After check-in at 18:45, depart central Tromsø at 19:00 aboard S/Y Stella Oceana. The Captain selects the safest and most suitable route through the surrounding fjords based on the evening’s sea and weather conditions. Spend time beneath the Arctic night sky on the outdoor decks and look for the Northern Lights during the cruise. Each booking group receives reserved private time in the outdoor hot tub. When you are ready to warm up, relax in the heated saloon and enjoy a non-alcoholic welcome drink, traditional reindeer stew with bread, hot drinks and cookies. The Captain and crew provide personal service and local insight throughout the evening. The yacht returns to the same central Tromsø harbor at approximately 23:00.
The yacht is amazing. The staff were so friendly and made the trip so relaxing and enjoyable. Very tasty reindeer stew and hot drinks available during the cruise. I would highly recommend this cruise.
This was such a wonderful experience, and I really think that is because of the captain and crew’s attention to detail. They really thought of everything, from welcome drinks, to private time in the hot tub, to helping us carry towels around, it was so lovely. We even saw the lights, when I truly thought we had no chance at all. (Low KP and lots of cloud cover). A really wonderful experience, thank you both.
This was hands down the best experience of our Nordic. From start to finish, the Northern Lights yacht tour felt truly special. We were incredibly lucky, the Northern Lights were visible for most of the nearly four-hour journey, and we even witnessed the dancing lights, which was absolutely magical. Being out on the water, surrounded by silence, sky, and sea, made the experience deeply immersive and genuinely rejuvenating. The hosts were exceptional, warm, kind, and deeply passionate about what they do. The captain’s excitement when the Northern Lights appeared was contagious; he was genuinely thrilled for us, celebrating the moment alongside us, which made the experience feel even more joyful and heartfelt. One of the most memorable parts of the evening was hearing his stories about his grandmother from Tromsø, adding a beautiful personal touch that made the night feel intimate and human. The food was fantastic, especially the reindeer soup, which was comforting, delicious, and perfectly suited for a cold Arctic night. Every detail, from the atmosphere to the hospitality, was thoughtfully done. This was more than just a Northern Lights tour, it was a once-in-a-lifetime experience we will cherish forever. Thank you for such a beautiful, soulful evening.
I had the best time! The hosts were amazing and the reindeer stew was phenomenal! I’d highly recommend as the hut tub under the northern lights is like no other experience I’ve had. :) We got lucky with seeing the lights as it was a beautiful clear night since & it’s weather dependent! Jan 30, 2026
My son and I took a trip (his choice) for his high school graduation; this excursion was a true highlight. These hosts go above and beyond in all that they do. They CARE and are invested. To do this every night and to get so excited to see the northern lights **for your guests' sake** is heartwarming. The yacht was clean and every detail was thoughtfully decided upon to make the experience memorable, comfortable, and what each individual desires.
Firstly seeing the Northern Lights is a lottery not a guarantee, and although on this occasion we didn't see them (cloudy snowy weather), both Captain Kennet and Sachi were engaging, welcoming and professional and we still had a fab time. The interior of the boat was comfy and cosy and the reindeer stew was very tasty. Despite no Northern Lights, it was quite the experience to sit in a hot tub on a boat in the artic while it snowed! As we were on the deck, we caught Kennet for an impromptu chat as we were returning to port. Kennet is Tromso born and bred and has family roots going back to the beginning of the town so has fantastic local knowledge and clearly cares deeply about the place and the environment. Warning - wrap up warm if it's early January!
The hosts are so cool and knowledgeable! The boat is impressive and beautiful! Even though we did not see the lights, great experience The hot tub was very nice and warm
Incredible friendly captain and crew. Very insightful as well. Will help you find the aurora once in a spot that he knows will be visible. The food is excellent and filling. Overall, a very accommodating and experienced experience.
