Top 10 Northern Lights Cruises in Norway

1.Evening Aurora Cruise (dinner optional)

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 1,570 reviews · 3.5 hours · from $100Our pick

Sail from central Tromsø at 8 p.m. with Polar Adventures for 3.5 hours of Aurora hunting on the Arctic sea. Guides such as Holly, Ken, Thomas, Hans, and Christina help explain the lights and set up phone cameras. Warm drinks, snacks, toilets, indoor seating, and deck access are included. Dinner is optional.

“Trip was fantastic. A lovely clean ship, with plenty of space indoors and on deck. Hot drinks and biscuits included in the price. The guides were very knowledgeable and amusing. We very very lucky to and had an amazing northern lights display. All in all, a pretty perfect trip”

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2.Northern Lights Cruise with 2nd Chance Guarantee

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 1,280 reviews · 2.5 hours · from $114

Sail from Tromsø for 2.5 hours aboard a warm, spacious catamaran with panoramic windows, outdoor decks, free tea and coffee, and English or Norwegian guides. Yana, Valeria, Hannah, and other guides share Aurora science and photo tips while the crew searches the fjords. If clouds hide the lights, you receive a free second cruise.

“overall experience was good both guide Jenny and Donna was very nice and we get to see the northern”

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3.Aurora Dinner Cruise by Hybrid-Electric Catamaran

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 727 reviews · 3 hours · from $198

Board Brim Explorer beside Skarven Kro for a three-hour evening cruise around Tromsø. You’ll enjoy a three-course Arctic seafood meal, with a vegetarian option, while an English-speaking guide shares local stories and watches for clear skies. Heated cabins, 360-degree windows, and outdoor viewing areas make this a comfortable way to seek the Northern Lights.

“We loved the sustainability emphasis while on our Aurora dinner cruise! The hybrid-electric catamaran was so nice and quiet. Our meal was awesome and thoughtfully prepared. Our guides on the boat taught us interesting facts throughout the night, and our captain made sure we had a perfect opportunity to step outside to see an INCREDIBLE dancing northern lights show when the clouds cleared! We’ll never forget this experience and loved how convenient it was to embark and return! Thank you!!”

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4.Electric Northern Lights Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 346 reviews · 3.5 hours · from $124

Set out from Tromsø for a 3.5-hour electric cruise through the Arctic fjords. Your English-speaking guide explains Aurora science, folklore, Tromsø, and local wildlife while the captain searches for clearer skies. You can warm up in heated lounges, enjoy vegan soup, buy drinks, and step outside for photos when the lights appear.

“Great trip great guy telling us about everything and the bonus of the northern light”

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5.Northern Lights Cruise on a Cozy Vintage Vessel

★★★★★★★★★★3.9 · 249 reviews · 4 hours · from $100

Set out from Full Steam Museum in Tromsø aboard the veteran MS Strønstad for a four-hour Northern Lights cruise. You’ll get a short aurora presentation, fjord views, hot coffee, and access to cozy indoor spaces. Guides such as Tobi, Jana, and Janna have led recent trips. Book the sauna or jacuzzi ahead, and bring swimwear.

“It was amazing, we didn’t catch the aurora lights, but atmosphere and city view was really nice.”

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6.Tromso Aurora Cruise with 3-Course Dinner

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 217 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $203

Board Brim Explorer in Tromsø by 18:45 for a 19:00 departure around Tromsøya. You’ll enjoy a welcome drink, a three-course dinner, aurora commentary, and time on the viewing deck. The electric boat is smooth and quiet, but sightings depend entirely on clouds and solar activity.

“What an epic experience!! Let’s start with the crew Elli, Alberto and Fani were absolutely fantastic, full of knowledge and really helpful! The food, beautifully presented and very tasty, all the food was fish, I think maybe different choices for children under 16 should be available - but this is a minor critique!! The boat was clean, and the ride was smooth! We got super lucky during a week of heavy rain that we managed to see the lights, and they were epic!! We saw them dance throughout the whole cruise! A truly memorable and magical experience”

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7.Luxury Northern Lights Yacht Cruise with Hot Tub from Tromsø

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 139 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $344Top rated

Join Captain Kenneth and Sachi aboard Stella Oceana for a four-hour evening cruise from Tromsø. The small group searches for the aurora while you enjoy reindeer soup, hot drinks, a warm cabin, and scheduled hot tub time. Bring swimwear, a towel or robe, and proper winter clothing. Sightings and cruising distance depend on weather.

“Do this tour! The captain and his wife are both absolutely lovely people who will ensure you have a good trip. We went out in a clear night and the stars from the boat alone are worth it. However, we were lucky and the northern lights put on a great show when we were in the Hot Tub. This was an experience like no other! Food and drinks are also good, the ship is clean and the atmosphere is perfect. Would definitely do it again. 12/10 experience!”

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8.Luxury Northern Lights Cruise with Hot Tub & Dinner

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 129 reviews · 4 hours · from $309

Join Captain Kenneth and Sachi aboard Stella Oceana, a 32-meter yacht limited to 12 people. This four-hour evening cruise combines Arctic fjord views, a 30 to 45-minute hot tub session, reindeer soup, hot drinks, and a warm saloon. The northern lights are never guaranteed, but the boat remains comfortable and inviting even beneath cloudy skies.

“The most amazing experience! Lovely guides, a delicious meal, wonderful atmosphere. Worth every penny!”

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9.24hr Northern Lights & Whale Watching Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 114 reviews · 22 hours to 1 day (approx.) · from $1,214

Sail from Tromsø toward Skjervøya on a 24-hour cruise with a three-course dinner, breakfast, lunch, cabin stay, Northern Lights talks, and whale watching. You may see humpbacks, fin whales, and orcas close to the boat. The group is limited to 52 people, and the trip runs in English.

“The crew and tour guides are lovely, couldn’t do more for you to ensure upmost comfort. Knowledgeable about the whales and northern lights with several talks across the 2 days. We learnt lots of new things. Cabins are comfy and warm and there’s several food choices at each meal. All you of what we had was lovely. Whilst we didn’t get to see the northern lights due to cloud cover the polar twilight gave impressive scenery and beautiful colours in the sky. We did see loads of humpback whales including several breaches and several pods of killer whales some getting pretty close. An amazing trip and one to remember for…”

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10.Bodø: Northern Lights Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 7 reviews · 3 hours · from $103

Join Brim Explorer in Bodø for a 3-hour search for the aurora across Vestfjorden. Your English-speaking guide explains the science and local setting while the hybrid-electric ship seeks clearer skies. Use the large windows, outside deck, café, free Wi-Fi, and tap water as conditions change.

“Even though we didn‘t see the Aurora, we had a great and fun time & the crew did their best to entertain us.”

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