Ultimate Aurora Hunt
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Hunting.
Embark on a captivating adventure in Lofoten to experience the ethereal wonders of the Arctic sky with our exclusive Northern Lights Tour, guided by a professional photographer and Northern Lights expert.
Picture yourself standing beneath the vast expanse of the Arctic heavens, where nature's most spectacular light show, the Aurora Borealis, paints the sky with emerald, violet, and crimson hues. Our expert guide, a maestro of celestial photography, will lead you on an unforgettable expedition into the heart of this cosmic dance.
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Science.
As you venture into the pristine wilderness of Lofoten, your senses will come alive with the crisp Arctic air, the faint whisper of the wind, and the anticipation of witnessing one of the world's most breathtaking phenomena. With years of experience chasing the Northern Lights, our guide will unveil the secrets of capturing these elusive wonders through your camera's lens.
Your guide will explain the science that drives the Aurora and link it to ancient stories from mythology to explain what is happening in the skies above you.
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Photography.
Under the guidance of our professional photographer, you can learn the art of night photography, mastering techniques to immortalise the dance of the Aurora in stunning detail. Whether you're a seasoned shutterbug or a novice enthusiast, our expert will tailor the experience to suit your skill level, ensuring that every moment spent beneath the Arctic sky is nothing short of magical. You’ll also have souvenir photos taken by the guide to remember your experience and maybe even secure yourself a new Facebook profile picture!
From secluded fjords to hidden beaches, our Northern Lights Tour will take you to the most enchanting vantage points, far from the glare of city lights, where the brilliance of the Aurora shines in all its glory. And as the night sky comes to life with swirling ribbons of light, you'll witness a spectacle that transcends imagination, leaving an indelible mark on your soul.
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Warmth.
Clear skies are cold skies. We will keep you warm with hot drinks and stay close to the minivan so you can hide from the elements when the sky is calm.
Join us for an exhilarating adventure into the realm of the Northern Lights, where nature's most dazzling performance awaits. Let our expert guide illuminate your path to awe and wonder as you chase the Aurora Borealis across the Arctic heavens in the enchanting landscapes of Lofoten.
Northern Lights Warranty!
We’re passionate about the northern lights and we want you to experience and enjoy the power of nature so we won’t distract you with hotdogs and campfires - instead, we’ll hunt the Aurora in an effort to give you a glimpse of nature’s greatest light show. We closely track weather and solar forecasts to provide our guests with the best chance of enjoying the Northern Lights. In line with our commitment to transparency, we maintain a strict honesty policy. If the weather looks risky, we’ll update you on the viewing conditions, allowing you to decide whether to continue with the tour or receive a full refund if the outlook isn’t favorable. If you decide to go ahead, the tour stands. If we decide to go ahead and subsequently decide to cancel because of the conditions, you will receive a full refund. Finally, if we have an open sky and don’t see any aurora, you will also receive the option to transfer to another night or accept a full refund. Read the full details of our Northern Lights Warranty here.
What You Need To Know
Where do we meet?
We will collect you from your hotel in Svolvær - let us know where you are staying when you book. If you are travelling to Svolvær for the tour we will meet you at the reception of Svinøya Rorbuer.
What time do we start?
We will collect you at approximately 20:00. The reason we say ‘approximately’ is because we may have to collect people from several hotels. Our return time depends on Aurora activity and the feelings of the group.
When/Where does this tour operate?
Ultimate Aurora Hunt is available to book every night from 25th August until 5th April. The tour doesn’t operate like others in Lofoten - we don’t go to one place every night, we go where we need to based on the weather. Your guide will find the best sky.
What’s included in the price?
Transport and Guiding is included. If you bring your camera, your guide will help you get great photos. If we have the opportunity to take your photo under the Aurora, this will be provided to you digitally within 48 hours. Warm drinks are included.
What is the level of difficulty?
This tour is easy. There is some gentle walking involved. This tour is suitable for those aged 12 and up.
What else do I need to know?
It’s important to dress appropriately and wear good shoes. The Arctic weather can change fast in Lofoten so be prepared, be comfortable, and be warm. The weather is important in determining our chances of finding Aurora and your guide will make a decision on whether the tour goes ahead on the day because weather changes fast. It is therefore important to monitor your phone / e-mail used to make the booking.
Daily Weather
We kindly ask that you refrain from contacting us regarding weather updates or long-term aurora forecasts. The aurora is unpredictable and can't be forecast more than a few hours in advance. Arctic weather is also quite dynamic, with clouds often coming and going quickly.
Please don’t worry about asking whether your tour is going ahead. During the day, we are busy leading other tours and closely monitoring weather conditions ourselves. Using real-time observations along with data on wind speed and direction, humidity, pressure, and our knowledge of Lofoten's micro-climates, we create our own forecasts.
Rest assured, if you don’t hear from us, your tour is proceeding as planned. If we need to cancel due to weather, we will contact you by late afternoon, around 18:00. In the event of a cancellation, you’ll be offered either a transfer or a refund according to our Northern Lights warranty. It is therefore important that you provide us with a working phone number when you book.
Thank you for understanding, and we look forward to your adventure with us!