The Oceana Stella was in immaculate condition- due to the efforts of Captain Kenner & his wife Sachi. Both were incredibly kind, helpful, and friendly. We could tell that they were invested in bringing a wonderful experience to our family. The Captain’s enthusiasm in siting the Aurora Borealis was contagious! You MUST try the Reindeer stew. We thought we’d be handed a paper cup with a few spoonfuls of- No! Sachi set the table and brought us a huge bowl of stew, with garlic bread. DELICIOUS! And coffee, tea & hot cocoa weee free to enjoy. Finally - you haven’t lived until you have searched for the Northern Lights, while sitting in a hot tub - North of the Arctic Circle. I highly recommend this tour. Heartfelt Thanks to Captain Kemmet & his wife Sachi. My family would happily take this tour again.
First we would like the captain again for taking us out during a such an intense snowstorm! We were able to catch clear pockets of sky and stars. Soaking in the hot tub while floating on the Norwegian Sea with the heavy snowfall was an amazing experience. I felt just like the Japanese macaque. Lol We all had a great time aboard and it was warm and cozy under deck when we wanted to get out of the snow. The stew was hot and delicious and it was nice to pick what time we wanted to eat. It was easy to see how much the ship is loved and cared for, it was beautiful with the old wood interior and was comfortable. Everyone had a fantastic night and will remember it forever.
Had a lovely time cruising with Sachi and Kenneth on the Northern Lights cruise. Met some lovely people and tried reindeer stew for the first time which was beautiful. Unfortunately we didn’t see any Northern Lights but it was lovely to meet Sachi and Kenneth and would highly recommend this cruise if you want a small group of 12 or less and there is a hot tub on board if you want to take a dip.
Amazing! The boat captain and his wife are absolutely lovely. We were scheduled time in the hot tub so we were able to enjoy the experience privately, not in a group as we originally thought. Showers, dinner, warm drinks and snacks were provided and all was wonderful. If you are looking for a relaxing evening under the northern lights, do not pass this experience up!
One of the best experiences ever! The crew was very pleasant and knowledgeable. The hot tub underneath the northern lights was an out of this world experience, not to mention the food afterwards was delicious!! Would book again in the future!
Everything was superb!! Great vessel, excellent food and beverage, and enjoyable interaction with crew and other guests aboard.
This is a fun cruise . We did not see the northern lights but we had seen them the day before . The Captain and his first mate are very hospitable . We enjoyed the evening . It was small group , maybe 8 of us plus ever able to witness an engagement on the boat . I highly recommend this tour .
Firstly, what wonderful people the hosts are! The boat is so comfortable and classy, cosy inside. Our host is an ex captain so he knows his stuff! Saatchi made the most delicious reindeer stew, cooked with time and love. (I always said that I would never eat reindeer stew but it was amazing!) :) The captain called us up to deck when the lights appeared (so that we didn’t have to stand in the cold on deck). There was lovely coffee and hot chocolate, cookies at our leisure. And then a miracle happened before our eyes! Her majesty aurora came out in all her glory and beauty and she dazzled and danced across the sky all around us! Nobody back home could believe how incredible our pics were! Even people who had visited before said that our show was nothing compared to theirs! I highly recommend these lovely people!!!!
The owners are phenomenal!!!!!!!! The vessel had plenty of room below to get out of cold. The food was amazing. You can tell they really love what they do. We went out on an overcast night with not much expectation of seeing anything. The Captain was still optimistic that there was a chance. We mothered for a bit and the we saw a break in the clouds. We waited a bit longer and then the Captain’s face lit up. The Northern Lights came out and he got so excited running around the boat to make sure everyone knew. The Captain and his wife both went around offering to take photos of everyone. Was a great experience and would do it again.
We capped off our Norway trip with this stunning trip around the fjords in search of the northern lights. Kenneth and Sachi were amazing hosts and truly care that their guests have a most enjoyable experience aboard their gorgeous sailing vessel. We didn’t see the lights, but that’s out of their control, they did provide us with some of the most delicious reindeer soup that we tasted during our trip. Cannot recommend this experience enough.
The captain is super experienced and we cant see the northern lights without his knowledge as that night is so cloudy. And the yacht is so neat and cosy , the reindeer soup is so yummy 😋
This was our favorite trip of the vacation. The owners were amazing. The soup was so yummy! The hot tub was relaxing. It was such a unique, fun and unforgettable experience!
