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Tromso Aurora Hunt with Bonfire, Meal, Winter Suit & Photos

4.81

4.8(2,414 reviews)

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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, make a cosy campfire, and enjoy a warm 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.

Enjoy our hot drinks 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

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 with your winter boots.

A small amount of walking is involved, you must be able to walk 200m

Please be prepared for limited toilet facilities, there might 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). Be prepared that nature is your only toilet option.

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

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.

Children - parents are required in advance to send a copy of the child's passport or EU id to confirm the age of the child before the start of the tour.

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

8 hours • Admission Not Applicable

Options

Tromso Aurora Hunt with Bonfire, Meal, Winter Suit & Photos

What‘s Included

Multiple hotel drop-off locations on Tromsø

Pick up in front of the Scandic Ishavhotel, Fredrik Langes gate 2, 9008 Troms

All taxes, fees and handling charges

Souvenir photos (websize resolution sent by email after the tour and highest resolution available for purchase)

The activity will be in English

Thermal suits. Provide your suit size (Unisex XS-XXL)

Warm meal

Hotel pickup

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Reviews

4.81

2,414 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

2177

123

Nothing like the listing, unsafe driving, and a "meal" bought on sale at a grocery store
anonymousscout,Jun 3, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
1.00
I booked this expecting the experience described on Wandering Owl's own website. Almost none of it matched what we got, and the gap was wide enough that I'm still in disbelief and working through it. Our guide turned up 15 to 20 minutes late with no apology of any kind. She then made the rest of us sit and wait another 20 to 30 minutes for one final passenger. Before we had even left, close to an hour of the evening was gone. Irritating as that was, the driving was the part that frightened me. Once we set off, the vehicle drifted back and forth across the lane markings on both sides of the road, again and again. This was late at night, on cold and icy roads, well outside town, with a van full of people who had no choice but to sit there and hope we made it back to civilization in one piece. The guiding was close to nonexistent. No stories, no facts about Tromso, no context about Norway, the landscape, the culture, the Sami, or the northern lights themselves. At one point she announced to the van that she had a Spotify playlist of Sami music, then played it loudly for the rest of the drive as a substitute for any real commentary. The single piece of "local content" she managed was a small reindeer farm we blew past in about three seconds, barely long enough to register that it existed. I had come prepared with questions about the aurora, the region, and the culture. After one short, dismissive answer to my very first question, it was obvious the rest would go nowhere, so I gave up asking. When another guest asked, reasonably, what our chances were of seeing the aurora that night, the answer set the tone for everything that followed. She brushed it off and said she does not believe in probabilities or percentages and simply reads the colors in her app (which was not even the same app as the one listed on Wandering Owl's website). That kind of shrug might pass for someone heading out alone, but she was responsible for a vanload of paying customers, hauling them deep into the Norwegian wilderness in the middle of the night in extreme and changeable cold. Looking back at how she dodged that question and how far she drove us into the middle of nowhere, I suspect she already knew the odds that night were dismal and was stretching the distance to make the price feel justified. It never was justified. We saw nothing but a cloudy sky, mountains, trees, rocks, a blink-and-you'll-miss-it glimpse of a reindeer farm, and a great deal of snow. Then the meal, advertised on the booking page as a homecooked meal with cookies. Here's what actually landed in our hands: a few off-brand Norwegian Oreo lookalikes, hot chocolate that was the most watered down and worst tasting I have ever had the misfortune to drink, and one small pouch of instant just-add-water, army-ration style tomato soup. The guide told us herself, openly, that she had grabbed the packets of soup on sale at a local grocery store. Nothing handed to us was homecooked or homemade in any sense of those words or required any special recipe (like those advertised on the Wandering Owl website). The others on my tour were visibly let down by this and by everything else, and the disappointment hung over the entire drive back to Tromso. To sum it up: a guide who arrived late and kept us waiting, drove in a way that was unsafe, offered no real guiding, completely dismissed multiple fair questions, and served a plastic grocery store soup pouch in place of an advertised homecooked meal. For what this tour costs, the chasm between the listing and the reality is the whole reason I am writing this. Anyone considering Wandering Owl should know exactly what they are handing their money over for before they book.
Surprising
FATIMA C,Apr 28, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
Much to discover about the auroras, especially the fact that they can be better appreciated through a camera lens. The experience was intense, but we managed to see them.
Surely the best operator for Aurora Hunt if you like it personal and of high quality
