Northern Lights Wilderness Tours

By Tromsø Ski Guides
Skiers travelling through snowy mountain terrain near Tromsø beneath vivid green Northern Lights.
Green and purple Aurora illuminating the night sky above snow-covered mountains and the lights of Tromsø.
Two people crossing a snow-covered landscape surrounded by mountains beneath the moonlit Arctic sky near Tromsø.
Skiers crossing a snowy mountain landscape while bright green Northern Lights stretch across the dark winter sky.
Green Northern Lights sweeping across a starry sky above snow-covered mountains and calm water in the Tromsø region.
Prices from

6990 NOK

1-2 guests

Explore the wilderness near Tromsø by skis or snowshoes on a private evening tour under the Arctic sky, with the chance to see the Northern Lights.

General information

An evening under the polar night sky
Join us for an evening under the polar night sky, exploring the Nordic wilderness and looking for the Northern Lights. Choose between Nordic skis, snowshoes or ski touring equipment and experience snowy forests and Arctic mountain landscapes around Tromsø.

For private groups, couples and families
This private tour is ideal for families, couples and groups looking for an active evening in nature. Using a head torch, or perhaps just the light of the moon, you will explore the winter landscape away from the city.

Adventure away from the city lights
Your guide will take you into the scenic mountains surrounding Tromsø, away from the city's light pollution. The tour takes you through forest near the fjord and into the Arctic landscape, with views of the mountains, fjords, moon and stars. If conditions are favourable, you may also see the Northern Lights.

Minimum age:
• 6 years for snowshoeing.
• 8 years for Nordic skiing and ski touring.

Included:
• Guidance and instruction from a certified guide.
• Skiing or snowshoeing in gentle, easy terrain.
• Transport from Tromsø to and from the mountains.
• Hot drinks around the bonfire.
• An evening suitable for families and beginner to intermediate skiers.

What to bring:
• Skiing or snowshoeing equipment. Equipment must be rented online in advance from Tromsø Outdoor.
• Food and snacks as required.
• Warm outdoor clothing and extra mittens.

Difficulty:
Medium. The tour involves some physical activity and takes place in winter terrain. The activity is adapted to the group's skill and experience level.

Number of participants:
• Private groups only.
• Maximum 8 participants for Nordic skiing and snowshoeing.
• Maximum 6 participants for ski touring.

Departure time and meeting point:
Meet your guide at Tromsø Outdoor, Fredrik Langes Gate 14, 9008 Tromsø, at 16:30. Pre-ordered rental equipment is collected at 16:30. The taxi to the mountains departs at 17:00.

Duration:
4–5 hours in total, including guiding and driving time.

Important information:
• Equipment is not included and must be rented online in advance from Tromsø Outdoor.
• Choose a snowshoeing, Nordic skiing (fjellski) or ski touring package.
• A 15% equipment rental discount is available with a discount code when booking the tour.
• Food and snacks are not included.
• Warm outdoor clothing and extra mittens are not included.

Prices from

6990 NOK 1-2 guests

  • Prices vary throughout the season.
  • 1–2 guests NOK 6 990–7 490
  • 3–4 guests NOK 7 990–8 490
  • 5–6 guests NOK 8 490–8 990
  • 7–8 guests NOK 8 990–9 490 (Nordic skiing and snowshoeing only). Prices are per private group

Facilities

  • Dog-friendly
  • Family-friendly
  • Bonfire
  • English
  • French
  • Spanish
  • Car or van (up to 8 passengers)
  • Afternoon (12:00–16:59)
  • Norwegian
  • Medium
  • Northern lights chase
  • 3-5 hours
  • Private tour

About Tromsø Ski Guides

Tromsø Ski Guides is a locally based guiding company offering guided ski touring, avalanche courses and tailor-made mountain experiences in Tromsø, Lyngen and Senja.


Based in Tromsø, Tromsø Ski Guides is owned and operated by Lena Dahl, Edda Rainer and Bård Helge Strand. The company has a professional guiding team with over 35 years of combined experience and expertise in skiing, mountain activities and avalanche safety.



We offer guided ski touring in the mountains around Tromsø, Lyngen and Senja, ranging from introductory and shorter ski tours to full-day and multi-day adventures. Our tours are adapted to participants' abilities and experience, with options for both beginners and experienced skiers.



We also offer introductory and advanced avalanche courses, as well as guided evening adventures on skis and snowshoes in the Arctic winter landscape.



For private groups and corporate clients, we arrange tailor-made tours, events and expeditions. Through our network of local partners, we can also assist with accommodation, transport and planning longer ski touring adventures.


Tromsø Ski Guides
Phone: +47 972 62 892 / +47 992 55 065
Email: [email protected]
Web: https://tromsoskiguides.com/
Fredrik Langes Gate 14, 9008 Tromsø