Introduction to Cross-Country Skiing
Ski along the trails through the magical winter landscapes of Northern Norway. Cross-country skiing is a great way to explore the outdoors, and you will feel a real sense of satisfaction once you overpower the tracks! You do not need any previous experience as this tour is appropriate for almost everyone!
The tour departs from the city center of Tromsø from where you will head off on a scenic 50-minute bus drive to our camp in Breivikeidet.
Upon arrival at the camp, you will be welcomed by your tour guide and provided with thermal suits, boots, hat, mittens and all necessary gear (skis and poles).
Before heading out on the tour, we will teach you some basic skills: how to move, how to put your skis on, how to fall and get back on your skis. With all techniques under the belt, you will head out for the hike through the beautiful Arctic scenery together with your guide. Marvel at the mountains of the Lyngen Alps and the sea, and actively make your way through the snowy trails!
After the tour, you are invited into our lavvu (indigenous Sami tent) where you can warm up by the campfire with some hot drinks and cake.
In addition, our basecamp is also the starting point for our husky sledding tours, so there are about 80 huskies on the location ready to meet people and be cuddled with.
After you have had some time to relax and warm up, you will be driven back to the city with great memories of your cross-country adventure.
We offer 2 different departures (of the exact same tour) during the day:
- First Departure at 08:10: Introduction to cross-country skiing - Early Bird
- Second Departure at 10:00: Introduction to cross-country skiing - Morning Tour
Please select your choice upon booking and find the exact info of your departure (meeting time & place, duration) written below.
Location or meeting point
Important information
Meeting time and place
- First Departure "Early Bird": 07:55 at Tromsø Havn Prostneset (inside the main entrance hall), Samuel Arnesens gate 5, Tromsø.
- Second Departure "Morning Tour": 09:45 at Tromsø Havn Prostneset (inside the main entrance hall), Samuel Arnesens gate 5, Tromsø.
Duration
- First Departure "Early Bird": 08:10 – 12:40 (4,5 hours)
- Second Departure "Morning Tour": 10:00 – 14:30 (4,5 hours)
Included
- Transfer by bus from and back to Tromsø
- English-speaking guide / instructor
- Ski gear (poles, skis, boots)
- Thermal suit
- Winter boots
- Mittens and hat
- Hot drinks and cake
- Chance to visit the dog yard (± 80 huskies)
What to bring or wear
- Dress in warm winter clothing and in layers so you can adjust your clothing to the weather.
- Scarf and hat
Restrictions
- Minimum age is 7 years old.
- When making a booking for a child, please kindly always inform us of the age, as our guides will then be able to prepare accordingly
Level of difficulty
Medium – This activity is appropriate for both beginners and intermediates, you do not need any previous experience on cross-country skiing. Please let us know of any physical conditions that we should be aware of when preparing for the tour.
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