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Northern lights over the Arctic landscape on a bus chase from Tromsø
Northern lights chase from Tromsø with expert guides
Northern lights over the Arctic landscape on a bus chase from Tromsø
Northern lights over the Arctic landscape on a bus chase from Tromsø
Northern lights

Northern Lights Chase by Bus

4.5

/5 (2140)

Best Value

Join us on an unforgettable Northern Lights chase, departing from the heart of Tromsø. Travel in comfort through beautiful Arctic landscapes as we search for clear skies and the magical Arctic lights. Along the way, enjoy warm drinks, storytelling from our experienced guides, and, when conditions allow, a cosy bonfire under the night sky.

schedule

Meetup Time

15:45

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Activity Level

Easy

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Duration

6 hours

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Group Size

10 - 55

Meeting point

Kaigata 2B, 9008 Tromsø

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What to expect

  • Departure from Tromsø city centre

    Meet at Kaigata 2B and board our comfortable bus. The guides share the evening's aurora forecast and the plan for the chase.

  • Chasing clear skies

    We drive through Arctic landscapes — fjords, frozen lakes and mountains — heading wherever the chances of clear skies are best.

  • Aurora stop with campfire

    At the chosen viewing spot, enjoy warm drinks, snacks and a cosy bonfire while watching the sky, far from the city lights.

  • Northern lights photography

    Our guides photograph the aurora and help you with your own camera settings. Photos can be purchased and downloaded after the tour.

  • Return to Tromsø

    After roughly 6 hours we head back to the city centre, hopefully with the northern lights in your memory card.

Info

Description

Join us on an unforgettable northern lights chase departing from the heart of Tromsø — our best value aurora tour. Travel in comfort through beautiful Arctic landscapes as we search for clear skies and the magical northern lights.

Our expert guides follow the latest aurora and weather forecasts every evening and take you to the locations with the best chance of a sighting, far away from the city lights. Along the way you'll hear stories about the science and the myths behind the aurora.

At the viewing spot we light a cosy campfire when conditions allow, and serve warm drinks and light snacks under the Arctic night sky. Our guides are also skilled photographers — they capture stunning images of the northern lights, available for purchase and download after the tour.

Good to know

  • Meeting point: Kaigata 2B, 9008 Tromsø. Please arrive 15 minutes before departure.
  • Duration: approx. 6 hours.
  • Activity level: easy — suitable for most ages.
  • What to wear: dress warmly in layers; winter shoes, hat and gloves are recommended.

Cancellation policy

  • More than 24 hours before departure: free cancellation.
  • 24 hours or less before departure / no show: no refund.

See our General Terms and Conditions for more information.

Packing

What's included

Included

  • Certified driver and experienced northern lights guides
  • Warm drinks and light snacks
  • Cosy campfire experience (when conditions allow)
  • Storytelling about the science and myths of the aurora
  • Comfortable bus departing from central Tromsø

Excluded

  • Thermal suits
  • Northern lights photos (available for purchase & download after the tour)
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off

Additional notes

Rates for this tour can fluctuate from the displayed price. Live prices are always shown in the booking calendar.

Weather

Forecast the next days

Tomorrow

13°

Sunday

14°

Monday

12°

Tuesday

11°

Wednesday

9°

Thursday

12°

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