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The 15 Best Tromso Tours & Arctic Trips

119 tours  ·  from $18

Tromso is the easiest place on earth to book an Arctic night. These 15 sort the aurora chases, the husky lines, the Sami camps and the winter whale boats by price, pickup and how much of the night they actually use.

Tromsø: Reindeer Sledding & Feeding with a Sami Guide - The short seaside ride from Tromsø
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Tromsø: Reindeer Sledding & Feeding with a Sami Guide

1.Reindeer Sledding & Feeding with a Sami Guide

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 6,417 reviews · 4 hours · from $198Our pick

Travel by warm bus from Tromsø to a Sami reindeer camp, where guides such as Inga, Ilya, and Maria introduce you to a herd of about 300 animals. Feed the reindeer, enjoy a 25 to 30 minute sled ride when available, eat hot stew, and hear Sami stories and joik in a lavvu.

“This was such an amazing activity and I definitely recommend. The coach was on time and the journey to the camp wasn’t too long. Once we got to the camp we were so impressed with how kind and friendly the workers were. The Sami guides were lovely and it was so interesting to hear about their backgrounds. Everything was straight forward and the reindeer were beautiful. You could feed them as many buckets of food as you wanted however most of them didn’t want to eat and just wanted to relax in the snow. The farm was so picturesque and calm. This was the best activity we did on our…”

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Tromsø: Whale Watching Tour by Hybrid-Electric Boat - Meeting the boat at Kaigata 6
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Tromsø: Whale Watching Tour by Hybrid-Electric Boat

2.Whale Watching Tour by Hybrid-Electric Boat

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 4,217 reviews · from $195

From Tromsø, sail a hybrid-electric catamaran toward Skjervøy, where herring draws orcas, humpbacks, fin and sperm whales. You get heated lounges, panoramic windows, Wi-Fi, live English guiding, and about 1 to 1.5 hours near feeding grounds. Bring warm layers and seasickness medicine.

“Really recommend this trip, the guides were super nice and knowledgeable. We were very lucky and got to see a bunch of orcas ! But even if you don’t see them the view is amazing”

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From Tromsø: Aurora Borealis Tour - Meeting the guide outside The Dock
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From Tromsø: Aurora Borealis Tour

3.Aurora Borealis Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 4,206 reviews · from $181

Join Arctic Breeze AS for a six-hour Northern Lights chase from Tromsø. Guides such as Brynjar, Oscar, Andy, and Mattia use weather forecasts and local knowledge to seek clear skies, sometimes driving toward Finland. You get thermal clothing, hot drinks, tripod use, camera help, and portraits.

“The tour overall was amazing and we were fortunate enough to get a great view of the lights for a long time. Oscar was really helpful talking us through the plans and was more than happy to take a lot of pictures on multiple different occasions. The only slight criticism is the bus itself, it felt very cramp and I am not a big person by any means but 4 seats at the back should be for kids in my mind. I would 100% recommend this to others!”

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Tromsø’s Top-Rated Fjord & Fishing Cruise – All-Inclusive - Setting out from central Tromsø
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Tromsø’s Top-Rated Fjord & Fishing Cruise – All-Inclusive

4.Tromsø’s Top-Rated Fjord & Fishing Cruise – All-Inclusive

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 4,017 reviews · from $142

Spend five hours aboard Capella with Polar Adventures, cruising Tromsø’s fjords, spotting wildlife near Rya Island, and fishing in Ramfjord. Guides such as Thomas, Jack, Estefania, and Kristina have helped make the trip warm and hands-on, with fish soup, vegan soup, and unlimited hot drinks included.

“It was the perfect tour with amazing scenery of the fjords. The start and end location of the tour was just one minute away from the Radisson Blu—very convenient. The boat was small but cozy, with nice tea and coffee facilities. Fishing was also fun; we saw an eagle and the fish caught by the tourists, was added to the freshly cooked fish soup. By the way Stephanie’s fish soup was the best food we tried during the trip. The hosts were friendly and attentive—I definitely recommend it!”

