Travel Guide for
Tromsø

Northern Lights Adventure

Come and join us on a small group tour (max 8 guests) to experience our passion for the Aurora Borealis. Immerse yourself in the awe-inspiring beauty of the Northern Lights, creating memories that will last a lifetime. Before you step into our cozy Mercedes 4x4 van, our expert guides scout the evening’s weather, space, and road conditions to select the perfect viewing location. Leaving Tromsø behind, we’ll journey through the stunning Arctic landscape. At our destination, unwind by a crackling fire with hot beverages, cookies, and traditional Norwegian grilled pølse i brød (sausage) hot dogs. Our guide will share fascinating stories and insights about the Aurora and Northern Norway, answering any questions you have. When the Northern Lights appear, our guides will capture beautiful portrait photos of you beneath the vibrant sky. A timelapse video will document your evening under the Arctic stars, even if the Aurora is elusive. Join us for an unforgettable Northern Lights adventure!

Northern Lights Expedition Tromsø - 6 people - Arctic Photo Guide

Are you fit and confident in walking on ice and snow and want to reach the most scenic spots in a small, dynamic group? Using a 4x4 Toyota Land Cruiser Arctic Truck, we will reach the best areas with suitable skies to chase the Aurora Borealis. If the weather conditions allow, we may set off on a light hike/snowshoeing walk, reaching pristine landscapes, calm fjords, frozen lakes and the best spots that the Arctic has to offer away from the tourism crowds. Whether the ground will be covered in ice or snow, you will be provided with ice crampons or snow rackets, walking poles, thermal suits as well as foot and hand warmers. Remember to wear your own warm snow boots! Your guide will take photos of you and the lights, but if you have a camera as well, bring it along! You'll get tips on how to take your own Aurora photographs and use a professional tripod. A soup for dinner, cookies and hot drinks will warm us up in the wild, while enjoying the night Arctic sky!

Northern Lights Private tour with your special ones - Greenlander

Private tour is a great way to explore the Northern Lights scenery, as that way we can really customise the tour to match your needs or wishes. Either it's the late arrival social distancing, family holiday, group of friends/colleagues, demanding photographers or adventurers who want us to take you to the hilltops to get THE Northern Lights photo. It's also a great way to get 100% of guide's attention, to learn more about local history and nature and also about your camera settings, if you are keen to learn about Aurora photography. In case we don't have availability on a given day you wish to join us, please send us an email and we see, what can we do about it. Please contact us, if you want to get the rate of the tour, if there are less than 8 of you.

Aurora Chase from Tromso with Photos

Already old cultures considered northern lights as one of the most extraordinary and spectacular experience which is never twice the same. That’s why we can chase aurora again and again with hope that tonight it will be surprising and colorful as never before. If you would like to experience this tour with us, we will take you to some of the best places to watch northern lights where we will be surrounded with magnificent mountains and fjords far away from the city lights and busy civilization. During whole tour we stay in touch with other experienced guides for getting their weather updates and we follow 3 different weather forecasts to make right conclusions where to go. With our two full frame cameras will are ready to take portraits of you with northern lights in the background, plus northern lights and scenery photos. Timelapse/video we offer in case of nice strong aurora activity. We will gladly help you with our warm dresses and camera tips which you may need here in Arctic.

Tromsø Fjordland 8 Guests Pro Northern Lights by the Arctic Sea

This is a handcrafted, small-group fjord expedition built for serious Northern Lights chasers. Led by a professional Local Aurora tracker, the route follows live weather and solar forecasts, guiding you through Tromsø’s dramatic fjordlands and beyond if needed. You’ll venture into remote areas like Kaldfjord, Ersfjord, and Balsfjord — far from the crowds — where the Northern Lights reflect off still waters beneath towering Arctic peaks. With a maximum of 8 guests, the experience is intimate, flexible, and immersive. Thermal suits, campfire breaks, and pro-level Aurora photography all add to the comfort and quality. Multilingual guides ensure smooth communication, whether you speak English, Arabic, or Norwegian. And yes — bring your passport. If the weather demands it, we’ll cross into Finland in pursuit of clearer skies. This is the real Arctic hunt — wherever the lights lead, we follow.

