Northern Lights & Arctic Animals
Northern Lights & Arctic Animals
Cram in the cool of tromsø, Northern Lights, a thrilling dog sled ride, Reindeer, Lynx, and even arctic wolves!
This arctic animal orientated journey packs in the mesmerising Northern Lights and a thrilling dog sledding ride. You will also visit the Polar Park and meet the local wildlife, like lynx and reindeer, and last but not least; Arctic Wolves! All this, while travelling through stunning arctic landscapes and enjoying local food along the way…
| INCLUDED | OPTIONAL EXTRAS (per person) | NOT INCLUDED |
|---|---|---|
| Return flights from London Gatwick or other UK airport | Arctic Wolf Close Encounter* | Airport transfers |
| 3 nights in standard double or twin at Clarion The Edge | Reindeer Sledding & Sami Experience | Alcohol & special drinks at dinner |
| Dog Sledding Adventure | Fjord Cruise & Whale Safari | Daily warm clothing** |
| Northern Lights Chase to an Aurora Camp | Snowmobile Safari | |
| Polar Wildlife Park entrance | Single Supplement | |
| Breakfast buffet & other meals where specified | ||
| Transfers to/from activities |
Gatwick direct flight departures: Wed-Sat, Fri – Mon
Daily departures via Oslo from all other airports.
Suitable for all ages, basic to medium fitness level.
Tour Program
4-Day Northern Lights & Arctic Animals
Day 1: Northern Lights Night in Tromsø
Arrival Tromsø
(Norwegian Airlines direct from Gatwick lands at 18:50 Fridays, 18:45 Wednesdays)
This trip corresponds perfectly with Norwegian Airlines direct flight departure from Gatwick on Wednesdays and Fridays, but we have also coordinated itineraries with SAS flights running via Oslo. If you want to combine the trip with other flights or additional nights, please contact us and we will help accommodate your trip.
The Public Airport transfer service easily gets your hotel, Clarion The Edge in Tromsø, for check-in. An optional alternative is a taxi from outside the terminal building.
OPTIONAL EXTRA: Wine & dine under the Northern Lights with a panoramic view of Tromsø (Lunch/dinner, cable car tickets & guiding available on request)
For other fantastic restaurants & sights in Tromsø, ask us for recommendations – they usually require reservations one day in advance during the busy season.
Overnight stay at Clarion The Edge Hotel
Day 2: Dog Sledding & Northern Lights
Adventures in Tromsø
Breakfast buffet at Clarion The Edge
08:15 / 11:30 Dog Sledding Adventure
Just 40 minutes from downtown Tromsø is this remote husky farm, beautifully situated in the Arctic valley landscape. The view of the Lyngen Alps combined with the fjords is second to none, making this safari a genuine Northern Norwegian Arctic experience.
You will be greeted by 120 happy Alaskan huskies waiting for you to run and cuddle afterward! Drive your own team of dogs through the scenic landscape. We provide warm thermal suits, winter boots, and gloves to keep you warm during the dog sledding adventure.
After short safety and driving instructions on how to handle the dogs and sleds, each team will set off with two people sharing. One is the musher or driver and the other sits in the sled taking pictures. You will have the opportunity to swap places halfway through the trip.
13:00 / 16:00 Approx. arrival back in Tromsø
Free time to explore Tromsø or go out for lunch/dinner
19:00 Northern Lights Safari to an Aurora Camp
Tromsø has long been known as one of the best locations to experience the Northern Lights. This tour is ideal for those wanting a comfortable, high-quality experience. Designed to maximise your chances of seeing the Northern Lights. The hunt begins from Tromsø and takes you into the wild by coach with a stop at an Aurora Camp.
The Northern Lights coach will pick you up from Tromsø town centre and take you to a location with the best weather & solar conditions for spotting the Northern Lights. After finding the ideal scenic backdrop and conditions for photos, your professional guides will help you with camera settings and photography to get the best shots of the Northern Lights.
