13 Photo Tours in Tromsø, With the Price and the Catch

1.Northern Lights Chase with Free Photos

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 2,097 reviews · from $181Our pick

Join an English or Norwegian speaking guide for a five-hour Northern Lights chase from Tromsø. Your route may run to the coast, inland, or near the Finnish border, depending on clouds and forecasts. Groups are limited to 16, with thermal suits, hot drinks, biscuits, camera help, and free high-resolution photos included.

“We did this tour two nights. We got to see the Auroras one of the nights because weather was really cloudy. I have to say Magne, the guide, really did make a positive impact in the experience. Its is a long and cold journey searching for Auroras, but Magne always kept the spirit up and made all the group fell commited to the experience. We even went as far as the Finland border searching for the lights. Also, we got professional photos from the tour operator, now i can say that is a must when you book a tour for the northern lights.Read more”

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2.Tromso Northern Lights Minibus Chase Small Group Tour with Photos

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,199 reviews · 7 to 9 hours (approx.) · from $210Top rated

Leave Tromsø with Arctic Explorers Norway for a 7 to 9 hour Northern Lights chase in a minibus of up to 15 people. Guides such as Petra, Magdalena, Jessica, and Miguel track cloud breaks and may drive toward Finland or Sweden. Thermal suits, boots, dinner, hot drinks, a campfire, and portrait photos are included.

“Highly recommend booking this experience to see the Northern Lights. Petra was the guide for the night and she was just amazing. Whilst there is no guarantee to see the Northern Lights the team go all the way to maximise your chances throughout the night and I couldn't be happier because the sky put on an amazing show. We set up on the beach with a fire and food and just watched the aurora dance. Petra was truly lovely and took professional photos which captured it all. Highly recommend this tour.”

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3.Minibus Northern Lights Chase with Photography from Tromsø

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 865 reviews · 6 to 9 hours (approx.) · from $242

Leave Tromsø with Northern Soul Adventures and chase clear skies along the fjords, coast, or into Finland. Guides such as Filip, Lucas, Joaquin, Bogdan, and Thomas help with aurora photography while drivers search for the best conditions. Expect a long Arctic night with thermal suits, hot soup, campfire snacks, tripods, and hotel drop-off on Tromsø Island.

“Outstanding experience. Our Guide, Bogdan and Driver, Mathias took that extra effort to ensure that we get to see the Northern Lights and made sure that we got to see a truly celestial spectacle. That evening not only did we have heavy rains; we had strong winds and hail too, but in the midst of all that we got to see a riot of colours for almost 90 mins.”

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4.Northern Lights Photography Tour by Bus (or miniBus)

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 809 reviews · from $181

Join NorthernShots Tours for a seven-hour Aurora chase from Tromsø. Guides such as Peter, Tom, Barbara, and Mirko explain the science, help with camera settings, and may drive toward Finland for clearer skies. Transport, hot drinks, cookies, and a photography lesson are included, while professional portraits cost extra.

“our guide mierco was fantastic. we didn't have the best luck it was quite cloudy for a lot of the night but we crossed into Finland then back again to find a great spot amongst the clouds. we were on our way back and keeping an eye out and found a great spot 20 mins from Tromsø. we were able to get off and take plenty of pictures plus professional ones taken if we wanted. warm drinks and biscuits were also provided half way through. excellent trip our guide was very knowledgeable and explained the background of the northern lights perfectly. thank you mierco (sorry if that is spelt wrong!)Read…”

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5.Northern Lights Hunt with The Green Adventure – photos included

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 794 reviews · 6 to 9 hours (approx.) · from $225

Set out from Tromsø with guides such as Julien, Jess, Antonio, or Cat, then drive up to 200 kilometers toward clear skies, sometimes across the Finnish border. You get thermal suits, warm soup, drinks, marshmallows, a wilderness bonfire, and professional aurora photos. The evening can last 6 to 9 hours, with little access to toilets.

“Our driver Martin did a great job navigating the icy roads. Our guide Jessica was extremely knowledgeable about the Aurora she explained all the activity we were seeing. She picked the perfect spot for us to watch a magical show. We would highly recommend this your.”

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6.Northern Lights Photography Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 788 reviews · 6 hours · from $236

Travel from central Tromsø into the Arctic night with Northern Soul Adventures guides such as Joaquin, Filip, Bogdan, and Lucas. Your small group may head toward the coastal islands or Finland, depending on the clouds. Expect a warm vehicle, thermal suits, campfire soup, tripod help, aurora photography advice, and free web-resolution photos.

“Our guide Joaquim was very knowledgeable and really cared about our experience. Our driver was amazing at getting us to different spots in challenging (for those of us not used to snow) conditions. Joaquin was able to pinpoint a possible spot and only a few moments later we were treated to natures light show at its best. Amazing evening for a first time northern light viewer!”

