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Lofoten Snowshoe Safari

Winter
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Explore Lofoten’s wild nature and glowing winter light on a snowshoe tour with local guides from XXLofoten.

Tour description

Nature is always close in Lofoten. On a guided snowshoe tour, you’ll experience breathtaking landscapes and magical winter light with local guides. The tour is suitable for most people and no previous snowshoe experience is required. Along the way, you’ll learn about local history, life in the north, and Lofoten’s wildlife and nature. If conditions allow, we’ll take a short break and enjoy a warm drink.

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Season

Winter

Difficulty

Medium

Age limit

10+

Meeting point

J.E Paulsens gate 9, 8300 Svolvær

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Five people on snowshoes in the mountains

Nature safari on snowshoes

Duration: 3 hours

Price: From 1295 NOK

Visitors exploring the winter landscape with snowshoes and walking poles

Practical information

This tour is designed for anyone who wants to get close to nature on foot with an experienced guide. Winter weather in Lofoten can change quickly—from bright, sunny days to rain the next day—so our route is adapted to conditions. Sometimes snowshoes may be swapped for crampons, and the route adjusted. No worries—your experience will always be memorable. Snowshoes and poles are fitted before we head out.

Clothing: Dress in layers, preferably wool, and wear warm shoes with thick soles.

Meeting time: 30 minutes before departure. The tour lasts about 3 hours, depending on the chosen route.

Other times available upon request. Group tours can be arranged according to your wishes.

A guide captures a couple on snowshoes and poles standing before a mountain summit.
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