Guided Activities Northern Lights Safari
Chasing the Northern Lights
Located beneath the Auroral Oval, the Lofoten Islands offer wonderful opportunities to witness the Northern Lights. From September to March, the dark Arctic skies provide a spectacular backdrop for the aurora, which can appear as anything from a soft green glow to vibrant ribbons of light dancing overhead.
Join our local guides on an evening adventure in search of the Northern Lights. With local knowledge, flexible routes and an eye on the weather, we’ll take you away from the village lights to find the best possible viewing conditions.
What to expect.
Your guide will meet you at Hattvika Lodge before heading out into the evening. They’ll check the latest weather forecasts, cloud cover and aurora activity before deciding where to go.
Unlike a fixed sightseeing route, an aurora hunt is all about flexibility. Your guide will explore different locations depending on cloud cover and visibility, looking for breaks in the clouds and darker skies. There may be a little driving, a few stops along the way and some time spent waiting beneath the stars. Patience is part of the adventure!
When the lights appear, you’ll have time to take photographs, enjoy the spectacle and experience the Arctic night.
Details:
Duration: 3 hours
Price: NOK 4,000 for 2pax. NOK 2000 per additional guest.
Season: September–March
Departure time: Varies according to the season and hours of darkness. Usually 19.00 or 20.00
Tours include a local guide and transport to selected viewing locations.
What to bring:
Arctic nights can be cold, particularly when standing outside waiting for the aurora. We recommend bringing:
- Warm winter clothing
- Insulated jacket and trousers
- Thermal base layers
- Warm boots
- Hat, scarf and gloves
- Camera or smartphone
- A tripod if you wish
Your guide will advise on the expected conditions before departure.
Do I have to book a tour to see the Northern Lights?
No, you can absolutely explore in search of the Northern Lights independently. However, joining a guided tour means you can benefit from local knowledge, weather monitoring and flexible transport to locations with the best viewing conditions. Our guides take care of the planning, so you can focus on enjoying the experience.
A note about the experience
The Northern Lights are a natural phenomenon, and sightings can never be guaranteed. Visibility depends on a combination of solar activity, darkness and clear skies. Our guides will do their best to find favourable viewing conditions, but sometimes the Arctic has other plans!
