The 12 Best Midnight Sun Nights in Norway

1.Eggum: Lofoten Islands Midnight Sun Kayak Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 322 reviews · 3 hours · from $99Our pick

Set out from Eggum with guides such as Lucio, Israel, Santi, or Jules for a three-hour double-kayak trip among small islands. You’ll receive instruction, paddle open water, watch seabirds and sea eagles when conditions allow, and stop for hot drinks, snacks, and local stories. No kayaking experience is required.

“We had such a great time on this tour and the views were breathtaking. The weather was perfect for it beginning of August. Our guide, Lucio, was fantastic. He was patient while explaining how to use the kayak and the directions of the excursion, plus he took some great photos! Thank you for a great experience on our bestie trip!”

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2.Midnight Sun Kayak – Northern Explorer

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 151 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $104Top rated

Meet at Eggum Harbour at 10 p.m. for a three-hour guided double-kayak trip along the coast and nearby islands. Guides such as Lucio, Israel, Santiago, and Jules have led outings with safety instruction, local stories, photos, tea, and cookies. No previous kayaking experience is needed, but bring warm waterproof layers.

“Recommended even for inexperienced like us. Lucio was eager to help even when a problem occurred. We stopped at a beautiful spot and had great time.”

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3.Sommaroy Fjord Tour with Lunch Option & Midnight Sun

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 76 reviews · from $123

Travel from Tromsø to Sommarøy by minibus or coach, stopping at fjords, mountain viewpoints, and coastal photo spots. English-speaking guides such as Pietro, Tomas, Mirko, and Marek have led this route. Choose a warm meal at check-in, and take an evening departure from late May to mid-July for a possible midnight-sun sighting.

“Really nice Tour, i loved the Landscape. The Tour Guide Mirko did a great Job and showed us some nice places. He also took beautiful pictures and is very kind - fully recommend this Tour.”

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4.Midnight Sun Hike with Wandering Owl

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 40 reviews · 4 to 5 hours (approx.) · from $150

Meet near Scandic Ishavshotel and ride west from Tromsø to Kvaløya, Ersfjordbotn, or Grotfjord. Your guide chooses the hiking area based on weather and season. Expect a moderate walk, fjord and mountain views, wildlife, berries, warm drinks, homemade food, and souvenir photos.

“Ellie, our guide, made our hike a phenomenal experience. The setting and location were fabulous to see the fjord, Mountains and ocean against the midnight sun. Would highly w this tour!”

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5.Midnight sun safari

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 33 reviews · 2 hours · from $152

Leave Henningsvær at 9 p.m. in a large RIB boat, wearing a provided dry suit, life vest, and gloves. Your English- or Norwegian-speaking skipper takes you through narrow straits toward the open sea, pointing out Lofoten scenery and wildlife. Allow about two to three hours, and bring warm clothes and a camera.

“Wspaniała przygoda! Bardzo wyrozumiali pracownicy. Pomyliły mi się godziny i ledwo z córka zdarzyłyśmy. Wszyscy czekali na nas 20 minut! Byłam za to bardzo wdzięczna. Samo Safari było niesmakowite! Piękne widoki, świetna zabawa. Widziałyśmy 6 bielików, 2 foki i 2 morświny! Niesamowite doswiadczenie! Przewodnik również trochę opowiedział o Henningsvær oraz przekazał kilka ciekawostek. Bardzo polecam!”

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6.Midnight Sun Cruise in a Luxury Catamaran

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 24 reviews · 3 hours · from $188

Join an English-speaking skipper in Tromsø for a three-hour evening cruise aboard the Lagoon 450 catamaran. Enjoy mountain scenery from the Panorama Lounge, outdoor daybeds, or the sea-level net, then warm up with coffee, thermal suits, and traditional fish soup. The route and boat may change with weather or operating conditions.

“Owner of the tour company was great on providing advice about the best means to see the Midnight Sun. On this occasion, car tour was the best chance and they were not wrong. They moved me tours no problem. Spectacular and beautiful views :)”

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7.Midnight sun tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 23 reviews · 1h 30m · from $156

Ride from Hov Gård across Gimsøya during Lofoten’s endless golden hour. Your English-speaking guide teaches you the basics before you set off, then leads you past a fish-drying rack, old Viking settlement areas, Hovsund, and an Arctic beach. The pace is gentle, and no riding experience is needed.

“Hadde en super tur med guiden Liss. Hun gav nyttige tilbakemeldinger underveis og vi hadde en fin samtale. Hesten min Maja var rolig og trygg. Anbefales!”

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8.Midnight Sun Hike in the wilderness

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 18 reviews · from $132

Leave Tromsø for an easy four-hour evening hike through the coastal countryside with an English-speaking guide. Walk up a small mountain in the soft light of the midnight sun, learn about local plants and animals, enjoy fjord and peak views, and receive sandwiches, loaner gear, and souvenir photos by email.

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9.Midnight Sun with Campfire with Wandering Owl

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 17 reviews · 4 to 5 hours (approx.) · from $150

Meet your guide in central Tromsø and drive west to the coast for a relaxed beach camp beneath the midnight sun. Guides such as Ellie, Evgeni, and Anthony prepare a warm vegetable stew and stick bread over the fire. Expect fjord views, possible reindeer sightings, souvenir photos, and limited toilet facilities.

“I can say very few words aboutcthe experienco because the activity was cancelled the they before because there were no enough people interested in it. I understand that everything is business but, maybe, you should think that you can compensate the time you have more customers than mininum with those when you have less customers. It would be necessary to ensure customers' satisfaction. If you don't do so, all the system of tours reservations may disappear.”

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10.Lofoten Islands Private Midnight Sun Yacht Cruise from Svolvær

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 14 reviews

Join a private 3.5-hour evening cruise from Svolvær aboard the ice-class S/Y Stella Oceana. You’ll sail the Vestfjord with your own group, passing Skrova and circling Litlmolla when conditions and the sightseeing route allow. Coffee, tea, hot chocolate, water, cookies, and a restroom are included.

“The place we sailed to, the quality of the captain and the crew, the ship was amazing and so well looked after. If ever get the opportunity to do a tour on this ship MV Stella Oceana do it”

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11.Sommarøy Islands Midnight Sun Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 9 reviews

Travel from Tromsø to Sommarøy during the Arctic summer, stopping around Ersfjord and Kaldfjord before reaching white beaches and fishing villages glowing under the midnight sun. An experienced Arctic-life guide leads the four-hour outing. English, Spanish, and Finnish are available.

“Super great. Very nice guides! A bit expensive, but unfortunately that's the standard in Norway!”

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12.Midnight sun tour with a photographer

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 3 reviews · 4 hours · from $198

From Svolvær, a professional photographer leads you by comfortable minivan to selected Lofoten viewpoints, beaches, mountains, and fishing villages during the midnight sun. The four-hour small-group tour suits beginners and experienced photographers, with tripods available on request. English guidance, Svolvær pickup, and flexible cancellation add practical value.

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