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Northern lights over Svolvær in Lofoten, Northern Norway Photo: Stockshots.no/Innovation Norway
Northern lights, also known as the aurora borealis, dancing in the clear night sky above the fishing village of Ersfjord in the county of Troms. Photo: Bjørn Jørgensen/Innovation Norway
Svolvær in Lofoten is one of many places in Northern Norway to see the northern lights, also known as the aurora borealis. Photo: Stockshots.no/Innovation Norway
A show of dancing northern lights, also known as the aurora borealis, above the small island of Landegode just outside Bodø in the county of Nordland. Photo: Kent Even Grundstad
Enjoy the crisp sea air and the magnificant show of the northern lights from the deck of one of Hurtigruten's (the Norwegian Coastal Voyage) ships. Photo: M. Horender
Go on a cruise with Hurtigruten (the Norwegian Coastal Voyage) during late autumn or winter/early spring - you might see the splendid northern lights. Photo: Ivan Mervillie
The magical northern lights will often flicker across the night sky high above the Lofoten Islands during late autumn and winter/early spring. Photo: Stockshots.no/Innovation Norway
Northern lights performing a dance of inspiration above Vågakallen Mountain in Lofoten. Photo: Stockshots.no/Innovation Norway
A show of natural wonderment is displayed by the northern lights over the small town of Svolvær in Lofoten. Photo: Stockshots.no/Innovation Norway
Travel to Lofoten in late autumn and early spring in order to see the northern lights. October through to March are the best months. Photo: Stockshots.no/Innovation Norway
Northern lights dancing above Vågakallen Mountain in the Lofoten Islands. Photo: Stockshots.no/Innovation Norway
The Lofoten Islands are an excellent location for viewing the northern lights perform their magical display in the night sky. Photo: Stockshots.no/Innovation Norway
The blue night sky and green aurora rays are a fitting backdrop for the large island of Sørøya in Western Finnmark. Photo: Bård Løken/Innovation Norway
The charming fishing village of Henningsvær in Lofoten is a great place to see the northern lights, also known as aurora borealis. Photo: Stockshots.no/Innovation Norway
In Tromsø, the highest northern lights frequency is between 6 pm and 1 am. The best months are December, January, February and March. Photo: Kjetil Skogli/Visit Tromsø
A curtain of northern lights touches the mountains beside the Ersfjord in the county of Troms. Photo: Kjetil Skogli/Visit Tromsø

See the northern lights in Northern Norway

Northern Norway is one of the world's best places to experience the aurora borealis. Add exotic adventures to make your winter dream trip reality.

Plan an unforgettable winter trip to Northern Norway

Northern Norway is the home of the northern lights

Witnessing the aurora borealis is an unforgettable experience. Visit Northern Norway and combine nature's light show with the trip of a lifetime.

Where to stay and what to do in Northern Norway

Rica Hotels - the perfect stay

Rica Hotels welcome you during your travels in beautiful Northern Norway, with high quality accommodation and an excellent complimentary breakfast.

Tromsø is amongst the best places to see the northern lights

Spend your winter holidays in Tromsø and combine your northern lights hunt with the comforts of a lively Arctic city.

Modern cabins in prime northern lights viewing territory

Lauklines Kystferie offers high-standard shoreline cabins in idyllic surroundings beside the Kattfjord, only 30 kilometres outside Tromsø.

Make the most of Tromsø

Fulfil your northern lights experience by staying at the friendly design hotel Clarion Hotel Bryggen, conveniently located on the quayside.

Mix the northern lights with wild winter activities

Get in touch with nature. Combine the aurora borealis experience with a range of winter activities at a cosy cabin just 40 minutes from Tromsø.

Experience the northern lights in Lofoten

Visit the spectacular Lofoten Islands and learn more about the magic northern lights with this exciting three-day package deal.

Go whale watching with Whalesafari Andenes

Join a breathtaking whale safari where you learn about these fascinating creatures and watch them glide, blow water and dive into the water.

Try snowy adventures in Kirkenes with Barents Safari

Winter adventures abound in Kirkenes, Northern Norway. Take your pick of the best with these great packages.

The Svalbard Islands

The Svalbard Islands are located in the Arctic Ocean, halfway between Norway and the North Pole. Svalbard offer untouched arctic wilderness.

Mary-Ann's Polarrigg

In buildings formerly used as barracks for miners and construction workers, visitors to Longyearbyen will find a cosy and homely atmosphere.

Book your winter holiday with a UK tour operator

Discover the World

Book your northern lights holiday to Norway with the UK’s leading Arctic specialists with 30 years’ experience creating outstanding holidays.

Best Served Scandinavia

Specialists in tailor-made holidays for independent travellers to Norway.

Sunvil Discovery

Tailor-made for you. Freedom, flexibility and independence are at the heart of every Sunvil Discovery holiday.

Taber Holidays

Taber Holidays – a specialist tour operator to Norway since 1973.

Specialised Tours

Specialised Tours, the Scandinavian specialist, offers northern lights breaks, tours and tailor-made holidays for independent travellers.

Nordic Experience

Discover Norway with us. Nature at its best. Northern lights, wildlife and winter adventure await those who "Experience our Experience" - from £795.

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