Experiences
Kvenvikmoen in summer:
The largest attraction is just outside the front door, nature itself. There are several walkingtracks behind the hotel, for shorter or longer hikes. It will take you past several lakes where you can fish or swim, rent canoes or just sit and relax. It will take you through the forest with exciting bird and wildlife and complete stillness.
In addition there is also Alta Golf Park surrounding the hotel. The Golf Park houses the first and only 9-hole golfcourse in Alta, and it is one of the northernmost golfcourses in the world. For more information about the golfcourse, its training facilities and the "mini golfcourse" for the whole family contact us or the golf park.
Winter:
Why not try cross country skiing or snow shoeing either along prepared tracks or with a guide through the forest.
We can help you arrange dogsledding with huskies, one of the most spectacular activities you can try in Alta during the winter.
We also stronly recommend visiting the Sorrisniva Igloo Hotel, you can choose to just visit or spend a night
Ask us for additional information and how to book the different activities or go to the tourist information directly at www.northadventure.no or www.visitalta.no
Experiences in Alta in Summer
In Alta during summertime there are several things to see and do. How about a riverboat ride up the famous salmon river, the Alta river, and see the Alta Canyon, the largest canyon in northern Europe.
Alta Museum is a natural stop while in Alta buildt next to the discovery site of the Alta Rock Carvings, listed on the UNESCO World Heritage list.
If you are after some more physical activities you could trek up to Haldde, the highest mountain in Alta, 995 meters above sea level or just try the smaller Komsa in town for beautiful views of Alta and the stunning nature.
Experiences in Alta in Winter
In the winter time there are some spectacular experinces just waiting for you. How about a snowmobile ride up to the mountains, either during daytime or at night hunting the northern lights.
If you are the more quiet type a trip with a dog sledge is highly recommendable and a once in a lifetime experience, especially if you are lucky enough to get a glimpse of the Aurora at the same time.
Of more physical activities in winter, there is cross country or downhill skiing or snowshooing. Maybe even a trip to the mountains with one of the local guides to try sleeping in a lavvu (sami tent) and listen to stories from the area around a bonfire.
Visit the Tourist information pages to see more activities and information regarding the area.