife and sometimes we can see small herds of reindeers grazing in this area during the summer. Maybe we can see the white reindeer which is special for the Sami people and they name it Gabba (the white reindeer).

NOK 475,- per child under 12

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AI64 Hiking Tour with a Husky to Lille Raipas

Adults: 700,-

10:00 13:00

Tour includes transport from and to Alta, a guided hike to the top and back. Minimum 2 people.

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AI65 Hiking Tour with a Husky to Komsa

NOK 900,- per adult;

10:00 14:00

Tour includes transport from and to Alta, a guided hike to the top and back. Minimum 2 people.

NOK 995,- per adult;

www.visitalta.no - post@visitalta.no

visitAlta tel: +47 99 10 00 22

Tour includes local guide with pack dog, hot beverage and lunch. Minimum age 14 years.

Group size 2-7 people.

Bring sturdy shoes that can get wet, and make sure to dress appropriately for the weather.

HIKING AND BIKING

GLØD Explorer May 01 – Oct 15 Your guide will meet you in Alta city center and take you the short distance out of town to the Lille Raipas trailhead. From there, you'll make your way along the trail, passing through forest and over bare hillsides. You'll see a little mountain lake complete with its own waterfall during the wet part of the season, and hike over mounds of chunky rock taken from a copper mine in the 1800s. At the top, you'll perch on a rocky hill. Look around in all directions, and see the Alta River Valley, the town spread out before you, Komsa Mountain off in the distance (and below you!), and other sights. Search around the hillside and you will find the marker commemorating Friedrich von Struve's Geodetic Arc, a surprisingly accurate measurement of the Earth's curve from the 1800s.

Your guide will provide you with a "matpakke", traditional Norwegian tour food and drink. After enjoying the view and a rest, you'll return to the bottom of the mountain and head back to Alta.

GLØD Explorer May 01 - Oct 15 Your guide will meet you in Alta city center and take you the short distance over to the Komsa trailhead. From there, you'll head along a ski track and then up the side of the hill. Your guide is more than happy to match your pace, so if you're in "beginner's" shape, it's not a problem. At the top, you'll enjoy a marvelous view in all directions, including the city, the nearby valleys, the fjord and the surrounding mountains. Your guide will provide you with a "matpakke", traditional Norwegian tour food and drink. After enjoying the view and a rest, you'll return to the bottom of the mountain and head back to your starting point.

10:00 5-6 hours

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AI122 Mountain Biking - New Trails!

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AI139 Halddetoppen, Northern Lights Observatory; 904m over sea level

Per person: 1295,-

10:00 17:00

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AI141 E-Bike Rental: Explore Alta On Your Own

3 hours: 595,Full day: 990,-

Pickup from 08:00.

Return 22:00 at the latest.

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Per person: 700,-

GLØD Explorer Jun 01 - Oct 01 Take an opportunity to explore the area with a local and go places a little out of the ordinary! On this trip we choose between trails and tracks that are hidden gems in the Alta Valley. We will take a break along the way and light an open fire at a nice spot. Smell, hear, taste and feel the nature as you rush past! Whether you're an expert or a beginner, this is a fun way to literally get off the beaten path and into the middle of arctic wilderness for a while.

AI145 Hiking Tour to Alta Canyon with a Husky

GLØD Explorer Jun 01 - Oct 01 GLØD Explorer takes you along on a hiking tour to a magnificent panorama of northern Europe's largest canyon, Alta Canyon. You will walk right up to the edge and take in the majestic view, well aware that it's a hundred meter drop to the river floor below you. The walking distance for this tour is 13 kilometers round trip, so plan for about 4 hours of walking. The trail is good and clear, but we still recommend that you wear good, half-height mountain boots. You will be making your way across a couple of streams along the way - they can definitely be crossed, but the amount of water in them will depend on the season and recent rainfall.

Some days, you can hop from rock to rock; other times, you might enjoy the experience of wading through mountain-fresh water!

www.visitalta.no - post@visitalta.no

visitAlta tel: +47 99 10 00 22

The tour includes transport from and back to Alta town center, the guided ride, and snacks during the break around the fire.

Choice of trail and intensity of the ride will vary depending on the fitness levels of the guests.

Gargia Fjellstue Jun 20 - Oct 20 This tour begins with a drive (either from Gargia Lodge or Alta city center) to reach the starting point of the trail that will lead us up to Haldde. The first third of the 9km trail winds through birch forests, and as we get higher the view over the Altafjord gets better. Once we reach 300 meters over sea level we pass the tree line, and we will see Haldde Mountain ahead, rising 907 meters above sea level. The last part up to the summit is the steepest one as we zig zag our way up the mountain.

NORD Ekspedisjon May 01 - Oct 15 Rent an E-bike and experience Alta on your own. Electric bikes are easy to maneuver and it is a fun and exciting experience. The electric engine makes it easy to ride, so you can use your energy to enjoy the beautiful landscape and surroundings instead. The bike city of Alta has many paths and trails. We can give you a recommendation on where to go. How about combining a bike ride with a visit to the Alta Museum? The possibilities are many. The engine can easily last for 8 hours and can take you many kilometers away from the city center.It is a demanding walk, but on the summit if weather conditions are good you will be rewarded with a great view over the Altafjord and surroundings. On the summit we take a break, enjoy our lunch and hot beverage before returning back to Alta and Gargia.

18:00 21:00

Windbreaker+pants: 200,Voucher for entrance to Alta Museum: 115,-

The tour includes transport, the guided tour, water and hot drinks, and lunch at the summit.

Total walking time for this tour is Total tour approximately 6 hours, covering time appro- a 9 km distance with a rise of ximately around 900 meters. You should 7-8 hours. be in good enough condition to be comfortable with this kind of Walking time appro- hike! Bring sturdy and comfortaximately 3 ble shoes and clothes approprihours each ate both for sea level and the mountaintop. Minimum age is 14 way. for this tour.

All prices per person

Children 12/under: 750,-

Pickup point for the bicycles is Løkkeveien 19 in Alta city center, or other pickup locations can be arranged.

Rental includes helmet, reflection vest, repair kit, bicycle lock and route recommendations. Wind/ waterproof jacket and pants can be rented separately.

Deposit of 2000,- for each bicycle.

Adults: 1200,-

E-bikes come in sizes Medium and Large - riders should be at least 160 cm high to use the bikes.

10:00 15:00

Transport from and back to Alta is included in the price. Lunch will also be provided along the way.

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AI146 Hike up Mt. Haldde to the Northern Lights Observatory With a Husky (904 m above sea level!)

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AI45 Day Trip by Canoe

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AI46 Two-Day Canoe Tour, Alta Canyon

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AI49 Canoe and Kayak Rental

Per person: 1700,-

DURATION COMMENTS

08:30 16:30

GLØD Explorer Jun 01 - Oct 01 Hike with GLØD Explorer up to the top of Mt. Haldde, home of the historic Northern Lights Observatory built in 1899. The length of this tour is around 18 kilometers round-trip, with a rise in elevation of almost 1000 meters. We will follow the well-marked and well-established trail to the top, and expect that the total walking time will be around 5 hours. Even though this is a relatively long tour, there are local school-age children who regularly make the climb. It is strenuous but not impossible! Bring good mountain-hiking boots, and a pack with extra clothes - you may very well find temperatures at the top to be a lot colder than you expect, and a warm sweater, hat, gloves and long pants will be a welcome change.

