Our Northern Norway Travel Blog
The 5 best spots for hiking in Lofoten, Norway, accessible by the Arctic Route buses
The best way to enjoy this is to hop on one of our red buses that take you there daily on our Tromsø-Lofoten-Tromsø route from the 15 June to the 31st August. The Arctic Route Summer The Arctic Route buses are a new summer version of our winter Arctic Route. The Arctic Route Summer connects […]
What to do in Lofoten, Norway in the summer
Must-try Summer activities With its dramatic fjords, majestic mountains, and crystal-clear waters, Lofoten offers a range of exciting activities for all levels of experience. 1. Kayaking in Lofoten Kayaking is one of the most popular summer activities in Lofoten. The archipelago is filled with sheltered bays and fjords that are perfect for kayaking. If you’re […]
What to do in Vesterålen, Norway in the summertime
Situated directly above the Lofoten islands, Vesterålen offers you vast wildlife, landscapes and accessible mountains to explore, incredible places to hike, whale watching tours, hiking and kayaking under the Midnight Sun. Vesterålen is certified as a sustainable destination. Best of all, this magical destination is not so well known among tourists yet, so it’s a […]
What to do in Tromsø, Norway in the summer
Take a full-day trip to Senja with bus transportation from and back to Tromsø During summertime the landscapes outside of Tromsø Island are beautiful and you should see them! Senja is one hidden gem for many travellers, with its pure blue waters, green forests and white mountain tops. We have a daily tour from 15 […]
The top 5 summer activities in Northern Norway
Kayaking When visiting Northern Norway, we highly recommend sea kayaking! This is a very popular activity in the summer and allows you to explore places that are otherwise difficult to get to. The Midnight Sun makes it even more beautiful! You will see the changing light of the Arctic nights. The photo opportunities are endless! […]
The best souvenirs to buy in Norway
We have picked some unique and more traditional souvenirs from Norway that you can’t find elsewhere. These are ideal to keep for yourself or give as gifts to friends and family. This article is based on the experience of our team and is not just another generic blog article trying to sell you boring souvenirs. […]
Best Arctic delivers high-quality, Varde-certified tours in Northern Norway
What is Varde? Varde is a Norwegian national brand that, after careful evaluation and reporting to the company, certifies tourism experiences as high quality. Like equivalent European quality systems and standards, Varde goes through the entire customer journey for the product/activity/tour that the company wishes to certify as a “mystery guest”. Varde evaluates the following […]
Life as a Best Arctic dog sledding guide in Northern Norway
We went to our dog sledding camp in the Tamokdalen valley, where we run our Husky Safari tour throughout the winter season. There, we spoke with one of the main mushers to get his insights about his job. His name is Marcus, and he’s from Nordkjosbotn, just a short drive from the camp. Marcus has […]
Solar Maximum and the Northern Lights: Why you should travel to Tromsø, Norway in the next 3 years
The best time to see the Northern Lights in Northern Norway Tromsø is one of the best places in the world to see the Northern Lights (also known as aurora borealis). In recent times, our tour guides have been spotting incredible displays of this natural phenomenon with colours spanning pink, green, purple and even red […]
Aurora Huts: Glamping in Tromsø, Norway
Have you heard of the new glamorous way of camping? Glamping involves more luxurious and comfortable accommodation rather than a traditional tent or sleeping bag. Typical glamping accommodation has electricity, a not-so-far-away toilet and made-up beds, making it far more comfortable. What if, on top of it all, we tell you that you also have […]
Take a day trip to Polar Park, Norway and experience the wilderness
Have you always wanted to see wolves, brown bears, wolverines, or even lynxes? All these impressive animals are found at the Polar Park Arctic Wildlife Centre. Wait, there is more! You can even get a glimpse of the much admired Arctic fox! But don’t worry, there are not only carnivorous animals at Polar Park. You […]
From Tromsø, Norway to Rovaniemi, Finland with the Arctic Route
Where in Lapland is Santa Claus Village? Famous for its year-round Christmas spirit, the Santa Claus Village is located about 8 km from downtown Rovaniemi and about 2 km from Rovaniemi Airport. Declared the official home of Santa Claus in 1985, the Santa Claus Village is open year-round and attracts thousands of visitors every month. […]