Northern Lights Tours
Solar Cycle 25 hit its predicted peak in 2025 and remains highly active through 2026. This is statistically the best aurora decade since records began. Tromsø is your base.
Recommended operators
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GetYourGuide — Tromsø Aurora
Group & private tours
€89/person
Largest selection of vetted guides. Cancellation if no lights.
Commission: 7%
Check availabilityViator — Northern Lights Chase
Group tours
€79/person
Best price for group bookings. Mobile tickets. 24/7 support.
Commission: 8–10%
Check availabilityLocal Private Guides
Private (2–8 people)
€400/group
Maximum flexibility. Guide chooses the location based on real-time forecast.
Commission: €40+ flat
Check availabilityHow to maximise your chances
Book October–March
Polar night = dark skies 24/7. September and April have short dark windows — not ideal for chases.
Check Kp index daily
Space Weather Center posts 3-day forecasts. Kp ≥ 3 is visible from Tromsø. Kp ≥ 5 (G1 storm) puts the aurora overhead.
Private tour vs group
A private guide for 4 people costs ~€100/person and can drive 300+ km in a night. Group tours are fixed-route — fine if skies are clear.
Hurtigruten guarantee
If you cruise Tromsø–Kirkenes and see no Northern Lights, Hurtigruten offers a free 6-day cruise. One of the safest bets in aurora tourism.
Start with the destination guide
Not sure which region to base yourself in? Read our Northern Norway and Svalbard guides first.