Experience the magical Northern Lights in a unique way on this evening boat tour in Bodø!
Bodø is a beautiful city in Nordland County, Norway, known for its stunning natural landscapes. It is home to incredible Arctic coastal scenery, fjords and mountains. As one of the northernmost cities in Norway, witnessing the Northern Lights in Bodø is very common!
The Northern Lights boat tour in Bodø begins at the floating office at Bodø Harbour, where you'll be greeted by the experienced guide. After a quick safety and itinerary briefing, you'll board the boat, holding a maximum of 8 passengers for an exclusive, intimate experience. Once on board, the boat trip in Bodø begins! The captain will start sailing away from the city lights into the mystical dark polar night. In the middle of the open sea, you'll be treated to a sky full of bright stars, with mountains, islands and Bodø's twinkling city lights as the backdrop.
During the adventure, you can keep warm inside the boat or stand on the open deck for a better panoramic view. Hot coffee, tea or hot chocolate will also be served, while the guide shares stories and insights about the Northern Lights. If you're lucky, the mesmerising dance of the Aurora Borealis will appear in the night sky! You'll admire this awe-inspiring natural phenomenon while feeling the cold, crisp winter air on your face. Afterwards, you'll return to the starting point in Bodø.
This Northern Lights boat tour in Bodø is a must-do winter experience while visiting northern Norway!
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Practical information
On this excursion, you'll depart from Bodø and embark on an evening boat tour beneath the Northern Lights.
- Please arrive at the starting point at Bodø Harbour at least 10 minutes before the activity departure time
- Meet the guide
- Safety briefing
- Board the boat
- The boat tour begins!
- Sail into the sea
- Admire the Northern Lights
- Enjoy hot drinks
- Return to the starting point at Bodø Harbour
Please be advised that as the Northern Lights are an unpredictable, natural phenomenon, their presence can never be guaranteed.
- Guide
- Hot drinks
- Warm layers of clothing
- Winter overalls
- Winter boots
- Woollen socks
- Hat
- Gloves
- Scarf
- Camera