From Tromso: Reindeer Farm Visit & Northern Lights Basecamp Visit

Visit a Tromso reindeer farm and Northern Lights basecamp with a 1-hour reindeer encounter and guided aurora search.

Getting started

Arrive at the designated basecamp outside Tromso where your hosts welcome you and help you get settled. Check in, receive any necessary instructions for the evening, and get ready to spend time outdoors in Arctic conditions. Once everyone is prepared, your small group moves into the farm area and surrounding camp to begin the experience.

What to expect

Reindeer experience at basecamp

Spend around an hour at the reindeer farm area within the basecamp, where you can be close to these Arctic animals in a natural setting. You have time to observe their behavior, take photos, and enjoy the calm of the snowy surroundings before continuing with the rest of the evening.

Features

• Watch the reindeer up close, notice their antlers and thick winter coats, and capture your own photos of them in the snow.

• Make the most of your 1-hour reindeer experience at basecamp, with plenty of time to walk around the area and enjoy the atmosphere.

Northern Lights guided tour

After time with the reindeer, join your guide for the Northern Lights portion of the evening. Your guide monitors the conditions and leads the group in and around the basecamp area, focusing on giving you the best possible chance of seeing the aurora during your visit.

Features

• Learn from your guide about aurora forecasts, weather, and how they choose viewing spots while you scan the sky together for Northern Lights.

• Benefit from a guided Northern Lights tour that includes an aurora-focused approach throughout the evening.

Cozy basecamp and Arctic comforts

Between outdoor sessions, you can spend time at the warm and sheltered basecamp. This is where you can relax, enjoy simple refreshments, warm up from the cold, and prepare your camera gear with help from the team before heading back out under the night sky.

Features

• Settle into the cozy basecamp space with access to a bonfire area that creates a comfortable place to wait for aurora activity.

• Stay comfortable in the cold with Arctic-grade thermal gear provided for you to use during the experience.

• Enjoy snacks and hot drinks that help you stay warm and refreshed through the evening.

• Get professional photography assistance so you can adjust your camera settings and improve your chances of capturing the Northern Lights.