Tromsø: Northern Lights tour by Minivan with Photographer
Description
Join the 10,000+ visitors who experienced Northern Lights with us last season! Our professional guides and photographers, with over 15 years of experience, will take you on an unforgettable chase to find the Aurora. Together, we’ll make sure you have the best chance to witness this magical natural wonder. We understand that our guests’ top priority is to see the Northern Lights. That’s why we go the extra mile and extend the tour whenever necessary to maximize your chances. We go beyond the ordinary—using the latest technology to find breaks in the clouds where the Aurora can shine. This way, your chances of witnessing the Northern Lights are maximized, even on a short visit. Get professional photos of you with the Aurora to take home as a memory. Experience the cozy atmosphere of a small group, with guides who share stories and local knowledge. This experience is perfect for anyone who dreams of witnessing one of nature’s most breathtaking wonders in the heart of the Arctic.
Tour Options
Itinerary
We will take you far away from the city lights to the best spots for watching the Aurora Borealis. Depending on the weather, our experienced guides may drive deep into the fjords or even across the border to Finland to give you the highest chance of seeing the lights.
Highlights
What's included
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(9)
Everything was perfectly organized, the guide was super friendly, competent and gave us lots of exciting information about the Northern Lights and the surrounding area. The ride itself was pleasant, and we were taken to an ideal spot away from light pollution. And then came the highlight. The aurora! It was just magical. Thank you Lorenzo❤️
We are so happy that you enjoyed the tour! Thank you for sharing a nice review! Hope you will cherish the memories from the Arctic the whole your life! Wishing you lovely future vacations and sending a lot of love from the whole Team of Arctic Wild Tours!!!
My mom, brothers and I took the 8-person Van tour to see the Northern Lights. It was an incredible experience, especially thanks to our guide Michele, a very good guy, really professional and competent. It took us about an hour from Tromso to an enchanted place near a lake and then from there the magic. One of the best experiences of our lives, thanks to Michele and Arctic Wild Tour!!
Thank you so much for your beautiful review! We’re truly happy to hear that you, your mother, and your brothers had such an unforgettable experience with Michele. He will be very happy to read your kind words — his professionalism, passion, and knowledge always make the tour extra special. That magical spot by the lake, combined with the Northern Lights, really creates memories for a lifetime ✨ Thank you again from all of us at Arctic Wild Tours
We did the Aurora hike on Saturday 7th February with Arctic Wild Tours and everything was just perfect. We started with the aurora already over Tromsø -and this was definitely luck- but everything else was thanks to our guide Andrea! Very prepared and passionate, he explained in detail the phenomenon of the Northern Lights and what we could expect during the evening. It took us about 40 minutes from the city, in a wonderful location, with a starry sky that took your breath away. As soon as I got out of the van there was a beautiful aurora in the sky, but after a few minutes it vanished. Andrea immediately lit the fire and provided us with thermal suits: we stayed a couple of hours around the campfire (we were 8 people in total) and it was really nice to get to know each other and chat together. He offered us a delicious soup (much more than a snack, a real meal!), hot chocolate, tea and biscuits, all perfect for warming up while waiting. After a while we saw a second aurora and were already fully satisfied. But this is where we must make a special mention for Andrea: as we were leaving, he realized that the data presaged a memorable aurora. He asked us if we wanted to stay another 30-40 minutes... and gave us what we can consider one of the most beautiful shows of our lives: a powerful aurora that literally danced in the sky for several minutes! An indescribable emotion. We can't thank him enough! Among other things it was his day off and he agreed to go out because the guide who was supposed to accompany us had something unexpected: thank you very much Andrea! And thanks also to Lorenzo Ragazzi for all the valuable information provided when booking. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED for a truly high level experience, with a great value for money! Romina, Marta, Vanessa and Alexandra
Dear Romina, Marta, Vanessa and Alexandra, thank you so much for your beautiful review! We’re truly happy you had such a special Northern Lights experience with Andrea. That final aurora show sounds absolutely unforgettable, and we’re so glad Andrea decided to stay a little longer and trust the forecast. Moments like that are exactly why we love what we do. We also really appreciate your kind words about the atmosphere around the bonfire, the food, and the small group experience. Andrea and Lorenzo will both be very happy to read your message. Thank you again for choosing Arctic Wild Tours and for recommending us so warmly. We hope to see you again in Tromsø someday! ✨
Sometimes locating clear skies to observe these amazing phenomena can be elusive. It is critical to have an experienced and knowledgeable driver / guide who knows where the most likely locations are to aee the Northern Lights. Our guide, Vera, was persistent finding the best place for observing the Aurora Borealis. We drove for 3 hours to multiple locations through snow storms. Her persistence was rewarded with an absolutely amazingly clear view of them. Truly, a once in a lifetime experience. The Aurora Borealis were especially active; colors dancing across the sky from horizon to horizon. Book this tour!! But, remember - you must be patient.
Thank you so much for your amazing review! You described perfectly what Northern Lights chasing is really about — patience, experience, and the determination to keep searching for clear skies despite the Arctic weather. We’re so happy that Vera’s persistence and knowledge helped turn the evening into such a memorable experience for you. Driving through snowstorms and different locations is sometimes part of the adventure, and moments like the one you witnessed — with the Aurora dancing across the entire sky — make it all worth it ✨ Thank you as well for your kind recommendation and for reminding future travelers that patience is an important part of the experience. We hope to see you again someday for another Arctic adventure with Arctic Wild Tours.
