Located on the historic Pæska Slate Mountain, just 20 minutes from Alta city centre, Camp Pæska offers an authentic Arctic setting away from light pollution—an ideal place to experience the Northern Lights while enjoying spectacular views across the surrounding landscape. With multiple spacious outdoor viewing areas, you will have plenty of room to enjoy the night sky, take photographs, and experience the Aurora.
The Northern Lights are one of nature’s greatest wonders, but Lady Aurora follows no schedule. At Camp Pæska, the waiting becomes part of the experience.
Relax in our heated slate cabins, the panorama cabin or the slate workshop with warm drinks and sweet refreshments while keeping watch on the night sky. Gather inside our Sámi Lavvu and get comfortable around the warmth of a crackling bonfire.
Join your hosts for an intriguing and informative presentation of the myths & stories, history & science of the Northern Lights. Through almost a century of pioneering Northern Lights research, Alta is proudly known as The City of Northern Lights.
Discover another important part of Alta’s history by visiting our slate museum, where you’ll learn about the region’s unique slate heritage and how generations of local families shaped both the mountain and the community. In our workshop, you can also watch a short film following the journey of Alta slate—from the mountainside to finished craftsmanship.
Whether the Northern Lights dance overhead or remain hidden, Camp Pæska offers a genuine Arctic evening filled with history, culture, hospitality, and unique surroundings.
You will also have access to heated restroom facilities, ensuring a comfortable experience throughout the evening.
With several indoor facilities, heated restrooms, and multiple spacious outdoor viewing areas, Camp Pæska comfortably accommodates both small and big groups.
Extra add-ons on request
- Sami & Reindeer – Storytelling and reindeer feeding
- Sausage grilling inside a grilling hut
- Gløgg/Glühwein – With and without alcohol
- A taste of snowshoeing – With a guide
- Sledding – Depends on amount of snow
Welcome to Camp Pæska
Contact us to customize your visit.