It was a nice enough way to spend the evening however there are a couple points to keep in mind. First thing, make sure to wear underclothes, as ski pants and other "outside clothes" are forbidden and have to be removed every time going above and below deck. Second thing was that the boat never left sight of Tromso. We had taken the tour after being told that boat tours, like driving tours are happy to take you out as far as it takes to see the lights. That wasn't the priority however and the crew kind of shrugged and referred to the schedule. I'm not complaining but this one really doesn't come with a guarantee of seeing the lights (or at least the standard "we will do everything we can" other companies offer.) The hot-tub was a nice idea but we found the concept a bit awkward with other visitors of the tour walking about. Actually it would have been a cool idea if they made the guests introduce themselves (as cringe as that sounds) because at first it felt super awkward sitting across from each other. The owner of the boat was friendly and chatty however and we really enjoyed conversations with him above deck. The guest coordinator seemed a bit
The captain and his wife were wonderful hosts going out of their way to make us comfortable. The captain allowed us into the bridge when he saw how cold we were. He searched and found the northern lights for us making it a once in a lifetime experience. Dress warmly as there is a lot of wind on the boat and bring extra towels
Kenneth & Sashi were delightful; knowledgeable, helpful and very friendly. Went in for the sailing as I wanted to see it all from the water. It was a full moon & very clear skies. The atmosphere was such that we, the guests, all chatted together. And the magic began with dancing lights which added to such a wonderful trip.
A lovely evening greeted by Kenneth the captain and his charming wife Sarchi . At first you may feel it’s a bit regimented being told what goes where and when and it’s certainly not a booze cruise with no alcohol but understandably this is for your safety and keeping the boat clean and tidy which it is ! very warm cosy well kept saloon The hot tub was a bonus , although we were reluctant at first ,we got in and it was clean and warm and perfect for the evening before A delicious hot pot . The couple are lovely and really take pride in giving you a great trip around the fjords A small group which we prefer , and we felt very comfortable on board in the end Thanks guys !!
A very beautiful yacht that is so smooth and well run. The captain and wife were very hospitable and kind and generous. The captain knew how to hunt out the best northern lights and we had one of our best experiences. Highly recommended especially if you do not want to stand in the cold for hours. This is for those that want a great experience without the hardships.
Lovely experience. Definitely something you need to experience in your life. The crew was great, the food was great, the hot tub was nice in the cold weather. Such a great contrast with the heat and cold. Would definitely recommend!
Capitan and her wife was so friendly. I just add sth, Capitan please tell more story. We like to hear about Norway, Samy, Aura, ocean, weather, fish, journey, you, your life in middle of water, ... . It could make the journey memorable. At last, We enjoyed our journey
Kenneth was a wonderful host. Loved the whole trip and appreciate all his insight on Tromso and the surrounding area
The hosts were great. Lovely yacht, very nice inside. Warm and inviting. The hot tub was amazing. We were allocated a time to have the hot tub to ourselves (45mins). The reindeer stew was delicious. Served when we requested it. The Northern Lights did a small show for us whilst we were on board.
Captain Kenneth and his wife Sachi have created the most amazing experience on this stunning vessel! What a joy to meet them and see the enthusiasm and excitement for the lights that matched our own. It was definitely the highlight of our trip and the PERFECT ending to our 10 day Tromso adventure! We went on New Year's Eve, which if you've never experienced in the city of Tromso, it is indescribably magical! Fireworks are literally EVERYWHERE throughout the city for HOURS! So imagine it: you're on this incredible, beautiful ship, hosted with the best food and lifetime experience of knowledge from your captain all while seeing the absolutely stunning aurora lights PLUS fireworks all around you and as a bonus, there is a HOT TUB on board? I truly could not recommend this experience more highly and am already planning my next visit to this magical place. Thank you so much, Captain Kenneth and Sachi for the so very special experience. We will all remember it forever.