margarethesophiek,Apr 20, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Great operator! Went for snow-shoeing and on an Aurora Hunt. Small groups, friendly and knowledgeable guides. Loved the bonfire, soup and cocoa. Saw an amazing display of northern lights
“An Unforgettable Aurora Experience Led by Exceptional Guides”
616anaks,Apr 13, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
On the evening of 6 April 2026, we were incredibly fortunate to have Anna and Vitek as our tour leaders for our Aurora experience. Anna’s depth of knowledge was truly impressive. She shared fascinating and easy‑to‑understand insights—from scientific theories and background facts to detailed explanations of the Aurora itself and the role of Earth’s magnetic field. Her explanations felt like bringing a textbook to life under the Arctic sky. Both Anna and Vitek went far beyond expectations to give us the best possible chance of witnessing the Aurora for the first time in our lives. Tirelessly, they explored multiple locations—literally going the extra mile—to find the perfect spot with the darkest surroundings and the clearest sky. We were welcomed by a warm campfire and hot soup while patiently waiting for nature’s show to begin. At first, the activity was very low, and doubts began to creep in as the night progressed. However, Anna calmly explained the various elements that needed to align and confidently assured us that the conditions were right—we just needed a little more patience. She was absolutely right. What followed was an unforgettable and awe‑inspiring Aurora display, far exceeding our expectations. Having Anna and Vitek by our side—answering every question, encouraging us, and instilling confidence—made the experience even more special. Just when we thought the night was over and we were already seated on the bus for the return journey, Vitek suddenly noticed that the sky had cleared even further and the Aurora was intensifying. With great excitement, he urged us all to step off the bus again so we wouldn’t miss the moment. Once again, he was right—the Aurora returned even stronger as the night deepened. We were returned safely to our hotel, filled with gratitude, wonder, and unforgettable memories. The level of care, attentiveness, and dedication shown by both Anna and Vitek is beyond what words can fully describe. This was not just a tour—it was a truly memorable life experience. They will forever be part of our memory of witnessing the Aurora for the very first time. Thank you very much. Anak
The best tour ever!!
Isabel S,Apr 12, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
This was such a fantastic tour! Anna and Michael were both incredible guide/driver. We got picked up an hour later due to the times of the sun setting as it’s the end of the season which was great as it gave us a higher chance of seeing the lights. We weren’t hoping to have the best light show due to the end of the season but we saw them so strong. We had a fantastic spot where we had a bonfire and ate soup. Anna and Michael actually moved our spot when a huge coach turned up so we would have a much better experience and not be disrupted which was so great of them. After we had seen the lights for a while we had some hot drinks and biscuits and then the lights came back out again. Anna explained the science behind the northern lights which was great to understand and it meant we knew why we were seeing certain colours. If anyone wants a northern lights tour you must book this one!! Thankyou Anna and Michael
Night under the Aurora
Angela L,Apr 11, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
From pick up to drop off; the Wandering Owl team was amazing. The night was so well organised and our guide and driver were excellent. We made a couple of stops along the way to experience the beautiful Fiordland before making our final stop to set up camp. The thermal suits and boots were great and after our meal of soup, as we sat around the campfire, we were treated to an amazing Aurora display!!! As we were in our way home, Michael our driver stopped again when he noticed it had appeared again; it was even brighter and more beautiful then!! An amazing once in a lifetime experience for our family. Takk!!
Amazing
albacY5830BL,Apr 10, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
The guides were really nice and explained us everything. 100% recommend
Greatest northern lights experience!
philinec2026,Apr 10, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We started here in Tromsø and unfortunately had a little bit of bad luck with the weather as it was very cloudy, so we went all the way to Finnland and had the most beautiful experience ever. Our guides Evgeni and Michael were amazing and never gave up even though everyone was already a little pessimistic. They took great care of us - we had a campfire and ate some soup and while observing the most beautiful northern lights, we had some cookies and hot chocolate. We can definitely recommend this experience to anyone wanting to see the northern lights and have a great time chasing them! :)
Spectacular night out
Anthony D,Apr 8, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Was a great night. Anna was very informative and really knows her stuff. Vitek was a fabulous driver that did a great job getting us setup and packed up
From No Show to KP4—An Unforgettable Aurora Chase
codingbear,Apr 8, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We had a wonderful experience with Fabien and Vitek. As Vitek smoothly drove us toward Finland, Fabien kept us engaged by explaining the sights along the way. He was incredibly attentive—serving us soup, cookies, and beverages, and constantly keeping an eye out for aurora activity. Although we didn’t see any auroras during the campfire, Fabien remained persistent. On the drive back, he asked us to stop twice, and on the final stop, we were finally rewarded with a beautiful KP4 aurora, with white and pink hues dancing across the sky.

