The 15 Best Northern Lights Snowshoe Hikes

1.Aurora Crystal Lavvo Experience with Snowshoeing

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 222 reviews · 1 day · from $460Our pick

Travel from Tromsø to Aurora Wonderland Basecamp in Lyngen by bus and ferry. Jose, Angelina, and their team host a small-group overnight with a 2 km snowshoe walk, meals, thermal gear, and a wood-heated crystal lavvo where you can watch the sky from bed.

“The most beautiful and special place I’ve ever stayed. Tucked into the side of a fjord surrounded by ocean and mountains is the perfect place to experience the northern lights. The owner and his daughter took us snowshoeing and share the history of the inn. The family is welcoming and you immediately feel at home. The glass lavvos are warm and cozy, and are the perfect place to experience the northern lights. Can’t wait to go back.”

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2.South Coast, Glacier Hike & Northern Lights Combo

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 68 reviews · 16 hours · from $270

Join an English-speaking guide for a full-day trip from Reykjavik to Seljalandsfoss, Sólheimajökull, Reynisfjara, and Skógafoss. After dinner, return for a countryside Northern Lights hunt with complimentary photos and free rebooking if the aurora does not appear.

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3.Aurora Snowshoeing

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 59 reviews · 3 hours · from $110

Join a guide such as Robin, Erik, or Rebecca for a three-hour evening snowshoe walk near Abisko. Learn to move across soft snow, follow tracks through the birch forest, pause for hot berry juice, and watch for auroras over Torneträsk and Lapporten.

“Everything about the evening was fantastic. Robin was the perfect guide, encouraging us take in the quiet environment of the birch forest in the dark as we walked. Robin pointed out recent and older animal tracks in the snow and gave us information about the trees and local area. It was very magical and ethereal, like the world of Narnia in the snow, and the night sky was so clear and full of stars which were very visible away from the lights of Abisko. We went to a couple of frozen lakes as well and were extremely lucky to see the Northern lights coming and going throughout the hike. We…”

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4.Night Snowshoeing Adventure under the Northern Lights

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 50 reviews · 3 hours · from $123

Join a professional English-speaking guide for three hours of night snowshoeing near Rovaniemi. Walk through forests, across frozen waterways, or toward a hilltop, then warm up with hot drinks and a Finnish campfire snack. Guide Jordi has led especially personal tours for very small groups.

“Belle activité. Ciel magnifique. Guide génial. Bémol, l'activité raquette est un peu courte et assez simple : balade dans une forêt à peine 1h. Le temps de trajet vers le lieu d'activité est de 35'. Le temps de trajet est plus long que l'activité. Le réconfort près du feu est intéressant mais se fait à la fin dans un yourth sur le parking...”

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5.4-Day Iceland: Golden Circle, South Coast, Volcano Hike & Northern Lights

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 46 reviews · 4 days (approx.) · from $1,349

You’ll travel from Reykjavík in a group of up to 19, visiting Þingvellir, Geysir, Gullfoss, the South Coast, Jökulsárlón, and Fjaðrárgljúfur. Guides such as Carl and Olie have earned praise for flexible pacing and safe winter driving. Glacier and volcano tours, three nights, breakfast, transport, and Wi-Fi are included.

“Our 4d3n land tour for our family of 6 (with 2 teenagers) was well-organized including online messages were promptly received within couple of hours with Arctic Adventures when we had queries. We left a little disappointed because we could not find the auroras during the northern night tour. Planners should leave a few days later because it could be rescheduled for the following day if the northern light hunt was unsuccessful. Iceland has nature at vast display. So many wows here and it is unforgettable. Some of our best memories are from Iceland. Thank you All.”

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6.Ruka: Searching for the northern lights with snowshoes

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 27 reviews · 3 hours · from $102Best value

Walk 2 to 5 km through Ruka’s dark winter forest on snowshoes, following animal tracks and pausing at a fire for a hot drink and stories about Arctic life. English and Finnish guides lead the outing, with guides such as Constantin and Letithia praised for their friendly nature knowledge.

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7.Northern Lights Hunting Snowshoe Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 26 reviews · 2.5 hours · from $111

Join Safartica for a 2.5-hour evening snowshoe walk near Saariselkä. Your English-speaking guide teaches snowshoe basics, leads you into dark snowy nature, provides warm clothing and hot drinks, and watches for the northern lights. Guide Teemo has also shared animal tracks and prepared hot chocolate outdoors.

“Belle activité, le guide s’est adapté à nos conditions physiques et nos envies de randonnée donc c’etait parfait.”

