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The 15 Best Things to Do in Tromsø

147 tours  ·  from $21 a head

Tromsø in winter sells aurora, sled dogs and Arctic water; in summer it sells the same fjords under a sun that never sets. These 15 are priced and paced, with a note on which only run half the year.

Tromsø: Reindeer Sledding & Feeding with a Sami Guide - Meeting the herd and feeding the reindeer
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Tromsø: Reindeer Sledding & Feeding with a Sami Guide

1.Reindeer Sledding & Feeding with a Sami Guide

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 6,417 reviews · 4 hours · from $198Our pick

Travel by warm bus from Tromsø to a Sami reindeer camp, where you will feed a herd of about 300 animals, ride a reindeer sled, eat a hot meal in a lavuu, and hear stories and joik. Guides such as Inga, Ilya, Maria, and Ana share personal insight into Sami life. Dress for serious cold.

“It was a fantastic experience! Reindeers were lovely, food very tasty and the guide told us many interesting things about the Sami people.”

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Tromsø: Whale Watching Tour by Hybrid-Electric Boat - The hybrid-electric difference near wildlife
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Tromsø: Whale Watching Tour by Hybrid-Electric Boat

2.Whale Watching Tour by Hybrid-Electric Boat

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 4,217 reviews · from $195

Spend up to nine hours sailing from Tromsø toward Skjervøy, where herring attract orcas, humpbacks, fin whales, and sperm whales. Brim Explorer’s hybrid-electric catamaran offers heated lounges, panoramic windows, Wi-Fi, and outdoor decks. Guides such as Connor, Bee, Adrian, and Ivan add lively whale facts while you search the fjords.

“Honestly everything was wonderful. I was on the bus up part of the journey, don't worry about which side you sit on - its all incredible. Look out for porpoises in the fjords as you go up. The bus is comfy and has USB/USBC chargers & WiFi and some water and a cereal bar for you. once you get to the boat they get you on quickly and within 15 minutes we were watching Orcas and Fin whales..I honestly couldn't believe it. They were incredible. The boat are really respectful of their habitat and slowdown/stop within certain distances to allow the Whales to make their own minds on how close…”

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From Tromsø: Aurora Borealis Tour - Why the route may stretch toward Finland
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From Tromsø: Aurora Borealis Tour

3.Aurora Borealis Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 4,206 reviews · from $181

Leave Tromsø with two English-speaking Arctic Breeze guides and chase clear skies across northern Norway. You may travel far inland, sometimes toward Finland, as forecasts change. Thermal suits, hot drinks, tripods, camera help, portrait photos, and hotel drop-off in central Tromsø are included. The aurora is never guaranteed.

“I like it overall, well organized and the guide knows what he’s doing. Friendly environment. I would suggest to have on my the issue of wanting to use the washroom/ toilets.”

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Tromsø’s Top-Rated Fjord & Fishing Cruise – All-Inclusive - Meeting the crew beside Tromsø harbor
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Tromsø’s Top-Rated Fjord & Fishing Cruise – All-Inclusive

4.Tromsø’s Top-Rated Fjord & Fishing Cruise – All-Inclusive

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 4,017 reviews · from $142

Spend five hours aboard Capella with Polar Adventures, cruising Tromsø’s fjords and straits, watching for eagles, dolphins, porpoises, and coastal wildlife. You’ll visit Ryøya, try fishing in Ramfjorden, and warm up with fish or vegan soup, hot drinks, and biscuits. English-speaking guides, including crew members such as Estefania, Juan, Holly, and Kristina, help bring the trip to life.

“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.”

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Tromsø: Fjords and Sommarøy Islands Tour with Salmon Picnic - Meeting the bus in central Tromsø
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Tromsø: Fjords and Sommarøy Islands Tour with Salmon Picnic

5.Fjords and Sommarøy Islands Tour with Salmon Picnic

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 3,922 reviews · 4.5 hours · from $112

Travel from Tromsø to Sommarøy by comfortable bus with an English- or Spanish-speaking guide such as Andreas, Cande, or Joanna. Stop at fjords, viewpoints, and local food spots before a beach tasting of salmon, cheese, reindeer and elk meats, fruit, sweets, coffee, and tea. Bring a towel if you want to swim.

