Finnmark Plateau Adventure Snowtrain Journey

4 hours (approximately)
Offered in: Norwegian and 1 more

Journey from the historic Gargia Lodge to the expansive Finnmark Plateau, where the serene beauty of the Arctic unfolds. Experience the rich Sámi culture in a traditional lavvu and learn about the vital postal route that has connected communities since the 18th century. The adventure includes a comfortable ride on a specially built snowtrain, where you’ll traverse through enchanting birch and pine forests, ultimately reaching the breathtaking plateau. As you explore, your knowledgeable guide shares captivating tales of the region’s natural history and its inhabitants. Conclude your day with warm drinks and delicious local pastries around the fire in the cozy lavvu.

- Comfortable snowtrain ride suitable for up to 11 passengers
- Experience diverse Arctic landscapes, including forests and plateaus
- Engage with local stories and Sámi culture throughout the journey
- Enjoy warm drinks and pastries in a traditional lavvu setting

What's Included

Storytelling from a local guide
1h outdoor trip on Snowtrain
Comfortable ride with the snowtrain
A genuine encounter with the Finnmark Plateau
Use of suit, helmet, mittens, boots, and balaclava
Warm drinks and local pastries served in a heated lavvu

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Please meet us at our Æventyr Booking Point located inside Canyon Hotel in the city center of Alta.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What to expect

the journey begins at the historic Gargia Lodge. After a welcome to the mountain lodge, we gather inside the traditional Sámi lavvu for an introduction to our history and the postal route that has been vital to this region since the 18th century. You'll then be fitted with all the gear you need — suit, helmet, mittens, boots, and balaclava — before stepping out into the Arctic.

From there, the journey continues aboard our specially built snowtrain: a safe and comfortable ride through varied Arctic landscapes.

We travel at a leisurely pace up through birch forest, past the treeline and on toward the high plateau. The landscape opens gradually, and suddenly you find yourself standing in what feels like an endless expanse — the mighty Finnmark Plateau.

Out here, far from towns and noise, you truly feel the elements. The light, the silence, and the weather create an experience that is different every single day. Your guide shares stories of the natural environment, life on the plateau, and how people have lived in this landscape across generations.

Eventually we make our way back to Gargia, where a warm and atmospheric ending awaits inside our traditional lavvu.

Additional info

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Æventyr

Tags

Winter Sports
Snowmobiling
Small Group

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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