Captain Kenneth and his wife Sachi have created the most amazing experience on this stunning vessel! What a joy to meet them and see the enthusiasm and excitement for the lights that matched our own. It was definitely the highlight of our trip and the PERFECT ending to our 10 day Tromso adventure! We went on New Year's Eve, which if you've never experienced in the city of Tromso, it is indescribably magical! Fireworks are literally EVERYWHERE throughout the city for HOURS! So imagine it: you're on this incredible, beautiful ship, hosted with the best food and lifetime experience of knowledge from your captain all while seeing the absolutely stunning aurora lights PLUS fireworks all around you and as a bonus, there is a HOT TUB on board? I truly could not recommend this experience more highly and am already planning my next visit to this magical place. Thank you so much, Captain Kenneth and Sachi for the so very special experience. We will all remember it forever.
This was exceptionally delightful experience. Our boat was crewed by a husband and wife. He was a 27 year Norwegian Navy veteran and lifelong resident of this area. He got just as excited about Aurora Borealis as we did. His wife was the best hostess and chef. Her reindeer stew was beyond fantastic. We would book with them every time and we did see northern lights, and stayed very comfortable the entire time!
This was an absolute highlight of our trip and one of the most magical experiences of my life. The captain and his wife are both beautiful people who love not only what they do but the city itself and their passion shows. The reindeer stew was lovely and the inside of the cabin is not only charming, but toasty warm and a perfect place to spend a bit of a time getting warm between checking out the views. The hot tub was also great and there's a system so each couple/group get time to soak. We did see the lights but even if you don't being out on the water and talking to the captain is a magnificent time. This is a trip I would do again in a heartbeat and is worth every cent.
Nice host and delicious soup. Considering the bad weather, we would appreciate the tour was cancelled earlier. We didn't manage to depart and stayed at the dock throughout where we saw the weak aurora. This could be done without a tour costing hundreds, the plus point was the hot hub for not more than 4 pax at one time.
We loved this trip! Small and intermit instead of being with a whole bunch of people. We loved the home made soup! Unfortunately we didn't get to see the northern lights very clearly, but enjoyed the hot tub experience.
Do this tour! The captain and his wife are both absolutely lovely people who will ensure you have a good trip. We went out in a clear night and the stars from the boat alone are worth it. However, we were lucky and the northern lights put on a great show when we were in the Hot Tub. This was an experience like no other! Food and drinks are also good, the ship is clean and the atmosphere is perfect. Would definitely do it again. 12/10 experience!
My husbands favorite thing on our Norway trip! The soup was amazing and being on a hot tub on a boat was incredible! We were lucky and got to see the Northern Lights as well!
This excursion was extraordinary. The owners of the ship, a husband and wife, worked together to make this trip amazing. He captained the yacht and she took care of us and made dinner, which was pretty much the best meal we had in Tromso. It was cloudy and we didn’t get to see the northern lights from the ship this time, but the experience was incredible, the views were amazing and we couldn’t recommend this experience enough.
The cruise was definitely enjoyable. The captain Kennet was warm, friendly, wise and his partner Satchi was also warm and friendly, polite. The boat was warm and cozy and the reindeer soup tasted very good. The hot tub was warm. The other people on board were fun and easy to talk to and the captain created a great atmosphere that encouraged people socializing with each other. Part of why I gave this Three stars instead of higher was that we didn’t see the northern lights at all and I know that is not this tourist fault as it was just a matter of not being available that night. The hot tub had some sort of diesel mechanism that frequently had diesel fumes blowing in our face that smelled bad and did definitely detract from the hot tub experience. Also, I don’t think it was obvious from the description that was sent to me that there was no alcohol available on board and I think that should’ve been emphasized more than it was. But overall still a nice experience.
Beautifully curated and luxurious experience! Big icebreaker yacht and plenty of space and time to relax , eat, enjoy the sky and the hot tub!
