Tromso: Northern Lights Cruise at Tromsø

Tromsø: Northern Lights Cruise

This northern lights cruise takes you across Tromsø's Arctic waters aboard a modern, eco-friendly vessel with silent electric engines. Your guided cruise offers multiple opportunities to spot the aurora borealis from expansive viewing decks, whilst staying warm in comfortable indoor saloons between sightings.

You can choose from three cruise options: a standard experience with hot drinks and heated indoor areas, a dinner cruise featuring locally inspired cuisine with both classic and vegetarian menus, or a luxury option with heated lounges and traditional fish soup. All cruises pass notable landmarks including the Arctic Cathedral, perfect for photos of Tromsø's striking architecture.

Your knowledgeable guide shares stories about Tromsø's fishing traditions and Northern Norwegian heritage throughout the cruise. You'll learn about Sami beliefs regarding the Northern Lights, where indigenous culture views the aurora as ancestral spirits dancing across the polar sky.

What is Included

• Guided Arctic cruise with professional crew
• Access to heated indoor saloons and outdoor viewing decks
• Complimentary hot drinks (coffee and tea)
• Set menu dinner with local ingredients (dinner cruise option)
• Traditional fish soup (luxury cruise option)
• Fishing gear on select cruises
• Thermal suits on select options
• Free WiFi on board

Good to Know

The cruise departs from Tromsø harbour and you should arrive at least 15 minutes before departure. Northern lights sightings depend on weather and atmospheric conditions, so aurora visibility cannot be guaranteed.

Dress warmly in layers including hat, mittens and waterproof shoes as Arctic conditions can be very cold. The vessel is wheelchair and stroller accessible. If booking the dinner cruise, inform operators of dietary preferences at least 24 hours in advance.

Follow crew instructions during boarding and remain cautious on outdoor decks, especially in icy conditions. Keep noise levels minimal during potential aurora sightings to respect other guests' viewing experience.

For those planning additional Arctic adventures, consider combining your northern lights cruise with a Tromsø reindeer sledding experience or exploring the region further with a Tromsø snowmobile safari during your visit to Norway's northern capital.