Snowmobile trip to Tromsø : prices, duration of the trip

Are you traveling to Norway and visiting Tromsø? Discover the region in an original and fun way by choosing a snowmobile trip!

To discover everything that the Tromsø region can offer you, why not opt for a snowmobile trip? This original and fun way of locomotion will take you through the snowy plains, along the majestic fjords, in the heart of the forests, and even at the top of a few summits to offer you an exceptional panoramic view of the valley. Evade the time of a few hours in the middle of a preserved and majestic nature.

Many providers offer this activity, with several destinations and options available. To help you find yourself there, Wanderlix presents its mini-guide on snowmobile outings in Tromsø.

How to choose its snowmobile activity in Tromsø?

Snowmobile output is accessible to all, small and large, at age 7 . It is an activity to be practiced both as a couple, as a family or with friends, as a passenger or driver. Many providers offer excursions tailored to the size and age of your group, to offer you a unique and extraordinary experience.

The choice of your activity will depend on your desires:

• Indeed, you can as well board for them alpes Lyngen and its grandiose landscapes, which you direct to the Finn valley.
• It is also possible to discover the ice driving at nearly 900 m above sea level, or explore the Skibotn valley.
• For a more family experience, Lyngen Adventure offers an event on the theme of Norwegian folklore. Dive into local tales and legends, and enjoy breaks to try to see a troll, during your safari motoneige. An activity that will certainly please the youngest adventurers!

The snowmobile excursion allows you to travel on reasonable distances, and thus to couple several destinations or activities.

• Enjoy your snowmobile safari for example visit ice domes with your guide that will explain the history of these buildings carved every year in the approach of the polar night, in the purest Sami tradition.
• Unless you prefer to tryto seeNorthern in unspoiled corners of any urbanization, without being embarrassed by any light pollution, or trying to fish under ice.
• You even have the possibility to cross the borders of Norway, Sweden and Finland In one way.

How is the snowmobile ride in Tromsø?

The provider comes to pick you up at the meeting point in the center of Tromsø, in front of the Scandic Hotel , Radisson Blu or Clarion In general, to take you to the camp from your snowmobile exit. The main starting points are:

• Camp Troll located 1 hour from downtown.

• Camp Tamok located 1h30 from downtown.

• At first, you will equip yourself with clothing ready by the provider, warm and waterproof, as well as a helmet. Then, place the information on the handling of snowmobile with a practical demonstration and the explanations of the safety rules, especially regarding speed and braking.

• Once the preparation is finished, you you install in a binome on your scootera driver and a passenger. It’s gone for your snowmobile ride through the sumptuous and immaculate landscapes of Norwegian Lapland. Several stops are planned to allow you to make pictures, play in the snow, discover anecdotes with your guide, and exchange your places so that everyone can enjoy this experience.

• After these a few hours of snowmobile safariYou're back at the base camp. Here you will prolong the adventure around a hot drink and a traditional dish or a rich cake, perfect to warm you after this exploration of the polar territories.

• Finally, a minibus finally brings you back to Tromsø for a well-deserved rest.

Good to know: only persons over the age of 18 who hold their driver's license are allowed to drive the snowmobile. The others will be necessarily passengers.

What is the best time to make snowmobile in Tromsø?

Says snowmobile. It is therefore obviously winter that you can practice this activity. In Tromsø, this is the period extending from November to April , and with a little luck, October if the snow is sufficient.

And who says winter in the capital of the arctic, says polar night! Between late November and January, the sun never rises completely. Depending on the weather , the days are best reduced to a dusty light. This is a parameter that you must absolutely consider for all your activities, especially if you want to enjoy the landscapes. On the other hand, the polar night has a big advantage: it multiplies your chances of seeing boreal aurora!

• So take the departures morning if you want to admire the snowy landscapes, fjords, forests, and maybe cross some reindeer.
• Excursions with one starting in the afternoon may end after sunset, allowing you to enjoy a unique light and then pound a boreal aurora.

Our tips for snowmobiling in Tromsø

To take full advantage of your snowmobile safari, here are some essential practical tips that will facilitate your exit.

• First, like any winter activity, and a fortiori in Norway, you will need dress warmly ! Carry thermal underwear, and don’t forget to protect your ends with hot and waterproof gloves, and take scarves, hats or hide to protect you from the sometimes violent polar wind.
• Given the brightness that can be capricious, take with you of suitable equipment and objectivess to get beautiful pictures. And get straps to avoid any fall!
• Between the support, the journey, the explanations, the snowmobile ride, the snack and the return, this is a trip that will take you a good part of the day. And that potentially will put your body tested, especially in case of ice wind. Instead, plan a sauna than a second visit after your activity.

Important : to be able to drive your snow scooter, you must be in possession of your valid driving license. No need to apply for a European permit, your French permit is enough, but you must submit the original to your provider.

How much is a snowmobile ride in Tromsø?

The price of a snowmobile ride varies according to several criteria: age, duration of the trip, destination, complementary activity, etc. However, the rates are substantially the same between different providers.

• Snowmobile excursion of 2h in the Lyngen alps: you will have to pay between 180€ (1.800 NOK) and 200€ (2.000 NOK) per adult, and about 100€ per child (up to 12 years).
• For more distant excursions, including several activities such as the visit of the Ice Domes or a sauna at the Crystal Lava, or on several days: prices fly very fast to reach a minimum 350€ to 400€ per adult.