Norway
Huskies & Northern Lights: An Arctic Adventure in Alta
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Holiday Duration
4 nights
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Best Time To Go
December to March
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Price From
£2385 per person
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Wild Rating
3 out of 5
Holiday Idea
Discover the ultimate winter wilderness adventure in Alta, Arctic Norway. Drive your own team of eager huskies, explore snowy trails by fatbike and snowshoe, and hunt for the northern lights with expert guides. Enjoy cosy lodge comforts, hearty meals, and relaxing sauna sessions, with every detail taken care of, so you can focus on adventure by day and wonder-filled skies by night.
Itinerary
Holmen Husky Lodge
Day 1 | Arrive in Alta
Arrive in Alta and step into your cosy forest suite at Holmen Husky, surrounded by snow-dusted pines. Unwind in this peaceful wilderness haven before savouring a hearty, rustic dinner in the Barn. Let the crisp Arctic air and warm ambience set the tone for your adventure-filled stay.
Holmen Husky Lodge
Day 2 | Husky Sledding & Northern Lights
Feel the thrill as you mush your own team of eager huskies across snowy trails—two per sled, with the chance to swap roles, before warming up in the lavvu with hot drinks and snacks. As night falls, chase the northern lights and capture stunning photos under the aurora with an expert guide and photographer.
Fat-biking in Alta | Glød Explorer
Day 3 | Fat-Bike Adventure
Glide through Finnmark’s sparkling winter landscapes on a guided electric fatbike tour along scenic trails. Pause at a rustic shelter for fire-brewed tea, coffee, and snacks. Later, treat yourself to a soothing sauna and Jacuzzi session, with the option of a daring Arctic dip—towels, bathrobes, and slippers included.
Ice Fishing | Glød Explorer
Day 4 | Snowshoeing, Huskies & Ice Fishing
Trek through snowy pine forests on snowshoes with a husky companion leading the way. Arrive at a wilderness camp beside a frozen lake for ice-fishing, possibly catching your own Arctic Char for lunch. Cosy up around the open fire in the lavvu, keeping watch for moose, foxes, hares, and soaring eagles.
Holmen Husky Lodge
Day 5 | Departure Day
Savour a final morning in your serene forest suite, breathing in the crisp Arctic air. Take one last stroll through snow-covered pines and capture memories of the spectacular wilderness. Check out and transfer back to Alta, carrying the magic of huskies, northern lights, and Arctic adventures home with you.
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What's included
- Return airport transfers from Alta Airport to Holman Husky Lodge
- Four nights accommodation at Holmen Husky Lodge, including daily buffet breakfast and dinner in The Barn each evening
- Guided husky-sledding safari mushing your own team of dogs, including snacks and hot drink. Duration 2½ hours
- Guided hunt for the northern lights with an expert guide and local photographer. Includes pre-departure briefing with hot soup, hot chocolate/tea/coffee and snacks during the trip, help with camera settings and a photo of yourself under the northernn lights. Duration 4½ - 5 hours
- Guided electric fatbike tour along prepared fatbike, dogsled and snowmobile trails in the snow-covered Finnmark landscape. Duration 3 hours
- Guided snowshoeing with husky dog including ice-fishing and lunch. Duration 4½ hours
- Use of the sauna and jacuzzi. One hour sessions need to be pre-booked. Includes towels, bathrobes and slippers.
All Where The Wild Is customers have complimentary access to their holiday details via our mobile travel app. All travel documents, a detailed travel itinerary, flight information (when supplied), packing lists, resort information, and dining recommendations are stored in our easy-to-use app - an excellent tool for travelling
Access to our dedicated 24-hour emergency assistance telephone line, giving you peace of mind that should you need help while travelling, we are just a phone call away
Our Arctic Norway team would love to start planning your Holman Husky Lodge Winter holiday
