From Alta: Hiking Day Trip to Alta Canyon
- Join an exciting hike across the spectacular Finnmarksvidda plateau, to scenic Alta Canyon
- Spot wildlife such as lynx, wolverine and white-tailed eagles and enjoy scenic vistas
- Pick-up/drop-off, knowledgeable English-speaking guide, lunch and hiking poles included
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Overview
Join us for an exciting hike across the spectacular Finnmarksvidda and be amazed by Northern Europe's largest Canyon. As one of the region's best know landmarks, this is an absolute must-see during your visit of Alta
What's included?
pick-up/drop-off from Alta
Guided hike to Alta Canyon
Hiking poles available on request
Packed lunch
What to expect?
The Alta Canyon is a beautiful hiking destination with fantastic views of the Alta River. Starting from the trailhead at Beskades, the path meanders through unique plateau landscapes and beautiful nature.
Reindeer have grazed these lands for hundreds of years and wildlife such as lynx, wolverine and white-tailed eagle are spotted regularly.
This 13-kilometer hike (return trip) will leave you stunned once you reach the Alta Canyon viewpoint. Standing a hundred meters above the river, gazing straight into the canyon, leaves many avid hikers lost for words.
Included:
Transfer
Fully guided hike
Packed lunch
Hiking poles can be provided on request
What to bring:
Comfortable hiking clothes and shoes, adjusted to the weather conditions
Water bottle
Good to know
Meeting point: Scandic Hotel Alta (pick-up) or Sorrisniva Igloo Hotel
What to bring
Bring comfortable hiking clothes and shoes, adjusted to the weather conditions, and a water bottle.