Winter in Tromsø

Winter Activities in Tromsø

The snow-capped mountains of Kvaløya Island and the mainland form a magical winter backdrop for the city of Tromsø. With the winter months in Tromsø comes the natural phenomena of the Polar Nights (November 21 to January 21) and the Northern Lights (September to April), as well as a host of activities to suit all interests.

Northern Light Excursions: The dance of the Northern Lights is an awe inspiring sight and one which will be engrained on your memory for a lifetime. It is in Tromsø that Joanna Lumley, whilst filming the BBC programme ‘In the land of the Northern Lights’, witnessed the Aurora Borealis.

Away from the artificial lights of central Tromsø, the breathtaking landscape is plunged into darkness with only the twinkle of stars to illuminate the scene. It is here, surrounded by peaceful, unspoiled nature, that seekers of the Northern Lights await the waves of blue, green, red and purple to appear.

Northern lights tour: After a short transfer you will arrive at a wilderness centre on the outskirts of Tromsø. Your evening will be spent at leisure: enjoy hot drinks and a traditional meal in the warmth of a lavvo and visit the dog kennels whilst waiting for the Aurora Borealis to dance in the skies above.
Price £110 per person

Chasing the Northern Lights: Led by Kjetil Skogli - the guide who led Joanna Lumley on her search for the Northern Lights - this tour is a relentless chase in search of the awe-inspiring Aurora Borealis. Kjetil is also a professional photographer with a great knowledge of astronomy.
Price £243 per person

Aurora theatre of food: Using fresh local produce your guide will cook a delicious meal whilst you relax in a tranquil setting, listening to the distant sound of the sea and waiting for the dancing Aurora Borealis to show overhead.
Price £191 per person

Snowmobile excursions: Sunvil offers a 30km tour which travels through the valley of Finn to the lake of Tamok, crossing frozen lakes and rolling hills en route. The tour also includes a hot meal and the opportunity to try ice-fishing.
Price £235 per person

Husky dog sled excursions: Sunvil offers a short dog-sled tour (1-hour and c.10-18km) which takes you through the beautiful arctic landscape on the outskirts of Tromsø. Sit back, relax, enjoy the silence and watch the world go by as your sled is expertly steered by a musher. On returning to the wilderness centre you will have time to visit the kennels to meet the dogs. A hot meal, cake and a soft drink will also be served inside a Lavvo.
Price £207 per person

Sámi cultural tours: Experience handling and driving your own reindeer across the snow covered landscape (c. 1km per passenger). Back at the reindeer camp, you will enjoy a presentation of Sámi culture and history by your local guides. You will also have the opportunity to try lasso-throwing.
Price £222 per person