Northern Lights Tours · Kirkenes
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Northern lights outings in Kirkenes follow a clear 3-hour format priced between 169 € and 203 €. All 3 departures focus on road-based chases around the region. The entry option from Arctic Resorts costs 169 € for their Aurora Express tour, while their bus hunt costs 170 € and is rated “Everybody welcome”. For this bus excursion, Arctic Resorts runs commentary in English and Norwegian, departing either from hotels in town or from Bjørnevatn. Alternatively, kirkenes tours provides a people carrier outing around the area at 203 € for 3h. If you want designated hotel pick-up points and an accessible outing, choose the bus route with Arctic Resorts, whereas the people carrier option suits smaller vehicle travel.
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Frequently asked questions
What months are northern lights tours available in Kirkenes?
Tours run from September to March.
How long do the northern lights tours last?
Every outing lasts 3h.
Where do departures take place?
For the bus outing with Arctic Resorts, pick-up is arranged from the Thon or Scandic Hotels in Kirkenes, or directly at the Snowhotel Reception in Bjørnevatn.
Which languages are used during the tours?
With Arctic Resorts, guiding on the bus hunt is conducted in English and Norwegian.
What is the price range for northern lights tours in Kirkenes?
Prices range from 169 € to 203 € across all options.
Best time to go
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | -9.9 °C | 22.7 mm | Good |
| February | -9.8 °C | 18.4 mm | Peak |
| March | -6.1 °C | 21.1 mm | Peak |
| April | -0.5 °C | 32.7 mm | Poor |
| May | 3.9 °C | 41.8 mm | Off season |
| June | 9.6 °C | 62.3 mm | Off season |
| July | 13.9 °C | 61 mm | Off season |
| August | 11.6 °C | 55.5 mm | Poor |
| September | 9.2 °C | 49.3 mm | Good |
| October | 1.9 °C | 43.9 mm | Good |
| November | -1.4 °C | 35.9 mm | Possible |
| December | -5.3 °C | 30.2 mm | Good |
Practical info
Equipment
Wear thermal base layers, warm insulated trousers, a windproof winter coat, warm gloves, and a woollen hat.
Getting there
Head to your designated hotel pick-up in Kirkenes or go to the Snowhotel Reception in Bjørnevatn as arranged by Arctic Resorts.
See also
Other activities in Kirkenes
Updated September 2026