GLØD Explorer Jun 01 - Oct 01 Your nature adventure begins in city center, where your hosts will pick you up and drive you to Bollo, one of the best fishing spots along the Alta River and where your trip will begin. If you're not experienced with paddling a canoe, don't worry! All the instruction you'll need to handle the canoe will be provided to you, and you'll have good company along the way. Along the way, you'll head to the riverbank and stop for a delicious lunch, prepared over an open fire. Then it's back to the river for the rest of the journey.

The tour includes transport from and back to Alta, and lunch along the way.

Adults: 1250,Children 12/under: 800,-

Per person: 3850,-

GLØD Explorer Jun 15 - Oct 15 Take two days in the breathtaking Alta Canyon and wind your way back down towards Alta. Sautso, as the canyon is called locally, is Northern Europe's largest and is full of wildlife and stunning views, yet its remote location has left it relatively undiscovered by travelers.

This tour will take you not just TO Sautso, but INTO Sautso, giving you a rare opportunity to see this area right from the middle of it. The best view of the canyon will be right from your canoe as it glides along through the mostly-calm waters of the upper river. You'll stop for the night in the high part of the canyon, with a traditional lavvu tent along the river's edge providing us with shelter and a little shade from the endless daylight. The next day, we will resume our journey down and into the Alta Valley, and back home again.

GLØD Explorer Jun 01 - Oct 01 Ally canoes (foldable): NOK 500, NOK 1500 deposit per boat Polyethylene canoes: NOK 500 Sea kayak (Tahe Marine, Wind Solo): NOK 500 Tandem touring kayak (Necky Manitou II): NOK 750 Canoe/kayak trailer (space for 8 boats): NOK 800 + MVA, NOK 1000 deposit

www.visitalta.no - post@visitalta.no

visitAlta tel: +47 99 10 00 22

This tour can be extended to a two-day hike: climb to the top on the first day, and spend the night in the restored buildings of the observatory at the top.

12:00 16:30

Includes transport from Alta, proper instructions and equipment, the boat tour and lunch.

DDay 1 begins 14:00; day 2 ends approx.

18:00

Includes transport from Alta centre, proper instructions and equipment, the boat tour, lunch and dinner on the first day, and breakfast and lunch on the second day.

You do not need to be an expert paddler, handling the canoe will be explained.

See main description for prices

Rentals are per full day

Prices includes boat, oars and life jackets.

The clients is liable for any damage or abnormal wear and tear.Equipment can be picked up during the day from the rental office. Delivery and collection to another location around Alta can be arranged for an extra cost of NOK 300,-

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AI62 Alta River Adventure

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Sorrisniva Jun 01 - Aug 20 This trip will take you into the wilderness, where no cars can enter.

The tour starts directly outside Sorrisniva and takes you to one of the best fishing spots in the river. This trip is perfect for larger groups who want a taste of a river adventure. It is perfect to combine with lunch, dinner, meeting and other team adventures at Sorrisniva. Listen to our local guides’ stories about the River, while being surrounded by beautiful natural scenery. Perfect family trip! After the trip you will be served hot beverages and cake at Sorrisniva.

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Adults: 925,Children 12/under: 460,-

DURATION COMMENTS

12:00 13:00 Tour ends between 13:00 and 13:30

Tour includes guided boat ride, safety equipment, coffee/tea and cake served at Sorrisniva.

Transport to and from Sorrisniva is not included.

Minimum 2 people.

Availability subject to change based on water level in the river; tour may be canceled or rescheduled if water level becomes too low.

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AI63 Explore Alta Canyon and the Wilderness by Riverboat

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AI66 Riverboat Tour Along the Alta River

Sorrisniva Jun 01 - Aug 20 The Alta Canyon is one of our best-kept secrets in Alta. Only experienced boaters can maneuver themselves up to the top of the river, where the valley becomes narrower and the nature wilder! Alta Canyon is one of Europe’s largest and a guided tour by riverboat is a perfect way to experience it. Listen to the stories around the river from our guides and enjoy the nature and wildlife surrounding. This is a trip suited for the whole family. After the trip you will be served hot beverage and cake at Sorrisniva.

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CampAlta Jun 26 - Aug 16 Ever since people first came to this area, the Alta River has been an important part of life here. Along with fishing and ecology, the scenery along the entire river is nothing short of spectacular, and one of the best ways to experience that is by boat. Your tour will start at one of the camping sites just outside of Alta. You'll board a long, narrow, wooden boat - the style has been used along the river for centuries - and motor upstream. Your expert guide will navigate your boat safely along the river, pointing out sites as you go. You'll travel up to an area in the river known as Nedre Sierra, a prime location for watching the river's fat salmon jumping. Afterwards, you'll return downriver to your starting place at CampAlta.

AI79 Boat Safari on Alta Fjord

Storekorsnes Ferie & Fritid Nov 30 - Nov 30 Join us out on the sea, on a boat safari on the beautiful Alta fjord, where we can see eagles and small whales on the trip. We can try our luck with the fishing during the tour... we might even get a closer look at the eagles when we toss out some fish. It is possible to see the Northern Lights from Sept to April on the evening tour.

www.visitalta.no - post@visitalta.no

visitAlta tel: +47 99 10 00 22

Adults: 1525,Children 12/under: 760,-

Adults: 700,Children 12/under: 500,-

12:00 14:00 Tour ends between 14:00 and 14:30

13:00 15:00

Tour includes guided boat ride, safety equipment, coffee/tea and cake served at Sorrisniva.

Transport to and from Sorrisniva is not included.

Minimum 2 people.

Availability subject to change based on water level in the river; tour may be canceled or rescheduled if water level becomes too low.

Lunch or dinner must be pre-booked and is not included in the base price.

Lunch or dinner must be pre-booked and is not included in the base price.

Tour includes safety gear for the boat, the boat ride (approximately two hours in duration), and hot or cold drinks along the way.

No children under age 3

Adults: 2950,Children 12/under: 2000,Add lunch/light dinner for 300,- per person

09:30 14:30 18:00 23:00

Transport included from and back to Alta city center.

Beverages and safety equipment.

Fishing gear can be rented for an extra charge.

Group minimum 2, max 12.

RIVER AND OCEAN

Lunch and dinner must be pre-booked, and is not included in the base price.

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AI80 Fishing in Alta Fjord

Ice Cube of Aurora May 03 - Nov 30 Ice Cube of Aurora is a local tourist fishing boat, engaging in adventurous trips in the Alta fjord. On fishing trips, you can catch cod, coalfish, haddock, redfish, Atlantic halibut or even salmon. A light meal and beverage is included in the tour. Fish that you catch can be filleted and packaged before departing the boat.

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Per adult, 4 hours: 1990,Per child, 4 hours: 995,2-hour tour: 890,- / 445,1-hour tour: 490,- / 245,Fishing gear rental NOK 100,- per person

DURATION COMMENTS

Flexible start times

Transport to and from the boat (at the Alta harbor) is not included in the price, but can be arranged for an extra cost

Tours can be booked for 1, 2 or 4 The tour includes captain/guide, boat tour, a light meal and beverahours. ge, suits and rescue vest. Fishing gear can be rented for 100 NOK per person Alcohol is not permitted on board during the tour. Group size restricted to 1-4 people.

