Unforgettable Northern Lights experience with Nico in Tromsø!
We booked two private aurora-chasing tours with Nico in mid-October, and the experience was outstanding. It far exceeded our expectations. We could never have taken such spectacular photos without his help.
Nico is truly passionate about what he does. He’s an excellent teacher, patient and thorough in his explanations, and he goes out of his way to find the best locations while making sure you’re comfortable and well looked after throughout the night.
If you’re visiting Tromsø and want to see the Northern Lights and come home with photos you’ll treasure forever, look no further. Highly recommended!
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dop658
October 12, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Aurora 2026
We had such an amazing night with Nico. Thank you so much ❄️
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matiasfg12
October 4, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Excellent experience and service!!
We had a great Auroras's tour experience with Nico. He was very kind with us at all moments, taking care of the details to be confortable, moving from a place to another when needed to find better spots, great explanations, good food and of course we enjoyed the amazing auroras in the beauty Tromso's nature.
We fully recommend Artic Photo Guide.
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NLSL_273
September 29, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Superb Tours by Arctic Photo Guide
We booked 2 private tours and 1 group northern lights tour with Nico. From the time I first contacted Arctic Photo Guide when I was still home in Australia, I knew that Nico would be a good guide as soon as I received his email based on his promptness and warm and detailed messages.
His tours exceeded our expectations. Nico is very friendly, caring and careful, always thinking about our safety and well being. Our three tours with him will each stay in our memories forever. We highly recommend Nico’s tours!
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martib162
September 27, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Exceptional guide
We booked with Nico at the beginning of August for the second half of September for the private tour of the Kvaløya fjords and for the aurora hunt. Right from the start he proved to be helpful (he already had some dates scheduled but he modified them based on our requests) and punctual in the organization. When we then met him, some truly intense days began. The private fjord tour was organized very well, he took us to little-known places without crowds and made us discover the true essence of these places. For lunch he took us to the shore of a lake where the silence was almost deafening. With Nico nothing is left to chance. The following evening we had the aurora hunt in a group of six people and also here it was truly fantastic. With his off-road vehicle, unique in Tromsø (with wheels as tall as me!), you can go anywhere. He took us to the beach with a view of a fjord and the aurora was already visible, but with the reflections on the water it was an incredible thrill. Nico took photos, always asked if we wanted any, and managed the timing in a fantastic way. At the end of the evening he drove us back to our apartment and we agreed that if the weather cleared up the next day, maybe we could try to go on another hunt.
The following afternoon I received the fateful message and we set off again. Another incredible place, in a different fjord in an opposite area, but what a sight! Pink aurora dancing above us. Truly fantastic organization in everything. If you are looking for a guide, he is the right person, without a doubt.
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Passport688336
September 24, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Phenomenal experience
Artic photo guide experience to chase the northern lights was amazing. Before booking he was very upfront and honest and answered any questions we had. Weather was not looking so great the day of our trip but he was constantly checking all data to give us the best possible chance of seeing the lights. He took us to a great location by a lake , gave us suits to put on for warmth, gave us hot drinks, hot soup and desserts while we watched and waited. Soon after the clouds cleared and we had an amazing show of the Northern Lights for a good hour. Everything was perfect. We learned so much about the area and the lights during the evening from Nico.
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nicoledE2882EW
April 13, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
So magical you WILL cry!
This was truly one of the best experiences I’ve ever had with a guide. This was our third attempt at seeing the Aurora for a birthday trip, and it did not disappoint! Nico was friendly, professional, and an absolute vibe. You can tell he loves what he does; he went above and beyond to make sure we saw the lights.
After driving for a couple of hours, our first stop landed us right on the border of Finland and Sweden. We were so lucky to see the Aurora, and it was absolutely incredible. It is definitely an experience where you want to stay present and just let the photographer do their thing. I honestly cried multiple times—it was an unforgettable night. I’ve already recommended Nico to all my colleagues, friends, and family, and I can’t wait to book my next tour with him!
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Y6642GYjessicas
April 13, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Must-do aurora photography tour
Nicola's tour was recommended to me after extensive research using Gemini - he was listed as having the best photography-first tour in Tromso, and I whole heartedly agree! My friend and I had an absolute blast - despite the long travel time into/out of Finland, Nico did everything he could to position us someplace we could see the lights without disturbing others and having our own special experience. Although he did not have a group tour scheduled this day, he pulled together a small group on his day off at my request - truly went above and beyond to accommodate us before, during, and after the trip. I can't wait to go on another one of Nico's tours next year and learn more from him about photographing the northern lights. His photos were awesome, and he also helped with my camera settings. This is a must-do tour in Tromso (and with a tasty dinner treat also!)
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Kate J
April 5, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
A magical night ✨
We went out with Nico on the 27th of March and we had the best time! Nico is a really friendly guy he knows his stuff and you can see how passionate he is about his job and the northern lights! We was so lucky to have an amazing show that lasted hours he took some amazing photos of the lights and of me with the lights they are way better than any of the photos I took and will be great to look back on and show family and friends. I really enjoyed the tour and the fact that Nico was just as excited to see the lights as I was made it even better. I would 100% recommend going with Arctic photo guide (Nico) it was a 10 out of 10 experience.
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Curious685761
April 3, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
The only Northern Lights guide you need.
If you’re trying to decide which tour guide to book, look no further. I did extensive research into Northern Lights tour operators before my trip, and Arctic Photo Guide stood out from the very beginning. In fact, I planned my entire Tromsø trip around Nico’s availability—and it was absolutely the right decision.
Nico provides incredible photography as part of the experience, capturing unforgettable moments without charging extra like many other operators do. His expertise in reading aurora activity and weather conditions is exceptional. He constantly monitors the data and sky, and isn’t afraid to change locations at a moment’s notice to find clear conditions. Honestly, if Nico can’t find the lights, they probably aren’t there!
I joined two tours with Arctic Photo Guide. On the first, we were lucky to witness strong aurora displays right away, and we moved between three different locations to capture a variety of stunning landscapes. On the second tour, conditions were more challenging, but Nico went above and beyond—driving all the way into Finland to give us the best possible chance. That level of dedication really says it all.
To top it off, he serves a delicious hot stew at the end of the night, which is a perfect way to warm up after hours in the cold.
What truly sets Arctic Photo Guide apart—aside from Nico being a genuinely great guy—is his beast of a car. Equipped with massive snow tyres, it can handle off-road conditions and reach locations that other tour operators simply can’t access, opening up unique photographic opportunities.
In short: book with Arctic Photo Guide and you will get the tour you’re looking for.