Norway · TROMSO TOURS
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Tromsø packs whales, huskies, reindeer camps and the aurora into one small island city, and almost everything leaves from within walking distance of the harbour. Here are the 15 best tours in Tromsø, with prices, pickup arrangements and a note on which season each one actually belongs to.
Ride reindeer sleds with a Sami guide, feed the herd near Tromsø, then warm up with lavvu stories, joik songs, and lunch.
“Had an incredible time! Loved being able to get up close and interact with the reindeer and the sleigh ride was such a unique and unforgettable experience. Also loved getting to hear about the Sami people and culture around the fire.”
Tromsø hybrid-electric whale watching in Arctic fjords, sailing quietly for orcas and other whales, with warm lounges and Wi-Fi.
“Very nice, beautiful setting. Orcas are a little shy and prefer to play with the small boats around them. Biut unless you would die to see orcas, I appreciated the beautiful setting comfortably seated in the big boat, even if the orcas are more far than on small boats.”
Chase the Northern Lights from Tromsø in a warm 19-seat coach with thermal suit, hot drinks, tripod and photo help. Small-group style.
“If you’re in Tromsø, this is a must do activity and we were very lucky to have spotted the auroras throughout the night. Our guide was very friendly and shared a lot of insights and tips with us and also took lovely pictures. The mini bus was very comfortable and warm and we were given hot chocolate and cookies towards the end. It’s a good idea to bring your own tripod and wear warm clothing (don’t forget gloves!) as it can get quite windy.”
5-hour Tromsø fjord cruise with fishing at Ramfjord, warm fish soup, unlimited hot drinks, and wildlife spotting near Ryøya.
“Beautiful views and we got to try our hand at fishing. We also got the chance to see a white tailed eagle. The guides were really great and the food was delicious. I had the vegetarian and my friend had the fish soup.”
See Tromsø fjords and Sommarøy by bus, snack on wild salmon by the sea, and get a real Arctic swim if conditions allow.
“Beautiful experience , and really friendly and very kind Andre the guide guy. Thank you Andre for the information and the warm welcome we definitely do it again with the same team, Really enjoyed the time!”
Drive your own husky sled in Tromsø wilderness, meet 130 Alaskan huskies, then warm up in a Sami lavvo with cake.
“This was an amazing!!! But be warned!! If it snows ALOT the night before your trip, just know you’ll be running behind/ pushing to help the dogs if the snow is deep. The dogs are strong but they need help going up the hills. My husband and I had a great workout! You do need to have some sort of physical abilities for this excursion. The guides were wonderful and patient. Another piece of advice is try to get the sled in the front by the guide. There’s a chance you could get stuck behind people that weren’t listening to directions and weren’t helping the dogs, hence, stopping every few…”
Tromsø reindeer feeding plus a Sami cultural tour with lunch, hot drinks, and joik singing in a warm lavvu setting.
“The Tromsø Reindeer Camp and Sami Cultural Tour with Lunch was an absolutely beautiful and unforgettable experience. Being so close to the reindeer was magical—they are gentle, fascinating animals, and learning about their role in Sami life made the experience even more special. The landscape was breathtaking: snowy plains, mountains, and a peaceful Arctic atmosphere that felt straight out of a postcard. Meeting the Sami people and learning about their culture, traditions, and history was incredibly interesting and authentic. Their stories and connection to nature made the tour feel meaningful, not just touristic. The lunch was delicious and warm, perfect after spending time outdoors in the ...”
Tromsø minibus aurora chase with a guide, thermal suits, warm drinks, multiple stops, and pro photos, plus a flexible route when skies change.
“We were very lucky because wherever we go, we got to see the northern lights! We were very lucky because we have a very knowledgeable guide and best driver! It was soooo cold but all worth it seeing aurora danced and kinda performed in the mountain!!!!”
Night reindeer sledding near Tromsø, a fire-warmed Sámi 3-course dinner with bidos, and a real chance at the Northern Lights.
“It was such a lovely trip. We fed the reindeers and learned a lot about Sami culture. Sledding was also fun but we felt sad about reindeers during the sledding as they seem they were having difficulty. The one of the most beautiful part of the tour is that we caught very very strong Northern Lights while we are in the camp. It was strongly visible even though the cloud density was high. Then, the clouds are disappeared and we watched a unforgettable Northern Lights covering all the sky powerfully. So, we saw everything and we did everything we could do :)”
Cozy bonfire Northern Lights hunt in Tromsø with thermal suits, homemade vegan soup, English guides, and routes that may cross Finland.
“Staff tried to find the northern lights but the weather was not cooperating . Magda was extremely helpful and knowledgeable. Sophie gave us information about the lights and surrounding area while tending to our bonfire. It was an enjoyable evening even though our main objective was not reached. The office staff were very organized and communicative. With thanks”
Tromsø fjord cruise on a quiet hybrid catamaran, with an underwater drone kelp view and a fish-rack stop on land.
“beautiful landscape, excellent facilities, staff great, timings perfect. brilliant experience.”
Chase the Northern Lights from Tromsø in a small group, with a warm suit, hot drinks, and free HD aurora photos after.
“A really splendid adventure - huge thanks to Maria and Stephan for their hospitality, perseverance and enthusiasm!”
Hop on a comfortable bus from Tromsø, gear up in winter suits, self-drive huskies near the Lyngen Alps, then warm up in a Sami lavvu.
“Brilliant fun, lovely dogs, lovely people. Well organised and so enjoyable. Scenery beautiful and absolutely loved everything about it.”
Chase the Northern Lights from Tromsø with thermal suits, campfire snacks, and a free professional aurora portrait. Weather decides.
“It was amazing experience and fully satisfied. But the most important factor may depend on the luck on weather.”
Tromsø whale safari on MS Gabriele, a warm catamaran hunt for orcas and humpbacks with a fjord cruise fallback if whales move on.
“Great trip, received communication in advance that whales had left area so would be a different trip visiting an island. The boat was comfortable, our guide was informative and interesting and great scenery to view.”
