For skiers it's often a good idea to stay off the marked trails to avoid the snowmobile-plague. Unlike the rest of Norway, snowmobiling is common in Finnmark, and skiing is not so common. But even if the locals think skiers are crazy, you will undoubtly find beautiful skiing experiences in Finnmark. Telemark down the birchwoods of Mt Raipas, Alta. Snowmobile An option for the lazy is to do as the locals themselves and rent a snowmobile.
Snowmobile rental is available at all major villages.
You can then go where you want as long as you follow marked routes. You don't want your mobile to stop in the middle of the wilderness. So if you are inexperienced you might want to join an organized snowmobile-tour. These tours are organized during the winter from major sites such as Alta, Karasjok, Honningsv g and Kirkenes. Sled-Dog tours is an equally beautiful and much more exciting way to experience Finnmark.