Guided ski and splitboard tours · Tromsø
Adventure without the extreme
Discover the Arctic backcountry the way it’s meant to be — breathtaking views, long flowing descents and untouched powder. We know it as pudder.
Our local guides lead you into wild landscapes where every turn is about freedom, not risk. We don’t chase the steepest lines, we chase the best ones. Safe routes, unforgettable scenery, and skiing that leaves you smiling all the way down to the fjord.
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Two ways to join us
Same guides, same price, same mountains. The difference is where you’re starting from.
New to touring
Intro backcountry touring
Your first day on skins, in a safe setting. Learn the basic skills to plan and travel in the winter mountains of Norway — on skis or splitboard.
You’ll learn
- Technique for going up and skiing down
- Avalanche safety basics
- Touring tips and tricks from your guide
- How to enjoy Norwegian nature sustainably
Content and difficulty are adapted to the conditions and to you.
Already touring
Guided tours
You know how to tour, and you want someone who knows where the good snow is today. We read the conditions and pick the line to match.
Each tour focuses on
- Finding the best snow, not the steepest line
- Summit-to-sea descents in the Tromsø area
- Experiencing Norwegian nature safely and sustainably
- Touring tips and tricks from your guide
We adapt each day to the weather, the snow, and what feels right for you.
Rather learn than be guided?
Our two-day backcountry touring and avalanche safety course is certified, taught in English, and gives you the skills to plan and run tours on your own. Same guides, same mountains, you just come home able to do it yourself.
Overview
DurationHalf day 3–5 h · Full day 5–9 h
ParticipantsUp to 6 persons
Ages9 years and up
LocationTromsø area, within 30 min drive
GuidePrivate, certified, local
LanguagesEnglish · German · Norwegian
Requirements
You should be able to ski or snowboard on groomed slopes. No previous backcountry touring experience is required for either tour.
Practical
You’ll need your own car and your own ski touring equipment, including avalanche safety gear. See our backcountry touring pack list for everything to bring.
Rates
Prices are for the whole group, not per person. The same rates apply to both tour types.
| Guests per group | Full day | Half day |
|---|---|---|
| 1–2 | 6 500 NOK | 6 000 NOK |
| 3–4 | 7 000 NOK | 6 500 NOK |
| 5–6 | 8 500 NOK | 7 500 NOK |
Included
- Private certified local guide
- Tromsø area within 30 minutes’ drive of the city
- Mountain-to-sea descents
Not included
- Ski and avalanche equipment
- Transport — you need your own car
- Personal and cancellation insurance
10 % off rental gear
Rent touring and avalanche gear from Tromsø Outdoor and receive a 10% discount when booking online.
Book a tour
Check availability and book through LetsReg. Not sure which tour suits you, or want a date that isn’t listed? Send us a message with your group size and experience level.
Terms
Risk and liability
We’ll keep you as safe as possible, but participation in backcountry activities is at your own risk. Off-piste skiing is a high-risk activity and, no matter the level of expertise, it can never be completely without risk.
Your safety and well-being are our highest priority. We only work with certified and approved instructors and ski guides who have extensive local knowledge of the mountains. We follow HSE routines certified by Norsk Fjellsportforum to minimise risk and help prevent accidents.
Please note that Tromsø Powder Guides and our instructors cannot assume financial responsibility for accidents that may occur during courses, guided trips or other organised activities.
Cancellation policy
- More than 42 days before departure: full refund
- 42 to 29 days before: 50 % refund
- 28 days or less: no refund, full trip cost charged
Cancellations must be made in writing. The date we receive your message determines which tier applies.
If we cancel: if we must cancel due to weather, avalanche conditions or other safety concerns, we will offer an alternative date or a full refund. Guides may also alter or shorten a trip in the field if conditions require it; this does not entitle guests to a refund.
Insurance
Mountain rescue in Norway is free for everyone, but we require that all guests have insurance covering medical costs related to skiing or climbing in alpine terrain.
We also recommend checking that your policy includes cancellation cover, so you’re protected if you need to cancel without being entitled to a refund.