7 Tromso Sailing Trips to Build a Day Around

1.Aurora Dinner Cruise by Hybrid-Electric Catamaran

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 727 reviews · 3 hours · from $198Our pick

Spend three hours circling Tromsø Island on Brim Explorer’s hybrid-electric catamaran. You’ll enjoy a three-course Arctic seafood dinner, English guiding, heated saloons, and 360-degree views of snowy mountains and the Arctic Cathedral. Aurora sightings depend on clear skies.

“The crew were all fantastic and enthusiastic and knowledgeable. The food wasn’t great for vegetarians the trip was excellent. We saw the northern lights dramatically and magically swirling above us. A great way to spend my birthday.”

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2.Fjord and Islands Luxury Catamaran Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 144 reviews · 3 hours · from $208

Join an English-speaking guide aboard the Arctic Princess for a three-hour catamaran cruise from Tromsø. Expect mountain and fjord views, warm drinks, fishing gear, thermal suits, and fish soup on the return trip. Captains such as Per, Paolo, and Luka add local stories and a friendly touch.

“Great way to see Tromso! Very nice that vegetarian diet is accommodated! Nice boat as well. Comfortable and warm inside! Tour guide was very kind and had cool stories and photos to share. Would recommend to all! Beautiful sights!”

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3.Luxury Northern Lights Yacht Cruise with Hot Tub from Tromsø

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 139 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $344Top rated

Join Captain Kenneth and Sachi aboard the 12-person yacht Stella Oceana for a four-hour Tromsø aurora cruise. Watch the sky from the deck or a hot tub, warm up with reindeer soup and hot drinks, and enjoy a calm, alcohol-free evening on the fjords.

“Kenneth was a wonderful host. Loved the whole trip and appreciate all his insight on Tromso and the surrounding area”

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4.Arctic Fjordcruise & Safari in Tromso with Luxury Catamaran

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 105 reviews · 3 hours (approx.)

Sail from Tromsø for about three hours aboard a luxury catamaran limited to 12 people. Local captains such as Clement, Arno, and Haakon share fjord scenery, wildlife, fishing, WWII history, and family stories. Warm suits, snacks, coffee, tea, and Wi-Fi are included.

“Our guide Arno was very courteous and polite. He was quite informative and made the cruise interesting . The warm coffee was welcome . The scenery around was beautiful. It was time well spent.”

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5.Fjordcruise in a Luxury Yacht Arctic Queen

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 77 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $269

Set out from Tromsø aboard the Arctic Queen for about three hours with a captain, warm onboard suites, hot drinks, snacks, and possible lunch. The route may include the former Tirpitz cutting area, visible only at low tide. Confirm whether your sailing is private and what food is included before booking.

“It was a great boat ride with some outstanding views of the fjords. The fish soup was truly outstanding that the Captain made, and the conversation with the Captain on his experiences were very memorable ... I highly recommend this trip.”

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6.Tromso Luxury Sailing Yacht Polar Fjord Cruise with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 74 reviews · 4 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $348

Set out from Tromsø at 10:00 a.m. for a 4.5-hour small-group cruise through Balsfjorden. Captain Kenneth and host Sachi have led some departures. Expect a warm yacht, reindeer soup, coffee, Arctic scenery, and optional hot tub and polar plunge time.

“Beautiful scenery and delicious lunch made with local ingredients. Crew were super friendly and gave us a wonderful experience.”

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7.Fjord Cruise by Luxury Yacht

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 39 reviews · 3 hours · from $236

Spend three hours aboard the Arctic Queen, a small yacht for up to 11 people, cruising from Tromsø toward Eidkjosen and Sørbotn. You’ll pass Håkøya and Grindøya, try fishing or steering, wear a thermal suit, and eat fish soup. Guide Kurt has earned praise for his cooking and warm hosting.

“Kurt was a superb host, cook, guide, and skipper. We thoroughly enjoyed sailing in his new catamaran and eating freshlove you prepared soup with fish pulled from the sea hours earlier. We certainly recommend this activity.”

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