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Tromso Aurora Hunt with Bonfire, Meal, Winter Suit & Photos

4.81

4.8(2,414 reviews)

English

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Show all 20 photos

Overview

Available languages

English

Mobile ticket

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.

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

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

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

A small amount of walking is involved, you must be able to walk 200m

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

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.

Children - parents are required in advance to send a copy of the child's passport or EU id to confirm the age of the child before the start of the tour.

What To Expect

8 hours • Admission Not Applicable

Options

Tromso Aurora Hunt with Bonfire, Meal, Winter Suit & Photos

What‘s Included

Multiple hotel drop-off locations on Tromsø

Pick up in front of the Scandic Ishavhotel, Fredrik Langes gate 2, 9008 Troms

All taxes, fees and handling charges

Souvenir photos (websize resolution sent by email after the tour and highest resolution available for purchase)

The activity will be in English

Thermal suits. Provide your suit size (Unisex XS-XXL)

Warm meal

Hotel pickup

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Reviews

4.81

2,414 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

2177

123

Nothing like the listing, unsafe driving, and a "meal" bought on sale at a grocery store
anonymousscout,Jun 3, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
1.00
I booked this expecting the experience described on Wandering Owl's own website. Almost none of it matched what we got, and the gap was wide enough that I'm still in disbelief and working through it. Our guide turned up 15 to 20 minutes late with no apology of any kind. She then made the rest of us sit and wait another 20 to 30 minutes for one final passenger. Before we had even left, close to an hour of the evening was gone. Irritating as that was, the driving was the part that frightened me. Once we set off, the vehicle drifted back and forth across the lane markings on both sides of the road, again and again. This was late at night, on cold and icy roads, well outside town, with a van full of people who had no choice but to sit there and hope we made it back to civilization in one piece. The guiding was close to nonexistent. No stories, no facts about Tromso, no context about Norway, the landscape, the culture, the Sami, or the northern lights themselves. At one point she announced to the van that she had a Spotify playlist of Sami music, then played it loudly for the rest of the drive as a substitute for any real commentary. The single piece of "local content" she managed was a small reindeer farm we blew past in about three seconds, barely long enough to register that it existed. I had come prepared with questions about the aurora, the region, and the culture. After one short, dismissive answer to my very first question, it was obvious the rest would go nowhere, so I gave up asking. When another guest asked, reasonably, what our chances were of seeing the aurora that night, the answer set the tone for everything that followed. She brushed it off and said she does not believe in probabilities or percentages and simply reads the colors in her app (which was not even the same app as the one listed on Wandering Owl's website). That kind of shrug might pass for someone heading out alone, but she was responsible for a vanload of paying customers, hauling them deep into the Norwegian wilderness in the middle of the night in extreme and changeable cold. Looking back at how she dodged that question and how far she drove us into the middle of nowhere, I suspect she already knew the odds that night were dismal and was stretching the distance to make the price feel justified. It never was justified. We saw nothing but a cloudy sky, mountains, trees, rocks, a blink-and-you'll-miss-it glimpse of a reindeer farm, and a great deal of snow. Then the meal, advertised on the booking page as a homecooked meal with cookies. Here's what actually landed in our hands: a few off-brand Norwegian Oreo lookalikes, hot chocolate that was the most watered down and worst tasting I have ever had the misfortune to drink, and one small pouch of instant just-add-water, army-ration style tomato soup. The guide told us herself, openly, that she had grabbed the packets of soup on sale at a local grocery store. Nothing handed to us was homecooked or homemade in any sense of those words or required any special recipe (like those advertised on the Wandering Owl website). The others on my tour were visibly let down by this and by everything else, and the disappointment hung over the entire drive back to Tromso. To sum it up: a guide who arrived late and kept us waiting, drove in a way that was unsafe, offered no real guiding, completely dismissed multiple fair questions, and served a plastic grocery store soup pouch in place of an advertised homecooked meal. For what this tour costs, the chasm between the listing and the reality is the whole reason I am writing this. Anyone considering Wandering Owl should know exactly what they are handing their money over for before they book.
Surprising
FATIMA C,Apr 28, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
Much to discover about the auroras, especially the fact that they can be better appreciated through a camera lens. The experience was intense, but we managed to see them.
Surely the best operator for Aurora Hunt if you like it personal and of high quality
margarethesophiek,Apr 20, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Great operator! Went for snow-shoeing and on an Aurora Hunt. Small groups, friendly and knowledgeable guides. Loved the bonfire, soup and cocoa. Saw an amazing display of northern lights