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AI81 Adventure Cruise on Alta Fjord

Ice Cube of Aurora May 03 - Nov 30 Ice Cube of Aurora is a local tourist fishing boat, engaging in adventurous trips in the Alta fjord. For this tour, leave your fishing gear behind and explore the beautiful fjord near Alta. You will have a chance to birdwatch, enjoy the varied and fascinating coastline, and maybe even see dolphins dancing near the boat. You will learn about some of the colorful local history along the way, including stories about the local mining industry and from World War II.

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AI94 Go Fishing!

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AI119 Sunset Over Alta Fjord

Pæskatun Jun 01 - Aug 15 We are inviting you to come with us to see how we enjoy life and nature in Alta. From time to time during the summer we go down to the fjord for fishing, make a campfire, relax and enjoy the company of our family and friends. We try to catch a fish or two and then we prepare them on the fire… and if we don’t get any fish? No problem, we will grill some hot dogs instead! Fish or no fish, the tour itself is always the most important thing.

We will be exploring the surroundings and there will be lots of storytelling.

Pictures of our fishing adventure will be taken and sent to a given e-mail address.

Ice Cube of Aurora Apr 15 - Sep 15 Come join us for an evening cruise out on the dramatic and breathtaking Alta Fjord. You'll cruise out along the sparkling water under a huge sky, surrounded by low mountains dotted with tiny towns and occasional houses, and Alta off in the distance. As evening descends, the setting sun will light the sky on fire - arctic sunsets are things of majesty. Is it June or July?

Then you get the midnight sun casting vibrant colors on the surrounding mountains. A cloudy night? Look for the setting sun to shine dramatic beams down through the clouds onto the gray and challenging water.

Along the way, there will be food and drink, and as you cruise and wait for the setting sun, you can take refuge from the wind and play fun games with the other guests, or hear stories from the captain about the local area. You will return to shore around midnight, either in the full daylight of midsummer or the gloom of the outer months.

www.visitalta.no - post@visitalta.no

visitAlta tel: +47 99 10 00 22

Per adult, 4 hours: 1990,Per child, 4 hours: 995,2-hour tour: 890,- / 445,1-hour tour: 490,- / 245,-

Flexible start times Tour can be booked for 1, 2 and 4 hour durations

Transport to and from the boat (at the Alta harbor) is not included in the price, but can be arranged for an extra cost The tour includes captain/guide, boat tour, a light meal and beverage, suits and rescue vest.

Alcohol is not permitted on board during the tour. Group size restricted to 1-4 people.

Adults: 1600,Children 12/under: 800,-

10:00 14:00

The tour includes transport, hot beverages, snacks, a light meal, the fishing license and the use of fishing equipment.

Do bring good walking shoes and appropriate clothing for the weather. Our summer arctic weather can feel more like autumn to those from down south.

Adults: 1990,Children 12/under: 995,-

20:00 00:00

Tour includes the boat trip, light meal or snacks, drinks and safety equipment.

Transport between the boat and downtown Alta is not included, but can be ordered for an extra charge.

Sunsets and specific kinds of weather cannot be guaranteed – the tour will be fun, but every day’s weather will be different.

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AI142 Explore the Wild Fjords and the Glacier With RIB

PRICE

Adults: 1490,-

DURATION COMMENTS

09:00 15:00

NORD Ekspedisjon Mar 15 - Sep 30 The Øksfjordjøkul glacier is the only glacier on mainland Europe that calves down into the sea. It is located just between the counties of Troms and Finnmark, and is surrounded by beautiful and wild fjords and high mountains.

Here, the snow is on the mountain peaks almost all year round. This is truly a great place for those who want to connect to nature. We leave Alta and Alta Fjord, passing several historic landmarks on the route. Our local guide will tell you about the history of Alta from the earliest settlements, Alta`s favorable position under the Northern Lights belt and the local history up until today.

When we arrive at our destination in Jøkelfjord we will take a boat trip out to the glacier to take exciting pictures close by the majestic icefall that reaches 800 meters above sea-level. The glacier is very active and can calve, where ice breaks off the front and crashes onto a lower ice shelf before falling into the fjord, leaving the sound of thunder behind. After the boat trip we will return to the harbor where we will have lunch and hot drinks before heading back home to Alta.midsummer or the gloom of the outer months.

AI143 Explore the Wild Fjords and the Glacier With Kayak

Serving lunch, coffee/tea/ toddy and biscuits.

Clothing and gear: Wear warm clothes and shoes according to the season and arctic climate We recommend wearing a warm hat and also some gloves.

We can rent you some warm suits, out of charge, for the boat trip.

Adults: 1990,-

NORD Ekspedisjon Apr 15 - Sep 30 You don`t need any kayak skills beforehand. This trip fits everybody. We adjust the trip according to the group's skills and level.Do you want to join us for a trip to explore the Wildfjords of Finnmark and Troms and also have a glimpse of the majestic Øksfjord glacier? We leave Alta and head out of the Altafjord where we pass several historic landmarks on the route. Our local guide tells you about the history of Alta from the earliest settlements, Altas favorable position under the Northern Lights belt and the local history up until today.When we arrive our destination in Jøkelfjord we will have a safety brief before entering the dry suits and put the kayaks on the water. We will head towards the Jøkelfjord glacier and enjoy the great arctic nature and scenery. After paddling for a couple of hours we go ashore and have a nice lunch.

After some warm drinks we head back towards the starting point. During the trip we might see the magnificent polar dolphin or the majestic sea eagle.

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AI148 King Crab Hunt in Storekorsnes

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AI149 King Crab Experience by Alta Fjord

Storekorsnes Ferie & Fritid Jan 01 - Dec 31 Your hosts will come and fetch you from Alta city center and take you out to Storekorsnes, a tiny fishing village on the coast to the north of Alta. The 45-minute drive is part of the tour - you will see spectacular scenery along the way. Once you arrive, you will board a small fishing boat and head out into the fjord where traps have been set. After checking for king crab, you can also give fishing a try on your tour. When you return to shore, there will be time to visit the shoreside aquarium, learn more about king crab, and take pictures. Then it's up to the panoramic grillhouse for a welcome bite of king crab - of course!

- plus coffee, tea, and good conversation with your local hosts.

Storekorsnes Ferie & Fritid Jan 01 - Dec 31 Your hosts will come and fetch you from Alta city center and take you out to Storekorsnes, a tiny fishing village on the coast to the north of Alta. The 45-minute drive is part of the tour - you will see spectacular scenery along the way. When you arrive, you will visit an aquarium near the shore where recently-caught king crab are kept. Learn about the crab and their habits, take pictures with the crab that will be perfect for Facebook or Instagram. Relax and take in the sea air and tranquil surroundings, and as long as you're there, try your hand at axe-throwing! Yes, really; it's just part of the local fun. Then it's over to the panoramic grillhouse for a welcome bite of king crab - of course! - plus coffee, tea, and good conversation with your local hosts. www.visitalta.no - post@visitalta.no

visitAlta tel: +47 99 10 00 22

Starting point outside The Northern Lights Cathedral, city center main entrance.

