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Northern Lights In Focus - Cruise Guests

Approx. 6-8 hours
Minibus
Warm Meal
Free Photography

Think of it less as a tour, more as a night out with locals who love the sky. A human, heartfelt night out in the Arctic with guides who treat you like family.

This is not a polished brochure experience.This is the Arctic – wild and unpredictable. And we are Blue Puffin – a small, family-run crew of locals, guides, and friends who genuinely care.

Our Northern Lights in Focus tour isn’t about ticking boxes or chasing headlines. It’s about presence, patience, and joining real people who put their heart into every night. Sometimes there’s snow. Sometimes there’s wind. And yes, sometimes the aurora doesn’t show up (rarely). But what we always promise is this: we will do everything humanly possible to give you the best chance, with care, courage, and a spark of Viking spirit. From the first hello to the last spark of the fire, we’re here with you — all in.

We don’t run from A to B on a script. Each evening is a challenge and a mystery. We follow the sky, sometimes driving far into the fjords, sometimes even to Finland. We read the clouds, feel the wind, and take risks that only locals would know are worth it.

You’ll be wrapped in warm suits, warmed by the fire, and nourished with homemade soup and kindness. You’ll laugh with your guide (who’s also a photographer and a weather nerd), sip hot drink, and maybe see the sky explode in green.

And if the magical Green Lady appears — we’ll celebrate like it’s our first and last time, because we never stop being amazed.So if you’re ready to meet the Real North, not a postcard, but the pulse beneath it, then this is the tour for you.

Duration: 6–8 hours (depending on aurora/weather)
Group size: Small and intimate – never rushed
Includes: Pick up in the city centre/or at the port, thermal gear, tripods, snacks & homemade soup, edited aurora photos
Language: English and/or German
Minimum Age: Children aged 6 and up are welcome to join this tour
Flexible cancellation policy: check out our Terms & Conditions
Note: This is a natural phenomenon – we can’t promise what nature can’t guarantee. If conditions aren’t ideal and we have room on another evening, we may be able to offer you a discounted spot to try again.
Cruise-friendly: Timed around your ship’s arrival and departure. We’ll wait for you if tendering causes delays.
Price: NOK 2199,- (adults); NOK 1599,- (children, from 6y until 14y)
Flexible Aurora Hunt

We go where conditions are best, changing direction as needed to give you the highest chance of a sighting.

Free Photography

Your guide takes portraits and aurora shots throughout the night. You’ll receive a curated selection afterward, professionally edited and easy to download.

Cozy Campfire Experience

Enjoy hot soup, snacks, and drinks around a fire in the middle of the Arctic wilderness. Thermal overalls and tripods provided.

Real Local Guidance

Our guides aren’t just knowledgeable – they’re kind, humorous and genuinely passionate about sharing this place with you. Join the people who make even cloudy nights count.

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This tour can be combined with:

One day it’s huskies and chocolate cake, the next it’s snowstorms at the edge of the world or chasing a shy aurora through the fjords. Each trip is a mix of wild nature, human stories, and a touch of chaos – guided by people who chose to call this Arctic home.

Winter season activities start from 1st of November to 29th of April*

Summer season activities start from 1st of May to 1st of October.




*Winter activities are subjected to weather conditions (we can’t control the snow sadly!)

Book ahead tours for the next season!

One day it’s huskies and chocolate cake, the next it’s snowstorms at the edge of the world or chasing a shy aurora through the fjords. Each trip is a mix of wild nature, human stories, and a touch of chaos – guided by people who chose to call this Arctic home.

Winter season activities start from 1st of November to 29th of April*

Summer season activities start from 1st of May to 1st of October.




*Winter activities are subjected to weather conditions (we can’t control the snow sadly!)

A collection of letters that we hold close & dear to our hearts...

