Embark on a captivating winter journey through the snow-covered forests of Alta, where the allure of outdoor life in Finnmark beckons. As you step onto the trail leading to the frozen wonder of Orvvosfossen waterfall, prepare to be enchanted by the unique natural marvels that encompass you. The path winds through a serene winter landscape, with snow-covered trees offering glimpses of the untouched beauty within this snowy realm. Following this trail for approximately 2 km, you'll find yourself standing before the majestic frozen Orvvosfossen waterfall. Its crystalline cascade is a mesmerizing spectacle, where water has turned to ice, harmonizing with the tranquil winter surroundings. So, fasten your snowshoes, inhale the crisp winter air, and let the captivating wilderness of Alta guide your path as you delve into this frozen wonder. Your adventure begins with a 30-minute drive to our historical Gargia Lodge. From the lodge, we'll set off into the Gargia forest. Along the 2 km trail, breathe in the invigorating winter air and perhaps catch glimpses of wildlife. After about 1.5 hours, we'll arrive at the frozen waterfall—a magnificent sight where water has transformed into an exquisite frozen sculpture. On the riverbank, take a short break and savor coffee, tea, and snacks. The tour is 2km each way and it take about 1,5 hours to reach the waterfall.
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94% satisfaction across recent stays, based on verified GuestRevu reviews imported automatically from GetYourGuide, Tripadvisor, and Google.
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The food was nice and had different dietary options upon request and they were quite accommodating. We also had their two course dinner which was about 100 gbp with dessert and alcohol for the two of us and the vegetarian food was so nice. It was very easy to book activities which you could do it on...
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Germany
Great place, we come back again
Emplacement et confort
Habitación + desayuno + personal excelente
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France
We stayed 4 nights at Gargia Lodge, and everything was absolutely perfect from start to finish. The lodge is incredibly calm and quiet, surrounded by breathtaking nature that makes you feel completely disconnected from the outside world. It is, without a doubt, one of the best places near Alta to ob...
My daughter and I did the dog sledding tour and it was absolutely amazing! I highly recommendend it and the whole team is very friendly. Last but not least: the dogs are so wonderful and full of power. Thanks a lot for a great experience!
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Die Lage der Gargia Loge ist außergewöhnlich schön. Das Personal ist super freundlich. Das Essen hat sehr gut geschmeckt. Die Touren der Loge haben sehr viel Spaß gemacht.
A calm place away from the city.
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