08:00 18:00

Starting point outside The Northern Lights Cathedral, city center main entrance.

Serving lunch, coffee/tea/ toddy and biscuits.

Clothing and gear: Wear warm clothes and shoes according to the season and arctic climate We recommend wearing a warm hat and also some gloves.

We can rent you some warm suits, out of charge, for the boat trip.

Minimum 2 people.

Starting from: 2950,Price is 2950,- per person with minimum 4 guests.

The tour is available for just two people at a price of 4450,- per person.

Starting from: 2150,Price is 2150,- per person with minimum 4 guests.

The tour is available for just two people at a price of 2900,- per person.

The tour includes transport from and back to Alta city center, the boat tour with king crab hunt and fishing, picture time with king crab, and a light lunch. This tour can be run for just two people for a higher price; contact us for details

The tour includes transport from and back to Alta city center, time and pictures with king crab, relaxation time and axe throwing, and a light lunch. This tour can be run for just two people for a higher price; contact us for details.

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AI151 Explore the Arctic Ocean by boat – inner Altafjord

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AI152 Explore the Arctic Ocean by boat – Surrounding area of the Altafjord

NORD Ekspedisjon May 03 - Dec 31 On this trip we will start with a safety brief on our explorer store and get proper gear to explore the arctic ocean in a safe and comfortable way. After that we will have transport down to the harbor where we will find our boat. On this trip we have focus on story telling from the early settlement of Alta up on today. We will drive past areas with historical spots and great nature in the inner Altafjord on our way out to the peaky mountains of the surrounding areas of the Altafjord. We will find a bay where we will go at shore and have lunch where we also will explore the remote landscape and nature. After this we will continue the journey at head back to Alta.

We will also get close-up with the local wildlife, which can include, sea eagles, seals, birds and more.

Children 12/under: 790,-

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AI153 Explore the arctic ocean by boat – Seiland National Park

Adults: 1990,-

NORD Ekspedisjon May 03 - Nov 30 On this trip we will start with a safety brief on our explorer store and get proper gear to explore the arctic ocean in a safe and comfortable way. After that we will have transport down to the harbor where we will find our boat. We will drive past areas with historical spots and great nature in the inner Altafjord on our way out to the peaky mountains of the surrounding areas of the Altafjord. We will go to the bay of Bekkarfjord where we will leave the boat and hike up through the magic scenery of the “milky river” towards the glacier, Seilandsjoekulen. On the hike we will have lunch where we also will explore the remote landscape and nature. After this we head back to the boat and continue the journey back to Alta. We will also get close-up with the local wildlife, which can include, sea eagles, seals, birds and more.

Children 12/under: 990,-

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AI154 Explore the arctic ocean – Catch of the day

Adults: 2990,-

Adults: 990,-

DURATION COMMENTS

09:00 11:30

NORD Ekspedisjon May 03 - Dec 31 On this trip we will start with a safety brief on our explorer store and get prober gear to explore the arctic ocean in a safe and comfortable way.

After that we will have transport down to the harbor where we will find our boat. On this trip we have focus on story telling from the early settlement of Alta up on today. We will drive past areas with historical spots and great nature in the inner Altafjord. We will also get close-up with the local wildlife, which can include, sea eagles, seals, birds and more.

NORD Ekspedisjon Sep 15 - May 15 On this trip it is all about catch of the day. We combine the arctic ocean with the arctic cuisine where you are the fisherman and will be responsible for your dinner this day. We will start with a safety briefing at our explorer store and get proper gear to explore and fish in the arctic ocean in a safe and comfortable way. After that we will have transport down to the harbor where we will find our boat. We will drive to the best fishing areas of the Arctic Ocean in the Altafjord. When we have got our catch of the day we will go back to Alta to a local restaurant who will prepare a delightful 3 course dinner where the main dish will be the catch of the day.

www.visitalta.no - post@visitalta.no

visitAlta tel: +47 99 10 00 22

Starting point NORD Ekspedisjon Explorer Store, Løkkeveien 33, 9510 Alta (200 meter from Scandic and Thon) Clothing and gear: Warm thermal floating suits, life west, shoes, glasses and gloves

Adults: 1490,-

12:00 16:30

Starting point NORD Ekspedisjon Explorer Store, Løkkeveien 33, 9510 Alta (200 meter from Scandic and Thon) Serving coffee/tea, toddy and lunch Warm thermal floating suits, life west, shoes, glasses and gloves

09:00 15:00

Starting point NORD Ekspedisjon Explorer Store, Løkkeveien 33, 9510 Alta (200 meter from Scandic and Thon) Clothing and gear: Warm thermal floating suits, life west, shoes, glasses and gloves

Children 12/under: 1490,-

Flexible start times 5-hour tour. Trip can be booked on request.

Restaurant time is 19:00 21:00

Length: 5 Hours catch of the day/ 19:00 – 21:00 three course dinner at a local restaurant Starting point NORD Ekspedisjon Explorer Store, Løkkeveien 33, 9510 Alta (200 meter from Scandic and Thon) Clothing and gear: Warm thermal floating suits, life vest, shoes, glasses and gloves, fishing equipment

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AI38 Magical Overnight at the Husky Farm

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AI50 Dogcarting Along the Alta River

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AI51 Visit the Puppies

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AI53 Puppy Tour Along the Alta River

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AI54 Hiking With an Alaskan Husky

PRICE

DURATION COMMENTS

Per 2-person tent: 1250,-

Breakfast is included in the price. Transport is not included.

Holmen Husky Lodge May 01 - Nov 30 Come and join us for a unique overnight stay in one of our Tipi bungalows.

It is the perfect blent of luxury and wilderness adventure! The tipi tents you will stay in are insulated, and come with a double bed (with comforters and heated blankets just in case), and a wood-burning stove at one edge of the tent so you can watch the crackling fire as you curl up in bed.

One section of the lavvo has been replaced with a floor-to-top window.

This gives you a perfect view of the natural surroundings of our lodge. If you are lucky you might see a moose passing by in the late evening or early morning! And don't worry about the midnight sun - when you are ready to sleep, the windows can be covered to give you a darkened room.

Holmen Husky Lodge Sep 01 - Dec 15 Even before the snow arrives, you can experience the fun and excitement of dog-powered transport. Holmen Husky Lodge will pick you up in Alta, take you to their farm, and outfit you with clothing as needed to match the day’s weather. You will be trained on handling your cart, a sturdy vehicle built for two with big offroad tires, spring suspension, steering bar and even a handbrake. Don’t want to drive? You can be a passenger instead!

Six strong dogs will pull you along the Alta River and through the nearby forest - enjoy the ride, the power of the dogs, and the beautiful arctic countryside. Back at the kennel, we will have a fire and something warm to drink waiting for you in our traditional lavvo tent, and your guide will join you to chat about life as a dog musher. And of course, there will be plenty of time to meet our farm full of happy husky dogs and take pictures.

Holmen Husky Lodge Jun 01 – Sep 30 Come visit the dogyard and make some new four-legged friends!

