Northern Lights Dinner Cruise, Tromsø

4.0 (7 reviews)
Dine surrounded by the northern lights as you cruise Tromsø's fjords in a floating restaurant.

Overview

Dine surrounded by the northern lights on a floating restaurant in Tromsø. Relish a three-course gourmet meal with locally sourced ingredients and a selection of local craft beers and wines as you silently sail through the Arctic waters, admiring the winter landscape with a chance to witness the mesmerizing aurora borealis, if weather permits. Ideal for those who cherish culinary experiences and the natural wonders of the far north, this cruise combines sustainable travel with beautiful views.

Highlights

  • Savor a three-course meal with locally sourced ingredients
  • Listen to an animated and knowledgeable guide share local history and intriguing stories
  • Marvel at the northern lights from the boat's deck or the comfort of the ship's interior
  • Appreciate the serene Arctic views of Tromsø's fjords from the ship's panoramic windows

Know before you go

Duration
4 hours
Recommended for
All ages
Group
Group tour, 60 people or less
Food & Drink
Dinner Included

What you'll do

Board an electric ship in Tromsø at 6:45 pm and set off into the surrounding fjords with your dinner mates and friendly crew. The staff, including an animated narrator, will share insights and personal stories about the local history, maritime mysteries, and the stunning Arctic landscapes you sail through.

As you glide silently into the darkness of the frigid waters, you'll have the opportunity to savor a three-course dinner prepared with locally sourced, seasonal ingredients. The meal is a modern twist on traditional Northern Norwegian dishes, offering a cold appetizer, a main course, and a dessert. While the main course is often fish-centric, other options are available for those with different tastes (including vegetarian options). Pair your meal with local craft beer or one of the carefully selected wines, and enjoy your dinner by the panoramic windows for those pretty views.

If the weather cooperates throughout the evening, you'll have the chance to see the dancing northern lights. Even on cloudy nights, the cruise offers a unique perspective of Tromsø from the sea, with the city lights reflecting off the water. The electric engine provides a sustainable journey, allowing you to enjoy your surroundings without the noise of a traditional motor.  

Start times

  • Daily
    7:00 pm

What's included

  • Guide
  • Set dinner menu
  • Water
  • Fully licensed bar with drinks (for sale)
  • Free WiFi
  • Heated indoor rooms
  • Restrooms

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Traveler reviews

7 total ratings, 5 with reviews
4.0
Feature ratings
Quality of Experience
4.0
Food
3.3
Guides, Drivers and Staff
4.8
Transport
4.7
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Bryan M.
Ashburn, VA | Reviewed on Apr 02, 2024
Northern lights were great. Food was ok, Read more

Northern lights were great. Food was ok,

Tips for future travelers

Dress warm , it is cold out side the boat at night

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Ronda
Ronda S.
Seattle, WA | Reviewed on Feb 11, 2024
this is a nice cruise around the bay. Food was ok, not great, and meant for fish lovers. We had bad weather, so no going outside or seeing northern lights. Read more

this is a nice cruise around the bay. Food was ok, not great, and meant for fish lovers. We had bad weather, so no going outside or seeing northern lights.

Tips for future travelers

if you are a pair, you'll sit with someone else; dress warmly; if you don't eat fish, ask for vegetarian meal; Remember to checkin before you go to the ship...see your email.

Quality of Experience
Food
quality you might expect for a large group; Ok if you like fish. Offer other options, warn folks that the app is cold.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Narrator was animated and seemed to enjoy what she did.
Transport
easy peeve
Michael
Michael B.
Irvine, CA | Reviewed on Oct 18, 2023
I wouldn't recommend this activity. The food wasn't to my taste and it was a dark, cloudy night so there wasn't much to see outside. Read more

I wouldn't recommend this activity. The food wasn't to my taste and it was a dark, cloudy night so there wasn't much to see outside.

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Linda T.
Atlanta, GA | Reviewed on Jan 12, 2023
Even though we did not see the northern lights due to clouds, we really enjoyed the experience. The boat was very nice and comfortable. The guides were knowledgeable and the three-course meal with glass of champagne was delicious. They also offered a bar with drinks for purchase. Read more

Even though we did not see the northern lights due to clouds, we really enjoyed the experience. The boat was very nice and comfortable. The guides were knowledgeable and the three-course meal with glass of champagne was delicious. They also offered a bar with drinks for purchase.

Tips for future travelers

You may not see the northern lights but if you want to learn more about the area while eating good food then this is worth doing.

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Brian
Brian B.
Seattle, WA | Reviewed on Nov 13, 2022
Beautiful cruise around Tromsø. Had a beautiful clear evening, however no lights. Enjoyed being on the water and a different perspective of the city. Food was average, staff above and beyond excellent. Read more

Beautiful cruise around Tromsø. Had a beautiful clear evening, however no lights. Enjoyed being on the water and a different perspective of the city. Food was average, staff above and beyond excellent.

Tips for future travelers

We were lucky to see lights a couple times before dinner cruise. Despite clear night, there was no activity. Still, enjoyed the boat trip. Don't expect gourmet. Food average. Liked some of the unique samples of Norwegian fare.

Quality of Experience
Food
Main course was not very good. First course was fun sample of regional food and dessert was great.
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