
Tromsø: Northern Lights Chase - We Go Where The Lights Appear
Traveler rating
4.9/5
Based on 605 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Tromsø: Northern Lights Chase - We Go Where The Lights Appear worth booking?
Tromsø: Northern Lights Chase - We Go Where The Lights Appear is a 6-hour experience in Tromso, Norway, from $89 per person. It scores 90 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “90+ Club”, based on a 4.9/5 rating across 605 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing. It sits in the Outty 90+ Club, the top tier of everything we rank.
- Outty Ranking
- 90 / 100
- Rating
- 4.9/5 (605)
- Duration
- 6 hours
- From
- $89 per person
Choose the Northern Lights experience that suits you best. Our Classic Tour is operated by a larger coach with up to 45 guests and includes an expert Northern Lights guide, professional photographer, photos from the tour, warm drinks, a cozy bonfire when conditions allow, a professional portrait, and a toilet on board. For a more intimate experience, choose our Small Group option. This includes everything from the Classic Tour, plus thermal suits, winter boots, and reindeer sausage. Please note that there is no toilet on the minibus. Please note that our German-, Spanish-, French-, and Italian-speaking guide options are available only as the Classic Tour. Whichever option you choose, our experienced team will use weather conditions, local knowledge, and real-time forecasts to give you the best possible chance of seeing the Northern Lights. We Go where The Lights Appear!
What you get
About this experience
Choose the Northern Lights experience that suits you best. Our Classic Tour is operated by a larger coach with up to 45 guests and includes an expert Northern Lights guide, professional photographer, photos from the tour, warm drinks, a cozy bonfire when conditions allow, a professional portrait, and a toilet on board. For a more intimate experience, choose our Small Group option. This includes everything from the Classic Tour, plus thermal suits, winter boots, and reindeer sausage. Please note that there is no toilet on the minibus. Please note that our German-, Spanish-, French-, and Italian-speaking guide options are available only as the Classic Tour. Whichever option you choose, our experienced team will use weather conditions, local knowledge, and real-time forecasts to give you the best possible chance of seeing the Northern Lights. We Go where The Lights Appear!
What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 601 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
4 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
4 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Organization
2 mentionsPickup, timing, and logistics are described as running smoothly.
Traveler reviews
601 verified traveler reviews for Tromsø: Northern Lights Chase - We Go Where The Lights Appear. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Professional experience to chase the Northern Ligjts!
Great experience, very professional and well organized, made the most of the opportunities and had a great overall experience.
via Tripadvisor
Bit disorganized
The tour was a bit chaotic. The tour guides were nice but they didn't have experience handling chaos. (1) Before getting off at the first parking lot, they didn't warn people to stay in the same seats. Multiple people changed their seats and some even got in argument with each other. (2) They didn't tell people that the toilet would be closed when the engine was off. Someone actually got locked in the bus toilet for a few minutes because they couldn't open the door to come out. (3) After creating the bonfire, a couple people rushed and created a very small circle. Many others couldn't stay close to the bonfire, couldn't hear what the tour guide was saying clearly and had to deal with the cold wind the whole time. I felt that the tour guides could have asked people to form a bigger circle so everyone could hear
via Tripadvisor
Okay for the price.
The bus is comfortable, but the directions to the meeting place/office could be clearer. That being said, I was most disappointed by the place we stopped. It was literally behind a mountain facing north so only a small amount of the lights could be seen. The skies were clear, and I understand that stopping where they are clear is a necessity, but it felt more like they found clear skies under a parking lot they were familiar with so we stopped without the surroundings into account. The focus seemed to be more on lighting a bonfire in the wind and telling stories than a true northern lights search. Also, it says 6-9 hours, but they have a hard and fast return by 2am rule. That is 7 hours door to door with a bathroom stop not 9 hours as advertised.
via Viator
An amazing experience
Be patient. The weather was miserable when we left the city. We drove for 1.5 hours and parked and waited for the cloud cover to go. We had hot chocolate whilst we waited and David picked this spot as he knew the clouds would clear and he was right. The lights were amazing. The crew did an amazing job and it is an experience that will live with me forever. I cannot recommend this tour highly enough. Thanks guys.
via Viator
Our tour guide never take...
Our tour guide never take a picture which is included on our booking never take out his special camera to see northern light customer are the one keen to see northern light got their own gadgets and monitored the northern light very disappointed i will not recommend to book this tour to anyone
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 6 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Booked in 30 days
- 212
- Verdict
- 90+ Club
Why this scores 90
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Tromsø: Northern Lights Chase - We Go Where The Lights Appear: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Tromso.
How much does Tromsø: Northern Lights Chase - We Go Where The Lights Appear cost?
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Prices start at $89 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Tromso usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Tromsø: Northern Lights Chase - We Go Where The Lights Appear take?
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Plan for about 6 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Tromso is not rushed.
Is Tromsø: Northern Lights Chase - We Go Where The Lights Appear worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 90 out of 100, which we label "90+ Club". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.9/5 across 605 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable most highly reviewed in Tromso, and how flexible the cancellation terms are. Scoring 90 or above puts it in the Outty 90+ Club, the top tier of everything we rank.
Can I cancel or reschedule Tromsø: Northern Lights Chase - We Go Where The Lights Appear?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Tromsø: Northern Lights Chase - We Go Where The Lights Appear suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 6-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Tromsø: Northern Lights Chase - We Go Where The Lights Appear?
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Around 212 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Tromso can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Tromso and add a light layer if any part of the 6-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Tromsø: Northern Lights Chase - We Go Where The Lights Appear start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Tromso within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Tromso?
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On Outty we rank every Tromso experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Chasing Lights: Aurora Big Bus Chase (All Photos Included), Tromsø: Small Group | Northern Lights Chase + All-Inclusive, Tromso Northern Lights Minibus Chase Small Group Tour with Photos. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Tromso?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Tromso?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
What happens to Tromsø: Northern Lights Chase - We Go Where The Lights Appear if the weather is bad?
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It generally runs rain or shine, so dress for the forecast in Tromso. Standard cancellation terms apply: free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start.
What do travelers say about Tromsø: Northern Lights Chase - We Go Where The Lights Appear?
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Across 605 reviews averaging 4.9 out of 5, recurring themes include the guide, knowledge and storytelling, organization. Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
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