4 Alta Northern Lights Tours to Build a Night Around

1.Small-Group Guided Northern Lights Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 112 reviews · 4 hours · from $251Our pick

Hunt the Aurora around Alta Fjord with a guide such as Stephen, Steven, Diamela, or Roger. You may drive to several viewing spots, borrow winter gear, hear Sami and local history, and warm up with hot chocolate, pastries, or a campfire.

“The weather didn't cooperate but our guide Steven was great. We were in several great spots had the clouds broke. Steven did a great job letting us know the game plan and shared some fun facts about Alta and the area. I definitely recommend these guys for your next trip to Alta”

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2.Northern Lights tour with Alta Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 110 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $235Best value

Set out from Alta at 8 p.m. with a guide such as Stig, Steve, Steven, or Sebastian, then chase clear skies by minibus for about four hours. Expect Alta Fjord views, a possible cathedral stop, local stories, warm gear, hot drinks, snacks, and a group of no more than 13.

“Our guide was very professional and knew exactly where to go to see the lights. We saw quite a few during our tour. There is a lot of driving but it is necessary to get to where you can see the lights.”

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3.Northern Lights Night Adventure By Snowmobile

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 58 reviews · 4 hours · from $278

Ride from Alta into the Beskardes mountains along the old postal road. You will learn to drive a snowmobile, share it with a passenger, and stop in the dark Arctic wilderness for coffee, snacks, and possible northern lights. Guides such as Roger and John are praised for patient instruction and warm care.

“Had never been on a snowmobile before, but the guide was very patient and checked regularly that I was OK. It was a brilliant experience, especially at night with the snow falling. We stopped off for a short break by a fire and it was magical. Highly recommend the whole experience.”

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4.Dog Sledding Trip under the Northern Lights

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 48 reviews · 4 hours · from $391Top rated

Travel from Alta to Gargia, learn to drive a husky sled, and take your own team through pine forest toward Finnmarksvidda. Guides such as Adam, Linda, and Raul have led outings with clear instruction, warm gear, coffee, local stories, and time with the dogs.

“The activity was absolutely amazing. Although the lights weren’t out for us that night I would do this 100x over. The guide Adam was amazing and the driver Enrico for transfer too. The dogs were friendly and both sitting and driving were thoroughly enjoyable. Couldn’t recommend this more. I (22) went with my grandad (70) and my mum (50) and all three of us had the best time.”

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