Experience the awe-inspiring Northern Lights on this 6/6.5-hour, guided tour from Tromsø!
Experience the awe-inspiring Northern Lights on this 6/6.5-hour, guided tour from Tromsø! Welcoming Arctic explorers of all ages.
Located within the Arctic Circle, the Norwegian city of Tromsø is famed for its stunning natural landscapes and rich cultural heritage. Situated in northern Norway, Tromsø is also an economic and cultural hub of the region. In addition, it is one of the best places in the world to view the breathtaking Northern Lights. A guided Northern Lights tour in Tromsø is an experience not to be missed!
Your Northern Lights tour in Tromsø begins at the meeting point near the Troll Museum. There, you and your group (a maximum of 40 participants) will be greeted by your experienced and friendly guide. After boarding the comfortable and heated bus, you'll receive a safety and itinerary briefing before departing on the hunt for the wondrous Aurora Borealis outside of the city. Since Tromsø is located with the 'Aurora Oval', your chances of witnessing the Northern Lights are much higher, even when the activity is low. For the best places to view the Aurora Borealis, your guide relies on their expertise knowledge and weather forecasts, co-ordinating with the driver to calculate the best route for the evening tour.
Throughout your Northern Lights tour in Tromsø, you'll make several stops to wonder at the marvel of the vibrant colours. Your guide will take photos of you and your group (made available via a link after the excursion). Also, they are happy to help with any photography tips and camera settings to capture this magnificent light show! You'll learn fascinating facts and history about the Northern Lights as well. As an added bonus, you'll be treated to a hot drink and cookies in the middle of the Arctic wilderness as you gaze up at the night sky and savour the silence. At the end of this enchanting excursion, you'll return to the original departure point in Tromsø with lifelong memories!
For an unforgettable adventure in Norway, don't miss this Northern Lights tour in Tromsø!
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Practical information
- Arrive at the meeting point in Tromsø (please arrive at least 15 minutes in advance)
- Meet your experienced guide
- Safety and itinerary briefing
- Board the heated bus
- The adventure begins!
- Hunt for the Northern Lights outside of Tromsø
- Learn fascinating facts about this natural phenomenon
- Several photo stops
- Hot drink and cookie break
- Return to the original departure point in Tromsø
Please arrive at least 15 minutes before the departure time.
The meeting point is across from the Troll Museum at City Harbor Pier 8, please look for a bus marked 'Arctic Service Guide'.
Since the Northern Lights are an unpredictable natural phenomenon, their presence is never guaranteed.
Please note that this tour can run from 6 to 6.5 hours.
- Guide
- Transportation
- Hot drink
- Cookies
- Photos
- Hotel transfers
- Warm layers of clothing
- Winter coat
- Warm boots
- Wool socks
- Hat
- Scarf
- Glove or mittens
- Camera
- Water
- Snacks