Tromso Aurora Hunt with Bonfire, Soup, Winter Gear & Transfers
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Come with us for your Aurora hunt for an amazing and ethical experience underneath the Aurora Borealis. Leave the light pollution in Tromsø behind and travel into the Arctic wilderness. During this tour, our small team of Aurora guides check the forecasts & use local knowledge to decide on the best place to chase the Northern Lights. When we find the best spot, we will dress in warm thermal suits and boots, make a cosy campfire, and enjoy a homemade meal.
You'll be shown how to use your camera, photograph the Aurora, and our guides will take photos of you, available for free in web-sized resolution after the tour.
During our time together in the wilderness, we will collect data for a citizen science project and help protect the Arctic nature through responsible tourism.
Enjoy our hot chocolate before being returned to Tromsø island to your hotel. Though there is never a guarantee of seeing this phenomenon, our experienced team will do their best every night of the season.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
We encourage you to provide us with your email address to be able to send you the web size pictures after the tour
When exceptional situations arise (e.g. environmental cancellations) it is important to reach you. This is easiest if you provide your contact number on the road (phone number + correct country code) & keep this with you on the day of the tour.
We only drop off at set drop off locations: Scandic Ishavhotel, Smarthotel, AMIhotel, Vervet, Wandering Owl office, Airport, Arctic Cathedral, Tromsø Camping bus stop, Breivika Cruise Dock
Winter equipment is included, please give us your clothing and shoe sizes - fill out ewaiver form
Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking as well as medical condition if needed
Please bring your passport with you in case you need to cross to Finland during the tour
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately. Make sure you wear a warm base layer, winter clothes including warm shoes, a hat, mittens, a scarf and woolen socks.
A small amount of walking is involved, you must be able to walk 200m
Please be prepared for limited toilet facilities, there will be a gas station stop during the drive, however the camp itself is in the wild Arctic nature where the only toilet possibilities are in the forest (there are no pre-built facilities).
Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if less than 4 passengers per tour. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund
We provide home-made vegan and gluten free soup
You must travel with travel insurance.
SIGN OUR eWAIVER. We need one participant to sign it on behalf of the group making sure that the names of all participants are in the document.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Multiple hotel drop-off locations on Tromsø
Thermal suits and boots. Provide your European shoe sizes (36-48) and suit size (Unisex XS-XXL)
All taxes, fees and handling charges
Vegan and gluten free soup
Souvenir photos (websize resolution sent by email after the tour and highest resolution available for purchase)
Pick up at the front of the Scandic Ishavhotel, Fredrik Langes gate 2, 9008 Troms
The activity will be in English
Hotel pickup
What To Expect
Each night we hunt for the Aurora and go to many different destinations, we have hundreds of areas to choose from and we will go to wherever is safest and most likely for guests to see the Northern Lights
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Tromso Aurora Hunt with Bonfire, Soup, Winter Gear & Transfers
Reviews
2,092 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
The very best way to find see the Northern Lights from Tromso
Russell H,
Dec 5, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00The trip was amazing, made especially wonderful by our guide Isaac and our fantastic driver who got us safely back from Finland in a snow storm. Isaac filled the trip with interesting information and went out of his way to search for the very best place to find the Northern Lights. The end result, an experience and a memory that will last a lifetime. Thanks so much wondering owl.
Hunting Aurora in Tromsø
michelecar2018,
Dec 3, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Evgeni was a very professional and experienced tourguide. He managed to find the best location for the Aurora-Lights. We won't forget the time on the beach with very tasty vegetable soup, vegan hot chocolate and home made cookies. The photos he made for us are excellent and we got them very soon. We warmly recommend this tour this guide in particular. A very great night!
An unforgettable snowshoeing experience with Mia!
somaliam711,
Dec 2, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had the most amazing snowshoeing adventure in Tromso, all thanks to our wonderful guide, Mia. From the very beginning, she took such great care of us—guiding us safely and confidently through the entire trail, always making sure we were comfortable and enjoying ourselves. Mia’s knowledge of the area, her patience, and her positive energy made the whole experience feel magical. She even treated us to delicious homemade food, which was such a thoughtful and personal touch. It honestly felt like we were exploring with a friend rather than a guide. She is a truly lovable and warm person, and her passion for what she does made our journey absolutely incredible. This snowshoeing trip became one of the highlights of our time in Tromso! -Somalia & Sayantan
Out of this world
Ramanrangan,
Dec 2, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00One of the most wonderful and surreal experiences , Issac was great explaining facts about the northern lights , we were supper luck with the weather , clear skies
Amazing Aurora Adventure
Mary J,
Dec 2, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Thank you Isaac for such a fantastic trip. Your knowledge and enthusiasm was infectious. We learnt so much, and the soup was delicious. Thank you looking after us so well in addition to finding us the most incredible northern lights!!
Awesome guide and experience.
lwumingl,
Dec 2, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Awesome is the 1 word to describe it. The guide, Issac, and the driver did their best to hunt for the aurora light. At first, we were very scared that we were not see the light as there was heavy snow but Issac and the driver drove right into the Finland to hunt for the light. When we saw the light, we were so !&/$:$& delighted. We watched for 3 fantastic display of the aurora light before departing back to the hotel. Be aware that the tour might take very long. By the time, we reached back hotel, it was 2 AM. Advice: bring light, keep yourself warm, and empty your bladder.
Exception guide and experience.
mikesio,
Dec 2, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Awesome is the 1 word to describe it. The guide, Issac, and the driver did their best to hunt for the aurora light. At first, we were very scared that we were not see the light as there was heavy snow but Issac and the driver drove right into the Finland to hunt for the light. When we saw the light, we were so !&/$:$& delighted. We watched for 3 fantastic display of the aurora light before departing back to the hotel. Be aware that the tour might take very long. By the time, we reached back hotel, it was 2 AM. Advice: bring light, keep yourself warm, and empty your bladder.
A must if you want to see the northern lights with very professional service.
Michelle J,
Dec 1, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Fantastic. Nothing too much trouble. Mia was great. Very professional and did a great job finding the Northern lights. Chris the driver was fantastic getting to the places in such bad road conditions. All in all would definitely recommend this tour.
Wondering Owl - fantastic
leanne A,
Dec 1, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00The whole experience was fantastic, our tour operator Mia knew everything that was needed to make sure our experience was awesome. I cannot recommend Wondering Owl and more. If you are going on a Northern Lights chase ….choose them !
Fantastic tour. Great team
Maj64WestMidlands,
Nov 30, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Had a fantastic time. Mia was a great guide, very knowledgeable, friendly and professional. Chris the driver did a great job especially with the road conditions. Would definitely recommend this.
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