Arctic Snowshoe Hike in Tromsø for UK and German Visitors: Christmas, New Year and How to Book Direct
Planning a Christmas or New Year break in Tromsø from the UK or Germany? The Arctic Snowshoe Hike is a four-hour daytime activity for ages 10 and up. Here is how it fits and how our 5% discount works.
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.
The Arctic Snowshoe Hike5% off · HUNGRYTRAVELFAMILY5 is NOK 1 500 per person, 4 hours including transfer, ages 10+, with snowshoes, poles and a guide included. Our 5% reader discount works when you book on Legendary Adventure’s own booking page: enter HUNGRYTRAVELFAMILY5 at checkout.
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Arctic Snowshoe Hike
From NOK 1 500 per person · 4 Hours · Tromsø. Live dates and prices open right here — you book directly with Legendary Adventure in Tromsø.
- Why snowshoeing suits a Christmas or New Year break
- The facts: price, time, age and inclusions
- Christmas week: what it looks like
- New Year: a calm start to the day
- UK visitors: flights, weather and expectations
- German visitors: winter breaks and group size
- Book direct: how our code works
- Putting it together: a sample plan
- FAQ
Why snowshoeing suits a Christmas or New Year break
Christmas and New Year in Tromsø revolve around darkness, lights and cold. That makes daytime activities valuable, because the few hours of blue twilight are your best chance to see the landscape. A snowshoe hike is a quiet, slow-paced way to do that. You do not need to be sporty. You walk through snow with a guide, stop often, and learn what you are looking at.
British and German visitors often tell us they want something active that is not extreme. Snowshoeing fits that description, and it is something the whole family can do once children reach age 10. We live in Rovaniemi, and snowshoeing is one of our favourite ways to enjoy Lapland winters. We have not yet taken this particular tour, so the details below come from the operator’s page.
The facts: price, time, age and inclusions
The Arctic Snowshoe Hike5% off · HUNGRYTRAVELFAMILY5 costs NOK 1 500 per person and lasts 4 hours including transfer. It is recommended for ages 10+. Pickup is at 10:00 outside Clarion Hotel The Edge, where you look for a black Mercedes. The group is 2–8 guests (larger groups on request). Included are a local expert guide, transport in a Mercedes minivan, and snowshoes and poles. The season is winter.
The operator suggests dressing in layers and wearing good winter shoes that keep you warm and dry. The description mentions snow-capped mountains, fjords and possible wildlife such as reindeer, foxes and seabirds. No sighting is guaranteed.
Christmas week: what it looks like
Christmas week is the busiest time in Tromsø, so plan early. Daylight is minimal, and a 10:00 pickup means you start in dim blue light. The group usually returns by early afternoon, leaving time to rest, eat and prepare for an evening activity. For many families the day after Christmas is a good time for a gentle activity after the festivities.
If you have mixed ages, remember that 10 is the recommended minimum for the shared hike. For families with younger children, the other options in our Tromsø activities hub may suit better, and the Private Snowshoe Hike5% off · HUNGRYTRAVELFAMILY5 at NOK 12 000 per group is also listed for ages 10+.
New Year: a calm start to the day
New Year’s Eve in Tromsø is lively, with fireworks and gatherings in the city. A morning snowshoe hike is a calm contrast, and a good way to start the day if you plan a late night. If you are celebrating late, be realistic about energy and choose a different date for the hike. New Year’s Day is also an option, though you may be tired.
Book early for these dates, since holiday departures fill up. Availability is shown live on the booking page.
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Arctic Snowshoe Hike
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From the UK, Tromsø is reached by connecting flights, often via Oslo. The weather is cold but usually less extreme than many expect, and the snow is reliable in mid-winter. British visitors often ask whether they will be too cold. With layers and proper boots, the answer is usually no, and the hike’s pace keeps you warm.
February half-term is another popular period, and the hike works for older children then too. If you are planning ahead for it, book a few weeks before.
German visitors: winter breaks and group size
German visitors often travel in December and during winter school breaks. Groups of friends or families of three to four are common, and the shared hike works well. If your group is closer to six or eight, compare the shared price with the private hike at NOK 12 000 per group. Six people on the private hike pay NOK 2 000 each, which is above the shared price of NOK 1 500, so shared remains better unless you want your own guide.
Book direct: how our code works
The same hike can be found on other booking platforms. Our 5% reader discount works only when you book on Legendary Adventure’s own booking page, so use the links on this page. Open the calendar, choose your date, and enter HUNGRYTRAVELFAMILY5 in the promo-code field before paying. We do not compare prices with other sites, and we have nothing against them. We simply want you to know where the code works.
Booking direct also means you deal with the operator for changes and questions.
Putting it together: a sample plan
A simple three-night plan: day one rest, day two snowshoe hike at 10:00 and a free evening, day three the fjord tour, and an evening northern lights tour on night two or three. The Northern Lights Tour5% off · HUNGRYTRAVELFAMILY5 is NOK 2 300 per person and the Aurora Snowshoe Hike5% off · HUNGRYTRAVELFAMILY5 is NOK 1 500 per person at 18:30.
To book, open the live calendar through the links on this page, choose your date, and type HUNGRYTRAVELFAMILY5 into the promo-code field at checkout for 5% off.
The cancellation rule we know of is a full refund if you cancel more than 48 hours before departure, and a 100% charge inside 48 hours. Check the current terms on the booking page before you pay.
A transparency note: we are Legendary Adventure’s partner and may earn a small commission when you book through our links. It never changes your price.
FAQ
Is the Arctic Snowshoe Hike suitable for beginners?
Yes. Snowshoes and poles are included and the guide leads the group, but you need to be comfortable walking for part of a 4-hour outing.
What is the minimum age?
Ages 10+ are recommended.
What does it cost?
NOK 1 500 per person for the shared hike. The private hike is NOK 12 000 per group.
Where does it start?
Pickup is at 10:00 outside Clarion Hotel The Edge, where you look for a black Mercedes.
Where does the code work?
On Legendary Adventure’s own booking page, using the promo-code field at checkout.
What if the weather is bad?
Check the operator’s terms. The cancellation rule is a full refund more than 48 hours before and a 100% charge inside 48 hours.
Our honest final word
A snowshoe hike is a calm daytime anchor for a Christmas or New Year trip. Book the Arctic Snowshoe Hike5% off · HUNGRYTRAVELFAMILY5 or the Private Snowshoe Hike5% off · HUNGRYTRAVELFAMILY5 direct and enter HUNGRYTRAVELFAMILY5 at checkout.
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