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DISCOVER AUTHENTIC WILDERNESS

Experience the adventure of a lifetime in the Arctic wilderness. Our cozy and comfortable lodge offers a range of outdoor activities including snowmobiling, and snowshoeing. Immerse yourself in nature and discover the magic of the Arctic with us

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Experience the adventure of a lifetime in the Arctic wilderness. Located approximately 30min outside of Alta, surrounded by breathtaking nature, lies Gargia Lodge. Experience traditional mountain lodge accommodation, the ideal base for your adventure on Finnmarksvidda.
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Traditional ACCOMMODATION

Located at the foot of Finnmarksvidda, Northern Europe's largest mountain plateau, Gargia Lodge is the ideal base for your next adventure trip. The ideal starting point for ski trips in the winter and hiking trips in the summer.
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SCandinavian Sauna CUlture

Warm up after a long day out in nature in our traditional Sauna. The Sauna can be rented by all guests.
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Arctic Adventures

At Gargia Lodge we offer a variety of adventurous trips that start right at our lodge. Snowmobiling, Snowshoeing, Dog Sledding and Northern Light Trips.
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Culinary Delights

Indulge in the authentic flavors of Norway at our charming restaurant, where every visit promises a culinary journey through the heart of Norwegian cuisine. We offer both breakfast buffet (included in all rates) and dinner. You can also prepare a takeaway lunch for your trips.
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Meetings & Events

We have meeting rooms with modern equipment for seminars, training workshops, conferences and meetings for up to 50 participants. Combine your meeting with the serenity of Gargia Valley, and add activities, accommodation or food for an unforgettable experience

Contact

Phone: +47 78 43 33 51
E-Mail: booking@gargialodge.no

Details

Check-In: 15:00
Check-Out: 12:00

Opening Times

Reception

Monday - Sunday: 6:00 - 20:00

Breakfast Times

Monday - Friday: 07:00 - 09:00
Saturday - Sunday: 08:00 - 10:00

Directions

Gargia Lodge
Gargiaveien 96, 9518 Alta
By Car
Follow Gargiaveien from it's intersection with E45. Gargia Lodge is located at the end.
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By Flight
Snelandia line 211, 212 or 213. Get off at "Gargia (Alta)"
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Taxi
Alta Taxi can be ordered online or by calling +47 78435353

Arctic Dome

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A unique accommodation with a view over the yard, river and mountains. The Arctic Dome is equipped with a King Size bed and its own fireplace. An arctic dome is basically a heated big tent. Located besides the Lodge it connects you closer to nature than any of our regular rooms. The room includes: • Twin size bed • fireplace • electric heating • seating area • coffee & tea • big bathroom located inside the lodge (30m from dome)

Standard Twin HC

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A mountain lodge style room equipped with twin beds. The twin rooms are located in our guest house and overlook the yard and the forest. The room includes: • Accessible room and bathroom • Twin size beds • coffee & tea • private bathroom • free breakfast

Superior Chalet

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The Superior Chalet is a spacious and beautifully appointed accommodation option, featuring 2 twin beds with cozy linens, wooden furniture, and charming rustic accents throughout the space that blend seamlessly with the natural surroundings. The room includes: • Twin size beds • coffee & tea • private bathroom • free breakfast

Standard Twin

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A mountain lodge style room equipped with twin beds. The twin rooms are located in our guest house and overlook the yard and the forest. The room includes: • Twin size beds • coffee & tea • private bathroom • breakfast included

Studio

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The ideal room for day adventurers. This mountain lodge style room sleeps up to three guests. Our Studios are a spacious and beautifully appointed accommodation option, featuring wooden furniture, and charming rustic accents throughout the space that blend seamlessly with the natural surroundings. The room includes: • Twin size beds • coffee & tea • private bathroom • own kitchenette • free breakfast

