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Facts and fiction about the northern lights
What are the northern lights really about?
Many are fascinated by the aurora borealis, but few know the science and myths related to the natural light show in the sky.
Northern lights over Grøtfjord, Kvaløya.
Photo: Gaute Bruvik / Visitnorway.com
Photo: Gaute Bruvik / Visitnorway.com
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![People learning how to photograph the northern lights in Gildeskål, Northern Norway]()
How to photograph the northern lights
Read our top tips on how to take pictures of northern lights – where to go, what camera settings to use, and how to get the most out of your smartphone.
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![Northern Lights Dinner Cruise outside Tromsø by Go Fjords]()
CreditsNorthern Lights Dinner Cruise outside Tromsø by Go FjordsPhoto: Fredrik Ahlsen / Visit NorwayNorthern Lights Dinner Cruise outside TromsøDinner, boat tour, northern lights huntOn board an hybrid-electric boat outfitted with panoramic windows, you will glide silently into the darkness of the Tromsø fjords while savouring a delicious dinner and keeping an eye out for the magical northern lights. | Go Fjords
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CreditsHurtigruten and the northern lightsPhoto: Visit NorwayNorthern Lights CruiseVisit Tromsø, the North Cape and Kirkenes6-day tour, including a return cruise from Tromsø to Kirkenes with Hurtigruten. Visit the North Cape and try winter activities including dog sledding and snowmobiling. | Authentic Scandinavia
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CreditsMagical Northern Light by Up NorwayPhoto: SorrisnivaMagical Northern LightsGo dogsledding and whalewatchingThis journey encourages you to create your own magical connection in Alta, going on adventures such as dogsledding, snowmobiling and ice-fishing, and seeking the illuminations of the polar night. | Up Norway.
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CreditsNorthern Lights Safari by Fjord TravelPhoto: Sven-Erik KnoffNorthern Lights SafariDog sledding and Aurora safariJoin us on a 6-day northern lights round trip to Tromsø
from Oslo. Fly to Tromsø where you will experience all the highlights of the region, including several opportunities to chase the northern lights. | Fjord Travel -
![Norwegian Fjords & Northern Lights by Authentic Scandinavia]()
CreditsNorwegian Fjords & Northern Lights by Authentic ScandinaviaPhoto: Grim BergeNorwegian Fjords & Northern LightsOslo, Bergen, Flåm and Tromsø6-day winter adventure. See the fjords and the Arctic city Tromsø. Amazing winter activities like dog sledding, northern lights safari, and much more can be added. | Authentic Scandinavia
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![Tromsø Wildlife & Northern Lights by Authentic Scandinavia]()
CreditsTromsø Wildlife & Northern Lights by Authentic ScandinaviaPhoto: Brim ExplorerTromsø Wildlife & Northern LightsTromsø City Break with a Wildlife Cruise4-day break to Tromsø including a wildlife cruise and hunt for the northern lights. With one day free, you will have the opportunity to add additional winter activities like dog sledding, a reindeer safari, and more. | Authentic Scandinavia
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CreditsAurora Dinner Cruise by Brim ExplorerPhoto: Romain CharrierAurora Dinner CruiseArctic tapas under the Northern LightsJoin our Northern Lights Cruise and enjoy a delicious arctic tapas menu from our local partner in Tromsø while we look for the Northern Lights! | Brim Explorer.