Pia Ritter

Wir möchten uns nochmal sehr herzlich bei Ihnen und besonders bei unserer Reiseleiterin Linda bedanken. Die Buchung und die Kommunikation im Vorfeld lief wirklich super und problemlos. Den Tag bei Ihnen auf Mageroya werden wir nicht vergessen. Linda war eine so sympathische Reiseleiterin, die uns vieles über das Leben ganz im Norden berichten konnte. Die Stopps auf dem Weg zum Nordkap waren alle interessant und der Aufenthalt am Nordkap einfach unvergesslich. Die Königskrabben in Honningsvag haben den Ausflug perfekt abgeschlossen. Vielen liebe Dank nochmals für die Planung, die Organisation und die Zeit, die Linda mit uns verbracht hat. Es war für uns ein unvergesslicher Tag. „Tusen takk!"

Ushy

Today we again met up with Monika, now co owner of Blue Puffin tours, after meeting her in 2017 on a tour to Northcap. All our communications with Monika from the time of making our booking until pickup today were clear and precise. Both Michael, who shared the stories in both German and English and Monika, who drove and guided us in English, did a fantastic job today. We got the opportunity to swim, if we were game, in the cold waters of a beautiful fjord followed by hot black currant juice and cookies and snacks. Monika went above and beyond in accomodating our extra requests today and her customer service is worlds best. I can absolutely recommend Blue Puffin tours in Tromso and Northcap to any venturing to this part of the world, either independently or by cruise ship.

Diane

This is by far the best tour we have ever taken anywhere in the world. We were on a cruise and we told everyone we talked to how wonderful it was and hope they will pass the word to anyone they know. Monica was our guide. She and her husband own the company. We saw and learned so much about the area and the life in Honningsvag. You will never be disappointed with this tour. A big thank you for such a wonderful time.

Lothar & Ilka

Wir möchten Euch zu diesen beiden Guides herzlich gratulieren. Linda ist so ein Energiebündel und mit ihrer Art steckt sie wirklich alle an. Und was noch wichtiger ist, sie weiß wann genau was sie als erstes zeigen wird, da sie wettermäßig super informiert ist und die Tour danach richtet. Es war wirklich schön und informativ. Bei soviel Input war es nie langweilig ihr zuzuhören. Es war ein wunderschöner Tag, welcher sich in unser Herz gebrannt hat. Auch Kirsten ist ein super toller Guide, mit sehr viel Wissen, was sie uns total gut weitergegeben hat, ohne dass es langweilig wurde. Bitte sagt Linda und Kirsten liebe Grüße von uns und nochmals vielen vielen Dank für die schöne Zeit 🥰. Wir hoffen sehr, dass wir nochmals kommen können und werden dann auf alle Fälle wieder bei Euch buchen.

Julianne Duncan

Just wanted to let you know how much we enjoyed Linda our tour guide for the North Cape she did an amazing job and made the area so interesting . She was friendly and engaging. We were also thrilled with marten our tour guide in Tromso for the why we live here tour . He is a great guide very funny and made the tour so fun and interesting.would definitely recommend blue puffin for your professionalism great tour guides and great team keeping us informed about the tour.

Tanja Schumacher

Our day at the North Cape was already a week ago, and we’ve now returned home. But I didn’t want to miss the chance to thank you once again for the wonderful day. We had a fantastic excursion with Linda—huge compliments to her, she’s a great tour guide—and of course also to our bus driver. We also really enjoyed the king crab meal; it was super delicious. A truly great restaurant. We will definitely recommend you, and if we come back to Norway, we’d love to go on another tour with you. :-)

Annette & Jörg Düttchen

We would like to sincerely thank you for the wonderful North Cape tour with you. A special thanks also goes to our guide – you can really feel how passionately she approaches the task of bringing Norway closer to us. Another big thank you to our bus driver Rebecka. We definitely don’t regret booking with you and will gladly recommend you to others. Unfortunately, we won’t be able to join tomorrow’s tour, as we already booked another excursion. We would have loved to be there again 😉🙃👍. Wishing you and your team continued success.

Ruth und Manfred Flöck

Wir möchten uns gerne noch einmal persönlich bedanken. Der Ablauf von der Buchung über die vorab Infos zum Treffpunkt hat bestens funktioniert. beglückwünschen möchten wir Sie aber zu Ihrer Mitarbeiterin Laura. Sie hat uns voller Begeisterung durch den Abend begleitet. Das war viel mehr als nur ein Transfer zum Nordkap. Leider habe ich das Unternehmen Blue Puffin erst nach einer Weile gefunden. Es wäre schön wenn die Präsentation der Homepage an 1.Stelle erscheinen würde… Aber für uns hat sich die längere Suche definitiv gelohnt. Wir wünschen Ihnen alles erdenklich Gute und werden Sie auf jeden Fall mit Begeisterung weiterempfehlen.