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8.Aurora Borealis Snowshoeing Adventure by Night from Rovaniemi

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 24 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $150Top rated

Join Nordic Odyssey for a three-hour evening snowshoe walk from Rovaniemi. Your guide takes up to eight people into dark Lapland wilderness, adapting the route toward a lake or hilltop for better aurora views. Snowshoes, transport, hot drinks, and possible guide photos are included.

“It was a lovely adventure, charming winter wonderland. No lights activity so this a bit disappointing . The guide Camille was great, helpful and knowledgeable”

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9.Snowshoe Trek with Aurora Hunt and Warm Beverage

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 20 reviews · 3 hours · from $143

Meet Kiruna Guidetur near Scandic Hotel, gear up in insulated overalls, boots, snowshoes, and poles, then follow an English-speaking guide into the snowy forest. Guides such as Jonna, Ronja, Kevin, and Carsten add nature and wilderness insight, with a hot drink, sandwich, and possible fire stop along the way.

“Everything on this tour. Ronja is an excellent and most motivated guide. She knows a lot about culture, about the survival in the wilderness, about nature and so many things more. It was a very pleasant trip and we enjoyed every minute of it! Mother nature was on our side and we were overwhelmed by the beauty of the nothern light! Thank you for leading us so well 😍👏🏼”

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10.Northern Lights Hike with Husky Puppies

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 17 reviews · 3 hours · from $142

Join Fredrik and Anna for a three-hour, small-group night hike through Abisko Valley. Walk 1.5 km each way with playful husky puppies, then warm up with a hot drink and campfire in a Sámi-style Lávvu. Winter gear and a transfer from Abisko STF Tourist Station are included.

“100% worth it for the friendly and playful puppies even if you don’t get to see the lights. Anna and Fredrick were so thoughtful and friendly, tack! Thank you for taking such good care of the puppies too 🥹”

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11.Aurora Snowshoe Hike

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 14 reviews · 4 hours · from $183

Join a small group of up to eight for a three-hour guided snowshoe hike near Ersfjordbotn. Guides such as Truls, Eirik, and Fabian lead the outing in English or Norwegian, with snowshoes, poles, transport, a snack, and a hot drink included.

“Truls was great! We did an amazing hike, learned a bunch, and saw some fabulous auroras. He took some great photos and taught us how to take decent ones on our phones as well. 6 stars all around!!”

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12.South Coast, Glacier Hike & Northern Lights from Reykjavik

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 13 reviews · 16 hours (approx.) · from $287

Spend about 16 hours with Arctic Adventures visiting Seljalandsfoss, Skógafoss, Reynisfjara, and Sólheimajökull. A certified guide leads the glacier hike, then you return to Reykjavik for a break before a minibus Aurora hunt. Guides such as Ronan, Bessi, Simon, and Fred have earned praise for safety, stories, and photos.

“We had the best time in Iceland, mainly special thanks to our tour guides, who made this experience so memorable.”

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13.Snowshoeing with Aurora Crystal-Lavvo Overnight Stay from Tromsø

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 11 reviews · 23 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $473

Travel from Tromsø to Nord-Lenangen by bus and ferry, snowshoe through Scandinavian nature, eat local meals, and sleep in a wood-heated lavvo beneath a glass ceiling. Guides including José and Angie help with the fire and aurora forecast. The Northern Lights are never guaranteed.

“We had so much fun! Well organized and relaxed trip, and everyone on staff was fantastic. Loved the snowshoe and the lavvvo was warm and comfortable. Plus we had clear skies and saw the aurora!”

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14.Volcano Hike & Northern Lights Combo Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 8 reviews · 11 hours (approx.) · from $185

Spend about 11 hours exploring Iceland’s volcanic Reykjanes Peninsula, including a 2 to 4 hour Fagradalsfjall hike, then join a separate northern lights hunt. Guides such as Omar add local stories and photo help, while routes change with weather and volcanic conditions.

“This tour got changed to a different hike and the hot river and it was amazing. The guide we had was so friendly and we thoroughly enjoyed our time with him. I can't remember his name but if we went back, I would love to request him again. Highly recommend!”

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15.Snowy Forest Night Hike with Northern Lights

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 7 reviews · 3 hours · from $117

Join a small group of up to nine for a three-hour guided night hike through Rovaniemi’s snowy forest. Your guide leads you to a watchtower for hot drinks, local cookies, and wide Arctic views. English, Spanish, and French are available, with guide Valentin among the named hosts.

“Tuvimos una noche dura porque estábamos a -30 grados pero la noche nos regaló auroras boreales, es una gran experiencia el senderismo nocturno en la tundra.”

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