We’ll enjoy a hearty breakfast before heading out for the day to get prepped for skiing in Laslettind. We’ll pick up our gear and make sure you’re sized up with everything you’ll need. Expect 600 meters of climbing with easy terrain. The mountains above are perfect for all levels of ski touring, but if you prefer, a snowshoe option is also available (no experience required). 

After presenting the gear, we'll head out for a couple of hours, going up with daylight and down with our strong headlamps. After an active day, we’ll enjoy coffee and grilled cheese sandwiches around the bonfire. Your evening can be spent relaxing at the lodge’s sauna and hot tub – a perfect night cap to rest and rejuvenate. 

Please note: Environmental conditions may impact the itinerary. Our expert guides will make changes as-needed based on both your safety and enjoyment. 

Meet your guides

Matti Saapunki
Meet Matti, a young IFMGA mountain guide born and raised in northern Finland. His deep passion for ski touring and his local knowledge of the arctic climate and mountains make him an excellent leader for this expedition. You can be confident that you're in good hands with Matti and the rest of our expert team.

Tore and Vegard Karlstrøm
Passionate skiers and guides, Tore and Vegard are a father-son team from Langfjordbotn. They possess a deep love for their mountains and a contagious joyous spirit. Enjoying their home mountains with them is a treat!

Now that you’ve gotten a day under your belt for skiing above the Arctic Circle (which lies 4° lower than us), you’re ready to take it to the next level. We'll head to Jøkelfjord for a whole day hunting for the best snow and beautiful views. 

Jøkelfjord is known for its stunning natural beauty and dramatic landscapes. The fjord itself is a serene, remote location surrounded by steep mountains and boasts a glacier calving in the fjord, making it a popular destination for both adventurers and those seeking tranquility.

We’ll start our day with a healthy breakfast at the lodge. Then, we’ll head to meet the dogs and their mushers. You’ll get to know the dogs, learn how to care for them and rig up your sled. 

Our local partners have been chosen due to how they care for their dogs, as well as their experience (they are considered legends in the region). 

Enjoy a two-hour outing with your own sled; the tour is designed to teach the basics and prepare everyone for the next day. We’ll finish around the bonfire with hot coffee, cakes and stories from the mushers.

Meet your guides

Marianne Skjøthaug and Arne Karlstrøm 

A wife and husband who have dedicated their lives to dogsledding, Arne is a true local from Langfjordbotn, and Marianne moved there thirty years ago. They have an experience like no other, having participated many times in Europe’s longest dog sledding race,  Finnmakrsløpet. Marianne became the world champion in 2011. Despite their impressive accomplishments, they are very humble and incredibly skilled teachers.

We'll spend the day exploring the Langfjordbotn valleys more deeply by sled with our dogs. We’ll refuel with a delicious, traditional Norwegian meal, and you’ll get to learn more about the local culture by learning to build a fire in pure Finnmark style.

Our last full day is filled with adventure: we’ll head back toward Alta to meet your fatbiking instructor. These bikes, with oversized tyres, will allow us to ride smoothly along the sides of the frozen Alta River. The river is famous for being the best for fishing salmon.  

After a few hours of riding in a surrealistic winter landscape, we'll drive you back to your cosy hotel on the side of the Alta fjord, followed by a farewell dinner at Trasti & Trine.

The last day of the trip has an optional excursion to the Alta Museum. Located in northern Norway, it is special for several reasons, with its most notable feature being its UNESCO World Heritage-listed rock carvings, which are among the most significant prehistoric sites in Europe. Depending on your flight schedule, we can drive you to the Alta Museum or the city centre before taking you to the airport.