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Tromsø: Fjords and Sommarøy Islands Tour with Salmon Picnic - Meeting the coach in central Tromsø
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Tromsø: Fjords and Sommarøy Islands Tour with Salmon Picnic

5.Fjords and Sommarøy Islands Tour with Salmon Picnic

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 3,922 reviews · 4.5 hours · from $112

Join an English or Spanish speaking guide such as Andreas, Cande, Joanna, or Laura for a 4.5-hour coach trip from Tromsø to Sommarøy. Expect fjord viewpoints, island scenery, local food tastings, a beach picnic, and the chance to swim in Arctic waters.

“We had a wonderful Argentinian woman,unfortunately I can’t remember her name. She was fantastic and funny. She had lots of knowledge about the fjords and Sommoroy island. The barbecue was delicious. We enjoyed the trip immensely.”

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Tromsø: Self-Drive Husky Dog Sledding Adventure - Meeting the huskies on Kvaløya
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Tromsø: Self-Drive Husky Dog Sledding Adventure

6.Self-Drive Husky Dog Sledding Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 3,498 reviews · from $328

Meet 130 Alaskan huskies on Kvaløya, learn to drive your own sled, and take turns guiding a team through snowy Arctic scenery. The 70 to 80-minute run includes photo stops and real teamwork, followed by hot drinks and Hege’s chocolate cake in a Sami Lavvo.

“One of the most magical experiences we have ever done! Well planned, organised and a good mix of experience, meeting and cuddling the huskies with a talk with hot drink and cake - definitely would recommend”

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Tromsø: Reindeer Camp and Sami Cultural Tour with Lunch - Meeting the herd of reindeer
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Tromsø: Reindeer Camp and Sami Cultural Tour with Lunch

7.Reindeer Camp and Sami Cultural Tour with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 3,326 reviews · 4 hours · from $141

Travel about 35 to 40 minutes from Tromsø to a Sami reindeer ranch, where you feed a herd of roughly 250 to 300 animals. Warm up with hot drinks and cookies, eat reindeer stew or vegetarian soup, then hear Sami stories and a traditional joik song from guides such as Johannes, Inga, or Daniel.

“The tour was really nice. Super organized and informational + enough time with reindeers. Would recommend.”

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Tromsø: Northern Lights Chase Minibus Tour - Meeting in central Tromsø
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Tromsø: Northern Lights Chase Minibus Tour

8.Northern Lights Chase Minibus Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 2,687 reviews · from $172

Leave Tromsø with Polar Adventures and chase clear skies toward the Finnish border when needed. Guides such as Joanna, Romain, Aneta, and Hans Eric explain the aurora, help with camera settings, provide thermal suits and hot drinks, and take professional photos during this seven-hour evening trip.

“Juan and Socrates did a great job with our tour. They took us to great locations with terrific views of the northern lights. They were friendly and informative.”

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Tromsø: Reindeer Sled, Dinner, and Chance of Northern Lights - Feeding a herd of 300 reindeer
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Tromsø: Reindeer Sled, Dinner, and Chance of Northern Lights

9.Reindeer Sled, Dinner, and Chance of Northern Lights

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 2,651 reviews · 4h 30m · from $219

Meet Sami hosts such as Anna, Luona, or Thea, feed a herd of about 300 reindeer, and take a nighttime sled ride near Tromsø. You’ll warm up in a candlelit gamme with hot drinks, eat a three-course dinner, hear Sami stories and joik, and watch for the Northern Lights.

“It was our best experience in Norway and absolutely made our holiday. The ride on the sledge was a little bumpy but the northern lights made an appearance and the whole experience became magical. The stories and singing from the two Sami girls was delightful and the food and drink very tasty. We would not hesitate to recommend it.”

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Tromso Aurora Hunt with Bonfire, Soup, Winter Gear & Transfers - Following the weather beyond Tromsø
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Tromso Aurora Hunt with Bonfire, Soup, Winter Gear & Transfers

10.Tromso Aurora Hunt with Bonfire, Soup, Winter Gear & Transfers

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,290 reviews · 5 to 8 hours (approx.) · from $226Top rated

Meet near Tromsø’s Scandic Ishavhotel and set off in a small group with an English-speaking guide such as Magda, Bart, Anna, or Jordan. Your team follows the clearest skies, offers thermal suits, boots, soup, hot drinks, and bonfire warmth, then sends souvenir photos by email.

