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Express Aurora Hunt 4hrs

  • Tromsø, Norway
  • Min Age: 4
  • Winter
  • 15th September - 15th April
  • 4 HOURS
  • Group Size: 4-15 PAX
From NOK

1800 / Person

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Discover the beauty of the Arctic sky.

DETAILS
Season:15th September - 15th April
Duration:4 HOURS
Group size:

max. 15 pax (Minimum of 4 adults to confirm the tour)

Minimum age:

4 years old (please assess your child’s comfort & safety for this activity – we can accept younger children, however, parents must bring a car seat, thermal clothing and a meal, the office must be informed)

Meeting time:

 19:50 in front of the Scandic Ishavhotel Fredrik Langes gate 2, 9008 Tromsø | 18:50 from March 26 – April 15

Meeting location:the Scandic Ishavhotel Fredrik Langes gate 2, 9008 Tromsø
Departure:

20:00 | 19:00 March 26 – April 15

Return time:

Drop off at Scandic Ishavhotel or Breivika kai

Carbon emission:

8.3kg; offset by Chooose. Wandering Owl is eco-certified by Travelife.

Inclusions:

Transport, a guide, option to purchase photographs(see pricelist), biscuits (vegan biscuits upon request) & hot drink.

Safety considerations:

The tour involves some walking (at least 200m); the conditions may be icy, slippery, uneven, muddy, snowy, or otherwise. The temperatures may be extremely cold (sometimes below -30). Please ensure you are wearing appropriate clothing underneath your thermal suit.

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Adults Only Aurora Hunt with Citizen Science

Ready to tick the Northern Lights off your bucket list?

Come with us for our Express Aurora Hunt and have a guaranteed early return to Tromsø city centre. Leave the city lights behind and travel into the Arctic wilderness. During this activity, our small team of Aurora guides check the forecasts and uses local knowledge to decide on the best place to chase the Northern Lights. On this tour, we will travel wherever looks safest and with the best chances of seeing the Northern Lights within 1 hr of Tromsø city centre.

What can you expect from Aurora Hunt with Wandering Owl?

  • 4-hour Northern Lights tour, ideal before early flights or cruises
  • Small group with expert guides using forecasts and local knowledge
  • Travel up to 1 hour from Tromsø to find the best Aurora spot
  • Warm drink and sweet biscuit under the Arctic night sky
  • Optional Aurora photos, available for purchase after the tour
  • Guaranteed return to city centre or cruise dock by midnight
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Witness: The magic of the Arctic sky.

The Arctic night sky offers a stunning display you won’t forget. As the Northern Lights move across the sky in vivid colours, every night becomes its own special moment. No two displays are ever the same, and the memory stays with you long after your journey is over.

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Experience: A Taste of the Arctic Wilderness

Leave the city behind and step into the quiet edges of the Arctic night. This tour stays closer to Tromsø, but still brings you far enough to escape the lights and feel the stillness of nature. It’s a peaceful way to enjoy the Northern Lights—surrounded by open skies, crisp air, and the magic of the moment.

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Challenge yourself: The Arctic cold.

The Arctic cold adds a spark to the experience. With proper clothing and short walks only, it’s a challenge you can comfortably enjoy. The crisp air and quiet dark bring the senses to life—just enough to remind you you’re somewhere truly special.

More about the experience

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Stories, snacks, and the Arctic sky.

Pause for a warm drink and a sweet biscuit while your guide shares tales of ancient myths and Aurora science. All beneath the glowing Northern Lights and vast Arctic sky.

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Wandering Owl Minivan

Travel in comfort and safety with our well-equipped minivan. It’s regularly serviced, fitted with top safety features, and driven by a licensed Norwegian driver with local experience—you’re in good hands.

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A Night Under the Northern Lights

Watch the Arctic sky come alive with shades of green, pink, and purple. The aurora is never guaranteed, but our experienced team will go the extra mile to find it. When it appears, it’s a moment you’ll never forget.

Important information

After booking with us you’ll receive a confirmation email. Please read through the email carefully and ensure all details are correct. If you don’t receive a confirmation email from us, please get in contact with our friendly team.

Our terms and conditions and our generous 24hr cancellation policy can be found here.

All participants need to complete the eWaiver before the tour/activity start time. Here is the link to our waiver. It’s one eWaiver per booking, no matter how many Wandering Owl activities you join. If you have been on tour with us in the last 12 months, you do not need to complete another waiver.

It’s a great idea to dress in layers, so as you warm up or cool down, you can add and remove layers. We suggest: woollen base layer, woollen sweater, down mid layer and a shell or windproof jacket as the final layer. Jeans, especially skinny jeans, aren’t windproof, nor do they have any thermal qualities. High heels and fashion shoes are unsuitable. Synthetic materials and cotton that are more than 50% blend are unsuitable.

We suggest downloading WhatsApp before travelling to Norway. We prefer to use WhatsApp or email when communicating with our guests. Remember to keep your phone handy on the day of the tour in case we need to make last-minute changes or communicate with you.

Due to the duration of the tour, we cannot go as far as a longer tour. For example, this tour cannot go to Finland. If you wish to have the highest chances, we suggest you book our Aurora Hunt with Citizen Science. 

We offer a generous cancellation policy: guests can cancel free of charge up to 24 hours before the tour. After that, bookings become non-refundable.
Please note that we never cancel a tour just because the forecast shows clouds. Our team knows that the Aurora can still appear—even on cloudy nights—and we often succeed in finding clear skies. You can learn more about our approach in the Northern Lights blog category.

Wandering Owl is eco-certified by Travelife. This means we meet international sustainability standards and take real action to protect the Arctic environment. From small group sizes to reducing waste and supporting local communities, we believe every choice matters. Responsible travel is at the heart of what we do.

Stories From Our Happy Explorers

Great!

I finally saw the Northern Lights — after a failed attempt last year in Finland, Wandering Owl made it happen!
Their guides are incredibly skilled: they follow weather updates in real time and take you where the sky is clearest, even when conditions look tough.
The experience was warm, personal, and deeply respectful of nature. Highly recommended, especially if you’re looking for a sustainable and meaningful Aurora hunt.

Cristina G

100% recommended

Amazing tour, we had zero hopes to be able to watch an Aurora because the day had been cloudy and snowing, but thanks to the costant sync of Isaac and Vitek with other colleagues and taking into account the forecast we were able to see an aurora.
Amazing team!

Atali M

Highly recommend booking!

The BEST choice for aurora hunting. I’m so glad I had booked his in addition to my tour activities because the experience was top notch compared to other “aurora safaris.” Joan and Adam did a great job finding us a location which was dark and undisturbed by drivers passing by. We got the show of a lifetime and I am so thankful. Joan kept checking in to make sure we were warm. They also provided warm drinks and cookies. So thankful for the experience and highly recommend.

Emily Wagon

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