Northern Lights Big Bus Chase with Chasing Lights
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Budget-Friendly Northern Lights Chase – Offers an affordable way to hunt for the Northern Lights while maintaining comfort in a modern, heated bus.
Flexibility to Find Clear Skies – Our route adapts based on weather conditions, sometimes taking us inland, along the coast, or even into Finland to maximize the chances of seeing the aurora.
Transparency About Challenges – We prioritize finding clear skies over scenic locations due to increased road traffic. Stops may be alongside roads, but our goal is to provide the best possible view of the Northern Lights.
Comfort with Realistic Expectations – The bus offers warmth, though it may cool down on particularly cold nights. Guests are encouraged to dress in warm layers for added comfort.
Guided by Experts – Knowledgeable guides provide insights and help with photography, ensuring a memorable experience.
Additional Info
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
This is a group tour with a maximum of 50 guests.
Our tour operates in all weather conditions. We often see the best Northern Lights displays on nights with the worst forecasted weather conditions.
This is a real chase that may include many hours of driving. The return time to Tromsø is between midnight and 04:00
There are no refunds or free trips if we do not see the Northern Lights or if you fail to meet us at the meeting point on time.
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
In the rare event that we do not reach the minimum of 15 participants, we may conduct the tour in a smaller vehicle without an onboard restroom or cancel the tour with a full refund.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Tromso
We will bring you to the places that promise the best weather predictions for the night.
What‘s Included
6-10 hour tour
Pick-up & drop-off at Tromsø Havn Prostneset, Bus Terminal
Professional pictures of the tour sent to you free of charge
Hot beverage and hot water
Restroom on board
Professional photographer tour guides
Clothes, tripods and meals are not included
Hotel pick-up & drop-off
Options
1 Big Bus Chase
1 Northern Lights Chase by Big Bus
Reviews
1,610 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Amazing experience, dreams come true!!
magdah889,,Jan 26, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00That was one of the most amazing experiences I have ever had! I could not stop saying "wow" ! We were very lucky with the the weather and Aurora so kind to us that night! We stopped only twice but every time the show was spectacular, long and breathtaking!! I know I might be a bit biased here because we were gifted with such an incredible Northern Lights show, but Alex and Soraia were so lovely and enthusiastic! It was -21 when we stopped in the mountains and a lot of people were trying to get warm on the bus from time to time, Alex was enthusiastically shouting and knocking on the bus door every time lady Aurora was making appearance again to let us know so we could go outside, and that was every couple minutes 😆 Great guides and thank you to the driver Ivan too 😊
Excellent staff and Aurora !
Explore808948,,Jan 26, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Very good communication , knowledge , talking, drink , and finally perfect aurora ! It was heavy snow and low KP-index, but excellent two guides and driver were searching aurore place without give-up. We strong recommend this tour !
The most amazing view of the Northern Lights
Kathy M,,Jan 26, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Our big bus trip turned into a minibus chase but this turned out to make for a very friendly atmosphere as we were asked to introduce ourselves. We were all from very different parts of the world. Meda, our guide, was amazing and knew exactly which location(s) we should travel to. Supported by driver Brian she took us to three different spots. As an 81 year old this was a bucket list trip having previously failed to see anything much a year ago. My daughters and I saw the most wonderful activity, quite mind blowing and Meda took photos of everyone with fantastic backgrounds. Her patience in finding the right spots and waiting for activity was exceptional. She was also very knowledgeable about the stars and planets, as was Brian, and they pointed them out while we were waiting. On our final stop Meda and Brian lit a fire and served hot drinks to keep us warm. They spoke to everyone and their enthusiasm made the evening even more enjoyable. During our stay in Tromso we have made three trips, including seeing the reindeer. We have been lucky enough to see the lights on each occasion but they were most spectacular on this occasion. Highly recommend Meda and Brian, a great team.
Great Tour of Chasing the Lights
GaryandNancy,,Jan 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This "big bus" tour actually was a mini-bus tour with fewer people, making it more personalized. Great tour; well - planned and coordinated "chase" of the northern lights. Highly recommend this company.
A bucket list experience in full display
aleksandrek2021,,Jan 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A bucket list experience in full display. Special thanks goes to our guides Jonas and Soraia, who took us to the best spot possible, provided with hot drinks, snacks and even charger. Honorable mention: Marcin, whose driving skills really amazed me. He was riding through snow and ice like it was nothing.
To the border of Finland to see them. Brilliant!
690mickeyj,,Jan 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Fantastic evening chasing the Northern Lights all the way to the border of Finland. Jonas, Soraia and Marcin did everything they could to find the best location and conditions and delivered superbly. It's a long trip so don't forget water, snacks and phone charger!
Simply Magnificent
A3342ZIjohnk,,Jan 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The guides were great, friendly & knowledgeable. They chased the lights until they found a spot. They kept us there for some time, then the heavens opened and the lights were on full display. Magnificent. We watched for hours as the lights danced across the skies. A nice fire was made as we stood around it watching the lights. It was cold as we went in December, but with the snowy backdrop as the lights danced was something I will never forget,
Thank you for this amazing experience !
matyldeg,,Jan 21, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Thanks again to Wojtek and Marc for this wonderful night. It was on our bucket list for so long, and we're glad we could share this moment with you. Thank you for your kindness, patience and joyful mood, for the AMAZING (crazy 🤪) photos and the great explanations about the Northern Lights. We recommand this experience at 100000% and we'd be glad to do it again ! Thank you so much !!
18/01/2026 - Big Bus chase
V5170XLst phanem,,Jan 21, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The Big Bus Northern Lights Chase with Ivana and Alex was an incredible experience. Both guides were outstanding and showed impressive adaptability to changing weather conditions. Thanks to their dedication and smart decision-making, we were lucky enough to witness what might have been one of the most impressive Northern Lights shows of the year. They constantly analyzed the data, adjusted locations when fog appeared, and did everything possible to give us the best visibility at the right moment. Their knowledge of astronomy and natural phenomena was impressive, and their explanations were clear, engaging, and easy to understand. On top of that, they were super funny, very patient, and fully committed to capturing the best photos possible for everyone. You could really feel how dedicated and passionate they were to making this experience unforgettable. An amazing night shared with amazing guides!
Ivana and Alex best guides!!
monarcha95,,Jan 20, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00What a night it was! Could not have asked for a better duo of guides than Ivana and Alex. Ivana’s charisma, warmth, and storytelling were otherworldly. Alex’s knowledge, enthusiasm, and excitement were perfect for feeding our curiosity. The pictures they took were amazing, free of charge. Alex and Ivana, a night we will never forget. Thanks again
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