One sky can change everything fast. This tour pairs a small group feel with hands-on help from pro photographers, so you’re not just waiting for luck. I love that they bring the gear and teach you camera setup for aurora photos, and I also like the steady effort to move to better spots across the Tromsø Fjords. One drawback: you’re signing up for a long night, and the lights (and clear skies) still aren’t guaranteed.

What makes Marianne’s Heaven On Earth Aurora Chaser Tours practical is that comfort is built in. You get winter suits and warm boots, plus a tripod setup and guided photo coaching. You also get real time outside, not a quick drive-by, which matters when aurora hunting needs patience.

Logistics are straightforward: you meet in central Tromsø at Smørtorget at 6:00 pm, and you can get dropped back at your hotel or Airbnb (within about 30 minutes of town). Just be ready to ask for the right snow suit and boot sizes ahead of time, especially if you’re picky about fit.

Key highlights that matter before you book

• Small-group chase (max 8 people): more focused attention and less crowd noise when you’re staring at the sky.
• Pro photographers running the night: camera settings help so your photos have a fighting chance.
• All the cold-weather support included: winter suits, warm boots, and photo gear like tripods.
• Warm dinner keeps you going: soup, sandwiches, hot chocolate, and cookies at the viewing stop.
• Multiple spot changes in the hunt: you’ll move around until the sky cooperates.
• Post-tour photo emails: you get a couple of pictures of you with the aurora.

Tromsø aurora chasing with a photographer-led plan

Tromsø is one of Norway’s best bases for northern lights. But chasing aurora isn’t like sightseeing. You’re dealing with darkness, cold, and weather, plus the fact that the lights can show up fast—or not at all. That’s where this tour’s format helps.

This is a small-group aurora chaser built around photography support. The guides are professional photographers, and that shifts the experience from passive viewing to active picture-making. You’ll spend time at multiple locations around the Tromsø Fjords area, with the goal of finding the best viewing conditions you can.

There’s also a themed angle: the tour is branded as a Northern Lights, UFO, and UAP spotting experience. Even if you just take it as fun sky-watching context, it helps keep the night feeling more like an event than standing silently in snow.

Price and what you’re actually paying for

At $291.52 per person, this tour sits in the mid-to-higher end for aurora experiences. The value isn’t just the drive. What you’re paying for is the combination of:

• transportation from Tromsø and back,
• tripod support and aurora photography coaching,
• winter gear (winter suits and warm boots),
• and a real warm meal setup during the night.

That matters because most aurora tours charge for logistics but don’t fully solve the cold or the photo problem. Here, the cold-weather gear and photo tools are built into the experience, which lowers the hassle if you’re traveling light.

Also, bookings run about 60 days in advance on average, which is a clue that people plan carefully for aurora season. If you have a narrow trip window, it’s smart to book early rather than gamble on finding something later.

Meeting Smørgetorget, then settling in for the long night

You start at Smørtorget, Fredrik Langes gate 9, 9008 Tromsø. The tour begins at 6:00 pm. The total time runs roughly 6 to 10 hours, so plan on a true evening/night outing rather than a quick detour.

One detail that’s worth taking seriously: they ask for your snowsuit and boots size. That’s not just administrative. Fit affects comfort a lot when you’re outside for hours, and comfort affects whether you can stay focused when the aurora finally turns on.

After the tour, you don’t just get pointed back toward town. The plan is to drop you off at your hotel or Airbnb locally—within about 30 minutes from town.

What the guides do to improve your aurora odds

Aurora isn’t a schedule. It’s a moving target. The practical strategy here is geographic flexibility.

Instead of staying in one spot all night, you’ll drive to different viewing areas until conditions look better. In one account, the group moved through around 3 to 4 spots before landing on a strong location. On a night when aurora appears briefly, being able to shift location can make the difference between a weak showing and something truly memorable.

The other big advantage is the photo coaching. If you bring a camera, the guides will help you set it up so you’re not stuck guessing. Tripods are included, and that’s huge for aurora shots where stability matters. The goal is that you leave with photos you actually want to keep—not just blurry proof you stood outside.

The viewing stop: fire warmth, quiet skies, and real food

The core experience is the viewing time when the aurora shows itself—or when you wait long enough for it to. This tour builds comfort around that waiting.

At the best stop, you’re likely to be outdoors near a fire feature. One description includes a beach setting with a fire pit to help keep people warm, and another mentions an indoor campfire hut for extra shelter from the cold. Either way, the warmth isn’t a small extra—it’s part of the plan so you can stay outside and keep looking up.