What a welcoming and nice experience! It was a rainy, miserable day despite that we enjoyed everything from the warm cozy cabin, the welcome drink, the hot tub in freezing rain and delicious soup. Hostess Sachi and Captain Kenneth were super nice, everything was super well organized and smooth. Seeing the northern lights would have been the cherry on the top but no one can predict nature! Highly recommend!
This is one of the best experiences I’ve ever had. I could never forget what an incredible time I had watching the northern lights from the hot tub. A beautiful ship and the captain was welcoming and charming! Would strongly recommend
My friend and I ended our holiday of Norway with this tour and it was one of the best tours we did. The captain Kenneth was such a character and was so much fun. His excitement for the lights was contagious and he was so passionate about what he does. It was lovely to see. He has so much respect for his boat and also his guests experience and comfort. Sachi was so lovely and really helpful. Unfortunately we didn't get to try the food, we were engrossed in the Northern Lights all evening to go inside for it (completely our own fault :-)). The hot tub was so much fun and such a nice addition. The light-show from the Northern Lights that night was spectacular and one of the best we saw while in Norway. It really added to the experience. However even if they lights never appeared we had such a lovely evening being treated like royalty on absolutely stunning yauht.
This was an excellent experience in Tromso, Norway! The ship itself is a luxury yacht perfectly fitted with all the facilities that you need for a warm and comfortable cruise. The captain and his wife made sure that the groups onboard were introduced to one another and developed an instant rapport which made for a great social experience, especially as a solo traveller. The experience involved cruising in the direction of prospective northern lights - which can never be guaranteed - but on a super cloudy and snowy night we managed to catch some! The hot tub on board is delightful and is facilitated in a way that all groups on board get equal, private time to enjoy the hot tub. There is a shower and changing space to make the experience comfortable and ensure you can get back in your warm clothes afterward. Dinner is served on board, Reindeer Stew, I wasn't hungry so didn't eat but everyone else did and said it was delicious! This is very much worth doing in Tromso for a unique way to see the northern lights!
Very nice yacht, food was delicious and Captain and his wife were amazing. The soup is delicious!! A bit pricey as you stay in the harbor and don’t veture out past the bridge.
It was a warm night as we relaxed and cruised across a moonlit bay with a friendly knowledgeable crew on a beautiful old ship. The inside was surprisingly spacious, warm and luxurious. More like a stateroom than a cabin. Sitting in hot tub cruising across the bay in the rain was a great experience. The northern lights put on a show, but the cloud made it limited, but hey we saw the Northern Lights from a hot tub cruising across a bay in the middle of the night in the arctic. We also met a nice group of people chatted and shared some stories and finished it of with Reindeer stew. we had a great time, who wouldn't?
My friend and I had such a wonderful experience on the yacht. The yacht was warm and very comfortable inside, with a shower available for us to use before and after the hot tub. Hot tub on a yacht is very unique experience - the view of Tromso in the night was lovely. However the best thing was being able to see Aurora in the sky from the yacht! Our captain, Kenneth did his utmost best to ensure we got to see the Northern lights and goodness did we see such a show 😍 after enjoying beautiful dancing lights on the deck, we had a delicious reindeer soup, served by Sachi, a very friendly crew who looked after us 😊 Highly recommend everyone to experience this!
What a great night! The captain was so accommodating and enthusiastic as was his first mate. The boat was beautiful and the reindeer stew was delicious. The hot tub was a treat and the real bonus was actually seeing a very bright display of the Northern Lights!!
A wonderful experience, and the Northern Lights were amazing. The captain and crew were welcoming and friendly, and he seemed even more excited than we were by the lights! The ship is a sailing yacht, very well maintained and neat, and there is plenty of space for everyone. We ate reindeer soup then spent the rest of the evening on deck, the aurora were so impressive we even skipped the hot tub - each couple has exclusive use of this for 45 minutes. Our first night in Tromso and we felt blessed!
This was an absolutely amazing trip and must do. Captain Kemmet was incredible and was very welcoming and interactive with the group. The first deckhand, was also wonderful and made a delicious reindeer stew. Together, they made it an awesome trip. A Tromsø must do, for sure!
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