After around two hours, there will be a break at an exclusive Aurora Camp out in the wilderness. These camps have two comfortable lavvos (Sami tents) and toilet facilities. You will be divided into groups of no more than 20 people in each lavvo and served hot drinks. Listen to enchanting Arctic stories while grilling your own supper on an open fire.
Overnight stay at Clarion The Edge Hotel
Day 3: Polar Wildlife Park & Arctic Wolves
Into the Arctic Wilderness & Optional Wolf Encounter
Breakfast buffet at Clarion The Edge
9:00 Luxury Coach Departure to Polar Wildlife Park
Your luxury coach departs from Tromsø city centre to the Arctic wilderness, where you will see some amazing native Arctic wildlife. The Arctic Route coach is fully equipped with comfortable seats, refreshments offered onboard, charging outlets, and WiFi along this magnificent scenery.
12:00 Arrive at Polar Wildlife Park [OPTIONAL EXTRA: Wolf Encounter (Wednesday departures only)]
Polar Wildlife Park is the world’s northernmost animal park & arctic wildlife centre. Arctic Animals you’ll see in winter include wolves, lynx, moose, and muskox. They look especially great in their natural habitat with thick winter coats! These predators live in wilderness enclosures with massive spaces to roam, so you may need the full three hours to see all of them.
OPTIONAL EXTRA: 12:00 Arctic Wolf Close Encounter (Wednesday departures only, must be requested when booking. We will confirm availability in a separate e-mail)
For a whole new level of Arctic Animals, you can choose to add a visit inside the wolf enclosure to get right in amongst a pack of rare wolves raised with their keepers in order to welcome humans.
Must be 18 or over, contact us for more information.
15:00 Depart by luxury coach to Tromsø, arrive at 18:00
Your luxury coach departs from Polar Wildlife Park to Tromsø for your final night. On arrival back to Tromsø, kick back and relax with some fine dining and city scenes or a Northern Lights Cable Car excursion
OPTIONAL EXTRA: 19:00 Northern Lights Cable Car (must be added when booking)
Get ready for an evening like no other. With your guide, head up the famous cable car of Tromsø for a welcome drink at dizzying heights overlooking the island and mountains of Tromsø. This is the perfect spot for seeing the Northern Lights and taking in the sights from the high panoramic viewpoint.
Enjoy a locally sourced Norwegian salmon or reindeer burger in the mountain lodge next door as you learn more about the Northern Lights, Tromsø, and the surrounding area. Your Northern Lights watchman will alert you to the Northern Lights, so that you can view them outside the mountain restaurant away from light pollution. Here, you can truly appreciate the endless snow, mountains, and the mystical Northern Lights.
Overnight stay at Clarion The Edge Hotel
Day 4: Gateway to the Arctic
Day in Tromsø & Departure
Breakfast buffet at Clarion The Edge
OPTIONAL EXTRA: 09:00 Fjord Cruise & Whale Safari
Are you ready for a cruise in the amazing winter fjords of Northern Norway? Wildlife, fishing, aquaculture, local villages, and magnificent Arctic landscapes await you on this fantastic experience.
From late October to mid-February, some of the world’s largest mammals visit the coast outside Tromsø to feed on herrings. The most common whale species we see are the humpback whale, killer whale (orca), harbour porpoise and sometimes even the fin whale. You are invited to come on board to get a close-up view of the feast!
14:00 – 16:00 Approx. arrival back in Tromsø
Flight departs from Tromsø Airport to Gatwick, London: Saturdays 14:05 or Mondays 19:30
For additional nights and different options, please contact us.
NB! For bookings of more than 8 people please contact us via email here
*Wednesday departures only, min. 2 people. Must be 18 or over. Polar Park reserves the right to refuse entry at any time.
**Bring a warm hat, gloves, and scarf, thermal wool or similar long johns and underwear as well as warm winter boots and socks. We recommend you also bring Gortex trousers and a Gortex or down jacket.