“Our Northern Lights tour was truly unforgettable and exceeded all our expectations. From start to finish, everything was extremely well organized, and the entire team made sure we had the best possible experience despite the challenging Arctic conditions. Our driver brought us safely to and from each location, making the journey comfortable and stress-free. The guide played a crucial role by constantly checking the weather, cloud coverage, and aurora activity, carefully selecting the best possible spots to maximize our chances of seeing the Northern Lights. It was clear that he had great knowledge and experience. Even though I don’t remember their names, both the driver and the guide were ou...”

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Tromsø: Arctic Fjord Cruise With Stop On Land At Fish Racks - Ramfjorden: your first wide Arctic views
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Tromsø: Arctic Fjord Cruise With Stop On Land At Fish Racks

11.Arctic Fjord Cruise With Stop On Land At Fish Racks

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,268 reviews · 4 hours · from $125

Cruise Tromsø’s Arctic fjords aboard Brim Explorer’s quiet hybrid-electric catamaran. Guides such as Tobias, Fred, Frida, Francesca, and Lina explain local nature and history as you pass fishing villages, spot eagles or dolphins, watch an underwater drone, and stop at a fish farm and fish racks.

“Very fun and nice crew! Nice stop with delicious tasting Interesting historic facts on the tour Seeing the majestic fjords from the water was amazing Recommended for all age groups :)”

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Tromsø: Northern Lights Chase with Free Photos - Why the route may reach Kvaløya or the Finnish border
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Tromsø: Northern Lights Chase with Free Photos

12.Northern Lights Chase with Free Photos

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 2,097 reviews · from $181

You’ll chase the aurora in a Mercedes Sprinter with up to 16 people, following the clearest forecast toward the coast, inland, or the Finnish border. Guides such as Stefan, Jack, and Magne offer camera help, hot drinks, biscuits, thermal suits, and free high-resolution photos.

“This was one of the most memorable nights of my life. If you’re in the Tromso and want a real aurora adventure, I highly recommend this tour!”

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From Tromsø: Fun and Easy Dog Sledding Adventure - Getting Ready for Your First Run
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From Tromsø: Fun and Easy Dog Sledding Adventure

13.Fun and Easy Dog Sledding Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 2,004 reviews · 4h 30m · from $282

Travel 50 minutes from Tromsø to Breivikeidet for a self-drive husky ride through open fields and forest trails. You share a sled, take turns driving for about 30 minutes each, then meet the dogs and warm up with tea and cake in a lavvu. English-speaking guides, thermal gear, and transport are included.

“Loved the experience from start to end. Highly knowledgeable guides who were welcoming and provided a full explanation of the sledding activity and safety for the dogs and ourselves.”

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Tromsø: Northern Lights Tour with Free Professional Portrait - Why the guide matters more than the map
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Tromsø: Northern Lights Tour with Free Professional Portrait

14.Northern Lights Tour with Free Professional Portrait

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,939 reviews · from $181

Meet at Kirkegata 2 in central Tromsø for a six-hour aurora chase with local guides such as Mansoor, Abdul, Amar, and Aram. Travel by minibus toward clearer skies, warm up in a thermal suit beside a campfire, learn night photography, and receive a free professional portrait when conditions allow.

“Abdul was fantastic. We weren’t hopeful to see the lights, but he found a couple of great locations and we were able to see the beauty. Thank you for the unforgettable experience!”

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Tromsø Whale Safari with MS Gabriele - Why Skjervøy is worth the long ride
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Tromsø Whale Safari with MS Gabriele

15.Tromsø Whale Safari with MS Gabriele

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 1,937 reviews · 6 hours · from $207

Set out from Nerstrandkaia in Tromsø aboard the warm, fast catamaran MS Gabriele. Guides including Lorenzo, Bjørnar, and Raul explain whale behavior as you search for orcas and humpbacks near Skjervøy. Watch from heated indoor seats or three outdoor decks, with snacks and drinks available onboard.

“The staff were so helpful and informative, they were as excited as we were to see the different whales”

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