“It was well organized. We were informed about some changes a day before (on the app and on my e-mail). We started on time and we were lucky to make some pictures of the beauty of the nature. Something that could be better done: - some people took the places of others during our first pause. Whether that’s rude or not…it was still asked that people should take their « old seats ». I recommend taking more time to explain the rules at the beginning.”

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Tromsø: Self-Drive Husky Dog Sledding Adventure - The minibus from Scandic Ishavshotel to Kvaløya
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Tromsø: Self-Drive Husky Dog Sledding Adventure

6.Self-Drive Husky Dog Sledding Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 3,498 reviews · from $328

You and a partner take turns driving a team of Alaskan huskies across Kvaløya, following an English-speaking guide for about 70 to 80 minutes. Arctic suits, boots, and warm gear are supplied. Before and after the ride, meet more than 130 friendly dogs, then sit by the fire in a Sami Lavvo with coffee, tea, and chocolate 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…”

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Tromsø: Reindeer Camp and Sami Cultural Tour with Lunch - Walking into the feeding area
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Tromsø: Reindeer Camp and Sami Cultural Tour with Lunch

7.Reindeer Camp and Sami Cultural Tour with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 3,326 reviews · 4 hours · from $141

Ride from Tromsø to a Sami reindeer camp near Krokelvdalen, feed a herd of about 300 reindeer, and warm up with hot drinks, cookies, and lunch. Sami hosts such as Johannes, Inga, Igna, and Daniel share stories, explain reindeer herding, and perform traditional songs around the fire.

“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 ...”

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Tromsø: Northern Lights Chase Minibus Tour - Guides who make the difference
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Tromsø: Northern Lights Chase Minibus Tour

8.Northern Lights Chase Minibus Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 2,687 reviews · from $172

Spend seven hours chasing the Aurora from Tromsø with an English-speaking guide such as Romain, Aneta, Hans Eric, or Joanna. The route follows the clearest skies, sometimes into Finland, with thermal suits, hot chocolate, snacks, two professional photos, and hotel drop-off included. Expect cold outdoor waits and a cramped minibus.

“Despite the low expectations (all cloudy and 10% chance of Aurora with clear skies), our guide Aneta managed to find a nice spot just after few hours searching around the northern islands. What at first looked like a strange grey cloud at the horizon, soon became greener until something crazier happened: green and pink lights just above our heads, moving and dancing so fast that it was impossible to take a proper video! We managed to take some good pictures and we'll definitely keep that natural dance in our memories. Not everybody is lucky to get such a wonderful experience at first try, but I think that part of the…”

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Tromsø: Reindeer Sled, Dinner, and Chance of Northern Lights - What the reindeer sled ride is really like
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Tromsø: Reindeer Sled, Dinner, and Chance of Northern Lights

9.Reindeer Sled, Dinner, and Chance of Northern Lights

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 2,651 reviews · 4h 30m · from $219

From Tromsø, you’ll spend about four and a half hours at a Sami reindeer camp, feeding a herd of around 300, riding a reindeer sled, eating bidos stew, and hearing stories and joik from Sami hosts such as Anna, Luona, or Thea. Northern Lights viewing depends on cloud and activity.

“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 :)”

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Tromso Aurora Hunt with Bonfire, Soup, Winter Gear & Transfers - Waiting for the Northern Lights
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Tromso Aurora Hunt with Bonfire, Soup, Winter Gear & Transfers

10.Tromso Aurora Hunt with Bonfire, Soup, Winter Gear & Transfers

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,290 reviews · 5 to 8 hours (approx.) · from $226Top rated

Spend 5 to 8 hours chasing the Aurora from Tromsø with an English-speaking guide such as Magda, Bart, or Jordan. Ride into the countryside, possibly across the Finnish border, then warm up beside a bonfire with vegan, gluten-free soup. Thermal suits, boots, transfers, photography help, and souvenir photos are included.

“It was a fantastic experience with a small group. Magda and Cris took great care of us and we were lucky to see some amazing Northern Lights! Magda also took fantastic photos for us so that we could enjoy the lights in the moment and not worry about taking photos.”