Food is part of the warm-up routine. You’re served items like soup, sandwiches, hot chocolate, and cookies. That’s a big deal on a night this long. Cold is relentless, and having a warm meal setup reduces the temptation to call it quits early.

UFO and UAP spotting: what you should expect

The tour name includes UFO and UAP spotting alongside the aurora chase. The practical takeaway is simple: your attention is trained on the sky in a structured way, not just random staring.

That said, the specifics of how they handle UFO/UAP content aren’t detailed in the info you provided. So I’d treat it as a themed companion to aurora hunting rather than the main scientific program. If what you want most is lights and photos, you’re still in the right place.

How long, how cold, and why the gear matters

A 6 to 10 hour nighttime tour in Tromsø is not a casual evening. The tour includes winter suits and warm boots, plus tripods. That’s a meaningful benefit if you’re visiting from warmer climates, because you avoid the two biggest problems:

• arriving underdressed,
• and losing time to cold discomfort.

Another reason the included gear helps: it lets you focus on the sky. If your body is warm, you’re more likely to stay patient when the aurora decides to show.

One extra note from an account: there was mention of suggestions around thermal suits and snowshoes, including sizing and fitting in that instance. Even if snowshoes aren’t guaranteed for every night, the overall pattern is clear: they take cold-weather comfort seriously and set people up to last.

Photo expectations: tripods, camera help, and emailed keepsakes

If you want great aurora photos, this tour is designed for you. Tripods are included, winter clothing is provided, and the guides help with camera setup. The emphasis is on getting you into the right mode fast enough that you can keep up when the aurora moves.

After the tour, the guide emails a couple of pictures of you and the aurora. That’s a nice fallback if you’re new to aurora photography or your settings aren’t quite right.

One more detail that stands out: you’re not rushed. Multiple descriptions highlight patience and the fact that they take time to help people get their photos and enjoy the night. For aurora chasing, rushing usually means missed opportunities.

How flexible is this tour? (and what to watch for)

Small-group tours often feel calm. This one is listed as max 8 travelers, and that lines up with the vibe you’re looking for if you dislike crowds. In one account, the group size ended up larger than advertised, but the overall point was still that it felt manageable and focused.

The more important question for you is what happens when the sky is unpredictable. The tour requires good weather. If the tour is canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered either a different date or a full refund. That’s the key promise: they don’t keep you out just to run the clock.

Also, the experience has a minimum traveler requirement. If it doesn’t meet that minimum, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.

Who this tour is best for

This is a strong fit if you:

• want a small-group aurora experience rather than a big bus of people,
• care about taking actual aurora photos (and not just looking at them),
• appreciate guides who know how to set up a camera and help you get it working,
• and want comfort handled for you: gear included, plus warm food.

It’s also a good choice if you like the idea of being guided to quieter, more secluded places around Tromsø Fjords rather than staying right by town lights.

If you’re the type who hates uncertainty and hates being outside for hours, you might find the long night and weather dependence tough. Aurora chasing always has that emotional gamble.

Should you book this aurora chase?

Book it if you want an aurora tour that treats photography and comfort as part of the product, not optional extras. The combination of small group size, pro photographer guidance, included tripods and cold-weather gear, and warm dinner makes this feel like a complete night out.

Pass or consider alternatives if you’re extremely weather-sensitive or you can’t handle a long outdoor evening in Tromsø. Even with great guides, aurora depends on conditions, and this tour clearly runs on good weather.

FAQ

What’s the meeting point for Marianne’s Heaven On Earth Aurora Chaser Tours?

You meet at Smørtorget, Fredrik Langes gate 9, 9008 Tromsø, Norway. The start and end location are listed at the same place.

What time does the tour start?

The start time is 6:00 pm.

How long is the tour?

The duration is approximately 6 to 10 hours.

How many people are in the group?

This tour/activity lists a maximum of 8 travelers.

What gear is provided?

Tripods, winter suits, and warm boots are provided, and dinner is also included.

Do I need to bring a camera?

It’s best if you bring a camera, since the tour includes help with photographing the northern lights.

Will I get photos after the tour?

Yes. The guide will email a couple of pictures of you and the aurora after the tour.

Is transportation included?

Transportation from Tromsø is included, and you’ll be dropped off at your hotel or Airbnb locally (up to about 30 minutes from town).

What happens if the weather is bad?

The experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

Is this tour refundable if I cancel?

No. This experience is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.