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7.Snowshoeing Hike with Picnic Lunch and Photos

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 637 reviews · from $152

Meet at Scandic Ishavshotel for a small-group trip to Kvaløya, west of Tromsø. Guides such as Max, Lucas, Anna, and Javi lead a three-hour hike, adapting the route to weather and snow. Expect mountain and fjord views, a sandwich, hot drinks, possible wildlife sightings, and photos shared after the tour.

“Absolutely amazing experience! The sky was gloomy when the trip started but cleared up when the hiking started. We had fantastic views, the hike wasn’t too tiring and we get constantly cheered up by the view we get! Our guide was lovely and we took amazing photos! Highly recommended!!!”

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8.Northern Lights Tour with Local Guide and Photos

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 487 reviews · 6 hours · from $162

Join local guides Geir Inge and Kine, and a small group of up to 19, for a six-hour aurora chase from Tromsø. Travel in a warm Mercedes minibus, follow clear skies toward Finland or Sweden if needed, enjoy hot drinks and homemade cake, and receive professional photos of your night beneath the Northern Lights.

“Very nice tour! The guides are nice and so there best to show you the northern lights (and with succes!). The photos were great. The bus is comfortabel and there are not too many people on the tour. During the tour you'll get a hot drink and some snacks. Would recommend!”

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9.Northern Lights Chase with Photography from Tromsø

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 303 reviews · 4 to 8 hours (approx.) · from $171

Leave Tromsø by bus with a NorthernShots guide and photographer, then chase clear skies across the Arctic countryside. You may travel as far as Finland, wait in one spot, or spend hours moving between locations. Guides such as Gerard, Andreas, Merco, and Tom have helped guests photograph the aurora, but group sizes can reach 50 or more.

“Waste of time really. You do just as well on the public bus going to Tromso’s southerly point. Spent hours in a snow storm where really they should have cancelled it!! But this meant them refunding us!!!!”

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10.Arctic Nature Photography Sightseeing Tour from Tromso

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 262 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $156

Leave Tromsø at 10:00 for a five-hour photography trip around Kvaløya. Your guide, possibly Michael, Claire, Joanna, Burt, or another Northern Horizon host, chooses scenic stops based on weather and light. Expect fjords, beaches, reindeer, hot drinks, snacks, thermal gear, and photos sent by email.

“This was one of the best things I did on this magical winter wonderland holiday. The guide Adrian super knowledgeable and very charming with his delightful French accent. Johanna the driver was also lovely and helpful and spotted the reindeer very quickly. She also spotted the polar stratospheric rainbow clouds. The scenery was starkly beautiful and our guide found the best locations. On the way back he told us some Sami history and played the most beautiful Sami music. I learnt so much and was so touched by the beauty of the landscape and moved by the story of the Sami struggle. Inspiring.”

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11.Northern Lights Tour with Hot Drinks and Photos

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 237 reviews · 7 hours · from $157

Join El Gigante Tour Aurora for a seven-hour Northern Lights chase from central Tromsø. Guides such as Nelson, Roberto, Karel, and Sergey use weather conditions to choose viewing spots, sometimes driving toward Sommarøy or Finland. You get warm suits, shoe spikes, hot drinks, snacks, and professional photos.

“Roberto did everything possible for us to see the Northern Lights, even taking us as far as Finland. The experience was incredible, with a magical sky and unforgettable moments. Always attentive, he took pictures and offered us food and hot drinks. At the end, he dropped us off at the door of our hotels, which made the tour even more special.”

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12.Northern Lights Tour in Minibus with Photos

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 119 reviews · from $176

Join Nelson, Carl, or another multilingual guide for a six to eight hour Northern Lights chase from Tromsø. You may travel as far as Finland for clearer skies, then wait outdoors with thermal suits, shoe spikes, hot drinks, snacks, and professional photos. Hotel drop-off is available within Tromsø city center island.

“Great tour. We were driven to Finland so we had a great chance to see the Aurora Borealis. We had snacks, hit drinks and a BBQ , and our guide took lots of great photos of our group and our families. Well work the money”

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13.Capture the most Photogenic Spots with a Local

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 6 reviews · 1.5 hours · from $128Best value

Spend 1.5 hours photographing Tromsø with a local guide in English or Norwegian. Meet at Tromsø Cathedral, visit the Arctic Cathedral and Petersborggata viewpoint, and hear local stories along the way. Guides such as Mattia and Larry have tailored walks to guest interests, adding practical tips on cafes, restaurants, and bars.

“Esperienza indimenticabile a Tromsø! Mattia, la nostra nostra guida, è stata semplicemente fantastica: non solo ci ha portato nei punti caratteristici e particolari della città, ma ci ha letteralmente fatto viaggiare nel tempo con i suoi racconti sulla storia locale. Si vede quando qualcuno ama profondamente il proprio lavoro. Grazie ai suoi aneddoti, abbiamo visto la città con occhi diversi. Consiglio vivamente questo tour a chiunque voglia scoprire l'anima autentica di Tromsø e avere consigli utili su dove mangiare, cosa visitare per godere appieno delle tradizioni norvegesi.”

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