Chasing the Northern Lights: An Unforgettable Safari Experience in Alta, Norway

Duration: 5 hours

The Northern Lights have captivated and mystified humanity for thousands of years. Join our knowledgeable guide as he shares fascinating insights about the Aurora Borealis and the experience of living at 69 degrees north.

Tour details

• Duration: 4-5 hours, depending on how far we need to travel to find the Northern Lights. Our primary goal is to give you an unforgettable experience by witnessing this natural wonder. • Route: The evening’s destination will depend on local weather conditions. We may journey to the mountains, the coast, or even deep into the forest—this decision is made on the evening of the tour. We can travel up to 200 km in total to find clear skies and possibly the Northern Lights. • Photography: Our guide is an experienced photographer and will assist you in capturing the best photos.

What's included?

• Pick-up and drop-off • Warm drinks • Warm soup with bread • Snacks (cookies) • Camera assistance • A portrait photo sent to your email (one per person) • Free rental of warm clothing, shoes, and camera tripods (if needed)

Important Information: • We will try our best to find the Northern Lights, but we cannot guarantee a sighting due to weather dependency. • We reserve the right to cancel the trip if weather conditions become extremely challenging. • The bus seats 8 passengers, so you may be joined by fellow travelers from different countries. The guide speaks English. • We recommend wearing your own warm winter clothing and shoes, preferably with wool layers close to the body. If you need more clothes, you can borrow the rest from us.

Private Tour Option: • If you prefer a more personal experience, you can book a private tour, ensuring you and your group have the bus all to yourselves.

Additional information

The city of Alta, situated at 70 degrees North and over 400 km north of the Arctic Circle, is renowned for its stable climate and long, snowy winters. These conditions make Alta an ideal location for Northern Lights viewing, from early autumn until the end of winter. Known as the "City of the Northern Lights," Alta was the first city to establish a Northern Lights observatory for scientific research. With a population of 21,000, Alta offers ample space with minimal light pollution, making it easy to find dark, secluded spots perfect for observing the Aurora Borealis. Winter temperatures in Alta average around -10°C (14°F). The landscape is diverse, featuring dense forests, towering mountains, and a stunning coastline, providing a picturesque backdrop for your Northern Lights adventure.

Important to Know

You are visiting the Arctic and you will be exposed to cold temperatures. Please wear weather suitable clothing such as thermo underwear, winter boots, winter jacket, hat, etc. Please indicate in the final booking step whether you need to borrow winter clothing from us.

Meeting Point

If not agreed otherwise, will pick you up at the old entrance of the Scandic Alta Hotel. Please provide the address of the accommodation you are staying in during the final booking step as we might be able to pick you up at your accommodation directly.