Northern Lights Locations

Tromso lies nearly 70 degrees north and is northern Norway’s largest city, located between the craggy peaks of the Lyngen Alps. There is a vibrant city centre, surrounded by spectacular fjords and majestic mountains, and one of the best places in Europe to see the northern lights is in Tromso. Find Out More

• Destination: Norway, Arctic

The harbourside town of Batsfjord in Arctic Norway is an excellent place for seeing the Aurora Borealis (you can't get much further north in Europe than this), as well as king, Steller’s and common eiders, all in breeding plumage in winter and offering superb opportunities for photographers. Find Out More

• Destination: Norway

Located in the heart of Finnish Lapland, Kaamanen is a small village and the main sources of income in Kaamanen are tourism and reindeer husbandry. The area around the village is a true Arctic wilderness: popular with outdoor and wildlife enthusiasts and especially rich in birdlife. Find Out More

• Destination: Finland

Nestled at the head of Eyjafjörður, Iceland’s longest fjord, and at the base of snow-capped mountains, is the town of Akureyri. Being close to the Arctic Circle, there are chances to see the magical Northern Lights and wildlife highlights include whale watching excursions searching for humpack and minke whales. Find Out More

• Destination: Iceland