Alta

Alta - Northern Lights Chase

Excursion

Price from €189

Difficulty level

Level 2: Moderate - some mobility needed

Booking code

E-ALF3

Duration

4hrs

Notes

Read practical information below

Beautiful Northern lights at the countryside of Alta
  • More than one location available – the tour balances needing a camp with picking the area around Alta most likely to have clear sky (one location is chosen for all guests for the evening).

  • Onboard briefing and presentation to guests prior to the tour.

The hunt for the northern lights begins with a briefing prior to departure by the host of the event. Through this brief and entertaining presentation, guests will learn a little about the Northern Lights, why Alta is a good place to hunt for them, and the chances of viewing them on this particular hunt. Guests will travel by guided bus to the location most likely to provide favourable weather. A camp will be set up with hot drinks, snacks, and limited shelter for the participants while they wait.  

Guides on-site can provide help with camera settings to improve the photography results. Note: weather and astronomical factors cannot be guaranteed to provide a show for the guests on any given night. The best probability for clear skies may be at a location close to town – in that case, the transfer to those camps will be rather short.

Practical information: 

  • Included: Hot drinks and a light snack. 

  • Remarks/requirements: Warm clothing is essential! No thin shoes or light cotton trousers, please. Dress in wool and layers. Toilet and indoor facilities are provided but are limited. 

  • Walking information: Approximately 50 – 100 metres. 

  • Language: English and Norwegian.

  • Wheelchair accessible: No. 

  • Northern lights can only be expected during certain times of the year. This tour is not available when there is no chance of seeing northern lights.