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Tromsø: Arctic Fjord Cruise With Stop On Land At Fish Racks - Ramfjorden and the first wide views
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Tromsø: Arctic Fjord Cruise With Stop On Land At Fish Racks

11.Arctic Fjord Cruise With Stop On Land At Fish Racks

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,268 reviews · 4 hours · from $125

Spend four hours cruising from Tromsø through Ramfjorden, Rystraumen, Rya, and nearby island waters on a warm, stable hybrid-electric catamaran. Guides such as Fred, Tobias, Frida, and Francesca have shared local history, wildlife facts, and fishing traditions. You can watch the seabed by underwater drone, visit fish racks when weather allows, and buy lunch and drinks onboard.

“Thoroughly enjoyed the whole trip, which started from right outside my hotel. A good trip around the nearby shoreline on a glass smooth day, taking in sights and historical features and some social history all enhanced by some on screen presentations and descriptions by our guides. From inside there were great views, warmth and refreshments. Outside, even clearer views and a feeling of being in nature, thanks to the near silence of the passage.”

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Tromsø: Northern Lights Chase with Free Photos - Meeting the guide outside Tromsø Tourist Shop
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Tromsø: Northern Lights Chase with Free Photos

12.Northern Lights Chase with Free Photos

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 2,097 reviews · from $181

Join an English or Norwegian-speaking guide for a five-hour aurora chase from Tromsø. Your route may reach the coast, inland valleys, or the Finnish border, depending on clouds and forecasts. Guides such as Stefan, Jack, and Magne help with camera settings, serve hot drinks and biscuits, and share free high-resolution photos afterward.

“Our guide drove around searching for a good spot to view the northern lights and we were able to see them and view them for quite a long time. He took numerous pictures to ensure we were captured with the lights. Only negative feedback was my party of 2 were in the very back and were not able to get out of the van quickly since we were last to get out. Not sure how to remedy that but still a good tour.”

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From Tromsø: Fun and Easy Dog Sledding Adventure - Getting ready in thermal clothing
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From Tromsø: Fun and Easy Dog Sledding Adventure

13.Fun and Easy Dog Sledding Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 2,004 reviews · 4h 30m · from $282

Travel from Tromsø to Breivikeidet, suit up in thermal gear, and learn to drive a husky sled with a partner. You will each mush for about 30 minutes, then meet the dogs and warm up with drinks and cake in a lavvu. English-speaking guides, scenic Lyngen Alps views, and transport are included.

“The activity itself was excellent. We had a bad start where there were too many activities being organised at once at the bus shelter with not enough buses. We were told to wait inside, then after a while I went back outside to follow up and they removed a whole group off a bus and put our group on it. We left about 25 minutes later than the start time after everyone arrived 15 minutes earlier as instructed. However once we left, the driver was lovely and once we arrived for the activity all was forgotten. As an animal lover, I am always worried about booking activities like this incase…”

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Tromsø: Northern Lights Tour with Free Professional Portrait - The minibus chase through fjords and mountains
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Tromsø: Northern Lights Tour with Free Professional Portrait

14.Northern Lights Tour with Free Professional Portrait

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,939 reviews · from $181

Meet at Kirkegata 2 for a six-hour Northern Lights hunt with local English-speaking guides such as Mansoor, Abdul, Amar, and Aram. Travel by minibus through fjords and mountains, possibly as far as Finland, then warm up with blackcurrant juice, lefse, marshmallows, and a campfire. You also receive a free professional aurora portrait.

“The way the tour was planned so that we could get to see the Northern Lights.”

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Tromsø Whale Safari with MS Gabriele - Inside MS Gabriele: comfort matters on a six-hour sea trip
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Tromsø Whale Safari with MS Gabriele

15.Tromsø Whale Safari with MS Gabriele

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 1,937 reviews · 6 hours · from $207

Cruise from Tromsø to the Skjervøy area aboard the warm, fast MS Gabriele, looking for orcas and humpback whales with guides such as Lorenzo and Raul. You can watch through large windows or from three outdoor decks. The 6 to 8 hour trip includes Arctic scenery, whale talks, a bar, and a second-chance whale ticket.

“Amazing trip , very comfy , worth every penny , we had an 11 month old with us and staff were so helpful , would highly Recomend.”

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