This guide is built from our own winters in the Arctic and from the live Legendary Adventure tour pages in Tromsø — prices, pickup times and what is included come straight from the operator, never invented.

What the Private Aurora Snowshoe Hike Is

Legendary Adventure runs an evening snowshoe walk in the Tromsø region with the chance of seeing the northern lights. The shared version leaves at 18:30. The private version uses the same idea but reserves the guide and the vehicle for your party alone, and you select your preferred pickup location during checkout.

The duration is 4 hours. The operator lists a local expert guide, transport in a Mercedes minivan, snowshoe rental, and snacks with a hot drink. The ages are 10+ recommended, and group size is 2–8 guests, with larger groups on request. The price is NOK 12,000 per group, not per person.

It is not a chase. The shared and private aurora snowshoe hikes are walking trips under the night sky, where the northern lights are a possibility but not the sole goal. If seeing the aurora is your main reason for travelling, the northern lights tour is built for exactly that, and we explain the difference below.

The Cost Per Person: When Private Starts to Make Sense

The shared Aurora Snowshoe Hike starts at NOK 1,500 per person. Here is how the private price compares to the shared one:

At eight guests the private price matches the shared price, which is when the decision is easy. At six, you pay about NOK 500 more per person for full control of the evening. At two, the private hike is a luxury, and we would only recommend it for a special occasion.

Who Should Book the Private Version

We would suggest the private hike in four situations:

• Families with teenagers. Ages 10+ are recommended, so a family with children from ten can walk together at their own speed.
• Friend groups of 5–8. The cost per person drops close to the shared price, and you get a private evening.
• Special occasions. A proposal, anniversary or birthday under the night sky is easier with a private guide and pickup from your accommodation.
• Mixed fitness levels. The guide can adjust the pace to the slowest walker, which is hard to do in a shared group.

For a couple on a standard budget, the shared hike is better value. We cover the shared option in our Aurora Snowshoe Hike guide.

How It Differs From the Northern Lights Chase

This is the question we get most often. The Northern Lights Tour5% off · HUNGRYTRAVELFAMILY5 is a 5–8 hour chase where the guide drives to wherever the sky is clearest, sometimes across a border. The snowshoe hike is 4 hours in the Tromsø region and focuses on walking in the snow, with the aurora as a bonus if conditions are right.

If the aurora is the point of your trip, the chase gives you more chances because it moves. If you want a quieter, active evening and are happy to leave the lights to luck, the snowshoe hike is a charming option. Our aurora snowshoe versus chase comparison goes into detail.

For a private aurora-focused evening, the Private Northern Lights Tour5% off · HUNGRYTRAVELFAMILY5 costs NOK 15,000 per group and serves all ages.

What Happens on the Evening

The operator picks you up at your chosen location, drives to a snowshoe area outside the city and fits you with snowshoes. The guide leads the walk at a pace that suits your group, with stops for rest, snacks and a hot drink. If the sky clears and there is activity, you may see the aurora. If not, you still have a night walk under dark skies.

We cannot give you a minute-by-minute timetable, because the operator does not publish one and weather decides the details. Treat it as a four-hour evening with transfers included. Expect to be outside for a good part of it, so dress warmly.

What to Wear

Wear thermal base layers, a mid-layer, a windproof outer layer and warm boots. Add a hat, gloves and a neck warmer. Because the snowshoe rental is included, you do not need to bring your own gear. Pack a small bag with a phone charger and a spare battery. Our what to wear in Tromsø list covers the details.

How to Book With the Reader Discount

Open the booking calendar for the Private Aurora Snowshoe Hike5% off · HUNGRYTRAVELFAMILY5, choose a date and enter HUNGRYTRAVELFAMILY5 in the promo-code field at checkout. Cancel more than 48 hours before the start for a full refund; inside 48 hours the full price is charged. We are Legendary Adventure’s partner and may earn a commission, which never changes your price. For more ideas see our activities in Tromsø overview.

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Our Honest Final Word

The private aurora snowshoe hike is a good fit for the right group, and a poor choice for a couple counting kroner. If you are four or more, travelling with teenagers or marking a moment, it is a comfortable, flexible evening. If you want the best chance of a strong aurora, add a chase on another night.

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Our Tromsø snowshoe picks

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Private · 4 HoursPrivate Aurora Snowshoe HikeFrom NOK 12 000 per group (private)Book with 5% off →Small group · 4 HoursAurora Snowshoe HikeFrom NOK 1 500 per personBook with 5% off →Private · 5-8 HoursPrivate Northern Lights TourFrom NOK 15 000 per group (private)Book with 5% off →Private · 4 HoursPrivate Snowshoe HikeFrom NOK 12 000 per group (private)Book with 5% off →

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