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Tromso: Northern Lights Photography Tour by Bus (or miniBus)

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Tromso: Northern Lights Photography Tour by Bus (or miniBus)
4.2843018 out of 5 stars
4.3
4.2843018 out of 5 stars
809 reviews

Join the Aurora chase for the best opportunity to seek out the Northern Lights. Learn about the scientific phenomenon from your guide and capture beautiful photos of the Northern Lights.

About this activity

Free cancellation
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Duration 7 hours
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Highlighted reviews from other travelers

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Rebecca – United Kingdom

Absolutely amazing! We were driven via coach while being educated on the Arora’s and how to capture them on camera. We learnt so much vital info about how to see them. We drove for over 2 hours towards the boarder of Finland where we found clear starlit skies and within minutes the sky began it’s show. Hot drinks and cookies were delicious and as we started to enjoy our snacks the sky exploded with colour and danced. The group squealed with excitement and we were so grateful for such a perfect evening. An unforgettable experience. 🩵💚✨

A
Anna – Hungary

Very professional team. We chose them 2 times. They tried everything to find NL. Thanx for your efforts 🙏

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Itinerary

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    Starting location:

    Northern Shots Tours AS

  • Transfer

    (2 hours)

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    View point

    Sightseeing

  • Transfer

    (2 hours)

  • Arrive back at:

    Northern Shots Tours AS

Main stop

For reference only. Itineraries are subject to change.

Highlights

  • Enjoy the untouched beauty of Arctic landscapes at night
  • Learn how to take pictures of the Northern Lights
  • Find out everything about this amazing phenomenon
  • Experience the thrill of an active chase for the Aurora
  • Develop a unique connection with nature at its best

Full description

"Please be aware that tours in April and August will be affected by increased daylight and the duration of the tour may be shorter as well.
This means that even on clear skies, the northern lights may not appear as strong as they do during winter (polar nights).
The window available to see the northern lights can also be reduced to about 1h or less, which is the maximum duration in case they appear during the months of April and August.
If you decide to join us, we will do our best to bring you to the best location, according to the weather forecast.”

Hunt for Northern Lights on a guided trip from Tromso. Hone your photography skills with a quick tutorial from the guide and admire the Norwegian landscapes as you go. Finish your trip with a cup of hot chocolate.
Meet your crew in Tromso, put on our reflective vests, and climb aboard the comfortable coach to get ready for departure. 

Drive past fjords and mountains until you reach the best spot to see the northern lights, relying on a strong network of technical resources deployed in the region.
Listen to your guides' detailed explanation about the scientific phenomenon of the Aurora Borealis and all the stories surrounding it, and get insights into the Arctic and its capital.

If you choose to, have a professional Aurora portrait taken by the photographer (optional) for a lasting memory, before you return to Tromso. The tour duration is variable according to the season, the weather or road conditions.

Although the vehicle is normally heated, please be aware that on especially cold nights, it may gradually cool down. We recommend you to dress in warm layers to keep comfortable throughout the tour, both in or outside of the bus.

The northern lights are a natural phenomenon and cannot be guaranteed. But we often succeed even in difficult weather conditions.

Includes

  • Transportation
  • Guide
  • Photography tutorial
  • Hot drinks and cookies
  • Thermal clothes
  • Water
  • Pictures taken by a professional photographer (available for purchase)

Meeting point

Meet inside the "Northern Shots" shop which is also known as "Booking Point." It is located between The Edge Hotel and the Magic Ice bar, right in front of the Prostneset Harbour. The shop has a big label saying "Booking Point" and has the name "NorthernShots Tours" on the window.

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Important information

What to bring

  • Passport
  • Passport or ID card
  • Warm clothing
  • Food
  • Water
  • Gloves
  • Travel insurance
  • Flashlight
  • Charged Smartphone
  • Thermal clothing

Not allowed

  • Food in the vehicle
  • Alcohol and drugs

Know before you go

  •  The northern lights are often visible even on very cloudy, rainy, or snowy nights. You may experience a snowstorm or harsh weather during this tour. This is normal in the Arctic and we often see the lights after this. There is no refund if the northern lights do not appear, but you will be subject to a 50% discount on a new tour if you do not spot the lights on your first tour (booked at our desk, upon seat availability, at the days rate). This offer is not valid in the last day of the season.
  •  The tour will run regardless of the weather conditions.
  • It can be slippery at the places where stop.
  • If the tour is canceled due to unsafe road conditions, you can change date or get a full refund.
  • Tour duration is variable, you may stay in one location or travel to various spots. You may need to sit in the vehicle for several hours while we try to find the northern lights.
  • During high season you can expect big crowds and be parked next to vehicles from other companies.
  • Check our T&C

From $178.39 per person

Reserve now & pay later to book your spot and pay nothing today
Reserve now & pay later to book your spot and pay nothing today

Customer reviews

Overall rating

4.3 /5

based on 809 reviews

Review summary

  • Guide
    4.6/5
  • Transportation
    4.6/5
  • Value for money
    4/5

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Rebecca – United KingdomMarch 21, 2025 – Verified booking
Absolutely amazing! We were driven via coach while being educated on the Arora’s and how to capture them on camera. We learnt so much vital info about how to see them. We drove for over 2 hours towards the boarder of Finland where we found clear starlit skies and within minutes the sky began it’s show. Hot drinks and cookies were delicious and as we started to enjoy our snacks the sky exploded with colour and danced. The group squealed with excitement and we were so grateful for such a perfect evening. An unforgettable experience. 🩵💚✨
A
Anna – HungaryFebruary 23, 2025 – Verified booking
Very professional team. We chose them 2 times. They tried everything to find NL. Thanx for your efforts 🙏
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Piero – United StatesFebruary 1, 2025 – Verified booking
The tour guide made our visit amazing. I took my parents on this trip to see their life dream and even tho there was a storm in the end we saw the lights. So blessed.

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