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Northern Lights Chase with Northern Norway Travel in Tromsø - Tromsø

Northern Lights Chase with Northern Norway Travel in Tromsø

Tromsøeasy

Difficulty

easy

Duration

5–7 hours

Fitness Level

Suitable for most fitness levels; some walking over uneven snow or terrain may be involved

Overview

Join Northern Norway Travel's Northern Lights Chase for an authentic Arctic adventure in Tromsø. Experience the thrill of witnessing the Aurora while enjoying local cuisine around a cozy campfire under the starry sky.

Bus Tour
City Tour
Food Tour
Northern Lights Tour
Tromsø, Troms

Aurora & Arctic: The Ultimate Polar Experience

5-7 hours • Ages 8+ • Small Groups (min 5 - max. 15 people)

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About This Adventure

Embark on an unforgettable Arctic adventure to chase the Northern Lights! Enjoy a cozy campfire experience with delicious local cuisine, captivating stories, and stunning landscapes. With expert guidance and eco-friendly practices, this 5-7 hour tour maximizes your chances of witnessing the aurora while creating lasting memories under the starry sky.

Join us in the Arctic to chase the magnificent Northern Lights.

Duration:

5-7 hours

Tour Summary:

Join us to chase the Northern Lights this winter! Tour starts in our shop with a brief Aurora lesson, tour forecasting and safety briefing. You will drive between 40 mins-2,5 hrs depending on the weather conditions for that night. Your guide will set up a Norwegian campfire with reindeer pelts somewhere close to nature, with low light pollution and in the place with the most favourable conditions to see the aurora that night. Your guide will host you under the Arctic sky and will capture your Arctic memories on camera. After a long night, you will be dropped off at your central hotel.

Eco-friendly tour With reusable mugs, wooden stirring sticks, plastic free food packaging and a fire pit, we make sure that the only footprints we leave behind are in the snow!

What's included:

  • Meet and greet at our shop with welcome refreshments
  • Tour and safety briefing
  • Transportation in a Mercedes Sprinter minibus
  • Professional driver
  • Trained and certified guide
  • Thermal suits - limited sizes available
  • Tripods - subject to availability
  • Campfire and storytelling
  • Hot drinks and snacks
  • A light meal from a local restaurant
  • An Arctic Portrait of you sent digitally 48hrs after the tour.

Please find all relevant information regarding your Arctic experience with us below:

The meeting point is our cozy Northern Norway Travel Shop at 18:00 (6:00pm) in the city centre: ground floor of Tromso Havn Prostneset (opposite Clarion The Edge), Samuel Arnesens Gate 5. Drop-off after the tour is included at any central hotel, which can be selected in your booking.

As we are in the Arctic please wear all your warmest clothes - layers are going to be key! We recommend using wool underlayers, wool socks, a good winter coat, warm boots, gloves/mittens and a hat. Thermal suits will be provided to wear on top.

Please bring:
Some water in a reusable bottle and your camera.

Things to Consider:

  • We require a minimum of 4 people to run this tour
  • The only guaranteed toilet break is at the beginning of the tour in Tromsø Prostneset
  • The tour may involve a short walk from the bus to where the campfire is made
  • We recommend wearing spikes in icy conditions
  • We only cancel if the weather conditions are dangerous
  • The Northern Lights are a natural phenomenon and we cannot guarantee that you will see them on the tour
  • We do not offer a discount on a second tour if you do not see the Aurora

Please contact us via phone on +47 413 66 111 if you cannot find us or if you have any questions.

We are looking forward to creating Arctic memories for you!

Your Northern Norway Travel team

Adventure Tips

Dress warmly with layered clothing

Temperatures can plummet; layering ensures you stay comfortable during extended outdoor waiting.

Bring a camera with manual settings

To capture the Northern Lights effectively, use manual mode with long exposures and a tripod.

Prepare for cold weather

Even with thermal gear, be ready for chilly temperatures, especially during late-night hours.

Be flexible with viewing expectations

Aurora activity can vary; patience and a little luck are key for a successful sighting.

Local Insights

Wildlife

  • Reindeer
  • Arctic fox

History

Tromsø has been a hub for Arctic exploration since the early 20th century, serving as a base for polar expeditions.

Conservation

Northern Norway Travel emphasizes eco-friendly practices to preserve this pristine Arctic environment while offering adventure experiences.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Recommended Gear

Insulated winter jacket

Essential

A warm, insulated jacket keeps you comfort-ably dry and protected from the cold wind.

winter specific

Thermal base layers

Essential

Layering thermal wear is key to staying warm during long outdoor periods.

winter specific

Warm gloves and hat

Essential

Keeping extremities warm is crucial when temperatures drop below freezing.

winter specific

Tripod and camera gear

Essential for capturing long-exposure shots of the aurora.

winter specific