14 Alta Northern Lights Tours to Build a Night Around

1.Small-Group Guided Northern Lights Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 112 reviews · 4 hours · from $251Our pick

Hunt the Aurora around Alta Fjord with a guide such as Stephen, Steven, Diamela, or Roger. You may drive to several viewing spots, borrow winter gear, hear Sami and local history, and warm up with hot chocolate, pastries, or a campfire.

“The weather didn't cooperate but our guide Steven was great. We were in several great spots had the clouds broke. Steven did a great job letting us know the game plan and shared some fun facts about Alta and the area. I definitely recommend these guys for your next trip to Alta”

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2.Northern Lights tour with Alta Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 110 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $235

Set out from Alta at 8 p.m. with a guide such as Stig, Steve, Steven, or Sebastian, then chase clear skies by minibus for about four hours. Expect Alta Fjord views, a possible cathedral stop, local stories, warm gear, hot drinks, snacks, and a group of no more than 13.

“Our guide was very professional and knew exactly where to go to see the lights. We saw quite a few during our tour. There is a lot of driving but it is necessary to get to where you can see the lights.”

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3.Northern Lights Night Adventure By Snowmobile

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 58 reviews · 4 hours · from $278

Ride from Alta into the Beskardes mountains along the old postal road. You will learn to drive a snowmobile, share it with a passenger, and stop in the dark Arctic wilderness for coffee, snacks, and possible northern lights. Guides such as Roger and John are praised for patient instruction and warm care.

“Had never been on a snowmobile before, but the guide was very patient and checked regularly that I was OK. It was a brilliant experience, especially at night with the snow falling. We stopped off for a short break by a fire and it was magical. Highly recommend the whole experience.”

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4.Dog Sledding Trip under the Northern Lights

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 48 reviews · 4 hours · from $391Top rated

Travel from Alta to Gargia, learn to drive a husky sled, and take your own team through pine forest toward Finnmarksvidda. Guides such as Adam, Linda, and Raul have led outings with clear instruction, warm gear, coffee, local stories, and time with the dogs.

“The activity was absolutely amazing. Although the lights weren’t out for us that night I would do this 100x over. The guide Adam was amazing and the driver Enrico for transfer too. The dogs were friendly and both sitting and driving were thoroughly enjoyable. Couldn’t recommend this more. I (22) went with my grandad (70) and my mum (50) and all three of us had the best time.”

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5.Northern Lights Adventure By Snowmobile

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 36 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $337

From Alta, you’ll ride to Gargia Valley and follow the old postal road toward Beskades on a shared snowmobile. Guides such as Rodger, John, and Jakub provide instruction, warm Arctic gear, photo stops, and aurora tips. You’ll drive half the route if you have a valid B-class license.

“Even though the weather conditions stopped us from actually seeing the northern lights, the snowmobile driving experience was unforgettable thanks to our guides, Marion and Jakub, who were an absolute delight to travel with: knowledgeable, engaging and always safety conscious. Highly recommended.”

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6.Evening Tour and Aurora Borealis Sightseeing in Norway by ATV

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 31 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $257

Leave Alta by minibus for Kviby, then ride an ATV through the dark countryside toward Leirbotn and fjord viewpoints. Finnmark Adventure supplies fuel, helmets, boots, gloves, and warm overalls. Guides such as Oscar and Marius may stop for photos and hot drinks, but auroras depend on clear skies.

“A great tour. Picked up from ship port in a clean bus. Our tour guide was the driver ! A small Family business so everyone is multi skilled. Provide with warm weather kit including boots and protective head gear. Instructions on ATVs which has 2 passengers. Hot drink and snack provided. No time constraints as the whole group off the same Cruise ship. Had several stops - always checked on every ATV and its passengers to ensure we’re happy and warm. Escorted by a mini bus for anyone who was getting cold ( not used) and found the northern lights ! The only improvement would be a bit more information…”

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7.4hr Dog Sledding Tour under the Northern Lights

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 26 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $381

Ride and drive your own husky sled from Alta to Gargia, with warm gear, safety training, and about an hour on the trail. You’ll swap driving duties, meet the dogs and puppies, then warm up with coffee at Gargia Lodge. The Northern Lights are possible, not guaranteed.

