The northern lights over Northern Norway | Photo by Lightscape on Unsplash
Northern Lights Holidays in Arctic Norway
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A land filled with undulating islands, icy fjords and jagged mountain peaks, Northern Norway is bursting with outdoor adventure. Plunged into the magical polar night from September to March, limited light pollution in the country's highest settlements make for some of the best northern lights viewing in the world. From boat cruises to chasing the night sky in an electric car, discover the aurora on epic excursions into the wild.
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Dog Sledding Under The Northern Lights | By Green Dog | Hurtigruten Svalbard
Oslo Opera House | By Didrick Stenersen | Visit Oslo
Day 1 | Arrive in Norway
Vigeland Sculpures With Frost | By Fredrik Ahlsen | Visit Norway
Day 2 | Oslo Sightseeing
Oslo in winter | By Fredrik Ahlsen | Visit Norway
Day 3 | Oslo Sightseeing
Day 4 | Arrive in Longyearbyen
Day 5 | Dog Sledding & Snow Cat Aurora Hunt
Day 6 | Ice Cave Hike & Longyearbyen
Day 7 | Snowmobile Safari & Wilderness Dining
Billefjorden on winter day | Anja Nordvålen | Visit Norway
Day 8 | Departure Day
7 nights
Oslo & Svalbard Polar Night Adventure
Combine the highlights of Oslo with Spitsbergen, the largest island of Norway's Svalbard archipelago. Embark on adventures under the northern lights during this incredible polar night period. -
View over Tromsø | Photo by Dimitris Kiriakakis for Unsplash
Day 1 | Arrive in Arctic Norway
Day 2 | Silent Whale Watching
Day 3 | Northern Lights Dinner Cruise
Day 4 | Arrive in Svalbard
Day 5 | Dog Sledding & Snow Cat Aurora Hunt
Day 6 | Ice Cave Hike & Longyearbyen
Day 7 | Snowmobile Safari & Wilderness Dining
Winter view over Tromsø | Photo by Daniel Vogel for Unsplash
Day 8 | Departure Day
7 nights
Tromsø & Svalbard Polar Night Adventure
Combine the highlights of Tromsø with Spitsbergen, the largest island of Norway's Svalbard archipelago. Embark on adventures under the northern lights during this incredible polar night period. -
Day 1 | Arrive in Alta
Dog sledding in the Lyngen Alps | Photo by Lyngen Adventure
Day 2 | Arctic Dog-Sledding
Day 3 | Into The Wild - Domes & Snowshoes
Day 4 | Fat-Bike Forest Trails
Day 5 | Journey To Svalbard - The High Arctic
Day 6 | Epic Snowmobile Expedition to Isfjord Radio
A polar bear in Svalbard | Photo by Roy Mangersnes for www.nordnorge.com
Day 7 | Snowmobile Exploration of the High Arctic
Day 8 | Snowmobile Return to Longyearbyen
Day 9 | Homeward Bound
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Icebound Odyssey | Alta & Svalbard Expedition
Embark on a thrilling Arctic journey from Alta to Svalbard. Snowmobile across frozen fjords, and steer your team of huskies beneath shimmering lights in remote Arctic landscapes few ever reach.
Northern Lights Experiences in Arctic Norway
Most Northerly Aurora Borealis
Where polar bears rule the rolling icy tundra, Svalbard is one of the most wild destinations in the world. This remote Norwegian archipelago is home to just over 2000 residents, and at a latitude of 78 degrees north the polar night provides fantastic northern lights viewing, even in the middle of the day. Combine husky and snowmobile adventures with specialist aurora excursions out into the glassy fjords. Witness this magical phenomenon in an immensely unique corner of the globe.
Chasing the Aurora on an electric catamaran
The polar night is prime aurora hunting opportunity in Norway's gateway to the Arctic, Tromso. The wildly innovative Brim Explorer allows guests to chase the clear night sky, free from noise pollution and without disturbing the diverse marine life below. Sail north towards Kvaløyvågen or to Ramsfjorden in the south whilst learning about the myths and science behind this mystical phenomenon that rules the winter skies.
We'll send you a complimentary copy of Bradt's Northern Lights Travel Guide Book when you book your northern lights adventure with us
Aurora over Vesterålen | Photo by Vesterålen Tours for Norway Brand Centre
Fjord-side reflections
From late November to mid January, Norway is plunged into the polar night. Some of its most remote regions are free from light pollution, and the glassy expanse of Norway's iconic fjords come to life. From crisp clear nights at Varanger Lodge perched on the shores of Varangerfjord, to the sweeping views of Arctic Panorama Lodge in the heart of the Lyngen fjords, these stays offer the chance to see the mighty aurora reflected in the Norwegian sea, a truly enlivening spectacle.
The best places to stay to see the northern lights in Arctic Norway
Northern Lights in Arctic Norway
The northern lights over Northern Norway | Photo by Lightscape on Unsplash
We can't wait to help you plan your northern lights adventure to Norway
