![]() ![]() Previously, you would be able to spot whales, but these days there are to be found further north. The water surrounding the island almost looked Caribbean. We sailed to a small picturesque island, Gåsvær, where we got to experience a local church. It is a good way of spotting a great number of our feathered friends. The day started rainy and grey but by the time we hit the water, it was a sunny yet cold day. Dressed in heavy duty thermal wear we got a cruise around the magnificent fjords. Malangen Resort, Skutvik, MeistervikĪnother way to experience the area is by boat. And standing in foot high snow in the darkness watching formations in shades of green, purple, white – wow. You walk through snow and when you are adequately far away from city lights, you have the most incredible sight of aurora borealis. At Malangen, they do a northern lights safari out in the wild. We had prime conditions and got to experience it every night in Norway. While this was not first time at the rodeo – so to speak – when it comes to northern lights, it was definitely the most powerful. They told the story of the Sami heritage, while we had pancakes made over the fire. Afterwards, the Sami family treated us to dinner in their traditional tent, a lavvu. They came running when they knew it was time for us to feed them fresh moss. Petting Rudolph, Pranzer and Dancer just as the sun was setting over Tromsø was out of this world. Fields with hundreds of reindeer were waiting for us. Visiting a Sami family in their camp was a great experience. We just went out for a few hours, but they also offer multiple day trips, which is now top of my list. Enjoying the view of snow covered mountain tops seeing the dogs thoroughly enjoying running through heaps of snow is a sight for sore eyes. If you are not keen on the idea of driving the sled, it is almost just as much fun being the passenger on the sled. The pure excitement of the dogs, barking loudly knowing that they will be heading out for a run through untouched snow. Getting the dogs ready for the ride is an experience in itself. We were fortunate to go out on a perfectly sunny day with clear skies. Dogsledding is insanely good fun and great exercise. Nothing really beats the feeling of driving your own pack of dogs and a sled in new-fallen snow. What to do: Dogsledding at Lyngsfjord Adventure ![]() Most rooms have a view to the fjord and the Tromsø Ice Cathedral. Right in the centre of Tromsø, Scandic Ishavshotel is perfect for a bit of urban exploration, while you still have an easy access going for trip outside the city. And then start the day by walking down to the pier to jump in the cold and refreshing water. Waking up in my bed to that view was incredible. The scenic location by a fjord is incredible and all hotel rooms and bungalows have a view overlooking the serene water. This hotel and resort is not located in central Tromsø, but is located about 45 minutes from the city. Driving my dog sled, riding the waves in the fjords in a rib boat, feeding reindeer moss are among the activities that make Tromsø stand out. These are the highlights from my trip and I could easily have spent more time exploring the fjords and fjelds. ![]() However, it is the nature surrounding the city that really makes you want to travel so far north. The city itself is small, cute and easily explored. They just launched a direct route from Copenhagen to Tromsø making it so much easier getting to the north of Norway. So, when I was invited by SAS to experience Tromsø and Norway north of the polar circle, it was an easy yes. But I have grown so fond of travelling in colder climates and visiting countries like Iceland and Finland. I would travel towards the sun and warmth or what felt like more exotic destinations. When I was younger, I would travel south, east or west. This travel guide to Tromsø in Norway is just what you need to spend a few days in the polar wonderland. Anne Christine Persson, Saturday 9 March 2019 ![]()
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