Northern Lights Basecamp Experience

General information

Our Bascamps
Arctic Coast Camp – on the outer coast of Sommarøy
This camp is located right by the coast near Sommarøy and is run by a local host who has built the place using recycled materials and a love for Arctic coastal culture. Here you’ll be served a warm maritime meal from a local kitchen, and you can warm up with coffee, tea, or cocoa while waiting for the northern lights. The camp has indoor facilities and a toilet.

Aurora Base Camp – inland east of Tromsø
Inspired by Sámi building traditions, this camp is designed as a permanent lavvu (tent) with a glass roof and an indoor fire pit. Here you’ll be served a warm, traditional meal and hot drinks such as coffee, tea, or hot chocolate, and you can enjoy the tranquility between mountains and open plains. The camp has a toilet and is run by a local farmer who ensures the fire is burning, the snow is cleared, and everything is ready for our arrival.

Guided Experience
Our professional guides give you insight into the science and mythology of the northern lights, sharing stories from the region along the way. The tour is mainly conducted in English, and the guides often speak several languages.

Meeting Point:Prostneset Bus Terminal / Tromsø Port Terminal
Address: Samuel Arnesens gate 5, 9008 Tromsø
Please arrive no later than 15 minutes before departure. The bus is clearly marked with “Arctic Guide Service.”
Group Size: Min. 7 - Max. 40
Difficulty Level: Easy
Meeting and Departure Time: Meet at 18:45 at Prostneset Terminal, Departure at 19:00
Duration: 5–5½ hours
Included:
English-speaking guide, transport, warm paprika soup, coffee, tea, and cocoa. Access to a heated Base Camp with toilet facilities and host. Comfortable bus transport with an experienced winter driver. Northern Lights presentation and local culture insights.
Please bring:
Warm and waterproof clothing in case of rain or snow.
Excellent opportunities for photography – bring your own camera and tripod.
(Tripod rental available for an additional 150 NOK.)

Disclaimer:
If there are not enough bookings to operate the tour, the group experience may be rebooked as a Northern Lights Chase or canceled. If rebooked, the tour may cross the border into Finland – please bring a valid passport or ID if applicable.

Sustainability and Local value creation
By joining this tour, you support local and sustainable tourism. We collaborate with local suppliers, landowners, and food producers, thereby contributing to jobs and value creation in the region.

Prices from

1595 NOK per person

• - Adult 1595 NOK
• - Child (4-12) 795 NOK
• - Infant (0-3) 400 NOK
• - Student 1295 NOK