Make green choices when you visit Tromsø

Wondering how you can reduce the impact of your Arctic holiday? Choose local food, book activities and accommodation with environmentally certified providers, shop locally and follow local guidelines. Here, you’ll find practical advice to help you make more responsible choices during your stay in Tromsø.

How you can help take care of our region

Visiting by cruise?

Read our guidelines for a safe, enjoyable and responsible visit to Tromsø.

The Right to Roam

Learn about Norway’s Right to Roam and the responsibilities that come with access to nature.

Take care of the reindeer

Learn how to behave responsibly around reindeer and why keeping your distance matters.

Aurora Guide for tour operators

Find guidance on safety, regulations and responsible conduct for northern lights tour operators.

Sustainable Destination

Explore Tromsø’s sustainability work, projects and related articles.

The Ren Kyst (Clean Coast) project

Learn how local volunteers and partners work to reduce marine litter along the coast.

Know before you go

Find essential information to help you stay safe and travel responsibly in the Tromsø region.

In-water activities with whales

Learn why in-water activities are discouraged and how to behave around whales.

Be responsible

Find practical tips for being a more responsible guest when visiting the Tromsø region.

Tromsø - a sustainable destination

Learn what the label means and how Tromsø works towards more sustainable tourism.

Caring for Tromsø

Simple advice on protecting nature and respecting local communities.

Whale watching guidelines

Read the guidelines for safe and responsible whale watching in the Tromsø region.

Northern lights tourism guidelines

Read the guidelines for safe and responsible northern lights tourism in the Tromsø region.

Find accommodation and tours from environmentally certified providers

 

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