A guide will welcome you at Holmen Husky Lodge and take you to see some of our Alaskan Huskies — both adults and puppies. You’ll go for a short walk in the nearby forest with puppies and adult dogs (and your guide, of course). On the walk, we’ll make a fire, serve cookies with coffee or lemonade, and talk about life as a dog musher and working at Holmen Husky Lodge. When you return to the kennel, you’ll have plenty of time to get a good look around, pet the dogs and take pictures of your new friends. Remember to bring your camera!

Activities, other meals and services are available for purchase but are not included in this price.

Adults: 1450,Children 12/under: 625,-

NOK 350,- per adult NOK 200 ,- per child 12 and under

Per person: 450,-

Trasti & Trine Jun 01 - Sep 15 Come visit us and take a tour of the farm. You'll get a chance to meet the adult dogs (they are working dogs, but very friendly and eager to meet you). Then it's off through the forest and to the Alta River with some of the older puppies, to give them exercise and familiarize them with the forest environment. Over coffee and cake served around a fire, you'll hear stories from past races and learn more about the world of dogsled racing. Come be a part of the playful excitement!

Trasti & Trine Jun 01 - Sep 15 Come visit us and take a tour of the farm. You'll get a chance to meet the dogs (they are working dogs, but very friendly and eager to meet you).

With the tour of the dog yard complete, we'll take a few of our dogs, outfit them with special packs to carry supplies, and then it's off for a hike with your hosts and dog companions. You can choose either to walk along the forest and nearby Alta River, or head up out of the valley to a nearby mountain top. Along the way, you'll stop for a break around an open fire for hot drinks, homemade cake and good conversation.

www.visitalta.no - post@visitalta.no

visitAlta tel: +47 99 10 00 22

10:00 12:30 16:00 18:30

Includes transport from/to Alta, coffee/tea or hot blackcurrant drink after the tour, conversation and time to visit with the dogs.

The weather must be cool enough for our dogs to run safely! We reserve the right to reschedule or cancel tours if the weather is dangerous for the dogs.

Our dogs are friendly and love attention! Please be ready for enthusiasm and muddy paws when you are around them (and please stay clear of them if that makes you uncomfortable)

11:00 13:30

Drinks, snacks and conversations around a fire are included. Transport is not included.

Our dogs are friendly and love attention (and the puppies are no different, of course)! Please be ready for enthusiasm and muddy paws when you are around them (please stay clear of them if that makes you uncomfortable)

10:00 12:00

Includes time at the husky farm, hot drinks and cake, conversation and a walk with the puppies to and from Alta River.

Transport is not included.

Per person: 550,-

09:30 12:30

The tour includes the time at the husky farm, the hike with the dogs, and drinks and snacks.

Transport to and from Trasti & Trine is not included in the price.

Guests must provide their own clothing and shoes or hiking boots that are suitable for a walk through sometimes-muddy terrain.

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AI55 Overnight Hike with the Huskies

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AI56 Husky Hike in the Midnight Sun

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AI17S World Heritage Rock Art Center – Alta Museum

Trasti & Trine Jun 15 - Sep 15 When you arrive at the husky farm, your hosts will give you a tour of the dog yard and you'll get a chance to meet the dogs (they are working dogs, but very friendly and eager to meet you). A few of the dogs will be chosen to accompany you on the hike, outfitted with special packs so they can carry supplies for the trip. Then you and your hosts are off and into the wilderness for an extended hike. There are opportunities to hike to a mountaintop, walk along a river, do some fishing and stop for photos of the spectacular scenery. Keep your eyes open for some of the local wildlife as you go! At the end of the day, dinner will be served around an open fire and you'll spend the night in a tent along the way. The next day, it's back on the trail after breakfast to return home. It's a true arctic Norwegian experience!

PRICE

DURATION COMMENTS

Per person: 3500,-

Tour begins at 13:00, and runs until the next day.

Includes time at the husky farm, the overnight hike, dinner and breakfast, tent and sleeping gear.

20:00 23:00

Includes the time at the husky farm and the mountain hike.

Group size limited to 2-6 people

Per person: 850,-

Trasti & Trine Jun 01 - Aug 01 Come join the huskies on an evening hike that will take you out into the bright arctic night, powered by the midnight sun. When you arrive at the husky farm, your hosts will give you a tour of the dog yard and you'll get a chance to meet the dogs (they are working dogs, very friendly and eager to meet you). A few of the dogs will be chosen to accompany you on the hike, outfitted with special packs so they can carry supplies for the trip. Then you and your hosts are off and into the wilderness. You'll head upwards to a nearby mountaintop, stopping along the way for a late dinner served around an open fire.

Whether it's clear or cloudy, it's a magical experience to hike through the forest at night in the endless bright daylight.

Alta Museum May 01 - Sep 30 In Alta, next to the scenic Alta fjord, one finds one of the northernmost sites on the UNESCO World Heritage List. It is the richest concentration of prehistoric rock art made by hunter-gatherers in Northern Europe. More than 6.000 carvings and paintings have so far been discovered in Alta, indicating that this area held an important role as a ritual meeting place for several thousand years. The oldest carvings are over 7000 years old.

Numerous panels are connected by a 3 km long pathway system. The museum next to the rock art park offers guided tours, audio guides and guide booklets in different languages. The museum has both permanent and temporary exhibitions, a cafĂŠ and a gift shop.

Ending time is ap-

Adults: 115,Children 7-16: 35,Children under 7 years, free

01-13 May: Mon-Fri 09-15:00, Sat-Sun 1116:00 14-May to 8-Jun: Every day 08-17:00 09-June to 19-Aug: Every day 08-20:00 20-Aug to 14-Sep; Every day 08-17:00 15-30 Sep: Mon-Fri 09-15:00, Sat-Sun 1116:00 Holidays (May 1, 10, 17, 21): Open 11-16:00

www.visitalta.no - post@visitalta.no

visitAlta tel: +47 99 10 00 22

HUSKY DOGS

DAY ACTIVITY

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City bus available to the museum/Hjemmeluft, see local bus schedule. www.177finnmark.no

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AI24S The Story of a Slate Quarry

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Pæskatun May 01 - Sep 30 Come discover where the hard labour of the old days and today’s modern industry work hand in hand: Pæskatun, a slate quarry in a beautiful setting just south of Alta. The tour begins with a guided drive through Alta and out to Pæskatun. When you arrive, your hosts will introduce you to the rich history of the slate industry in Alta. Then it will be YOUR turn to be a "slateworker-for-a-day" and make your own slate souvenir from a piece of this tough and special material. You will have time to marvel at the view of the river valley below before returning to the starting point.

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Adults: 1200,Children 12/under: 600,Adults+lunch: 1480,Child+lunch: 740,-

DURATION COMMENTS

11:00 13:30 Schedule with lunch included: 11:0014:30

Transport included.

A self-carved souvenir is included in the tour price.

Hot beverages and snacks included; lunch must be ordered when booking Other souvenirs hand-crafted

by Pæskatun are available for purchase.

Group size 2-8 people

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AI57 Lunch Course in the Outdoor Kitchen

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AI58 5-Hour Cooking Course

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AI93 Take a Break from the Arctic

Trasti & Trine Jun 01 - Sep 01 Join award-winning chef Johnny Trasti in his outdoor kitchen at Trasti & Trine. You'll get an introduction into the past and present techniques for cooking in the far north, and an overview of the surprisingly diverse ingredients and raw materials that are available through all four seasons in the area. And finally, you'll eat a delightful lunch that will showcase the ingredients and methods you've just learned about.

