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Northern Light Photo tour

Recommended by 94% of travelers
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Kiruna, Sweden
  • 4 hours (approx.)
  • Pickup offered
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

Overview

Capture the Northern Lights with confidence on a photography-focused experience designed to maximize both viewing conditions and image quality. Travel to optimal locations away from light pollution while learning techniques to photograph the aurora effectively. This experience combines expert guidance with real-time conditions, helping you leave with both unforgettable memories and high-quality images.
  • Improve your photography skills with Northern Lights-specific tips
  • Learn techniques for low-light shooting
  • Navigate easily to optimal viewing locations with your guide
  • Capture lasting images and memories of the aurora

What's Included

  • Camera with wide-angle lens
  • Tripod for camera or mobile phone
  • Headlamp
  • Cover clothes and shoes
  • Booster seats for children
  • SD memory card for the camera, can be purchased from the guide SEK 250

Meeting and Pickup

You can head directly to the meeting point, or request pickup

Pickup points

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Pickup details

Icehotel at the meeting point pick up 7:00 pm Outside Kiruna tourist office pick up 7:15 pm Camp Ripan in the reception 7.30 pm Please be on location 5 minutes before departure, we are not waiting longer than 5 minutes for you. If you are late, please contact us.

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Meeting point

  • Camp Ripan
    Campingvägen 5, 981 35 Kiruna, Sweden

    We meet you in the reception at Camp Ripan 7:30 pm.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What To Expect

Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Near public transportation
  • Most travelers can participate
  • A wheelchair must be notified when booking
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers

Cancellation Policy

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

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Reviews

4.7
based on 18 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Great way to see the lights

hwinnie80, Oct 2024
I really liked this tour and would recommend it. The guide provided cameras. Gave us a lesson on how to photograph the lights and we went about 40 minutes out for a spot to see them. Because of the cloud coverage the lights were very slight to the naked eye but the camera could capture them beautifully. The tour provides everything but the Sd card which you can bring or buy off the guide for around $25 usd.

Response from Host, Oct 2024

So nice that you had a good experience of the northern lights despite the challenges of the weather

What an unforgettable experience!

Jacqueline_H, Sep 2024
What an unforgettable experience! Our guide, Ilya, was incredibly sweet and made the night extra special. Before heading out, she gave us a thorough training session on the Canon cameras they provided, which worked perfectly with the SD cards we brought to capture our own photos. While we waited for the Northern Lights, we enjoyed a traditional Swedish Fika—a lovely break with coffee and treats that added a personal touch to the tour. The night itself was nothing short of magical. We were fortunate enough to witness 2 to 3 hours of the Aurora Borealis, and the dancing lights were simply breathtaking. The vibrant colors in the sky were unlike anything we've ever seen—truly otherworldly. Highly recommend this tour for anyone wanting a well-organized, personal, and awe-inspiring experience under the Northern Lights!

Response from Host, Sep 2024

Thank you! We had an unforgettable evening with such beautiful northern lights.

Experience to learn

Cynthia_M, Nov 2025
It’s an interesting experience for those who want to learn how to take photos with the auroras, but they should know that sometimes it takes time, so you have to try to go before the auroras are in the sky or one of the group learns fast and takes the photos to everyone so they don’t miss having their photo with the auroras.
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Response from Host, Nov 2025

Thank you so much for sharing your experience! We’re glad you found the activity interesting and appreciated the opportunity to learn how to take photos with the auroras. You’re absolutely right that capturing these moments can take some time, and arriving early definitely helps. We also do our best to guide the group so everyone gets their photo without missing the auroras. We appreciate your feedback. Kind regards

きれいに写真を撮ることが出来ました。

Anonymous, Jan 2025
カメラの設定方法や現地でのピントの合わせ方などすごく親切に教えてくれて、きれいにオーロラの写真を撮ることが出来てとても満足でした。防寒具など必要に応じて貸してくれまさが撮影場所はとても寒いのでカイロなど自分なりの寒さ対策は必要だと思います。

Response from Host, Jan 2025

Thank you for the response. It is always important to dress warmly for activities in our arctic climate. We always try to communicate the importance of warm clothing. In addition, we offer cover clothes and warm winter shoes. Great that you got beautiful pictures of the northern lights. Kind regards

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