Family Studio

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Take your entire family with you! This mountain lodge style room sleeps up to four guests. The Family Studio is our most spacious accommodation option, featuring wooden furniture, and charming rustic accents throughout the space that blend seamlessly with the natural surroundings. The room includes: • Twin size beds • coffee & tea • private bathroom • own kitchenette • free breakfast

One-Bedroom Chalet

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The Cabin is a quaint and charming accommodation option located, featuring two comfortable twin beds and rustic furnishings that exude a cozy, homely atmosphere, perfect for those seeking a simple yet comfortable stay surrounded by the beauty of nature. The room includes: • twin beds • coffee & tea • private bathroom • free breakfast

Small Standard Room

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A mountain lodge style room equipped with twin beds. The twin rooms are located in our guest house and overlook the yard and the forest.The room includes: ‍ • Twin size beds • coffee & tea • private bathroom • breakfast included
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Breakfast INCLUDED

Start your day on a delightful note with our breakfast buffet. Savor an array of mouthwatering dishes, from freshly baked pastries to wholesome fruits, prepared to satisfy your taste buds and set the perfect tone for a memorable day ahead.

Breakfast Times

Monday - Friday: 07:00 - 09:00
Saturday - Sunday: 08:00 - 10:00

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Wellness

Escape the daily hustle and allow us to pamper you with a serene sauna experience at our hotel. Unwind after a long day in our sauna with mountain view. In the winter you might be able to spot a glipse of the magical aurora borealis right from inside the sauna.
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Activities

Make the most out of your trip and experience the Arctic like never before. We offer several winter activities like snowmobiling, snowshoeing and Northern Lights safaris directly from our lodge.
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Other FEATURES

Self Check-In Available
Free Wifi
Free Breakfast
Mountain View
Non-Smoking
Animal friendly rooms available for a surcharge
Restaurant

Gargia RESTAURANT

Indulge in the authentic flavors of Norway at our charming restaurant, where every visit promises a culinary journey through the heart of Norwegian cuisine.

Our menu is seasonal, ensuring that ingredients are used when they are at their peak.
Outdoors

ACTIVITIES

Prepare to embark on an extraordinary journey into the rugged and unspoiled Arctic wilderness of Finnmark that will leave you speechless.
Wellness

RIVER Sauna

Get a taste of the arctic lifestyle and experience scandinavian sauna traditions. Our sauna is located next to a river and fairytale winter forest.
Activities

Teambuilding

Building a good and strong bond together with your colleges can help solving work tasks easier.
Meetings

MEETINGS

No matter if you are interested in more adventurous meetings or the classic indoor meeting, we got you covered.
#OurHistory

Explore our history

Gargia Lodge is looking back on 3 centuries as accommodation provider. A history that makes us proud and we want to continue. Gargia's history dates back to the 18th century with the establishment of a postal route in Finnmark, then the northernmost part of the Danish Kingdom.

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1798

The first Post Route

The first land based postal system is established in Finnmark under the rule of the danish kingdom. The postal route connects Torneå-Karesuando-Lepåpäjärvi-Kautokeino-Gargia-Alta​. A designated postmen and 2 helpers are tasked to deliver mail in the harsh weather conditions.

1845

Lodges as shelter

Jotka, Mollisjok, Gargia, & Ravnastua mountain lodges are established as central waypoints and shelters along the postal route.​ The post workers crossed Finnmarksvidda in 30km increments – resting in the mountain lodges located along the way. Many of these lodges are still in place today, including Gargia Lodge.

1950

Rebuilding

The original Gargia Lodge was rebuilt in the 1950s after the war, and remained under state ownership until the 1970s.

1970

A place for everyone

Since the 1970s Gargia Lodge has been family run and opened its doors for everybody to enjoy the beautiful nature at the foot of Finnmarksvidda

2021

Gargia joins Æventyr

In 2021 Gargia Lodge joined the Æventyr family – we are proud to continue Gargias long heritage, offering warm beds, local cuisine and exciting adventures.

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