Arctic Adventures in Tromsø

Authentic tours in the heart of Northern Norway

Authentic tours in the heart of Northern Norway

Arctic Adventures in Tromsø

Authentic tours in the heart of Northern Norway

ARCTIC
PACKAGES

Chase the Northern Lights, meet whales, and explore fjords, snowy mountains and Arctic winter landscapes with Arctic Explorers – tours designed to bring you closer to nature, wildlife and memories you will always remember.

Northern
lights

Since 2012, over 80,000 guests have joined Arctic Explorers to chase the Northern Lights in Tromsø. Our team gives you the best chance to witness and capture stunning aurora portraits.

WHALE
WATCHING

From Tromsø we travel to Skjervøy, where orcas, humpbacks and sometimes fin whales gather in Arctic fjords – a whale watching experience unlike anywhere else.

BREATHTAKING ISLANDS

Join our Tromsø Fjord and Senja tours and experience Arctic fjords, dramatic mountains, wildlife and perfect photo stops – a journey into the true beauty of Northern Norway’s nature. With a 4.9/5 rating, it is one of Tromsø’s top-rated experiences, loved by guests from all over the world.

WHAT OUR CUSTOMERS SAY

«Had a fantastic time on this tour. The tour guide was amazing and informative. We got to see the northern lights and it was breathtaking. Highly recommend!»

«Arctic Explorers made our holiday!»

«Awesome personable service and the most amazing nature show on Earth»

«Excellent.. Life time experience.»

«I would like to praise our guides Julien & Yulina. They were just amazing. Had a great tour watching all the fjords. Beauty was out of the world. Our guides also clicked pictures for us.»

A few common
questions

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When is the best time to see the Northern Lights in Tromsø, and how many nights should I book?

We recommend pre-booking as many Northern Lights tours as you can. If you only book a few nights and later realize you need more, it will usually be too late – premium operators are sold out weeks or even months in advance.

Guests who wait often end up with average companies that may not drive far enough for clear skies, provide insufficient clothing, or start too late to reach Finland when that is where the best conditions are.

There is nothing to lose by booking several tours in advance – if you have already seen enough, you can always cancel any tour 24 hours or more before departure and receive a full refund.

How can I maximize my chances of seeing great Northern Lights?

Stay long enough
The Northern Lights are unpredictable. Staying 5–7 nights in Tromsø gives you more chances if some nights are cloudy or activity is low.

Book your first evenings
Always schedule tours on your first 3–5 nights, ideally already on your arrival evening. This leaves spare nights later if needed.

Arrive before 16:00
Flights landing after 16:00 make you lose one of your best chances to chase the aurora the same day.

Book consecutive nights
Don’t leave gaps. Consecutive bookings maximize backup nights, and with 24h free cancellation, extra tours are risk-free.

Start early, go far
Some tours depart too late to reach inland areas or Finland where skies are clearest. We always leave in time to go as far as needed.

Choose those who go the extra mile
Aurora chasing often means long drives and late returns. We don’t stop early — we keep going until you’ve had the best chance.

Dress for Arctic conditions
We provide extreme suits and Baffin boots rated to –70°C, so you can stay outdoors for hours. Bring wool layers, hat, scarf and mittens.

Plan day tours wisely
Aurora shows can last until 03:00. Avoid early activities the next day, and keep energy for the nights.

How many days should I stay in Tromsø to see the Northern Lights?

The Northern Lights are unpredictable — you might see them on your first night, or only after several evenings.

The longer you stay in Tromsø, the higher your chances. We recommend at least 5 nights, but more is always better.

Each night is different — from a soft green glow to a sky filled with dancing colors. That’s why many guests pre-book several tours.

With our 24-hour cancellation policy, you can safely reserve multiple nights and cancel extras 24h before for a full refund.

Just don’t wait to book — the best tours are usually sold out weeks or months in advance.

EXPLORE THE ARCTIC TROMSØ