Mathisdalen Sleigh Ride: Family Farm Adventure

Embark on a magical sleigh ride through the snow-clad mountains of Mathisdalen and experience the Arctic farm life. Indulge in a delicious tapas meal in a traditional Sami tent. Perfect for a family excursion!

Duration: 2 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Mathisdalen 301 - Experience the warmth of our family-run farm in the Arctic, where three generations work together.
    Enjoy a 30-40 minute sleigh ride through stunning landscapes, cozy under warm blankets. The sleigh is pulled by Norwegian fjord horses. With a bit of luck, you might witness the Aurora Borealis. Upon returning to our family farm,…
What's Included
  • Private transportation
  • Snacks
  • Tea and coffee
Additional Information

An ideal family outing awaits!
Discover the tranquility and beauty of snow-covered mountains in the Mathisdalen valley and become part of the Omdal farm family. The sleigh is pulled by the same horse breed featured in the Disney movie “Frozen.” The sheep you encounter enjoy the freedom of being outdoors all year round, and during the summer, they share…

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Linda_g
Mar 23, 2026
Sleigh ride/Experience Arctic Farm Life - This was a lovely private visit with a family in Alta. It included transportation to the farm. While there we were given a beautiful sleigh ride around their farm. They provided warm blankets. After we were taken into a wood fire heated tent and were served fresh meats, cinnamon buns and coffee and tea. The buns were amazing. We then had a chance to visit the barn to see more horses and sheep. The women running the experience were very friendly and we felt very comfortable and welcomed. At the end we were transported back to our ship by Marit and she gave us some history of the town and saw some beautiful scenery. I would highly recommend this excursion if you would like an intimate and relaxing experience.
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Vicki_s
Mar 14, 2026
This family run farm was... - This family run farm was so beautiful and so were our hosts. Sleighride thru the property in the snow was fabulous. We were treated to coffee and a snack after the ride and got to meet some of the sheep and hear a bit about what it's like to run a farm and live in the Arctic.
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Nick_w
Apr 20, 2025
Magical horse sleigh trip - We were collected near our cruise ship with another couple. Driven by one of the daughters to their family farm. The 4 of us got in a wooden horse drawn sleigh. The other daughter took us for a lovely ride through the snow, around their farm. We then went in a Sami style tent for a tapas meal. The food was great, salmon, reindeer, cheese, cloudberry chutney etc. Then we went to see the horses and sheep. They love to be stroked. Through the whole trip we heard about local life, which was interesting. We were then driven back to the port. This is a fantastic trip that we didn’t want to end. The family are lovely and welcoming. They only take small groups, just the 4 of us that day, which was great. Our favourite trip of the holiday.
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Alan_r
Apr 1, 2025
Great sleigh ride - Excellent trip. Highly recommended. Lovely family who gave us a great insight into life in Alta on the farm. Animals were lovely and well cared for. Food was amazing and served in the Sami tent.
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Judith
Mar 19, 2025
Petfect pony sledge afternoon to remember. - Fantastic experience, personal touch and informative of Norwegian life. Viggo, Anniken and the family was very friendly. The pony sledge ride, the traditional lavvu, log burner and locally sourced food were a welcome warm touch thankyou for a very memorable afternoon.
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Nicholas_b
Feb 20, 2025
Amazing!! - Our first trip for our first full day in all tar. Fantastic hosts in a fantastic landscape this trip is ideal for families who wish to experience Norway. The drive out to the farm was incredibly insightful and we got to see beautiful landscapes Fields and some lost reindeer. The slave ride was incredibly peaceful and relaxing and we had wonderful photos with beautiful horses. It was great to go around the farm and in the barn to see the sheep and the other animals as well as their barn cat. I hosts put on a fantastic lunch made up of local foods have lovely drunks in front of a lovely hot fire. It was exciting to hear about the wildlife around and the industry of farming knowing that links and Eagles are around us on the mountain Side. This trip is ideal for young families who wish to experience norway living and meet wonderful people as well as taste wonderful food.
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Sasha_f
Nov 25, 2024
Unforgettable experience - From the moment we arrived we felt welcomed and met the horses that would be pulling our wagon, they were very friendly and gorgeous! We got into the wagon and had blankets to sit on and to put over your lap, we set off and had a lovely ride around the woods, it was just getting dark and the colours in the sky were great. We got back to the farm and went into the tent, which had an open fire and was lovely and warm. We were given a plate of different foods to try and had water, tea and coffee. We then went into the barn to meet the other horses and some naughty shetlands! We also met the sheep and a lovely cat! The minibus picks you up from the ship and drops you back again. It’s a great experience, one I won’t forget and I would definitely recommend.
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Alison_u
Nov 8, 2024
Fantastic authentic Norwegian experience 👏 - Excellent pick up and journey from the port, to Viggo's family farm. Really relaxing experience, beautiful scenery, comfortable carriage ride, very tasty food and wonderful company talking with Annika and Viggo about their family life on the farm. It was a small group of 7 people so it was personal and friendly. Loved meeting the animals and talking with the family. After 2.5hrs Viggo drove us back to the port, even took a longer route to share some local history and sing us a Norwegian song. Fantastic insight into Norwegian life with such a nice welcoming family. Would recommended this experience to everyone. Thanks Viggo and Annika for an unforgettable memory x
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Tracey_s
Nov 8, 2024
Something we will never forget - Shame not snowy enough for sleigh but little cart and fellow guests made it fun fantastic experience food was amazing as were the people and animals something we will never forget
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Carol_s
Aug 20, 2024
Farm to table experience prefect! - Wonderful farm to table experience. Beautiful views and gregarious host. Information was informative and time and length of excursion prefect.
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From $194
up to 12 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).