Northern Lights

GuideGunnar`s Aurora Chase Tromsø 
 

"Half an hour later, Gunnar pulls into a siding. He flicks on the interior light over the driver's seat. Thirteen silent faces look at him. We're in the middle of nowhere, the van's windows have fogged up, and he turns to us in his furry hat. It's all a bit surreal, and I have goosebumps.

But, then Gunnar begins what he does best. He talks. He shows us a map and begins to explain about the solar winds, the magnetic North Pole, about collisions and exploding light. We're off like storm chasers across the frozen landscape. Gunnar cites Norse mythology: 'If you whistle or wave at the lights, the spirits will take you away,' he says."

- by Marian McGuinness, The Sydney Morning Herald (2010).

• Prices for 1 - 16 guests:
  NOK 1,695 per guest - Equinox: September + mid-March - mid-April
  NOK 1,995 per guest - Polar: October - November
  NOK 2,395 per guest - Snow: December - mid-March
   
• Start time: 18.00 / 6 pm - Latest Return time 02.00 / 2 am
• Pickup point: Magic Ice bar, street Kaigata 4 (outside Prostneset harbour terminal)
• Age: 15 - 85 years
• Warm boots & termal suits are available

We are local guides who were born and raised near Tromsø and/or have Northern Norwegian heritage. We have excellent knowledge of the local environment and the culture along the coast, such as the Sea Sami traditions that we are a part of.

We are also experts about local microclimates and weather conditions, which makes your nights out with us better experiences and successful adventures.

Join GuideGunnar Guides; Andreas and Gunnar!

Please read more about Guide Andreas here >

Experience Aurora Borealis, also known as the Northern Lights, with GuideGunnar – as seen in 'Jakten på Nordlyset' on TVNorge (2018), 'Dem Polarlicht auf der Spur' on NDR Fernsehen (2018 - 2022) and `Norge Rundt` on National TV NRK (2025).

GuideGunnar`s Aurora Chase Tromsø includes

• Guide service
• Snacks served around the campfire:
  `Lefse` is Arctic Norway's traditional and locally made pastry with cream and sweet goat cheese. Served with hot black currant juice.
• Camera tripods
• If we catch a good one, we share GuideGunnar / Andreas Aurora photographs from your aurora night with you.
• A Google Map directions link showing your Aurora Chase tour route
• Return transport to your accommodations in the city (max. 5 km) or back to the airport
• GuideGunnar's tours are run in a high-quality, warm, and spacious minibus (17 seats). The minibus also features on-screen introduction to the Aurora Borealis en route to the Northern Lights.

 

GuideGunnar's PRIVATE AURORA CHASE

GuideGunnar's Private Aurora Chases is bookable for good friends and family adventures, even babies can join on the Private chases. 

In this premium chase into the Arctic wilderness, your private group will enjoy excellent service and hospitality from one of Norway's most innovative and experienced tour guides. 

All meals get prepared LIVE over the camp fire by Gunnar. It`s time for Theatre of Food !

Menu: Reindeer stew with onion, mushroom and rice, or a fish stew with vegetables.
Vegetarian option is available too, on request.

GuideGunnar's Private Aurora Chase treats you also to a traditional Norwegian snacks around the campfire and presents an on-screen introduction to the fascinating physics and cultural history behind the Northern Lights.

Season: GuideGunnar's Private Aurora Chases runs from late August to mid-April.
 

Aurora Chase

• Price for 1 - 5 guests: NOK 12,500
• Price for 6 - 10 guests: NOK 21,875
• Price for 11 - 16 guests: NOK 37,500

• Start time: 18.00 / 6 pm - Latest Return time 02.00 / 2 am
• Age: 1 - 85 years
   

Aurora Chase Dinner

• Price for 1 - 4 guests: NOK 12,500 
• Price for 5 - 8 guests: NOK 21,875
• + NOK 750 per guest for dinner

• Start time: 18.00 / 6 pm - Latest return time 02.00 / 2 am
• Age: 15 - 75 years

Private Aurora Chases includes

• Pick-up from Tromsø airport (TOS), cruise ship terminals, city hotels, or your Airbnb address.
• GuideGunnar's guide service
• Snacks served around the campfire: `Lefse` is Arctic Norway's traditional and locally made pastry with cream and sweet goat cheese. Served with hot black currant juice.
• Camera tripods
• If we catch a good one, I share GuideGunnar Aurora photographs from your aurora night with you.
• A Google Map directions link showing your Aurora Chase tour route
• Return transport to your accommodations in the city or back to the airport
• GuideGunnar's tours are run in a high-quality, warm, and spacious minibus (17 seats). The minibus also features on-screen introduction to the Aurora Borealis en route to the Northern Lights.
   

FJORDS & AURORA

This is a combo of an afternoon / Fjords & Sunset Sightseeing and Aurora Chase. A restaurant meal is included.
After your wish, I will show you the amazing Lyngen Alps or the Magic island of Senja.

Only available: August 25th - October 15th + March 1st - April 15th.

• Price for 1 - 4 guests: NOK 15,500
• Price for 5 - 8 guests: NOK 26,000
• Price for 9 - 12 guests: NOK 30,600
• Start time: 15.00 / 3 pm - Return time 23.00 / 11 pm
• Age: 15 - 75 years.
 

Please read "little about clothing" - about some GuideGunnar`s tips about ´Don`t freeze - Stay warm´.

If you need warm clothing for your whole Tromsø stay, please rent it at Tromsø Outdoor >
 

What do you know about the Northern Lights ? Read this one and you`ll know more >

About GuideGunnar`s Service & Quality >
 

Passports

Please bring your passport (or other ID for EU citizens) for GuideGunnar's Private Aurora Chase, since as weather conditions might cause us to chase the lights across the border into Finland.

Bathrooms

GuideGunnar's Private Aurora Chase is a wilderness tour with nature's own bathroom facilities. However, there might be bathroom facilities en route during the Aurora Chase. Please don't hesitate to ask.


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