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A group of people around a campfire in a mountainous area with the aurora borealis in the background. 1
Two people observing the Northern Lights in a rocky landscape. 2
Three people standing on snow-covered ground under a starry sky with the Northern Lights. 3
A group of people observing the Northern Lights in a snowy landscape. 4
A person standing on a snow-covered shore, gazing at the night sky with the aurora borealis. 5
By ALSHEMAL Norway
Free cancellation available
Price is $1,977 per traveler* *Get a lower price by selecting multiple travelers
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 7h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
  • Multiple languages

Overview

  • Sommarøy is far from city lights, but sitting on the open coast means ocean clouds can roll in fast. Instead of waiting under cloudy coastal skies at your hotel, you have your own private heated 4x4 expedition van and local guide for up to 8 guests.

    We stay in close contact to plan around your schedule. We pick you up from Sommarøy Arctic Hotel or any cabin within 15 km—or straight from Tromsø Airport or the cruise terminals if you arrive that evening, dropping you off in Sommarøy after the chase.

    Instead of relying on city weather apps, your guide tracks live satellite cloud radar all evening, driving along coastal fjords or inland toward dry mountain valleys and the Finnish border to find clear skies. Our van stays warm inside even with the engine off, and we include -40°C thermal suits, hot drinks, a quiet campfire, and all your RAW and FREE WATERMARK photos.

Activity location

  • Sommarøy
    • Sommarøy, Troms, Norway

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Sommarøy
    • Sommarøy, Troms, Norway

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Private Northern Lights Tour from Sommarøy (Max 8) & Pickup

  • Earn $59.32
  • Activity duration is 7 hours7h
    7h
  • English

Pickup included

Starting time: 6:30PM
Price details
$988.69 x 2 Travelers$1,977.38
Total
Price is $1,977.38

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    A heated 4x4 van to warm up in anytime (stays warm even when the engine is turned off)
  • Inclusions
    Hot chocolate, fresh coffee, and herbal teas
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    Heavy Arctic thermal suits to keep you warm (-40 Degrees)
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    Campfire snacks (grilled sweetcorn, marshmallows, and Norwegian chocolate)
  • Inclusions
    Local guide fluent in English, Norwegian, Arabic, and Turkish
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    Warm expedition meal around the campfire (or inside the heated van on windy nights)
  • Inclusions
    Private pickup and drop-off in Sommarøy (15 km radius), Tromsø Airport, and Cruise Ports
  • Inclusions
    All photos taken by your guide (free and RAW quality)
  • Exclusions
    (we stop at heated indoor restrooms on the road)
  • Exclusions
    Winter boots, hats, and warm gloves (please bring your own)
  • Exclusions
    Alcoholic drinks

Know before you book

    • Specialized infant seats are available
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • This tour involves stepping into a high-clearance 4x4 van and walking on snow, ice, and uneven wilderness terrain in sub-zero temperatures. Not recommended for travelers with severe mobility impairments.

Activity itinerary

Sommarøy

  • 30m
Pickup & Live Weather Briefing Sommarøy or Tromsø Arrival (Private Pickup & Weather Plan) We pick up your group directly from Sommarøy Arctic Hotel, your local cabin across Sommarøy and Kvaløya, or straight from Tromsø Airport and the cruise terminals if you are arriving that evening. Once everyone is settled into the heated 4x4 Mercedes van, your guide checks live satellite cloud radar and wind maps with you to decide whether we stay out on the outer coast or drive inland to beat the clouds.

Troms

  • 5h
The Private 4x4 Chase, Campfire & Photography Coastal Fjords & Inland Microclimates (The Chase, Photos & Campfire) Because this is a private 4x4 tour, you never follow big tour buses or wait in lines. If skies over Sommarøy and Kvaløya are clear, we use quiet coastal bays and mountain viewpoints right away. If coastal snow clouds roll in from the sea, we drive inland toward the dry mountain valleys or the Finnish border to find clear sky gaps. Along the route, we stop at heated indoor service stations for restroom breaks. Once under clear skies, we set up a private campfire, serve hot drinks and snacks, provide -40°C thermal suits, and take all your portraits and aurora photos—while the van stays heated with the engine off whenever you want to warm up inside.

Sommaroy

  • 30m
Safe Door-to-Door Drop-Off Sommarøy Hotel, Cabin, or Cruise Port (Direct Drop-Off) Once we have great photos and you are ready to wrap up the night, we drive your group safely back to the front door of Sommarøy Arctic Hotel, your private holiday cabin, or directly to your Tromsø hotel or cruise ship security gate. Your photos are sent to you in full RAW quality via a private cloud link within 24 hours.

Location

Activity location

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    Sommarøy
    • Sommarøy, Troms, Norway

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    Sommarøy
    • Sommarøy, Troms, Norway

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