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Northern Lights Chase + Photos, Snacks, thermal suits
A 6 to 7 h northern lights tour from Tromsø by Polar Adventures, shared with up to 45 travellers. From 129 USD per person, rated 4.6 out of 5 from 37 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor.
In short
Northern Lights Chase + Photos, Snacks is a 6 to 7 h aurora tour from Tromsø, shared with up to 45 travellers, run by Polar Adventures. It costs from 129 USD per person and is rated 4.6 out of 5 by 37 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
Embark on a bus tour in search of the Northern Lights. Accompanied by experienced guides and northern light photographers, discover the aurora while sipping on hot drinks and eating light snacks.
Join a big bus tour for the best chances of catching the aurora. Accompanied by experienced northern light photographers and guides in a cozy big bus, enjoy hot drinks, light snacks, and an in-bus toilet while en route.
Enjoy an unforgettable experience as the arctic nature is unpredictable. Head out to the area where the weather is the best and where you have the best possibility of catching the lights.
Operator listing on Viator, read on 9 Oct 2026. Prices are starting prices and change with the date.
2What the price covers
Included
- Hot Drinks & Light Snacks: Enjoy warm beverages and tasty snacks throughout the tour to keep you energized
- Thermal Suits: Stay warm and comfortable with thermal suits provided during the tour, perfect for Arctic conditions
- Restroom on board
- Professional photos
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
3Itinerary
- Embark on a bus tour in search of the Northern Lights. Accompanied by experienced guides and northern light photographers, discover the aurora while sipping on hot drinks and eating light snacks. (360 min)
4Group size, pickup and languages
- Shared with up to 45 travellers
- Meeting point, no hotel pickup
- Guide languages: English
- Booking size: 1 to 15 travellers
- Operator: Polar Adventures
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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 09:11 UTC. Aurora probability by destination from the NOAA OVATION model, forecast for 9 Oct, 10:20 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 | 1 | 30 |
| 4 stars | 0 | 2 |
| 3 stars | 0 | 0 |
| 2 stars | 0 | 2 |
| 1 star | 0 | 2 |
Source: Viator, operator listing 25455P12, checked on 9 Oct 2026.
Frequently asked questions
How much does Northern Lights Chase + Photos, Snacks in Tromsø cost?
From 129 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 Northern Lights Chase + Photos, Snacks in Tromsø last?
6 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 Northern Lights Chase + Photos, Snacks in Tromsø private or shared?
It is shared with up to 45 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 Northern Lights Chase + Photos, Snacks 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 Northern Lights Chase + Photos, Snacks 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 Northern Lights Chase + Photos, Snacks in Tromsø?
Polar Adventures, 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 25455P12, 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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