Started out slow and were unsure if we would see the Northerns lights, but we kept going and were rewarded with great Northern lights. Bonfire was a nice touch and guide was very good. The van which seated 8 was tight and moderately uncomfortable if you were in the back seats ( which we were). Overall, very good
Thank you for sharing your experience with us! We’re very happy that your patience was rewarded with a beautiful Northern Lights display in the end ✨ Chasing the Aurora can sometimes require time and flexibility, so we’re glad the evening turned into a memorable experience for you. It’s also great to hear that you enjoyed the bonfire and appreciated the work of the guide. At the same time, thank you for your honest feedback regarding the comfort inside the van. We truly value comments like yours, as they help us continue improving the experience for our guests. We hope to welcome you again someday for another Arctic adventure with us.
Simply unforgettable experience! I was lucky enough to see the Northern Lights with this agency and I can only recommend it to anyone who dreams of living such a special moment, especially with Italian guides. From Lorenzo to his entire team, one more nice and kind than the other! From the first moment you can feel their great passion and knowledge of the phenomenon: they do not just “take you hunting” for the aurora, but really do everything possible to increase the chances of seeing it, monitoring weather and solar activity and moving to the best points. A huge added value was the photographic part: the guides explain clearly and patiently how to set up the camera and smartphone to be able to capture the aurora in the best way. Even those who do not have great experience can bring home beautiful shots. The climate during the hike has always been serene and welcoming, making me feel followed and safe at all times. An authentic experience, with attention to detail, that I would do every day. Highly recommended!
Thank you so much for this wonderful and heartfelt review! Reading words like yours truly means a lot to all of us ✨ We’re incredibly happy to hear that the experience became such a special and unforgettable memory for you. Lorenzo and the whole team always put great passion into every tour, constantly monitoring weather conditions and solar activity to give our guests the best possible chance to experience the Aurora at its fullest. Knowing that you felt this dedication makes us very proud. We’re also especially happy that you appreciated the photography part of the experience. We love helping our guests capture the magic of the Northern Lights, whether with professional cameras or smartphones, so it’s wonderful to know you were able to bring home beautiful memories of the night 📸💚 Creating a warm, welcoming, and safe atmosphere is one of the most important things for us, and your words perfectly describe the experience we hope every guest can have. Thank you again for choosing Arctic Wild Tours. We would love to welcome you back one day for another Arctic adventure!
Polite, organized, expert service with nice and experienced guide, who made wonderful pictures and took us to a great Northern Lights experience
Thank you so much for your lovely review! We’re very happy to hear that you enjoyed the experience and appreciated the organization, guidance, and atmosphere of the tour ✨ It’s wonderful to know that your guide helped make the evening special with beautiful photos and an unforgettable Northern Lights experience. Thank you again for choosing Arctic Wild Tours 💚
We have seen the Northern Lights and we are happy, but this does not depend on the Agency but on the C(ulo) factor. But there are two things that I think should change: 1) book tours in minivan with photographer paying more and then discover that the photos are paid, about 10 €. Beyond the disproportionate cost for a simple photo, I think that at least one free photo as a souvenir must give, then if you want you buy the others. 2) After 3 hours of hiking and seeing the dawn the guide asked the group if we wanted to continue the tour or not. Having some elderly traveling companions we returned. My fault probably, that I did not want to be the only one to say that I wanted to continue antagonizing the other 6 people on the tour, but it is also wrong of the guide to put the tourist in such a condition, where more people who do not know each other have to make a decision. The tour lasts 6-8 hours and amen, while paying 200 euros I did 3 hours of tour seeing the dawn next to garbage cans.
Thank you for sharing your feedback. We’re genuinely happy that you were able to see the Northern Lights, but we also appreciate you taking the time to explain the aspects of the experience that left you disappointed. Regarding the photos, we understand your point of view. We always try to be transparent about what is included in each tour, but we agree that having at least one complimentary memory photo could make the experience feel more special, and we truly appreciate this suggestion. About the duration of the tour, our guides sometimes adapt the itinerary depending on weather conditions, road safety, Aurora activity, and also the overall group situation. On nights with strong activity early in the tour, some guests may prefer to return earlier, especially after several hours in Arctic temperatures. That said, we completely understand your frustration, especially since you expected a longer experience based on the advertised duration. We also understand that being asked to decide as a group can put guests in an uncomfortable position. We’re sorry that the evening did not fully match your expectations, despite the successful Aurora sighting. Feedback like yours is important because it helps us improve the experience and communication for future guests. Thank you again for choosing Arctic Wild Tours and for sharing your honest opinion.
I can't recommend this company highly enough for our brilliant N Lights trip this wk. We met our guide Andreas at the designated location,and we headed off in a mini bus as a small group.We drove for a round 40 mins to a secluded,remote beach and set up camp.Andreas was a fantastic host... excellent English, enthusiastic, knowledgeable, friendly.He took care of the needs of the group with hot drinks, snacks+cookies.We waited until midnight for the fantastic display and we were blown away.Just spectacular.The price was really reasonable and I'll return again.
Thank you so much for your amazing review! We’re truly happy to hear that you had such a memorable Northern Lights experience with Andrea ✨ A remote beach, a cozy campfire atmosphere, and finally an incredible Aurora display — that’s exactly the kind of Arctic night we hope our guests will experience. Andrea will be very happy to know that you appreciated his enthusiasm, knowledge, and care for the group throughout the evening. Thank you again for your recommendation and kind words about the experience. We’ll be very happy to welcome you back to Tromsø someday with Arctic Wild Tours.
