The Arctic Chase
Join us for a Northern Lights adventure that goes beyond the city lights and deep into the Arctic wilderness, in search of clear skies and unforgettable moments.
Our experienced guides know how to read the ever-changing weather and will do their best to find the perfect spot for the aurora to appear.
Under the Arctic Sky
At our chosen location, we’ll gather around campfire, enjoying hot drinks, a hearty outdoor meal, and the company of fellow travelers. With thermal suits, boots, tripods, and professional photos all included, you can simply relax and soak up the atmosphere while we take care of every detail.
Our guides are passionate photographers and skilled aurora trackers, ready to drive far and adapt quickly to give you the best chance to experience the magic of the Northern Lights.
Key Tour Information
This section gives you a clear overview of the tour, putting all the essential information in one place.
6 – 9 h
Up to 15 participants
Pickup in front of Magic Ice Bar Tromsø; drop-off at your city-centre hotel
17:30 / 18:00 / 19:00 — varies by month; check your booking confirmation
Warm clothes (≥ 2 layers), gloves & hat, good winter boots
Knowledgeable & passionate guide • Campfire • Thermal suits, boots & tripods • Cookies & hot beverages • Traditional Norwegian meal: sausages with lompe (vegetarian option available) • Instructions on photographing the Northern Lights • Professional photos from the tour
Max 15 guests, 1 guide per ≤ 8 people for personal attention.
Skilled in reading weather, our guides know where to find open skies as conditions change.
Thermal suits and boots keep you warm and comfortable in the Arctic cold.
Tripods provided, along with professional photos and guidance on capturing your own.
Tour Plan – Your Aurora Night in Four Acts
From first pickup to final hotel drop-off, here’s how your Tromsø Northern Lights tour unfolds—efficient, comfortable and laser-focused on clear skies.
Meet outside Magic Ice Bar Tromsø and board our minibus, where your guide outlines the evening’s plan.
Clear skies are never left to chance — we monitor conditions, share insights with other guides, and go further when it matters.
Suit up in thermal gear, gather around the bonfire, enjoy sausages, cookies, tea, and hot chocolate — while your guide, an experienced photographer, captures your Northern Lights moments.
At the end of the night, enjoy a warm, comfortable ride back to your city-centre hotel — relaxed, happy, and full of Arctic memories.
What Our Guests Say
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FAQ & Booking Terms
Your one-stop guide to weather, gear, cancellations and more—everything you need before joining our Tromsø Northern Lights chase.
1. How should I be dressed for the tour?
We highly recommend to dress in 3-4 layers including long-sleeved and long-leg thermal underwear, 2 pairs of socks preferably woolen ones, fleece jumper and trousers, woolen jumper, windproof trousers, winter jacket, gloves, hat, and most important winter shoes. We will provide you with thermal suits and boots to make sure you stay warm and cosy during the tour.
2. What about toilet breaks?
During most of our tours, it is possible to use a public toilet at a petrol station or another area that we pass during the car ride. However, there are also trips when we must go into the wilderness with no access the public toilets. In that case, you will have multiple natural options to pick from!
3. Can you guarantee that I will see the Northern Lights?
We wish we could, but we cannot control weather conditions or solar activity. Therefore we cannot guarantee that you will see the Northern Lights. We are passionate and experienced Northern Lights hunters. We use a combination of our knowledge and determination to find clear skies and show you the Northern Lights whenever possible, however, the last word belongs to nature. There are no refunds or free trips in the case that we do not see the Northern Lights.
4. Would I get a refund due to bad/dangerous weather conditions?
Yes, you will. When the weather is too harsh and it is too risky to drive, we cancel the tour. Your safety is our priority. In this case, you will receive a full refund.
5. What is the Cancellation Policy?
Cancellation by Northern Horizon
We reserve the right to cancel the trip if:
- external influences like weather conditions make it impossible for us to guarantee the safe conduction of the programs,
- there is less than the minimum number of participants joining,
- for weather-related reasons,
- other unexpected events that will force us to cancel the tour (such a problem with the vehicle or sickness of the guide).
In this cases, you can either chose to reschedule the tour (if it is possible) or opt for a full refund. Also, we are doing our best to ensure correct availability, however overbooking and technical errors with our booking software may occur. In such cases, we will notify you as soon as possible. At the same time, we reserve the right to cancel your reservation and refund the cost. In such a case we will do everything in our power to help you find a similar tour with a different supplier or reschedule your booking.
Cancellation by guests:
- Bookings are only eligible for a full refund if cancelled up until 24 hours prior to tour start.
- Bookings that are cancelled after this time will not be refunded.
- In order to cancel the tour please send us an email at contact@northernhorizon.no. Time of the cancellation will be taken from the time when we receive the email.
- If you book a tour and do not show up at the arranged meeting point, there will be no refund either.
- There is no refund given if for whatever season you will not be able to be on time for the tour (for example delayed flights).
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