“An Unforgettable Aurora Experience Led by Exceptional Guides”
616anaks,Apr 13, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
On the evening of 6 April 2026, we were incredibly fortunate to have Anna and Vitek as our tour leaders for our Aurora experience. Anna’s depth of knowledge was truly impressive. She shared fascinating and easy‑to‑understand insights—from scientific theories and background facts to detailed explanations of the Aurora itself and the role of Earth’s magnetic field. Her explanations felt like bringing a textbook to life under the Arctic sky. Both Anna and Vitek went far beyond expectations to give us the best possible chance of witnessing the Aurora for the first time in our lives. Tirelessly, they explored multiple locations—literally going the extra mile—to find the perfect spot with the darkest surroundings and the clearest sky. We were welcomed by a warm campfire and hot soup while patiently waiting for nature’s show to begin. At first, the activity was very low, and doubts began to creep in as the night progressed. However, Anna calmly explained the various elements that needed to align and confidently assured us that the conditions were right—we just needed a little more patience. She was absolutely right. What followed was an unforgettable and awe‑inspiring Aurora display, far exceeding our expectations. Having Anna and Vitek by our side—answering every question, encouraging us, and instilling confidence—made the experience even more special. Just when we thought the night was over and we were already seated on the bus for the return journey, Vitek suddenly noticed that the sky had cleared even further and the Aurora was intensifying. With great excitement, he urged us all to step off the bus again so we wouldn’t miss the moment. Once again, he was right—the Aurora returned even stronger as the night deepened. We were returned safely to our hotel, filled with gratitude, wonder, and unforgettable memories. The level of care, attentiveness, and dedication shown by both Anna and Vitek is beyond what words can fully describe. This was not just a tour—it was a truly memorable life experience. They will forever be part of our memory of witnessing the Aurora for the very first time. Thank you very much. Anak
The best tour ever!!
Isabel S,Apr 12, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
This was such a fantastic tour! Anna and Michael were both incredible guide/driver. We got picked up an hour later due to the times of the sun setting as it’s the end of the season which was great as it gave us a higher chance of seeing the lights. We weren’t hoping to have the best light show due to the end of the season but we saw them so strong. We had a fantastic spot where we had a bonfire and ate soup. Anna and Michael actually moved our spot when a huge coach turned up so we would have a much better experience and not be disrupted which was so great of them. After we had seen the lights for a while we had some hot drinks and biscuits and then the lights came back out again. Anna explained the science behind the northern lights which was great to understand and it meant we knew why we were seeing certain colours. If anyone wants a northern lights tour you must book this one!! Thankyou Anna and Michael
Night under the Aurora
Angela L,Apr 11, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
From pick up to drop off; the Wandering Owl team was amazing. The night was so well organised and our guide and driver were excellent. We made a couple of stops along the way to experience the beautiful Fiordland before making our final stop to set up camp. The thermal suits and boots were great and after our meal of soup, as we sat around the campfire, we were treated to an amazing Aurora display!!! As we were in our way home, Michael our driver stopped again when he noticed it had appeared again; it was even brighter and more beautiful then!! An amazing once in a lifetime experience for our family. Takk!!
Amazing
albacY5830BL,Apr 10, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
The guides were really nice and explained us everything. 100% recommend
Greatest northern lights experience!
philinec2026,Apr 10, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We started here in Tromsø and unfortunately had a little bit of bad luck with the weather as it was very cloudy, so we went all the way to Finnland and had the most beautiful experience ever. Our guides Evgeni and Michael were amazing and never gave up even though everyone was already a little pessimistic. They took great care of us - we had a campfire and ate some soup and while observing the most beautiful northern lights, we had some cookies and hot chocolate. We can definitely recommend this experience to anyone wanting to see the northern lights and have a great time chasing them! :)
Spectacular night out
Anthony D,Apr 8, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Was a great night. Anna was very informative and really knows her stuff. Vitek was a fabulous driver that did a great job getting us setup and packed up
From No Show to KP4—An Unforgettable Aurora Chase
codingbear,Apr 8, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We had a wonderful experience with Fabien and Vitek. As Vitek smoothly drove us toward Finland, Fabien kept us engaged by explaining the sights along the way. He was incredibly attentive—serving us soup, cookies, and beverages, and constantly keeping an eye out for aurora activity. Although we didn’t see any auroras during the campfire, Fabien remained persistent. On the drive back, he asked us to stop twice, and on the final stop, we were finally rewarded with a beautiful KP4 aurora, with white and pink hues dancing across the sky.