WhyTromsø?
The best time and SPOT for the Northern Lights
Tromsø is the magic of the Arctic – the city right under the auroral oval, where the sky dances in green and purple almost every clear night. November is the best month for viewing: new moon, long polar nights, and peak solar activity. We can't guarantee it – because the Aurora is a natural wonder – but we've chosen the dates and conditions so your chances of seeing it are at their highest.
And when you're not gazing at the sky – the sea around Tromsø teems with life. Majestic humpback whales and orcas arrive for the seasonal herring feast. On land, dog sledding, Sami culture, and the views from the Fjellheisen cable car await you. This is Norway beyond the postcards – rugged, wild, and enchanting.
Is this journey meant for you?
Challenge
Comfort
Nature
Culture
This is a journey for those who wish to feel the might of the Arctic - from the celestial lights to the call of the whales.
We'll hop on boats, glide on sleighs, warm ourselves by the fire in a Sami camp, and wait for the sky to burst into colours.
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About the Journey
Aurora Borealis - the Northern Lights
2025 is a golden year for the Northern Lights – the solar cycle is at its peak and the chance for the sky to burst into green, purple, and red is the highest in a decade. Our journey coincides with a new moon, when the darkness is complete and the colours are seen most clearly.
Tromsø is among the most magical SPOTS on the planet for chasing the aurora – situated high in the Arctic Circle, with access to various microclimates. This means that even when the sky over the city is cloudy, our guides know where to take us – sometimes to the shores of the fjords, other times deep inland, and if necessary – all the way to neighbouring Finland.
Our mission is simple: to maximise the chance to witness the celestial dance. The probability of seeing the aurora within a span of a few nights is over 80%. Sometimes it's a barely noticeable green glow on the horizon, at other times – an explosion of colours enveloping the entire sky.
In these nights there are no guarantees – there’s patience, cold, and long hours under the Arctic sky. But when the lights come alive, time stops. It's an experience that stays with you for a lifetime.




The Marine World
Orcas and Humpback Whales
Winter in Tromsø is a season of underwater wonders. Between November and January, the fjords fill with millions of herring, attracting magnificent humpback whales, playful orcas, and sometimes even fin whales and sperm whales. This is one of the few SPOTS in the world where these giants come so close to the shore – and the chances of seeing them during this period are exceptional.
Our safari is conducted with special hybrid-electric boats that switch to a completely silent mode as we approach the whales. This way, we don't disturb their peace, and the sensation of seeing them in the silence of the Arctic fjords is even more thrilling.
We will sail through the snowy landscapes of the Arctic, in the rare hours of polar light – that soft blue-golden glow that makes the atmosphere feel almost otherworldly. When the giant back of a whale breaks the surface by the boat or the orcas approach in a sleek group, time stands still. It's an encounter that stays deep in memory – just as impressive as the Northern Lights.
Ancient Traditions
Elk and Sami Culture
The Arctic is not just nature – it is also home to the oldest indigenous people in Europe – the Sami. In the outskirts of Tromsø, we will be welcomed by a family that preserves its centuries-old traditions. We will get up close with their reindeer, feed them, and even test our skills at lasso throwing – a practice that remains part of their daily life.
Following our encounter with these animals, we will gather in a lavvu – the traditional Sami tent – by the fire and savour the aroma of warm stew. There, we’ll hear tales of their lifestyle, the trials of Arctic winters, and experience the magic of joik – the ancient song echoing like the voice of the tundra itself.
If there's enough snow, we might even embark on an authentic Arctic journey on sleighs pulled by reindeer. In any case – with or without the ride – a day with this community offers one of the purest and most genuine experiences the Arctic has to offer.




Forest Adventures
Dog Sledding
Nothing says 'Arctic' quite like Huskies running through the snowy wilderness. Our adventure begins with a journey through mountains and fjords until we reach a remote valley – a SPOT where the silence is broken only by the breath of the dogs and the creaking of sleds on the snow.
After a brief instruction, we'll harness our own team of Huskies and set off on the Arctic traveller's route, alternating between the role of musher – the sled guide – and a passenger simply enjoying the views. The feeling of controlling a team of dogs that instinctively know their way through the snowy tundra is both thrilling and completely authentic.
The trails are suitable for beginners yet long enough to experience true Arctic freedom. Between rides, we’ll warm up with hot food and drinks, meet the animals up close, and listen to their tales from the experienced guides.
This is one of those experiences that captures the spirit of the North – raw, beautiful, and endlessly alive.
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