Northern Lights Tour with Local Guide and Photos

Join a small-group Northern Lights chase with Arctic Glow, a family-run company led by locals born and raised in Northern Norway. Each evening, we use weather forecasts, live data, aurora activity, and local knowledge to plan the tour. As conditions change, we adapt the route in search of clear skies — near Tromsø, along the coast, inland, or across the border into Finland or Sweden. When the Northern Lights appear, your guide will take portrait photos of guests who would like them. Edited photographs will be emailed the following day. Hot drinks, local snacks, and homemade cake are included. The small-group format, flexible route, and genuine Northern Norwegian hospitality create a personal experience shaped by the conditions. Search for clear skies using live weather data, local knowledge, and a flexible route Travel with experienced local guides from Northern Norway Receive edited photographs by email the following day Enjoy hot drinks, local snacks, and homemade cake

Private fjord tour with premium 4×4 vehicle

Greenlander offers private daytour, so it would just be you and your companions. Perfect for families with children. The guide makes sure we all can have fun. Feel free to let us know what are the things you wish to see and experience and we can customise the tour accordingly. On a tour the used vehicle is very capable 4x4 vehicle, which will safely sail us through the pristine Arctic landscapes. Please contact us to organise child seat. The nature of private daytour is very much relaxed and focuses on embracing the moment, ensuring you have a relaxing day before you are joined Greenlander's Northern Lights chase. :) PS! Your safety is our concern. This tour follows all the safety regulations and precautionary matters, issued due to the Covid-19 situation.

Tromsø: Arctic Landscapes Hiking / Snowshoeing Tour in the wild

Do you like getting to view points by foot and enjoy the scenery from above? This tour will take you into the Arctic wonders, for an unforgettable experience! Using a 4x4 Toyota Land Cruiser, we will reach some of the most beautiful areas that Tromsø region has to offer. Based on weather conditions your guide will choose a safe and fun trail around Kvaløya island or over the mainland out of Tromsø. Vistas are guaranteed no matter which way we'll go! We will then venture for a scenic easy hike, reaching untouched landscapes, mountain lakes and breathtaking views. When snow covers the ground, you will be provided with ice crampons or snowshoes, walking poles and foot+hand warmers. Remember to have your own waterproof hiking boots. Your guide will take photos of you and the landscape, but if you have a camera as well, do bring it along! An outdoor picnic with a view made of warm soup, cookies and hot drinks will warm us up while out in the wild Arctic, before heading back to Tromsø.

The Tromsø Food Walk, Taste your way through local history

Join us for an enticing culinary stroll through Tromsø by FoodWanders. Discover the rich flavors of North Norwegian cuisine, steeped in local history. This tour invites you to savor local delicacies as well as a few other Norwegian products. Starting at Stortorget, our 3-hour journey will immerse you in the culinary traditions and history of the region. As we head to our final destination, in a historic old town building, we'll stop at several renowned eateries. Relish a Norwegian fish cake at Dragøy, and gather an assortment of samples from various spots to enjoy at the dining room. Here, you'll taste the traditional delights of Tromsø, including whale, reindeer, various cured salmon, meats, and much more. The menu adapts seasonally to feature the freshest ingredients, but the quality remains top-notch. We aim to give you a taste of our daily fare, share our stories, and provide a social dining experience with fellow travellers. No frills, just pure, authentic eating!

Snowshoeing With A View

Winter Walk With a View starts at the pick-up point in Tromsø. From there we will drive you to our basecamp, and walk to the top of the mountain “Hompan” which lies 450 mamsl. During the walk and from the top of Hompan you will get a fantastic view over the Lyngen Alps, Ullsfjorden and Lakselvdalen, all of which are amazing natural wonders. During the trip we will stop to take pictures. After the visit to Hompan we will walk back to our basecamp, where a warm meal and drink will be prepared by a fire in our grill cabin. After this cozy and personal adventure we will drive you back to the pick-up point in Tromsø.