Electric Northern Lights Cruise

Brim Explorer’s catamaran at the pier in Tromsø with the Northern Lights above the city and fjord.
The Northern Lights seen from the deck during a Northern Lights cruise with Brim Explorer from Tromsø.
Guests on deck beneath the Northern Lights during an evening fjord cruise from Tromsø.
Prices from

1290 NOK

per person

Join a Northern Lights cruise from Tromsø and search for clear skies among Arctic fjords, with heated lounges and a guide on board.

General information

This tour is operated by Brim Explorer.

Set off from Tromsø and head into the darkness of the Arctic fjords in search of the Northern Lights. The route is decided according to the evening’s weather forecast, taking you towards the areas with the clearest skies. Depending on the conditions, the journey may head north towards Kvaløyvågen, south to Ramfjorden or west along the southern part of Kvaløya.

The captain and crew keep a close eye on the weather and look for clear skies or breaks in the cloud cover throughout the evening. While waiting for the Northern Lights to appear, you can relax and stay warm in the heated lounges, with drinks available from the café.

During the tour, the guides share their knowledge and personal stories about the Northern Lights. If the aurora appears, you can head outside to enjoy the view from the deck, and the guides can also help you take photos during the experience.

On the return journey to Tromsø, you can enjoy views of the city skyline and the Arctic Cathedral from the water.

Important information:

• Northern lights sightings cannot be guaranteed
• This tour includes a light meal consisting of soup and focaccia
• For a cruise that includes dinner, see the Aurora Dinner Cruise
• Outside food and beverages are not permitted on board
• Guests who require assistance related to reduced mobility or impaired vision or hearing should contact Brim Explorer at [email protected] before booking
• Under normal circumstances, approximately 75% of the cruise is completed using electric propulsion

Facilities:

• Toilets
• Heated indoor saloons
• Drinks available for purchase
• Free Wi-Fi

Minimum age to participate: None

Included:

• Three-hour cruise in the Tromsø area
• Light meal consisting of soup and focaccia
• English-speaking guides
• Free tap water

Please bring: Clothing suitable for the weather conditions

Number of participants: Min. 8 – max. 120

Level of difficulty: Easy

Departure time and place: 7:00 PM (19:00) from the pier beside Skarven Kro Restaurant, Kaigata 6, Tromsø

Meeting time: No later than 6:45 PM (18:45)

Duration: 3 hours

Prices from

1290 NOK per person

  • Adult 18+ NOK 1290
  • Youth - Student NOK 968
  • Child NOK 645
  • Infant NOK 0
  • Tour leader NOK 1290

Facilities

  • Student price
  • Wheelchair access
  • Family-friendly
  • English
  • Boat (more than 12 passengers)
  • Budget-friendly
  • Toilet on board the boat
  • Easy
  • A light meal
  • Environmentally certified
  • Northern lights experience
  • Eco-Lighthouse
  • 3-5 hours
  • Green Travel

About Brim Explorer

Northern Norway’s coast – impressive, isolated and vulnerable. Stretching to the top of the world, this Arctic wilderness is an oasis for exploration and discovery. Our pioneering hybrid-electric catamaran brings a new dimension to your Arctic adventure.


With environmentally conscious design driven by the latest sustainable technology, you silently carve through crystal clear waters. The sound of silence is a majestic experience, especially at sea where the absence of disturbing engine noise allows us to get even closer to nature. An underwater drone and hydrophone bring you pictures and sounds from below the surface and give you a unique insight to this deep blue world.



During the winter season we offer silent whale watching or wildlife cruises during the day, depending on the season, and evening cruises where you can combine the spectacular northern lights with an exclusive five course tasting menu. The menu is based on local produce and traditions with a modern twist. There’s also a full vegetarian menu. During the day you can purchase a selection of food and drink on board.



We welcome families on our ships and offer activities for children, a children’s menu tailored to younger pallets and a nursery for infants.



Our ship is built with universal design, enabelling guests with disabilities to participate. Guests arriving in a wheelchair will have access to the main deck where you can move both indoor and outdoor on deck and find accessible toilet facilities, the restaurant and information screens.



Our passion for the ocean and the environment is the backbone of our operation. We collaborate with Zing Ocean Conservancy, a non-profit environmental organization working to conserve and improve the ocean´s health and prevent marine pollution. As well as providing sustainable travel, we aim to give 1% of our profits to ocean conservation efforts, starting 2019.


Visit Tromsø
Phone: +47 776 10 000
Email: [email protected]
Brim Explorer
Phone: +47 776 51 100
Email: [email protected]
Kaigata 6, 9008 Tromsø

Memberships and certifications

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