Coffee and tea are served at the end.

Trasti & Trine Jun 01 - Sep 01 Join award-winning chef Johnny Trasti in his custom, professional kitchen at Trasti & Trine. Start the evening with an appetizer as you learn about the past and present techniques for cooking in the far north, and get an overview of the surprisingly diverse ingredients and raw materials that are available through all four seasons in the area. With the course complete, you'll eat a delightful dinner that will showcase the ingredients and methods you've just learned about. Coffee and tea are served at the end.

Nordlysbadet May 01 - Sep 30 Take a break from your outdoor summer adventures and go play in Alta's biggest (and only) swim center. It's a perfect way to spend a little down time in between other activities. The Nordlysbadet swim center has a pool for lane swimming and general play, a waterslide and climbing wall, massage showers and indoor river; shallow wading pools for various ages of small children; wet and dry saunas; and hot tubs, too! You can also get drinks and snacks from the café upstairs, and on weekends they serve hot dishes as well. www.visitalta.no - post@visitalta.no

visitAlta tel: +47 99 10 00 22

Per person: 1250,Group size 2-12 people

Per person: 1750,Group size 2-12 people

Adults: 140,Children 12/under: 100,-

11:00 15:00 Days of the week are by request

17:00 22:00 Days of the week are by request

Mon, Weds: 08:00 – 20:30 Tue, Thu: 06:30 – 20:30 Fri: 08:00 – 20:00 Sat-Sun: 11:00 – 17:00

Includes lessons in arctic cooking and lunch. Drinks with lunch are not included, but can be purchased separately. Tours are available by request, not on specific days. Contact us for booking

Includes lessons in arctic cooking and dinner. Drinks with lunch are not included, but can be purchased separately. Tours are available by request, not on specific days. Contact us for booking.

Includes entrance to Nordlysbadet and the use of the facilities there. Food and drink not included.

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AI102 Northern Lights Cathedral and BorealisAlta

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BorealisAlta Oct 01 - May 01 Immerse yourself in local culture in downtown Alta. Visit the Northern Lights Cathedral, a new church that has already become a well known icon and symbol of the town. Photo opportunities await both outside and in, as you tour the church that combines spiritual and natural elements in its design and artwork. Then, head to the ground floor under the church to BorealisAlta, a fun and fascinating exhibition with a Northern Lights theme. Learn about the science behind this phenomenon, and take a little extra time to dance and sing with the aurora in fun interactive stations.

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AI111 Overnight at Trasti & Trine's Lodge

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AI120 Walking City Tour of Alta

Trasti & Trine Jan 01 - Dec 31 We live in the forest,10 km from Alta City and 500 m from the Alta River. There are good trails straight from the cottage door, for hiking, biking and skiing. We have a dog yard with 40 Alaska huskies, not far from the cottage. You are warmly welcomed into the kennel and in the summer we have puppies that will be very happy for some extra attention. Trasti & Trine have a restaurant that serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. This is the perfect accommodation for those who want something else than an ordinary hotel bed. Here you will find an inventive atmosphere, but also peace and quiet in the evenings.

We have a lot of rooms for children to play outside. We are also a company that is certified by Norwegian eco tourism standards - Norsk Ă˜koturisme. Restaurant that serves breakfast, lunch and dinner is in the same building. Welcome to our home.

North Adventure Jan 01 - Dec 31 Take a tour with North Adventure's guides - maybe with one of us! and go for a walk around downtown Alta to learn more about what's hiding in this quiet, arctic town center. Visit the Northern Lights Cathedral and the fun BorealisAlta northern lights exhibit, and hear about Alta's distant history, recent past and current events. From Kristian Birkeland to the heroes of the Finnmarksløpet, you'll come away with a view of Alta you won't get on your own!

www.visitalta.no - post@visitalta.no

visitAlta tel: +47 99 10 00 22

PRICE

Adults: 150,Children 12/under: 75,Family (2 adults + child): 350,Groups (min 10) per person: 125,-

DURATION COMMENTS

16-Aug to 14-Jun: Mon-Fri 11-15:00 Closed weekends 15-June to 15-August: Mon-Sat 11-21:00 Sun 1621:00

Per person double: 650,-

Admission price includes both the church and BorealisAlta.

Guided tours of the cathedral are available for an extra 150,per adult and must be booked in advance.

Please note that tours cannot be taken during worship or other church services.

Homemade organic breakfast with coffee/tea is included

Single: 750,-

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DAY ACTIVITY

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Adults: 990,Children 12/under: 495,-

Flexible start times Tour is available Mon-Fri starting between 10:00 and 15:00

Tour includes the guided walk, entrance and guiding in the Northern Lights Cathedral, and entrance to the BorealisAlta exhibit.

Advance booking may be required during peak seasons or for languages other than English and Norwegian - contact North Adventure for details.

DAY ACTIVITY

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AI131 Overnight at Trasti & Trine's Cabin

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AI136 See the Majestic Alta Canyon

by Helicopter

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AI156 Haldde Mountain and the Majestic Alta Canyon by Helicopter

Trasti & Trine Jan 01 - Dec 31 Hytta, our cosy cabin, is in the middle of the farmyard right beside the dog yard. This is a nice place to stay for young and old alike. It’s usually full of activity here during the daytime, but in the calm of the evening the silence is only broken by the rustle from the wind in the pine forest or the occasional howl from the dog yard. The cabin contains one single room, one twin room and two double rooms. We offer a homemade organic breakfast in the neighbouring house from 8.30am to 10am.

HeliTours Jan 01 - Dec 31 If you are in Alta you won`t want to miss out on a trip to Sautso, northern Europe's largest canyon. This majestic canyon is situated along the Alta River, and is a truly beautiful sight from above. Bring your camera and capture your adventure forever. The tour starts from Alta airport. We lift off and head towards the Alta River, a world-famous river known for its huge salmon. Sport fishers come here from all over the world to fish - even royalty! We follow the river's course for 40 km to the point where the beauty of the Alta Canyon reveals itself.

The canyon is about 400 meters deep and 7,5 km long, and holds the title as the Northern Europe`s largest canyon. At the end of the canyon we reach the power station and dam, the site of big environmental and political protests in the 1980s and the place where the Alta and Kautokeino rivers connect. We then turn back and fly over Tverrelvdalen, a beautiful river valley at the foot of a slate mountain, and finally back to Alta airport.

HeliTours Jan 01 - Dec 31 Combine historic monuments and spectacular nature, mix with a helicopter's unique perspective, and you've got the recipe for a tour that could be the highlight of your holiday. On this trip we put two popular destinations together: the Northern Lights Observatory on Mt. Haldde, and Sautso, northern Europe's largest canyon. The tour starts from Alta airport. We lift off and fly towards the Haldde peak.

