Aurora Borealis

Norway Northern Lights Trips

Luxury Sailing Charters

Norway Trips
Northern Lights

Luxury Sailing Charters

Natural Phenomenon

Natural Phenomenon

Combine a thrilling yacht charter experience with spectacular scenery, wildlife and the breathtaking phenomenon of the Aurora Borealis or Northern Lights. Explore nature at its most dramatic aboard one of our comfortable sailing yachts. An unforgettable experience with the opportunity to explore some sensational landscapes and cruising grounds. Arctic Norway consists of thousands of islands, sheltered fjords, open seas and steep mountains. The perfect sailing adventure trip to see the incredible Northern Lights, Aurora Borealis.

Relax and enjoy

Arctic Norway is a magical yacht charter destination in one of the most beautiful sailing destinations in the world. Your friendly and knowledgeable skipper will take you to the places you are most likely to experience the Northern lights at their fullest and most breathtaking.


Experience the Aurora Borealis aboard your own private yacht. There is simply no better way to experience this incredible phenomenon. Your personal yacht will take you to secluded and remote areas protected from any form of light pollution, crowded settlements, noisy traffic and other disturbances. Relax in the comfort of a warm cosy yacht with modern facilities while waiting for the Northern Light to appear.

Relax and enjoy

Arctic Norway is a magical yacht charter destination in one of the most beautiful sailing destinations in the world. Your friendly and knowledgeable skipper will take you to the places you are most likely to experience the Northern lights at their fullest and most breathtaking.


Experience the Aurora Borealis aboard your own private yacht. There is simply no better way to experience this incredible phenomenon. Your personal yacht will take you to secluded and remote areas protected from any form of light pollution, crowded settlements, noisy traffic and other disturbances. Relax in the comfort of a warm cosy yacht with modern facilities while waiting for the Northern Light to appear.

WE PROVIDE FULLY EQUIPPED
YACHTS TO ENSURE YOUR
COMFORT AND SAFETY

The boat chosen for your Northern Lights Sailing Adventure will be dependant on the size of your group. You will be sailing onboard a very well equipped and modern comfortable ocean sailing yacht. High quality meals will be served on board according to your preferences. The skipper/crew will ensure you have a fabulous Northern Lights Sailing Adventure.


We offer long weekend & week long tours departing from our base in Tromsø. The Northern Lights Sailing season runs from October to March. Aurora Borealis is seen during the dark hours which can vary from 17:00 to 02:00 depending on the time of the season.

Shorter Trips

Shorter trips include circumnavigations of some of the most beautiful and dramatic of Northern Norway’s Coastline and Islands. During the day you can sail amongst incredible rugged mountainous backdrops with green and fertile rolling countryside surrounding you. Visit remote fisherman’s villages and traditional small towns. Experience local Sami traditions and events such as skiing or dog sledging. You will learn all about the Northern Lights, the endless star constellations and much more as you travel.

Some example itineraries include:

  • Kvaløya circumnavigation (Ryøya – Sommarøya – Vengsøya)
  • Ringvassøya circumnavigations (Kvaløyvågen, Kjerringvika, Helgøya, Karlsøya)
  • Rebbenesøya circumnavigations (Sandøya, Løksfjord, Toftefjord, Hansnes)
  • Lyngen fjord (Nordlenangen, Havnnes, Djupvik, Årøyholmen, Lyngseidet)

All routes have been designed to be close to open sea but at the same time be sheltered from the elements. Of course the weather will always ultimately decide the best route.

Your Northern Lights Sailing Adventure starts here!

Your Northern Lights Sailing Adventure starts here!

BBC Documentary

Watch the amazing journey of actress Joanna Lumley in Norway’s far North as she tracks down the elusive and stunningly beautiful Northern Lights.

Travelling north through Norway to Svalbard, her journey takes her from train to boat as she explores the romantic fjords of Lofoten and learns about the mysterious Northern Lights.

The section in the clip is taken from the programme and describes how the Northern Lights are formed. 

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      We offer yacht charters from four bases around Norway.