Northern Lights Activities
DAY TOURS AVAILABLE FROM SEPTEMBER 15TH TO APRIL 5TH
Our tours on Senja Island are designed to capture the essence of this remarkable place, often called “Norway in Miniature” for its incredible variety of landscapes packed into one island. With every tour, we aim to show you the best of Senja, leveraging our local expertise and years of experience to adapt each day to the weather, light, and seasonal changes. This flexibility ensures that no matter when you visit, you’ll see the most stunning locations in optimal conditions, maximizing your experience of Senja’s natural beauty.
One of our main highlights is exploring the famous National Scenic Route, where dramatic fjords, sheer mountain peaks, and rugged coastlines give you a true taste of Norway’s grandeur. We also venture into the national park areas, rich with unspoiled wilderness and awe-inspiring landscapes. These protected areas allow for a deeper connection with the natural world and a chance to see Senja’s scenery in its most pristine state. And when we hear about wildlife nearby—such as reindeer, moose, or rare seabirds—we adjust our plans so you can experience these extraordinary creatures up close in their natural habitat.
In every tour, we prioritize visits to the most iconic viewpoints and must-see locations on Senja, capturing both popular spots and hidden gems that showcase the island’s unique charm. We are also constantly mindful of weather and lighting conditions to bring you the most vibrant views possible, often timed for the best light of the day. Our approach ensures that each journey is unique and tailored, making sure you leave Senja with memories of breathtaking sights, intimate wildlife encounters, and an experience that truly embodies the essence of Norway in miniature.
AURORA TOURS AVAILABLE FROM SEPTEMBER 15TH TO APRIL 5TH
Our aurora chasing tours offer an unforgettable experience under the northern lights, designed to make the most of each opportunity to witness this incredible natural phenomenon. While there is just as great a chance to see the aurora from our resort, our aurora tours give you the chance to explore different scenic locations around the island, capturing the magic of the northern lights from varied and beautiful landscapes. By selecting the best spots based on real-time weather conditions, we maximize your chances of experiencing the aurora in all its splendor.
For those who prefer to stay closer to the resort, we offer a unique experience right at our cozy Tipi area. Here, we set up wonderful activities that make for a perfect evening beneath the northern lights. Guests can enjoy warm drinks, local treats, and gather around a fire for a cozy, welcoming atmosphere while waiting for the aurora to appear. The Tipi area also provides an excellent backdrop for aurora photography, giving you the chance to capture stunning images with the soft, warm glow of the Tipi adding a unique touch to your photos.
Whether you’re out exploring different locations on our tours or relaxing at the resort’s Tipi area, we are dedicated to creating an aurora experience that is both comfortable and memorable. Our knowledgeable guides combine expertise with real-time weather updates to help you capture the aurora in all its beauty. Join us for an unforgettable journey under the stars and let us help you make the most of your northern lights adventure, surrounded by the captivating charm of Senja Island.
Thanks to our unique microclimate, there’s no need to go on long aurora hunts—you can enjoy excellent chances of seeing the northern lights right from our resort. For a change of scenery, nearby lakes and rivers also offer stunning views for an unforgettable aurora experience.
NOTE: ALL OUR ACTIVITIES ARE WEATHER DEPENDENT – BOOKING ON REQUEST. THERE IS NO NEED TO BOOK BEFORE ARRIVAL AS WE DONT WANT TO RUN ANY TOURS IF WEATHER AND CONDITIONS ARE BAD.
THIS WAY WE MAKE SURE THAT QUALITY IS BETTER AND THE GUEST GET A BETTER EXPERIENCE !
Gallery with our favorite pictures from tours (Desktop Only)
Outdoor on Location
If you do not want to participate in planned activities, there are many options on location. These activities are included in the price but are still fantastic (rent of gear is extra and guided tours are extra). After a day out in the fresh air, it is nice to spend time in Fjösn restaurant & Bar for a good dinner or a glass of wine / beer.
Sled mats, sled boards, skis (cross country), bicycles, headlamps, snowshoes, poles (walking sticks) Included in room price
Walking the forest
It is wonderful to go for evening walks into the forest when the moon lights up the landscape. PS: No dangerous animals
Enjoy the snow
We have large amounts of snow in the winter. You can play in the snow or ride a toboggan in prepared toboggan runs.
Hike to Gammel-Veten
From the farm you can go to "Gammel-Veten". This is a long but wonderfully nice trip. Snowshoes or skis work well (need some practice)
Skiing & Sledding
We have sleds, snowshoes & skis for those who want to test winter activities on location. There is nothing better than being out in fresh air.
Snowshoing
From the farm you can go to "Gammel-Veten". This is a long but wonderfully nice trip. Snowshoes or skis work well (need some practice)
Photo under the aurora
When available our team will take photos of guests under the aurora. This offer varies depending on available photographers and weather.
External Activity Providers / Collaborators / Things you can do
In addition to local activities on the resort and activities provided by ourselves, we offer amazing activities from our collaborators, and recommended activity providers.
Best way is to book directly with our collaborators as payments for activities must be done directly to the different activity providers. If you haven’t booked any activities prior to your trip our reception can assist after arrival
Skiing in Senja
Northern Lights Activities at the aurora borealis observatory
Combine relaxation and great fun
One of the best aurora borealis locations in the world
Our main goal is that you can see the aurora while staying here. You can also explore the culture of Senja Island and enjoy many other activities. Enjoy the silence and lovely atmosphere where your well-being is in focus. Our goal is to create the best Aurora Borealis experience.
After all Northern lights activities you can enjoy a warm soup, hot chocolate, espresso, a glass of wine etc. Simply walk down to our Bar or Tipi Lounge and enjoy the rest of the evening. This is by far one of the best ways to relax after a long day with amazing experiences.
Northern Lights Activities on Location / Handled by ourselves
Since we are located on a small little hill with amazing surroundings we also offer on location activities. You can enjoy Photo classes, learn about astronomy and aurora, go on hikes to our different viewpoints, simple skiing when we have snow and start the national scenic route from here. If you want to experience the city of Tromsø we recommend a day trip, as this is super simple in terms of logistics.
In our own restaurant & bar we also offer relaxing but great concerts now and then.
Northern Lights Activities provided by our collaborators
For those who wants more action we are also proud to say that we can offer the best providers in the nearby area. We only offer the most popular ones and all our collaborators will pick you up before the activity, and bring you back to the resort after. Most popular activities from our collaborators have been husky, mountain hikes and snowmobile.