Private Tours

Tromso: Northern Lights Chase Tour

Duration

4 hrs - 6 hrs

Free cancellation

Free cancellation up to 3 days before the start of your experience

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Guided tour

Pickup available

Meals included

Indulge in a sumptuous meal as a part of your experience

Chase the aurora with seasoned local guides who read weather and sky conditions, giving you a strong chance to find clear, dark spots for sightings.

Set off into the Arctic night with warm drinks and snacks, then gear up in provided thermal clothing and boots so you can stay outside comfortably.

Follow guides as they move between viewing spots in search of the best skies, with thermal gear and hot refreshments helping you stay focused on the lights.

Learn about the Northern Lights from your guide, get help composing your shots, and enjoy the quiet of the Arctic while you wait for the sky to glow.

Enhance your night with campfire stops, professional photography or assistance, and varied group sizes so you can pick the style of tour that suits you best.

Choose a bus tour for a comfortable shared chase or a small-group tour for a more personal Northern Lights experience.

Guided Northern Lights chase tour

Small group tour (as per option selected)

Big bus tour (as per option selected)

Expert local guides

Professional photography or assistance (as per option selected)

Hot drinks and snacks

Thermal gear

Campfire (weather dependent)

You can cancel these tickets up to 3 days before the experience begins and get a full refund.

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What our guests say
David A
Couple
Verified booking
Apr 2026
We went to a beautiful location, extremely well organised, Margot, our guide was amazing, seating, campfire, hot chocolate and hotdogs by the fire, even a heated tent for a loo was great for the girls. Never to be forgotten. First Class tour. Whilst seeing the lights cannot be guaranteed the arrangements, location and guide were superb. Bonus, we saw an amazing display of lights which continued for 2 - 3 hours and then safely delivered back to our accomodation by the guide and her great driver, Gregor who also worked hard to set up and clear camp in double quick time at the end of the evening, to get us all on our way back to Tromso.
Adriana S
Group
Verified booking
Apr 2026
Everything was perfect—I loved every second of it
Giulia R
Group
Verified booking
Mar 2026
The guide fully took care of us! She was knowledgeable and pleasant, comfortable minivan and of course beautiful Northern Lights!
Grant D
Couple
Verified booking
Dec 2025
Friendly driver who grew up in Tromso. He was able to answer lots of questions of the area.
Wu D
Couple
Verified booking
Dec 2025
The overall experience was fantastic. Although the bus leader’s English wasn’t completely fluent, it never caused any communication issues. He was dedicated throughout the whole trip—sharing local culture and stories, explaining how to photograph the aurora with a camera, and making sure we didn’t get bored or sleepy during the long drive. We stopped at three different locations. At the largest one, the leader served us hot cocoa and actively searched for signs of the aurora for the group. I was incredibly lucky to witness beautiful, dancing northern lights. The leader also helped take many photos for us—completely free of charge. At the end of the tour, he even dropped me off near my accommodation. Since I’m someone who prefers not to engage in small talk within small group tours, the bus tour format suited me perfectly. Overall, it was a wonderful experience and I highly recommend it!

Chase the Northern Lights from Tromso with local experts, cozy gear, and flexible tour options tailored to your evening.

Getting started

Your Northern Lights chase begins in Tromso, where you meet your guide and join your selected tour option. After a short introduction and safety briefing, you board your chosen vehicle and receive your included thermal clothing or winter overalls. Once everyone is settled and geared up, you head out of the city toward areas with the best chance of clear skies.

What to expect

Small-group chase (as per option selected)

Join a small-group Northern Lights chase, designed for a more personal experience with up to 8 or 15 guests, depending on the option you choose. Your expert local guide drives you away from city lights, stopping at locations that offer good viewing conditions. The group spends time outside the vehicle when conditions are favorable, with a campfire available when weather permits.

Features:

Follow a guided Northern Lights chase tour that adapts to weather and sky conditions, focusing on areas with the highest chance of aurora sightings on that night.

Spend the evening in a small-group setting, with thermal suits or other thermal gear included to keep you comfortable outdoors while you wait for the lights to appear.

Sip warm drinks and enjoy snacks around a weather-permitting campfire, with professional photography to capture your time under the Arctic sky.

Bus tour with campfire stop (as per option selected)

Opt for the bus tour if you prefer to travel with a larger group while still enjoying guided aurora hunting. An expert local team uses forecasts to choose viewing locations, and the bus serves as a warm base between outdoor stops. When conditions allow, a campfire is set up so guests can relax and warm up between sky-watching sessions.

Features:

Join a guided Northern Lights chase that seeks out clear skies, with the flexibility to change locations through the night if needed.

Listen to insights from expert local guides who explain how the aurora forms and what to look for in the night sky as conditions evolve.

Stay warm between outdoor sessions with access to the heated bus, stepping outside when the aurora activity increases.

Keep comfortable in the cold with included thermal gear, helping you spend more time outside while watching for the lights.

Enjoy hot drinks and snacks during the evening, so you can refuel without leaving the viewing area.

Receive photography assistance to help you adjust camera settings or frame your shots, making it easier to capture the aurora.

Relax by a campfire, when weather permits, for a sheltered break from the cold night air and enjoy professional photography assistance.

Wrapping up

You leave with photos or memories of the aurora and a better understanding of how local guides read the Arctic sky to find the Northern Lights.

What to bring

Water: Bring your own water to stay hydrated, as only hot drinks and snacks are provided.

Child details: If traveling with children, provide their age and weight when booking to arrange the correct child seat required for boarding.

Accessibility

Mobility needs: The tour may not be suitable for guests with limited mobility due to potentially slippery surfaces and variable outdoor conditions.

What’s not allowed

Large luggage: Large bags, suitcases, and oversized luggage are not permitted on the tour vehicle.

Additional information

Natural phenomenon: The Northern Lights are a natural phenomenon, and sightings cannot be guaranteed.

Weather conditions: Tours run in most weather conditions and may involve staying at one location or traveling to multiple spots in search of clear skies.

Photography services: Professional aurora portraits are available for purchase after the tour and are not included in the ticket price.

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