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Northern Lights Chase with Photo Package Included
A 6 to 7 h northern lights tour from Tromsø by Arctic Guide Service, shared with up to 160 travellers. From 139 USD per person, rated 4.3 out of 5 from 651 reviews on the booking site and Tripadvisor.
In short
Northern Lights Chase with Photo Package is a 6 to 7 h aurora tour from Tromsø, shared with up to 160 travellers, run by Arctic Guide Service. It costs from 139 USD per person and is rated 4.3 out of 5 by 651 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
Join this northern lights chase to maximize your chances of seeing the world’s most spectacular light show. On board the bus there will be one professional driver and one experienced Northern Lights guide. They are passionately committed to choosing the best spot based on the weather forecast, that maximizes the options of seeing the aurora. The guide will provide you with information about camera settings and helpful tips, so when the lights appear you can capture the perfect Northern Lights picture. The guide will also take pictures during the excursion so you can have a souvenir to bring home.
It is important to mention that the northern lights are a natural phenomenon and it can't be guaranteed that they will be seen.
The meeting place for the English, German and Spanish tours is inside the building Prostneset (at the main entrance downstairs and close to the bus terminal).
Operator listing, read on 9 Oct 2026. Prices are starting prices and change with the date.
2What the price covers
Included
- English speaking guide
- Reflective vests
- Hot Chocolate / Tea / Coffee
- Snacks
- Photos from the tour
- Transportation (either a big bus or a minibus)
Not included
- Tripod
- Thermal suit
- Tripods and thermal suites are available for rent at our office in Storgata 77, Tromsø
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
3Itinerary
- Finish your day off by spending the night chasing the northern lights, nature’s most spectacular show. Our crew have one specific mission: to take you wherever the chances to admire the magnificent Aurora are best at that precise moment If you need detailed information about the weather conditions of the night or the Northern Lights activity, visit us in our offices at Storgata 77, Tromsø.
4Group size, pickup and languages
- Shared with up to 160 travellers
- Meeting point, no hotel pickup
- Guide languages: English, Spanish
- Booking size: 1 to 30 travellers
- Operator: Arctic Guide Service
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- If you are travelling with children, please provide the age of the children so we can try to provide the correct child seat in the bus. The driver can refuse you to go onboard if you have not informed about it.
- Arctic Guide Service has full copyrights of any photo taken by the guide during the tour.
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 12:31 UTC. Aurora probability by destination from the NOAA OVATION model, forecast for 9 Oct, 13:35 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 | Booking site | Tripadvisor |
|---|---|---|
| 5 stars | 81 | 360 |
| 4 stars | 21 | 77 |
| 3 stars | 21 | 22 |
| 2 stars | 6 | 17 |
| 1 star | 18 | 28 |
Source: Viator, operator listing 149938P4, checked on 9 Oct 2026.
Frequently asked questions
How much does Northern Lights Chase with Photo Package in Tromsø cost?
From 139 USD per person. That is the starting price set by the operator for the cheapest option on the listing, and the final price depends on the date, the group size and the options chosen at checkout.
How long does Northern Lights Chase with Photo Package 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 with Photo Package in Tromsø private or shared?
It is shared with up to 160 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 with Photo Package 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 listing at the time of booking.
What Kp index does Northern Lights Chase with Photo Package 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 with Photo Package in Tromsø?
Arctic Guide Service, the operator named on the listing. Reviews shown here combine the booking site and Tripadvisor counts as published in the catalogue, and this site adds no reviews of its own.
Sources (2)
Sources
- Viator, operator listing 149938P4, 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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