15 Northern Lights Snowshoe Hikes Worth the Walk

1.Aurora Crystal Lavvo Experience with Snowshoeing

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 222 reviews · 1 day · from $460Our pick

Travel from Tromsø by bus and ferry to Aurora Wonderland Basecamp in Lyngen. Jose, Angelina, and their team host a small-group overnight with fish soup, dinner, breakfast, a guided 2 km snowshoe walk, thermal gear, and a crystal lavvo heated by your own wood stove. The Northern Lights are never guaranteed, but the glass roof gives you a chance to watch from bed.

“Amazing experience, very friendly and organised hosts. Snow shoe hike was great fun with opportunity for photos at the end. Overnight in the lavvo was a unique experience, learning to keep the wood fire going. Would recommend booking this experience.”

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2.South Coast, Glacier Hike & Northern Lights Combo

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 68 reviews · 16 hours · from $270

You’ll travel from Reykjavik to Seljalandsfoss, Sólheimajökull, Reynisfjara, and Skógafoss with an English-speaking guide. A certified glacier guide supplies crampons, helmet, harness, and ice axe for the glacier walk. After dinner, return for a countryside Northern Lights hunt with complimentary photos.

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3.Aurora Snowshoeing

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 59 reviews · 3 hours · from $110

Join a small group of up to eight for a three-hour night snowshoe walk from Abisko or Björkliden. Guides such as Robin, Rebecca, and Erik have led guests through birch forest, animal tracks, frozen lakes, and mountain views, with warm berry juice during a quiet break. The Northern Lights are possible, never promised.

“Everything about the evening was fantastic. Robin was the perfect guide, encouraging us take in the quiet environment of the birch forest in the dark as we walked. Robin pointed out recent and older animal tracks in the snow and gave us information about the trees and local area. It was very magical and ethereal, like the world of Narnia in the snow, and the night sky was so clear and full of stars which were very visible away from the lights of Abisko. We went to a couple of frozen lakes as well and were extremely lucky to see the Northern lights coming and going throughout the hike. We…”

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4.Night Snowshoeing Adventure under the Northern Lights

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 50 reviews · 3 hours · from $123

Join a professional English-speaking guide for a three-hour night snowshoe walk near Rovaniemi. You may cross snowy forests, frozen rivers, lakes, or a hilltop before warming by a fire with hot drinks and Finnish snacks. Groups stay small, with no more than eight people, and the route is adapted to your ability.

“Belle activité. Ciel magnifique. Guide génial. Bémol, l'activité raquette est un peu courte et assez simple : balade dans une forêt à peine 1h. Le temps de trajet vers le lieu d'activité est de 35'. Le temps de trajet est plus long que l'activité. Le réconfort près du feu est intéressant mais se fait à la fin dans un yourth sur le parking...”

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5.4-Day Iceland: Golden Circle, South Coast, Volcano Hike & Northern Lights

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 46 reviews · 4 days (approx.) · from $1,349

Join Arctic Adventures for four winter days from Reykjavík, with small-group transport, three hotel nights, Golden Circle and South Coast sights, a Vatnajökull glacier hike, Geldingadalir Volcano, and a Northern Lights hunt. Guides such as Carl, Olie, and Beerga have led departures, though weather can change the plan.

“This was an absolutely unforgettable adventure! In my opinion, the best way to experience Iceland in the winter. Having Olie, our very skilled tour guide, navigate the terrible icy roads was reason enough to use this tour. We had a small group of 10 and each was a delight to spend a few days discovering Iceland with. The waterfalls, the geyser, the snow, the atmosphere, all of it was top notch. Our number one fave- the glacier hike with ice cave. ASTOUNDING. There was such a feeling of rare sacredness getting to hike along such a massive and beautiful feat of nature. Iceland is beautiful, rugged, violent, brutal and WILD.…”

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6.Ruka: Searching for the northern lights with snowshoes

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 27 reviews · 3 hours · from $102Best value

Walk 2 to 5 km through Ruka’s dark winter forest on snowshoes while your English or Finnish guide points out animal tracks and Arctic nature. Stop at a fire for a hot drink and stories, then scan the sky for stars and northern lights. Guides including Constantin and Letithia have been praised for their warmth and nature knowledge.

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7.Northern Lights Hunting Snowshoe Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 26 reviews · 2.5 hours · from $111

Join an English-speaking guide for a 2.5-hour night snowshoe walk from Saariselkä. You’ll receive winter clothing and snowshoes, learn to move through deep snow, search the sky for auroras, and stop for hot drinks. Guide Teemo has helped participants spot animal tracks and prepare hot chocolate in the forest.

“It was an exciting experience. Unfortunately because of clouds we couldn't see the northern lights, nevertheless the tour was absolutely great.”

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8.Aurora Borealis Snowshoeing Adventure by Night from Rovaniemi

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 24 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $150Top rated

Leave Rovaniemi at 7:30 pm for a three-hour snowshoe trek with Nordic Odyssey. Your guide leads you beyond city lights to forests, a lake, or a hilltop, explaining aurora science and local legends. Snowshoes, transport, coffee, and pickup are included, but warm clothing and boots are not.