Frank und Jana Werner

"Wir wollen uns auf diesem Wege noch einmal recht herzlich bei euch für zwei wunderschöne, unvergessliche Ausflüge bedanken, mit Victor am Nordkap und Lucia in Tromsø. Es waren zwei unbeschreiblich tolle Tage, die wir noch ewig in Erinnerung behalten werden. Vielen Dank dafür und auch für die tolle Verköstigung. Tromsø zu den Nordlichtern steht jetzt auf unserer To Do Liste, natürlich nur mit euch 😉 😀"

Alan & Linda

Want to say a huge thank you to Blue Puffin in general and the amazing Linda in particular for our wonderful North Cape tour today. Linda is a force of nature and the best guide we’ve ever had. Thank you so much.

Fam. Wittich, Bebra

Vielen Dank das es geklappt hat mit den vorderen Plätzen, ich konnte sicher tolle Fotos machen. Es war eine super Tour, mit einer einzigartigen Landschaft, dazu hat sicher auch das schöne Wetter und unsere Reiseleiterin Michelle beigetragen👍, eine sehr nette Frau, die uns sehr viel von den Dörfern und Bewohnern erzählt hat. Nochmals vielen Dank!

Philipp

Thank you very much for your message. I would also like to mention that we joined your excursion to the North Cape today – and it was absolutely amazing! This is my 17th cruise, but I’ve never had such a wonderful tour. It was fun, informative, and full of charm. Your colleague is simply incredible – she’s not just good at what she does, she truly lives for it. She’s one of a kind, and it was a real privilege to experience that. Thank you for everything!

Sigrun Feller

Die Tour heute mit Lucia war einfach der Hammer! Der Besuch bei den Huskies war für mich ein absolutes Highlight und eine totale Überraschung! Und auch alle anderen Stopps waren wunderschön! Lucia ist mit ihrem ganzen Wissen der perfekte Tourguide! Wir sind immer noch ganz geflashed von den Erlebnissen und der Schönheit von Tromsø und der Umgebung (die Nordcap Tour gestern war auch klasse aber heute war noch eine Steigerung…). Wir kommen einmal im Winter wieder!

Heinz, Wolfgang und Gudrun

Unser Urlaub in Norwegen ist beendet und wir sind seit gestern wieder zu Hause, aber wir möchten nicht versäumen, uns herzlichst für den interessanten Ausflug zum Nordcap zu bedanken. Ihr Kollege Viktor Hübner hat uns dreien mit seinem Wissen über das Land sehr beeindruckt. Er hat eine wunderbare Art, sein Publikum zu begeistern. Nochmals vielen lieben Dank dafür. Wir werden Sie gern weiterempfehlen.

Brigitte and her 7 companions

A heartfelt thank you to the dear Blue Puffin Team, especially to the extremely friendly and informative Linda, whose enthusiastic manner made her so lovable, for this wonderful tour to the North Cape. We have already warmly recommended your company and will definitely book with you again on our hopefully next trip to Tromsø. Linda made it sound very appealing 😉!!

Karl-Heinz and Marita

We were on the MSC Preziosa from June 20th to July 4th, 2025. Now our journey to the North has come to an end, and we have arrived back home. On June 25th, 2025, we took part in your North Cape tour. Michelle was our guide. She gave us a deep insight into life in the northern region. We learned a lot about the country, its people, and the wildlife. She guided us with real passion, so to speak. We can only praise your company and will definitely recommend you. P.S.: Stay healthy, all of you!

Glen

Have been meaning to email for a couple of weeks but life got in the way! Just wanted to say a huge thank you to you and the team for your help in tours in Honningsvag and Tromso when visiting on Sky Princess over Midsummer. The reserved seats at the front for my partner made all the difference and the tour guides were excellent. Anita and Martin made the two days very special. I am though extremely envious of your home town and already getting withdrawal symptoms - if you ever need an English Norwegian speaking tour guide let me know!

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