Aurora Hunt

By Wandering Owl

Come with us on your Aurora hunt for an amazing and ethical experience underneath the polar night sky.

General information

Tromsø is one of the best places to see the Northern Lights. Leave the light pollution in Tromsø behind and travel into the Arctic wilderness. During this activity, our small team of Aurora guides checks the forecasts and uses local knowledge to decide on the best place to chase the Northern Lights, sometimes driving all the way to the Finnish border. When we find the best spot, we will dress in warm thermal suits and boots, make a cosy campfire, and enjoy a homemade meal. During your Aurora Hunt activity, you'll be shown how to use your camera, photograph the Aurora, and our guides will take photos of you, which are provided for free in web-sized resolution after the tour.

Relax by the campfire with hot chocolate before being returned to Tromsø island at your selected drop-off location. Though there is never a guarantee of seeing this phenomenon, our experienced team of Aurora hunters will do their best every night of the season. Increase your chances of seeing the Northern Lights by joining on multiple evenings.

Included: Thermal suits & boots (limited child sizes — please contact us for more information), warm homemade soup, biscuits & hot chocolate, tripods, photos from the tour in web-sized resolution

Please bring: Passport or ID card, warm clothing, a hat, hiking shoes, gloves, socks, a headscarf, and weather-appropriate clothing

Number of participants: Min. 4 – Max. 15

Level of difficulty: Easy

Departure time and place: 9PM (21:00) 1st–15th September; 8PM (20:00) 16th–30th September; 6PM (18:00) 1st October–26th March; 7PM (19:00) 27th March–10th April — in front of the Scandic Ishavshotel entrance

Duration: 5–8 hours

About Wandering Owl

Wandering Owl is an Arctic-based tourism company offering all-inclusive, small-group activities year-round, with over 10 years of experience organising tours in the Tromsø region.


Our focus is on delivering high-quality, low-impact experiences that connect travellers with the Arctic wilderness in a meaningful and sustainable way. We are proud to be environmentally certified through the Travelife programme, reflecting our commitment to responsible tourism and minimising our impact on local ecosystems.



Our tours are open to everyone — whether you’re travelling solo, with friends, as a couple, or with family. They are generally suitable for young children as well, though minimum age requirements may vary depending on the specific activity. We encourage guests to check individual tour details for age suitability.



Our homemade meals are prepared using locally sourced ingredients from farmers in the Tromsø region, with a special emphasis on plant-based, vegan cuisine. We also accommodate a range of dietary needs, including gluten and lactose intolerances.



At the heart of everything we do is a mission to inspire care and protection for our fragile natural environment. By guiding small groups and sharing our knowledge of the Arctic, we hope to spark a lasting appreciation for nature that encourages our guests to help protect the wilderness for generations to come.