Embark on a mesmerizing journey through the enchanting forests of Alta, where the allure of outdoor life in Finnmark awaits. As you set foot on the trail leading to Orvvosfossen, be prepared to be captivated by the natural wonders that surround you. The trail meanders through a rich tapestry of trees, offering a glimpse of the untouched beauty of this forested realm. Following this path for approximately 2 km, you will find yourself standing before the magnificent Orvvosfossen waterfall. Its powerful cascades create a mesmerizing spectacle, as water flows gracefully over rugged rocks, harmonizing with the surrounding nature. Alta's outdoor life is a fusion of traditional practices and contemporary pursuits. Locals in Finnmark have long embraced the bounties of nature, engaging in activities such as hunting, fishing, and berry and mushroom picking. In recent years, the allure of activity-oriented outdoor life has grown, becoming an integral part of everyday existence. So lace up your hiking boots, breathe in the crisp forest air, and let the midnight sun guide your footsteps as you explore the captivating wilderness of Alta. You will start your adventure with a 30 min drive up to our historical Gargia Lodge. From the lodge we will embark on an adventure into the Gargia forrest. Along the 2km long trail you will get to breath in the crisp forrest air and maybe experience wildlife also. After around 1,5 hour we will reach the waterfall, a magnificent conductor, orchestrating its dance over the ancient rocks. On the riverbank we will enjoy a short rest with coffee, tea and snacks.
Alta Cruise Harbor
Havneveien 24, 9515 Alta
Gargia Lodge
Gargiaveien 96, 9518 Alta
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Hike to a Hidden Forest Waterfall!

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97% satisfaction across recent stays, based on verified GuestRevu reviews imported automatically from GetYourGuide, Tripadvisor, and Google.
We were very lucky as our group consisted of us and one other couple. Our guide Marion was excellent and we were able to go off on one of the tracks. We were lucky to have a clear night and were able to see the lights and choose when to stop and watch.
the guide rose was amazing, her knowledge and understanding of the area and environment made our day so special she looked after us extremely well could not highly recommend enough
Es war spektakulär und unvergesslich! Wir wurden direkt am Kreuzfahrtterminal abgeholt und zur Winter Lodge gebracht. Dort wurden wir mit super warmen Boots, Anzügen (am besten eine kurze Jacke tragen!), Socken, Handschuhen, Tüchern und Helmen ausgestattet. So war uns auch bei -15 Grad mehr als warm...
Aeventyr Northern Lights – excellent guide, fun experience, great 4WD vehicle (very important given the weather conditions), clear and well-organized initial briefing — everything was very good. Excellent customer service and immediate refund of the price difference when we decided to switch from th...
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TOP - Highly recommended: The tour was well prepared by the guide Marion – you can tell that she loves the contact with the tourists. Adjusts the movement speed of the group. Fantastic explanations about nature and the environment.
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Perfect experience all round! We were lucky enough to have amazing conditions to view the Northern lights during our trip and Vicky was a brilliant guide. We have some wonderful memories and photos to look back on. Would highly recommend.
It was such a great experience to be able to drive a dog sled yourself. We've been told exactly what to do. The guides were totally nice and the dogs were great. It was one of the best experiences in my life and I would book it again and again.
Sehr spannend und durchaus anspruchsvoll- nichts für zarte Nerven. Es ist ein echtes Event, das auch Kondition voraussetzt. Der Weg geht durch den Wald und es sind viele Kurven. Der Fahrer hat also wirklich etwas zu tun. Trotz allem ist es ein besonderes Erlebnis! Der Guide war sehr aufmerksam und h...
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