A brilliant, long day trip from mountain to fjord, where we start at lake Jotkavann on the Finnmarksvidda mountain plateau and bike all the way down to Glød HQ in the Alta Valley.
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.
Finnmark is renowned for good fishing lakes and rivers. We can’t claim to know all of them but, since we are passionate about fishing, we know many. Few nature-based experiences are as rewarding as fishing trips.
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.
🍔 Friday & Saturday at Glød Pub Nights | 17:00–22:00
Looking for a relaxed evening in Alta this weekend?
Join us at Glød Café this Friday and Saturday from 17:00–22:00, where Chef Simo will be serving his legendary handcrafted elg burgers, with freshly made waffles for dessert. Pair it with a local drinks, a hot coffee, and settle in for a cozy Arctic evening.
⚽ Saturday: Make an evening of it and stop by before the big Norway football match! While we won’t be showing the game (kick-off is at 23:00), it’s the perfect place to fuel up and get into the match-day spirit before cheering on Norway.
🍔 Chef Simo’s burgers 🧇 Fresh waffles ☕ Hot drinks & cold beverages 📍 Glød Explorer, Alta 🕔 Friday & Saturday | 17:00–22:00
Bring your friends, your family—or simply your appetite. We look forward to welcoming you!
This summer, we’ve had the pleasure of welcoming guests from around the world to experience our Arctic Living Active Holiday.
Together we’ve hiked beneath the Midnight Sun with our huskies, paddled the Alta River, explored local trails by e-MTB, gathered around the campfire, shared meals, and created memories that are hard to put into words.
That’s what Arctic Living is all about.
Not rushing from one activity to the next, but slowing down, connecting with nature, and sharing unforgettable moments with good people.
If you’re looking for an active summer holiday in Northern Norway, we’d love to welcome you to Alta.
Midnight Sun, huskies, and summer nights in Alta. 😎
The other week we welcomed our first big summer group for a week of adventures finishing with a hike with our huskies under the Midnight Sun — one of those evenings that reminds us why summer in Northern Norway feels so special.
Long light. Happy dogs. Open landscapes. Good people moving together at an easy pace.
Our Arctic Living Active Holiday is built around moments like this: hiking with huskies, canoeing on the Alta River, e-MTB adventures, wild swimming, campfire cooking, local food, and nights in our Aurora Canvas Domes.
A summer package for those who want to experience Alta outdoors — active, relaxed, and close to nature. This is Arctic Living in summer. 🤍
Summer in Northern Norway is never quite predictable. 🌞
Some days bring mist, wind and rain. Others give us evenings like this—where the Midnight Sun paints the landscape in gold and you forget what time it is.
It’s one of the reasons we love what we do.
When the conditions are just right, there’s nowhere we’d rather be than out with our guests, chasing the evening light by mountain bike, hiking with our huskies, or paddling quietly along by kayak.
Around here, you learn not to chase perfect weather.
You simply head outside—and enjoy the moments when nature puts on a show.
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