“It was a lovely adventure, charming winter wonderland. No lights activity so this a bit disappointing . The guide Camille was great, helpful and knowledgeable”

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9.Snowshoe Trek with Aurora Hunt and Warm Beverage

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 20 reviews · 3 hours · from $143

Meet Kiruna Guidetur near Scandic Hotel and set out with an English-speaking guide such as Jonna, Ronja, Kevin, or Carsten. You’ll receive insulated overalls, boots, snowshoes, and poles before walking through the snowy forest to view the stars and hunt for the Aurora. A warm drink and sandwich break are included.

“Carsten é una guida eccezionale. Ci ha aiutato con le ciaspole e a scegliere le scarpe piú calde. Dopo poco che ciaspolavamo abbiamo visto le prime luci, ci siamo fermati ad accendere un fuoco per scaldarci e ammirare le luci mentre lui ci prepararava le bevande calde e dei panini al formaggio. Abbiamo chiacchierato tanto e ammirato una notte nella foresta bellissima.”

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10.Northern Lights Hike with Husky Puppies

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 17 reviews · 3 hours · from $142

Walk 1.5 km through snowy Abisko Valley with guides Ana and Fredrik and a small group of up to eight. Play with husky puppies, then warm up in a Sámi-style lávvu with a hot drink and Arctic stories. Winter gear, boots, mittens, and a transfer from Abisko STF are included, but the Northern Lights are never guaranteed.

“Fue un tour excelente, honestamente no espere que me sorprenda así, de todas maneras en este caso no tuvimos la chance de ver muchas auroras debido a la densidad de la neblina. Son embargo super recomendada y el cuidado que tienen de los perros es impecable”

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11.Aurora Snowshoe Hike

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 14 reviews · 4 hours · from $183

Meet your guide at Clarion Hotel The Edge and ride 30 minutes to Ersfjordbotn for a three-hour evening snowshoe hike. You’ll use supplied snowshoes and poles, pause for a snack and hot drink, and look for the aurora with an English or Norwegian-speaking guide. Guides including Truls, Eirik, and Fabian have helped make this a personal, photo-friendly outing.

“This snowshoe hike for the Northern Lights was truly one of the most special experiences of my trip. The group was small and intimate, which made the evening feel peaceful, personal, and immersive rather than rushed or touristy. Although dark outside, the hike itself was beautiful and serene, moving through quiet landscapes that felt untouched and magical under the night sky. Our guide was knowledgeable and shared fascinating bits of local history and insight about the area along the way, which added so much depth to the experience and made it even more meaningful. Seeing the Northern Lights in such a calm, natural setting was unforgettable. Everything felt thoughtfully paced,…”

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12.South Coast, Glacier Hike & Northern Lights from Reykjavik

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 13 reviews · 16 hours (approx.) · from $287

Spend a full day with Arctic Adventures visiting Seljalandsfoss, Skógafoss, Reynisfjara, and Sólheimajökull, then return to Reykjavík before an evening Aurora hunt. Guides such as Ronan, Bessi, Simon, and Fred have been praised for clear instruction, local stories, and patient weather chasing. The glacier hike needs sturdy ankle-high boots.

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13.Snowshoeing with Aurora Crystal-Lavvo Overnight Stay from Tromsø

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 11 reviews · 23 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $473

Travel from Tromsø by bus and ferry to Nord-Lenangen, where you’ll eat fish soup, hike with snowshoes, and spend the night in a wood-heated lavvo. Guides including José and Angie host a small group of up to 12. The Aurora search stays at base camp, not on a moving chase, so clear skies are never guaranteed.

“We had so much fun! Well organized and relaxed trip, and everyone on staff was fantastic. Loved the snowshoe and the lavvvo was warm and comfortable. Plus we had clear skies and saw the aurora!”

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14.Volcano Hike & Northern Lights Combo Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 8 reviews · 11 hours (approx.) · from $185

Start with a guided 2 to 4 hour hike across mossy lava fields near Fagradalsfjall, then see Kleifarvatn Lake, Reykjanes, and Seltún Hot Springs when time allows. After a break in Reykjavik, visit Aurora Reykjavik before a four-hour northern lights hunt. Guides such as Omar add useful help and good humor.

“Went on a tour on Nov 29, I wish I could remember who my tour guide and bus driver were (maybe Hindrik?) as they were amazing and knew so much stories about Iceland. The stories were so engaging and funny. While the volcano hike was a little strenuous, our guide made sure to check on us! Seeing the erupting volcano from afar was a story I tell everyone!”

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15.Snowy Forest Night Hike with Northern Lights

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 7 reviews · 3 hours · from $117

Join a guide for a three-hour snowshoe hike through Rovaniemi’s frosty forest. You’ll stop at a watchtower for a hot drink and locally baked cookies, then watch the sky for auroras. Guides speak English, Spanish, and French. The group is limited to nine, with pickup and drop-off included.

“Tuvimos una noche dura porque estábamos a -30 grados pero la noche nos regaló auroras boreales, es una gran experiencia el senderismo nocturno en la tundra.”

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