Northern Lights Tour, Tromso, Local Guide, Private Basecamp

Recommended by 100% of travelers

Tromso, Norway

5 to 7 hours (approx.)
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

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Overview

What's Included

Snacks

Hot beverage and snacks
Thermo suit and snow boots for borrowing.
Access to Private Basecamp (subject to weather)
Experienced local driver and guide
Drop off -off within 15 minutes of city center
Transportation by minibus

Hotel pick up

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

Magic Ice Bar Tromsø
Kaigata 4, 9008 Tromsø, Norway
The tour starts at 7:00 pm from the Magic Ice Bar, Kaigata 4, 9008 Tromsø. When the tour is over, we drive the guests up to 10 minutes outside Tromsø city center.

End point

Magic Ice Bar Tromsø
Kaigata 4, 9008 Tromsø, Norway
We drive guests to an address 10 minutes outside the city center.

Start time
.6:45 pm

Itinerary

Troms (Pass By)

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Not recommended for travelers with back problems
Not recommended for pregnant travelers

No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Most travelers can participate
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers

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Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Reviews

5.0

based on 13 reviews

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Marvelous Northern Lights experience with a local tour guide and owner.

Michael_A, Oct 2026

We are traveling via cruise ship to northern Norway seeking a view of the Northern Lights. We booked this tour via Viator with a local tour guide and owner and for a better price than offered by the cruise line for a small group tour. Trygve picked us up at the assigned time and place. He then drove us about an hour out of Tromsø. The ride was safe and warm in a spacious van. We stopped once along the way to observe the northern lights as they were emerging. We then proceeded to Trygve’s private boathouse on a lake. The house was nicely heated and ample warm drinks and snacks were provided. Trygve is a gracious and thoughtful host and an excellent conversationalist. He is particularly enthusiastic and knowledgable about the northern lights. On the evening of our tour we were rewarded by repeated, bright and active northern lights. At times the entire dome of the sky was illuminated! These displays were brilliant and easily seen with the naked eye. On a cold night we were able to warm up then slip outside to observe the show then warm up again as needed. The snacks and drinks were of local origin, plentiful and delicious. Overall, we had a wonderful experience that will provide lasting memories we can share via conversation, the photos we took and the beautiful photos that Trygve took and sent to us the next day. Upon discussion with other passengers, we found that many were disappointed and did not see the lights on their tours and those who were successful had to stay in the cold for an extended period whereas we had a warm and inviting space to be in while waiting for the northern lights to show. We recommend this tour and Trygve’s care to anyone seeking a tour out of Tromsø. A view of the Northern Lights is never guaranteed but a good experience will still be had with Trygve and Tromsø Travel.

Best Ever Northern Lights Tour

Ernie_C, Mar 2026

You can’t find a better tour guide. He is exceptional. His knowledge of the area is second to none! “T” is the best!

Response from Host, Mar 2026

Hi Ernie, thank you so much for the lovely feedback. We had a fantastic trip together, and yes, we got to see the Northern Lights several times. We also enjoyed some hot drinks and something good to eat. If you come back to Tromsø, feel free to get in touch with us again. Please say hello to Sally from us. Kind regards, Siv and Trygve (Mr. T)

Not only northern lights

Andreas_O, Feb 2026

Trygve was great and very generous. He made the experience something extra. And of course the northern lights were amazing.

Response from Host, Feb 2026

Thank you very much for the nice feedback. We had a great trip together, and it was very nice talking with you. We also got to see the Northern Lights. Welcome back to Tromsø — feel free to contact us if you have any questions, and we will help you as best we can. Kind regards, Trygve and family.

Beautiful intimate excursion

Gabriella_B, Jan 2026

A magical and memorable New Year’s Eve spent with Tromso Travel - we were picked up in the city with a warm welcome and then drove to their private camp where the northern lights made a beautiful appearance in the unspoiled wilderness. Avoiding the bigger crowds and roadside camps we were on in our own private wilderness. It was a small group, everyone was super friendly and we had some nice hot drinks, a fire and snacks including toasting marshmallows. We stopped along the way back to see more northern lights spots and then drove above the city to watch the spectacular NYE fireworks in Tromso. We will be back again, loved every minute of this trip and experiencing it with a local guide and small group was perfect for us.

Response from Host, Jan 2026

Thank you so much for taking the time to share this wonderful review. We are truly grateful that you chose to spend such a meaningful New Year’s Eve with us. It means a lot to hear that you enjoyed the peaceful setting of our private camp.Creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere with a small group, hot drinks, a fire, and simple shared moments is exactly what we hope for, and we are happy it came across. We are also glad you could experience the Northern Lights along the way and end the night above Tromsø with the New Year’s fireworks. That combination makes the evening extra special, and it is lovely to know it became a memorable part of your trip. Thank you for your kind words and for appreciating the local and personal approach. We would be very happy to welcome you back again in the future. Kind regards Trygve

Excellent

Fernando_L, Mar 2026

It is highly recommended, and the guide Mr T very attentive to everyone. Superb driver If I come back I'd choose him again

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Response from Host, Mar 2026

Hi Fernando“Thank you so much for the lovely feedback. We had a great trip together. If/when you come back to Tromsø, remember that Tromsø must also be experienced in the summer — I would be very happy to meet you again. Please send our greetings to everyone. Kind regards, Trygve, Mr. T.”

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