—  EXPLORE the arctic  —

Welcome to your adventure

The arctic north is a wet dream for nature-lovers.
Sail, paddle or swim if you dare between tall mountains in the world famous, stunning fjords.
Climb the peaks or the glaciers and take the most amazing pictures.
In the winter we go skiing, dog-sledding in the dark or take a snow mobile ride in to the wast wild.
The summers are short, but green and loved by anyone fortunate enough to experience them.
Up north, the sky really is the limit. How far do you want to take it?

Places of interest, activities and attractions

There is so much to see, so much to do.
Settling in with us for a few days ensure you a place in reach for a great explorations in the region.

Jøkelfjordbreen - Glacier (15 min drive from camp)
Øksfjordjøkelen - Same glacier as above (it has two names depending on which side you are on)

Here is a few of the local sights you shouldn’t miss
Hurtigbåten/Spildra - You can catch the ferry and see the fjords and islands up close!
Simalango - Sacrificial Site (visible from camp)
Kvænangsfjellet - Mountain pass with breathtaking views (ideal for midnight sun photos!)
Kvænangsbotn - Great hiking/biking area, crystal clear waters and historic structures - see map
Laslettind - Great mountain top for hiking and skiing (only 10 min drive from camp)
Sørstraumen - Europe’s 2nd strongest current (only beaten by Saltstraumen, south of Bodø) - see map
Bubbelen - The Bubble - Natural ‘bubbly’ water source

Skiing/Hiking
Both skiing and hiking can easily be done without guides. There are several options for novices as well as experienced skiers/hikers.
In general, skiing (free-skiing)/cross country skiing is recommended February - May, and hiking from May til snow falls.
The exception would be if you would like to experience skiing on the glacier(!) in the summer.
Local certified personnel and partners will guide you securely through a once in a lifetime experience.

Biking
Go for it yourself, or contact us for upcoming arrangements. Offroad/fatbike races and tours are available.

Dog-sledding
Dog-sledding - and the love of polar dogs - is huge in this part of the country.
Book a trip with a local kennel: you can go on short or long trips (even mush your own team!) or just visit the kennel and meet the dogs.
See them in action: Europe’s longest sled-dog race, Finnmarksløpet.
The race both start and finish is in the city center of Alta - combined with the Borealis Winter Festival, displaying ice sculptures all over town.

 Finnmarksløpet
What used to be a small event organized by mushers is now the largest annual sport and cultural event in the region.
The race is unique, not only because of the length, but also the amazing arctic nature that it runs through. The climate is inhospitable and weather changes swiftly. The mushers can experience sun and beautiful northern lights, but also violent storms, heavy snowfalls and
biting colds down to -40°C / -40° F. Therefore the mushers must be prepared for anything.
This is a big event with speaker, live music and thousands of people.

Sorrisniva Igloo Hotel
While in Alta during the cold season one cannot miss out on the ice hotel.
Just outside the city they build a new hotel with a new theme every year!
Among other things, you will find hotel rooms/suites, bar, restaurant and a chapel - where you even can get married!

For more info visit Sorrisniva Igloo Hotel official website