At 900 meters over sea level, we will discover the Northern Lights Observatory. The first building was constructed in 1899 as a base to study weather and the northern lights, and Norwegian scientist Kristian Birkeland stayed there during the first winter season. In 1912, construction began on more buildings, and the base became the world's first permanent northern lights observatory. From there, we turn towards towards the Alta River, a world-famous river known for its huge salmon. Sport fishers come here from all over the world to fish - even royalty! We follow the river's course for 40 km to the point where the beauty of the Alta Canyon reveals itself. The canyon is about 400 meters deep and 7,5 km long, and holds the title as the Northern Europe`s largest canyon. At the end of the canyon we reach the power station and dam, the site of big environmental and political protests in the 1980s and the place where the Alta and Kautokeino rivers connect. We then turn back and fly over Tverrelvdalen, a beautiful river valley at the foot of a slate mountain, and finally back to Alta airport.

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Per night: 2500,-

Rental is either per room or for the whole cabin per night.

Minimum 2 nights rental. Breakfast can be added for 120,- per person per day.

Minimum 2 nights rental.

Breakfast can be added for 120,- per person per day.

Per person: 4450,Price is per person for 2 people. With 3 or more people in the group, price is 3950,- per person

Per person: 5950,Price is per person for 2 people. With 3 or more people in the group, price is 4950,- per person

Flexible start times Tour times are flexible.

Total flight time is approximately 25-30 minutes.

Flexible start times Tour times are flexible.

Total flight time is approximately 35-40 minutes.

The tour price includes just the helicopter ride. Transport to and from Alta airport can be arranged for an extra cost if needed.

Max weight per person is 120kg.

Different helicopters are used depending on the size of the group (2-5 passengers). Noise canceling headphones are provided for all tours.

The tour price includes just the helicopter ride. Transport to and from Alta airport can be arranged for an extra cost if needed.

Max weight per person is 120kg.

Different helicopters are used depending on the size of the group (2-5 passengers). Noise canceling headphones are provided for all tours.

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AI157 Alta to North Cape by Helicopter

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Per person: 15000,-

HeliTours Jan 01 - Dec 31 Come discover the vast, wild arctic land of Finnmark, Norway's northernmost county from the bird's-eye view of a helicopter. Have your camera ready as you travel from Alta to North Cape and back - this tour will give you nonstop photo opportunities! The tour begins at Alta airport, where we take off and set a course to the famous "northernmost point in Europe" - North Cape! Watch the natural world change below you from Alta's lush river valleys and tree-studded hills to the harsh and untamed plateau. If you are lucky you might even see a reindeer or two along the way. We will cruise over tiny villages and the rugged coastline, and the farther north we go, the more barren the landscape will become. The trees and scrubby bushes will give way to rocks and windswept outcroppings, until finally at the north coast there will only be the Barents Sea stretching as far as the eye can see. We will land at North Cape, and you will have an hour to explore the cape and visit the Center there before returning to Alta.

Wild, beautiful arctic nature at its best, from overhead and up close it's a rare experience of a lifetime!

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AIS03 Guided tour of Alta Museum

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AIS04 Private Tour of Alta

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Flexible start times Departure times are flexible.

Total tour time is approximately 3 hours (total flight time is approx. 2 hours)

Per person: 1500,-

North Adventure Jun 01 - Oct 15 One of our best guides from North Adventure will meet you in Alta with a private car, and take you to the edge of town where the Alta Museum sits along the edge of Alta Fjord. You will walk along an outdoor boardwalk to see some of the thousands of rock carvings in the area. The carvings, dating from between 6,000 and 2,000 years ago, show fascinating, fleeting glimpses into the lives of people who lived here after the end of the last ice age. At the end of the outdoor tour, you can choose to continue and see more recently-discovered carvings, or head back up to the Museum to look over the inside exhibits. Your guide can answer questions and tell you about the exhibits, or just let you wander and explore on your own. With time remaining, take a look through the museum's wide selection of souvenirs from the local area, or sit with coffee (and maybe a fresh waffle!) and chat with the guide about life in Alta and Norway. The museum's coffee shop has one of the best views of Alta Fjord, so it's the perfect place to have a relaxing conversation.

North Adventure Jun 01 - Oct 15 One of our best guides from North Adventure will meet you in Alta with a private car, and take you to the edge of town where the Alta Museum sits along the edge of Alta Fjord. You will walk along an outdoor boardwalk to see some of the thousands of rock carvings in the area. The carvings, dating from between 6,000 and 2,000 years ago, show fascinating, fleeting glimpses into the lives of people who lived here after the end of the last ice age. After the outdoor tour, head back up to the Museum to look over the inside exhibits, or just relax in the coffee shop over fresh waffles and enjoy the view. Your guide is available to talk about the exhibits or sit and chat about life in Alta and Norway. The museum's coffee shop has one of the best views of Alta Fjord, so it's the perfect place to have a relaxing conversation.

Your next stop will be the Northern Lights Cathedral in city center, where your guide will tell you about the history, construction and symbolism of the town's newest landmark. You'll see both outside and inside of this unique structure. Afterwards, your guide will take you around on a short driving tour of Alta, where you can see the historic slate dock and the old Alta Church, the only building in Alta still standing after World War II. You'll be able to stop for pictures along the way.

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Flexible start times 2-hour tour during museum opening hours. Tour available until snow covers the carvings.

Per person: 1950,Group size 2-8 people

Flexible start times 3 hour tour.

Available until snow covers the museum rock carvings.

The tour price includes the helicopter ride and entrance to North Cape. Transport to and from Alta airport can be arranged for an extra cost if needed.

Max weight per person is 120kg.

Different helicopters are used depending on the size of the group (2-5 passengers). Noise canceling headphones are provided for all tours.

Includes transport from and to Alta center, entrance to Alta Museum and guided tour of the Alta Museum and rock carvings.

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Includes transport from and back to Alta city centre, entrance to the Alta Museum and Northern Lights Cathedral. A guided tour of the Alta Museum and rock carvings, a guided tour of the Northern Lights Cathedral and a guided driving tour of other points of interest in Alta.

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AIS05 Private Tour, K책fjord and the Tirpitz

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AIS10 Summer Private Tour to Alta Canyon and Power Station

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Per person: 1800,-

North Adventure Jun 01 - Oct 15 One of our best guides from North Adventure will meet you in Alta with a private car and bring you out to K책fjord. Along the way, they will explain about the history of the area, both in general and specifically regarding the events of the World War. You'll stop at the old Alta Church, which survived the destruction of Alta, and at the deep bomb crater at the fjord's edge where one of the Tall Boy bombs missed its target. Then it's over the beautiful and architecturally interesting K책fjord bridge to the Tirpitz Museum. The museum features artifacts from the area and from Tirpitz itself, and brings a startling clarity to the participants on both sides of the conflict. Once done at the museum, you'll stop outside K책fjord Church (the only other building in the area to survive the war's destruction), and then head up the coast for a walk along the edge of the fjord to find the ruins of a bunker amid the delightful arctic scenery. Then it's back to Alta and modern times again.

North Adventure May 01 - Oct 30 You will be picked up by a guide/driver in a private car, and driven out to Sautso, the biggest canyon in Northern Europe. The one-hour ride to the canyon will give the guide to talk with you about life in Alta and Norway, the history of the area, and details about the history and controversy of the dam and the Sami people in the area. You'll have time to stop and take some pictures of the stunning canyon view, and then it's off to the power station itself. Though the facility is currently generating power, all operations are controlled remotely, so you and your guide will very likely be the only people in the huge facility!

You'll descend through a tunnel to the visitor center inside the rock cliff, see a short film produced by the power company, and then head out to walk across the dam itself.

