Tromsø · GUIDED
This is the shortlist to send a friend: 15 guided tours that earn their place in a short Arctic week, each with its price, its traveller verdict and the thing worth knowing before you commit.
Tromsø reindeer sledding with a Sami guide, feeding 300 reindeer, warm lunch in a lavvu, and joik by the fire, all in 4 hours.
“Very interesting insight into the life of Sami people, plus the reindeers were cute. 😁”
Guided Tromsø fjord expedition to Kvaløya and Sommarøy with a warm picnic lunch, wildlife spotting, and expert photo help.
“We had a great time on this tour! Our guide and driver were absolutely the best! Highly recommend!”
Snowshoe with huskies on Kvaløya outside Tromsø, then cuddle 200 dogs and puppies, with hot drinks and homemade chocolate cake.
“Excellent 👍 The guide was very informative and made us all feel relaxed. My puppy was a strong and energetic boy so I was slightly relieved when the pulling came to an end, but he was very sweet. It was lovely meeting the rest of the dogs; the gluten-free and dairy-free cake was awesome!!”
Guided cross-country skiing course in Tromsø. Learn langrenn basics, use provided gear, and enjoy fjord views and the blue hour for $99.
“Our guide was amazing and so supportive and fun. As total beginners to cross country skiing we had so much fun and couldn’t have asked for much more. Our guide checked in on what we felt like doing multiple times and then once we’d got the hang of it, we headed up to the lake which was frozen over! Would highly recommended too anyone!”
Chase the Northern Lights from Tromsø in a warm Mercedes minibus with local guides, thermal gear, homemade cake, and professional aurora photos.
“Very nice tour! The guides are nice and so there best to show you the northern lights (and with succes!). The photos were great. The bus is comfortabel and there are not too many people on the tour. During the tour you'll get a hot drink and some snacks. Would recommend!”
From Tromsø, ride a guided snowmobile safari through the Lyngen Alps, with thermal gear, fjord views, and warm fish soup.
“I really enjoyed the local cuisine provided after the experience. The snow mobile experience was out of a fairytale and something that I will always remember. 10 out of 10 would recommend. Worth every single dollar.”
Chase the Northern Lights from Tromsø in a small group with warm suits, hot drinks, and pro photo stops, with pickup and drop-off.
“Tom is a terrific guide who seems to be Northern-Lights whisperer! We left Tromso in a driving snowstorm that seemed to last until Tom found a break in the clouds. I still had my doubts, but then the lights appeared, and we got a fantastic show, including the green lady! Then, we drove to another spot that seemed known only to Tom, and they appeared again! The tour includes plenty of hot drinks, and thermal suits, which are a must to stay out in the cold. Additionally, Tom takes plenty of pictures of each guest, which he sends to them so you get great shots of you and the Aurora!…”
Small-group Northern Lights chase from Tromsø with a 4x4, thermal suits, and photo support. Expect 5 to 9 hours of aurora hunting.
“It was an incredible northern lights chase by our guide Nico - he’s a great guy. On a night with low probability due to cloudy skies, he ensured we manage to see the lights - drove almost 200km all the way up to Finland in challenging conditions! It was an experience of a lifetime for us. Thank you Nico!”
Skjervøy RIB whale watching with local guide Viktor. Spot killer whales and humpbacks close by, with warm gear and hot chocolate.
“Victor is the GOAT - very welcoming. He gives a lot of information while watching and even knows some Orcas by its name!”
Guided snowshoe walk on Tromsøya Island with round-trip transport, snowshoes fitted for you, and hot lefse breaks, beginner friendly.
“Great opportunity to experience time in a snowy setting. Great for all who enjoy time outside. Easy skill to learn.”
Guided e-bike ride through Tromsø with pedal-assist hills, city sights, Telegraph Bay, Prestvannet Lake, and the Arctic botanical garden.
“An absolutely beautiful place to bike! We took in the natural beauty and enjoyed a perfect day of sunshine, biking, and getting to know Tromso. I highly recommended!”
Guided fjord day from Tromsø to Sommarøy with hikes, wildlife chances, and a warm lunch, in a small English-speaking group.
“That’s a pretty short trip. Sumarøy could be a great destination for your travels next summer. This tour is not as exciting as the Northern Lights, but it is more relaxed and cozy small group with Lorenzo's warm explanations and a tasty soup lunch at a nice restaurant.”
2-hour small-group Tromsø walking tour with skip-the-line PolarMuseum entry and guided exhibits, plus stories of Sami culture and polar explorers.
“It was a wonderful tour .. led by a local - Knut. Very knowledgeable and friendly and was able to give us an insight into the history, culture and current overview of Tromso. The Polar Museum tour was an eye-opener for us and Knut easygoing nature makes it easy for us to ask questions about Tromso and learning so much about Tromso as a whole. It was a nice and pleasant experience. Personally for us, ask for Knut when choosing this Tour.”
Aurora hunt from Tromsø with local guides, warm drinks, and pro photos. Chase clearer skies in a Mercedes Sprinter, rain or shine.
“Arctic Glow, the best experience you’ll have of Northern Lights chase! Hands down 5-star excellent customer service! Inge and Kine are locals, the kindest, friendliest, down to earth people. Very knowledgeable on auroras too! We felt so very well looked after from start to finish. Despite the cloud cover, Inge found us a great night sky show! He also took very beautiful photos of everyone in the group and gave it to us the next day. The refreshments provided were enjoyable and served with much kindness. Kine made us try Norway’s native bread and brown cheese and her baked goodies are so yummy. The van is very comfortable and clean,…”
Small-group 4x4 tour of Senja from Tromsø with hot drinks and guide Peter, visiting Tungeneset, Bergsbotn and Ersfjordstranda.
“The trip in Senja was amazing. I got to see very different scenes like snowy mountains/frozen lakes/humid beaches. And we were warm in the car although there were snow and rain outside.”
Every kind of Arctic day, and the best of each.