“It was an amazing experience! Our tour guide was very helpful, and always making sure we were comfortable, happy and enjoying the ride!”

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8.Nighttime Northern Lights Spotting Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 15 reviews · from $273

Meet your English-speaking guide at Æventyr Adventure Store in Alta, learn how the Northern Lights form, then ride a warm minibus to promising viewing sites. Rose has guided successful stops at a fjord parking area and mountain viewpoint. Thermo suits, boots, gloves, hot drinks, snacks, and a tripod are included.

“Great tour. Many thanks to Rose, everything worked out really well. The first stop at the fjord parking lot was a 100% hit. The second stop at the top of the mountain was a 33% hit to see the northern lights. The view was an experience both times though.”

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9.Northern Lights Minibus Chase Max 16 Person In Group

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 14 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $215

Set out from Alta at 8 pm for about four hours in search of the Northern Lights. A driver-guide takes you between darker viewing areas, with hot drinks, pastries, and sausages included. The advertised group limit is 15, though larger vehicles may be used when demand is high.

“It was very good. Unfortunately it is not a guarantee to see the northern lights, but the guide makes an effort to show the northern lights. We had luck with the northern lights.”

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10.Sleigh ride Under The Northern Lights

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 13 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $321

At 8:00 pm, you’ll ride a horse-drawn sleigh along the Alta River for about three and a half hours. Pickup is available, and the evening includes warm snow suits, a fire stop, reindeer pita, cinnamon rolls, and time to watch the Northern Lights.

“Picked up on time at the port as we were cruising. Fitted out with snow suits highly recommended if you do not want Smokey clothes. Sleigh Ride was warm and the night sky was a sight to see. We stopped and had an amazing meal of Reindeer Pita and a delicious hot Cinnamon Roll. Then the spectacular Northern Lights appeared with the stars and constellations appearing in full view. The staff were awesome full of knowledge and took care of us all. If I could give 6 out of 5 stars I would.”

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11.Aurora Hunt with Professional Photographer from Alta

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 9 reviews · from $1,145

Meet Mirko, Milvia, or their team in Alta for a seven-hour Aurora chase limited to eight people. Your guides choose the route by weather, provide thermal suits, hot food, a bonfire, and help you photograph the Lights with your own camera. Professional photos may also be available.

“Best experience I ever had in a viator tour. Milko is very professional and knows a lot about northen lights and the area so if you want the best chances to see the northen lights you need to Mirko and Milvia as your tour guides. He also helped me out setting up my camara settings to take the most amazing pictures of the northen lights, and I am very grateful for this.”

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12.Private Aurora Hunting with Professional Photographer from Alta

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5 reviews · from $252

Spend about seven hours hunting the Aurora from Alta with professional photographers Andrea and Winua. Your guides choose the route according to the weather, provide thermal suits, a bonfire, hot drinks, plant-based food, and a night photography workshop. Photos arrive by email within 48 hours.

“Weather didn't look so good however, our guides made the experience great and made sure to get us to a spot that we were able to see the lights even though activity looked low. Was a amazing trip all in all.”

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13.Northern Lights Hunt

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 4 reviews · from $222

Meet in central Alta at 7:00 pm for a three-hour aurora hunt. Your guide gives a short northern lights lesson, then uses current forecasts and local knowledge to choose the best driving locations. Thermal clothing, gloves, coffee, tea, and harbor pickup are available.

“Una serata indimenticabile :) Guida competente e simpatica. Aurora meravigliosa.”

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14.The Northern Lights Bus – a comfortable Arctic journey

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 3 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $156Best value

You’ll ride from Alta into the dark Arctic countryside in search of the Northern Lights, with a guide handling the driving and stops for photos. The tour includes city sightseeing, hotel pickup, an air-conditioned bus, and smaller-car transport for groups of six or fewer.

“Our Alta hunts for the northern lights our guide I would not recommend to any friends of ours as the guide did do what we were expecting”

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