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CreditsKirkenes Snowhotel from the outside at nighttimePhoto: Visit NorwayArctic Winter AdventureSnowhotel Kirkenes, Hurtigruten & Tromsø.6-day winter adventure tour including an overnight stay at Kirkenes Snow Hotel, a cruise with Hurtigruten to Tromsø, and a wide selection of optional winter activities. | Authentic Scandinavia
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CreditsTromsøPhoto: Truls TillerTromsø Winter BreakTromsø, Northern Lights and Dog Sledding4-day winter break to Tromsø in Northern Norway, including dog sledding and a northern lights chase by minibus. Additional winter activities can be added. | Authentic Scandinavia
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![Lofoten & Northern Lights by 50 Degrees North]()
CreditsLofoten & Northern Lights by 50 Degrees NorthPhoto: Piotr Krzeslak / ShutterstockLofoten & Northern Lights by 50 Degrees NorthAuthentic experience in the Lofoten Archipelago4-day tour with Aurora Chase Guided tour, RIB boat tour, and accommodation in a traditional fisherman's cabin. | 50 Degrees North
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CreditsCamping in northern NorwayPhoto: Glød ExplorerAurora Canvas DomeSave 10% by joining our Adventure ClubSpend a night in a glass dome under the northern lights. Wake up inside the remote pine forest of Alta overlooking majestic snow-covered mountains. Private bathroom and sauna facilities available. | Book Nordics
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CreditsIce Hotel, Northern Lights and Tromsø by Fjord TravelPhoto: Terje Rakke / VisitNorway.comIce Hotel, Northern Lights and TromsøDog sledding, King crabs, Reindeer sleighExperience Norway’s best northern lights destinations, Kirkenes & Tromsø, on this amazing 7-day round trip from Oslo. | Fjord Travel
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CreditsSleigh Ride Under the NorthernPhoto: Book Nordics5-Day Northern Lights and Winter Adventure in LyngenExciting winter activities and northern lightsWant to gaze up at the northern lights dancing in the pitch black sky? Or swing crampons and an ice axe deep into a frozen waterfall? How about a cross-country skiing course followed by a trip in remote mountains? Or dog sledding? This trip lets you experience all of these activities and more! | Hvitserk
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![Northern Lights Stay at Lyngen Lodge by 50 Degrees North]()
CreditsNorthern Lights Stay at Lyngen Lodge by 50 Degrees NorthPhoto: Graham Austick / Lyngen LodgeNorthern Lights Stay at Lyngen LodgeMountain Lodge and winter adventures under the Northern Lights5-day stay in boutique lodge with transfers, dog sledding, all meals, snowmobiling, and sea safari. | 50 Degrees North
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CreditsCrystal Lavvu Stay with Whale Watching and Northern Lights by Book NordicsPhoto: Book NordicsCrystal Lavvu Stay with Whale Watching and Northern LightsSpend your night in a Crystal Lavvu under the Northern LightsSpend your night in a Crystal Lavvo in the Lyngen Alps. We pick you up in Tromsø and take you out on an adventure of a lifetime! Dinner, breakfast, transportation and whale watching included. | Book Nordics
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CreditsMan standing on cruiseship - northern lightsPhoto: Visit NorwayShort Winter CruiseExperience Tromsø and a Hurtigruten Cruise4-day tour including a cruise with Hurtigruten. Choose from a wide selection of winter activities, including dog sledding and northern lights excursions. | Authentic Scandinavia
Travel to space at Andøya
Rockets are launched under the northern lights on this island in Northern Norway that looks like a location from the Lord of the Rings.
Discover the new, cool sound of the joik
Young Sami artists are currently bringing new life to one of Europe’s oldest song traditions. Ancient sounds meet modern genres – and the result? A brave, new wave of internationally acclaimed and prize-winning musicians.
Aurora borealis from space
Instead of watching the northern lights from the ground, NASA offers a different perspective on this natural wonder, thanks to a film with incredible images.
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Northern Norway
In Northern Norway, spectacular experiences await. From the scenic coastline and activities like fishing, hiking and mountaineering, to the northern lights and the midnight sun.
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Northern lights
Experiencing the unbelievable colours flashing across the Arctic sky is on many travellers’ bucket list. Few places on earth offer more ways to witness the aurora borealis than Norway.
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5 must-see places above the Arctic Circle
Take a hike around the clock at Senja, dive into Blåisvatnet lake, or simply kick back and enjoy the majestic scenery at Andøya. Here are some of Northern Norway’s hot spots.
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Plan your trip
Get the best experiences by planning your trip in advance.
