Alta: Finnmark Plateau Snowtrain Tour｜Norway

Begin your journey at the historic Gargia Lodge, where dense pine forest has sheltered people from the elements for generations. After a welcome to the mountain lodge, gather inside the traditional Sámi lavvu for an introduction to the history of the postal route that has been vital to this region since the 18th century.

Get fitted with all the gear you need — suit, helmet, mittens, boots, and balaclava — before stepping out into the Arctic. From there, continue aboard a specially built snowtrain: a safe and comfortable ride through varied Arctic landscapes.

Travel at a leisurely pace up through birch forest, past the treeline and on toward the high plateau. The landscape opens gradually, and suddenly you find yourself standing in what feels like an endless expanse — the mighty Finnmark Plateau.

Out here, far from towns and noise, truly feel the elements. The light, the silence, and the weather create an experience that is different every single day. Your guide shares stories of the natural environment, life on the plateau, and how people have lived in this landscape across generations.

Eventually, make your way back to Gargia, where a warm and atmospheric ending awaits inside the traditional lavvu. Around the fire, enjoy coffee and locally made pastries — the perfect close to an authentic Arctic experience.