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DURATION COMMENTS

Flexible start times 3 hour tour, normally between 09:00 and 15:00

Per person: 1500,Group size 2-8 people

Flexible start times Tour duration is approx. 4 hours

Includes transport and a private guide, entrance to the Tirpitz Museum and a guided introduction to the museum.

Tour includes transport, photo stops and guiding at the dam.

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AIS08 Private Tour to North Cape

Per person: 3990,-

North Adventure May 01 - Oct 30 Treat yourself to a North Cape tour without large buses and transit schedules! Travel to North Cape by private car with an expert guide.

Celebrate your arrival at the "beginning of the world" with sparkling wine and a certificate. Explore the fascinating exhibits at the visitor center, and then return to Alta over the wild Finnmarksvidda mountain plain.

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12-hour tour. Typically starts 08:00.

Alta Taxi

Boreal Travel

Alta River Camping

Alten Lodge

offers transportation, both to individual persons, groups and the disabled. We have 25 units available, including 2 cars with 8 seats and 3 with 16 seats which is also wheelchair accessible.

We are located in center of Alta not far from the tourist information and the hotels.

They can also assist with booking taxi.

Alta River Camping is nestled next to the famous Alta River, midway between mighty mountains. We are about 5 km from Alta in the direction of Kautokeino and our campground is a welcome and peaceful stopover, whether for just overnight or for an extended stay. We have a variety of apartments, cabins and rooms, with a total of 115 beds. We can accommodate around 40 campers and caravans with power hookup, and we have plenty of room for camping tents, all with good facilities. There are 2 saunas and 2 grillhouses that are waiting for rental as well.

Alta Strand Camping

Alta Strand Camping and Apartments provides comfortable accommodation and close access to Alta. Best for price and quality - shower and Wifi are included in out prices. We have 19 cabins and apartments for 1-6 people, with bath and furnished kitchen; and 22 camping cabins for 1-6 people. We also have room for tents, campers and motorhomes with services and facilities for each. There are three common buildings and a laundry. With Alta River as our closest neighbor, there are lots of local activities for all ages. Welcome!

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Flexible start times

Tour includes a guide and private car, transport to North Cape and back to Alta, entrance to North Cape, certificate and sparkling wine (or a non-alcoholic alternative). Lunch is not included in the price.

We have modern tour buses to ensure a comfortable tour. We arrange transport for trips that can last anywhere from a couple of hours to many days. Our buses have seats for groups of 16-57 passengers (and of course, we can arrange for multiple buses for larger groups). Our own travel agency, Sør-Vest Reiser, offers tours with transport, accommodation, activities and food included. We produce a tour catalog twice a year with many exciting travel destinations. And we customize itineraries according to our clients’ needs and wishes. See more at sørvestreiser.no

Up at the top of Sarves mountain, with beautiful views of Alta Fjord below, lies Alten Lodge. The lodge boasts a fantastic location: just 15 minutes from Alta airport (20 to Alta city center) and right next door to mountains, the Alta Fjord, a year-round activity park, and the vast wilderness of the Finnmarksvidda mountain plateau. Unique adventures await you just outside your door! Alten Lodge sports four buildings with high standard, together providing 35 beds. The main house holds 9 double rooms with bath, a dining/meeting room, large living room, plus sauna and outdoor Jacuzzi. The three adjacent cabins each provide 6 beds, living room , kitchen, bath and sauna. With us, you can plan to recharge your batteries, have a conference, or enjoy a complete package including activities. At Alten Lodge, you decide what's best! For more information visit www.altenlodge.no

CampAlta

CampAlta is situated at the southern edge of Alta by the banks of the Alta River, approx. six kilometers from the town center. Along with a range of accommodation from campsites to cabins, it is an ideal base camp for outdoor life and adventures. In the winter, if there is a clear sky overhead you only have to step outside to look for the northern lights!

We can also facilitate many types of outdoor activities like riverboat safaris, grouse hunting, fishing (salmon, sea and ice), skiing, walking trips, dog sledding, northern lights safaris and snowmobile safaris.

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Scandic Alta

Scandic Alta is a full-service hotel with 241 rooms and a course/conference capacity of up to 650 people. We have several large meeting rooms and two boardrooms. The hotel sits right in the middle of Alta’s city center, just ten minutes from Alta Airport. Our restaurant serves high quality food with local flavors and ingredients. The hotel also features a bar, sauna, and a direct indoor connection to Actic Fitness Center and the Nordlysbadet aquatic center, Finnmark’s only large indoor swimming facility.

Suolovuopmi Fjellstue

Suolovuopmi Fjellstue is a mountain lodge in the heart of the arctic mountain plain, Finnmarksvidda. The lodge's history is woven together with travelers who shaped the north, both Norwegian and Sami. Today, the lodge sits peacefully along the road between Alta and Kautokeino, welcoming modern travelers for a coffee break, an overnight stay or a base to explore the region over an extended holiday. Guests can enjoy a variety of outdoor adventures all year, or simply take in the peace and quiet that the arctic wilderness offers to everyone. Our comfortable

North Adventure North Adventure has a unique range of services for activities at exciting destinations. We provide booking, tour guide and tour management services for trips in the regions of North Troms and Finnmark County. We work with individual travelers as well as tour agents and destination management companies. Whether you’re booking one tour or a whole itinerary, we make it easy for you to go have fun here in arctic Norway. Car and bus hire, activities and tours, cultural trips, adventure trips, round trips, company trips or incentive trips – we’re your gateway to a Norwegian Lapland adventure!

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accommodation is offered for single travelers, couples and groups. Our food is organic and freshly prepared from local ingredients, and blends new ideas with the old traditions from the area. Don't just experience the peace of the wild arctic - come be a part of it at Suolovuopmi!

Thon Hotel Alta

Built in 2010, Thon Hotel Alta is located in downtown Alta under the same roof as the AMFI shopping centre. It is a business hotel featuring 146 double rooms. Half the rooms are equipped with a kitchen and sofa bed, making them ideal for families or longer stays. The hotel renovated the reception and the lobby in 2018. At the same time the restaurant opened and offers both breakfast, dinner and á la carte menu. The conference facilities were renovated in 2015 and are situated on the third floor with its own conference reception. Free wireless internet access is available throughout the hotel. Heated basement car park with direct lift access to hotel reception. Adjacent to the Nordlysbadet indoor water park.

Alta Guideservice Nothing brings a tour alive like an experienced, local guide. Alta Guideservice (part of North Adventure) seeks out talented residents of Alta who love to show off the area to visitors. Whether native “Altaværinger” or people who have come from other countries, our guides will fill your journey with fascinating stories, facts, insights and conversation. We train our guides to be spontaneous and unscripted, so you’ll feel a special connection to the area when we are along for the ride. Languages? English, Norwegian, German and Spanish are readily available, and around a dozen more with some advance notice. Make a deeper connection to Finnmark and Alta – spend time with a guide!

G Travel Alta G Travel Alta provides expert service for booking transport to and from Alta, the City of the Northern Lights. Located right in Alta’s city center, we’re ready to help you with your travel needs whether you are planning a trip from home or you need to book an extra flight during your stay.

Contact us by phone at +47 78 44 95 55, or by email at corporate.alf@gtravel.no

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