The hike to the Alta Canyon is popular for good reason. The terrain is wonderful and easy to walk in and you experience magnificent views, especially when you reach the canyon. This is the perfect place to enjoy a nice lunch together, take photos and simply enjoy the view of Northern Europe's largest river canyon and the Alta River winding out towards the sea.
A canoeing adventure down the Alta River is a must for anyone wishing to experience something truly wonderful! You rarely get so close to nature as you do in a canoe. There will also be nice breaks and time to relax around an open fire on the riverbank. On this day trip, spending quality time together is at least as important as the nature-based experience itself.
Join us for a full day's ELECTRIC mountain biking experience on the best trails and gravel roads in the Alta Valley. The level can easily be adapted to make this tour suitable for everyone!
Accommodation
GLØD Aurora Canvas Dome
Really cool, stylish accommodation where you are so close to nature that you see and hear the squirrel outside the big window of the dome. The warmth from the wood-burning stove and a nice down duvet will steer you safely through the night. If you are very lucky, you will see the Northern Lights in the sky above you from your bed.
Breakfast is included and is served in the GLØD lounge.
We can offer a three course dinner every night. The menu varies according to the season, and we like to serve cod, lamb, reindeer, elk and salmon. Dinner must be ordered in advance.
The Aurora Canvas Domes have a small bathroom with toilet and you will find shower and sauna in the GLØD lounge about 30 m from the dome.
Our elegant Boutique Apartment for up to four (five) people is ideal for anyone who would prefer quiet and peaceful days in the pine forest in the countryside rather than staying in the town centre. You can relax and unwind in a peaceful setting where life and the time keep the same pace.
Breakfast can be included and will be served in the GLØD lounge.
We can offer three course dinner every night. The menu varies according to the season, and we like to serve cod, shellfish, lamb, reindeer, elk and salmon. Dinner must be ordered in advance.
All the food we serve is produced in our kitchen. We are proud to be able to offer both local food and an international menu, based on local and regional ingredients.
Typical raw materials with us are cod, salmon, shellfish, reindeer, lamb and moose. These are often served in the season for which they are typical.
Enjoy delicious food either inside the GLØD living room or outside in our large lavvo.
In connection with the stor-lavvoen, we have our own stylish outdoor area, with bar and outdoor kitchen. There, the service can also be more casual, such as barbecue and Italian pizza from our pizza oven.
Lufthansa will start flying to Alta, direct from Frankfurt, December 2025
SAS and Norwegian operate several direct, daily flights from Oslo Airport, Gardermoen, to Alta. The flight time is approx. 1 h 50 min.
You can also fly via Tromsø. The flight time Tromsø to Alta will be 30 min.
From destinations within northern Norway, such as Tromsø, Kirkenes, Hammerfest, Båtsfjord and Vadsø, the airline company Widerøe and the bus company Boreal can be used.
Even on our days off, you’ll find us out in nature — a little movement for us, and for the huskies too! 🐾
In Norway, we call it “balsam for sjela” — balm for the soul. These crisp Arctic moments remind us why we do what we do: to share this peace and beauty with others. 💛✨
Back in 2007, we were the first in our region to run Northern Lights tours — and nearly 20 years later, the aurora still takes our breath away. ✨
With experience that led us to find the lights on 90% of tours last season, we know where to look… and sometimes, they even find us right here at home. 💚
Tucked into nature, the Aurora Canvas Domes are warm, cozy, and designed for slowing down. Curl up by the wood-burning stove, watch the seasons shift outside your window, and if you’re lucky — fall asleep under the northern lights. 🌌🔥
We use cookies to ensure that we give you the best experience on our website. If you continue to use this site we will assume that you are happy with it.
