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Aurora Safari Minibus, private locations all around the region
A 5 to 7 h northern lights tour from Tromsø by Best Arctic AS, shared with up to 15 travellers. From 148 USD per person, rated 4.5 out of 5 from 202 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor.
In short
Aurora Safari Minibus, private locations is a 5 to 7 h aurora tour from Tromsø, shared with up to 15 travellers, run by Best Arctic AS. It costs from 148 USD per person and is rated 4.5 out of 5 by 202 travellers. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. Before booking, check the aurora probability over Tromsø and the Kp forecast lower on this page.
On this page
1What the operator says
Want to see the elusive Northern Lights? Take this 5 to 7 hours Northern Light minibus safari from Tromsø to boost your chance of seeing the natural phenomenon. As you travel by minibus, hunt for the lights in the dark skies of the countryside, far from any light pollution. Stop at the best viewpoints; learn to capture the lights on camera with the help of a guide and tripod; and refuel with coffee, hot chocolate and cake. Numbers are limited to 15 for a small-group experience.
Operator listing on Viator, read on 9 Oct 2026. Prices are starting prices and change with the date.
2What the price covers
Included
- Tripods for use during the safari
- Advice and help with camera setting and on how to take Aurora photos
- Hot chocolate, coffee, tea and a sweet local cake (lefse)
- Free photos
- Thermal winter suits and reflector vests for use during the safari
- A knowledgeable and dedicated English-speaking Northern Lights guide
- Transport by comfortable minibus driven by a professional driver
Not included
- Warm boots, hats, scarves and mittens
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
3Itinerary
- Our experienced guide will meet you at the bus & harbour terminal. Get ready for a 5 to 7 hour trip in the magical winter wonderland, in search of the Northern Lights. Dress warmly, we have warm wintersuits available. Or sit closely around our cosy bonfire (subject to weather conditions).
- We will chase in the Troms region. Depending on the weather, and weather forecast we will travel out from the city. Some evenings we will be staying around the coast. Other evenings we will go towards inland. We have private camp locations all around the region, and we will sometimes use them, so we can stay at a private location instead of a shared parking lot with many other companies. These pri (300 min)
- At one point in the evening we will start returning back to the city. We will still be able to stop at some locations. If we get more northern lights we will stop. (120 min)
4Group size, pickup and languages
- Shared with up to 15 travellers
- Meeting point, no hotel pickup
- Guide languages: English
- Booking size: 1 to 14 travellers
- Operator: Best Arctic AS
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Dress for cold weather: warm socks, waterproof winter boots, gloves, hats and scarves are recommended
- The price for the students is the same as the price for youth.
5Aurora over Tromsø tonight
The probability below comes from the NOAA OVATION model for the current forecast hour. The Norway page has the Kp Tromsø needs and the 3-day forecast.
Data: NOAA SWPC, fetched 10:47 UTC. Aurora probability by destination from the NOAA OVATION model, forecast for 9 Oct, 11:59 UTC. Aurora also needs a dark and clear sky. Kp needed: NOAA puts the edge of the auroral oval at about 66° geomagnetic latitude for Kp 0, 2° closer to the equator per Kp level. Geomagnetic latitude from the WMM2025 dipole pole (NOAA NCEI).
6Other northern lights tours in Tromsø
| Rating | Viator | Tripadvisor |
|---|---|---|
| 5 stars | 16 | 140 |
| 4 stars | 1 | 17 |
| 3 stars | 1 | 9 |
| 2 stars | 2 | 5 |
| 1 star | 1 | 10 |
Source: Viator, operator listing 6723NLBUS, checked on 9 Oct 2026.
Frequently asked questions
How much does Aurora Safari Minibus, private locations in Tromsø cost?
From 148 USD per person. That is the starting price set by the operator for the cheapest option on the Viator listing, and the final price depends on the date, the group size and the options chosen at checkout.
How long does Aurora Safari Minibus, private locations in Tromsø last?
5 to 7 h according to the operator listing. Northern lights tours leave in the dark hours and often return after midnight, so the duration counts from pickup or the meeting point.
Is Aurora Safari Minibus, private locations in Tromsø private or shared?
It is shared with up to 15 travellers. The operator sets this on the listing, so the figure here is read from the catalogue and not estimated.
What is the cancellation policy for Aurora Safari Minibus, private locations in Tromsø?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. The exact wording and any weather clause are on the Viator listing at the time of booking.
What Kp index does Aurora Safari Minibus, private locations need to see the northern lights from Tromsø?
Tromsø needs Kp 1 or more by the NOAA rule used on this site, and a dark, clear sky. The live probability over Tromsø is shown on this page and refreshes every 15 minutes.
Who runs Aurora Safari Minibus, private locations in Tromsø?
Best Arctic AS, the operator named on the Viator listing. Reviews shown here combine Viator and Tripadvisor counts as published in the catalogue, and this site adds no reviews of its own.
Sources (2)
Sources
- Viator, operator listing 6723NLBUS, checked on 9 Oct 2026
- NOAA SWPC, OVATION aurora forecast model, checked on 9 Oct 2026
Written and maintained by the Kp Forecast editorial team. Independent site, not a space weather agency. Data: NOAA SWPC.
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