Northern Lights Holiday Packages
More than half the population has named a Northern Lights holiday as part of their bucket list. This natural phenomenon, known as the Aurora Borealis, is the famous colourful lights that can be seen across the Arctic night sky. However, seeing the Northern Lights isn’t guaranteed as their appearance differs by location and season. While the Northern Lights appear in the Arctic – places which are located remotely, far up in the North feature much lower light pollution which makes for a greater display of the Aurora. The Northern Lights season starts in September and ends by the end of March.
Our Arctic experts have created a selection of amazing luxury northern lights holiday Packages for 2025 & 2026 which enhance your chances of seeing the Northern Lights greatly. Whether this means sleeping in a Glass Igloo which allows you to spectate the northern skies from the warmth and comfort of your bed – or spending a night in an Ice Hotel which features an Aurora alarm. Our team has carefully selected various unique accommodation types to give you the most opportunities to see the Aurora Borealis.
What our customers say
We booked to go to the ice hotel for 4 nights. It was the most fabulous holiday, a truly magical experience. A husky sled ride and snowmobile tour are a must to experience the Swedish fika. The travel arrangements were well organised and all questions answered. If we were to go again we would definitely book an art suite. The cost of food at the restaurant is expensive, however the ice bar is great!
Northern Lights Holiday Packages
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Northern Lights Holidays
While it starts at finding the ideal accommodation – this is certainly not where it ends. Our Northern Lights holiday packages come with a selection of activities which can bring you one step closer to ticking the Northern Lights of your bucket list. These can range from a visit to the Aurora Camp to Aurora Snowshoeing. All excursions are led by local experts which know the best spots in the area to spectate the colourful display of lights.
Whether you are looking to see the Northern Lights in Finland, Iceland, Sweden or Norway – Team Arctic Direct knows the best spots. Whether you are hoping to just see the Northern Lights or you wish to combine your adventure with another Arctic experience such as whale watching in Norway or visiting Svalbard the Land of Polar Bears – we can design the perfect Northern Light Holiday Package for you.
Maximise your chances with a luxury Northern Lights Holiday from the experts. For a once in a lifetime trip contact us and take advantage of our knowledge and experience to ensure you the package that is right for you.
Were you also aware that a counterpart to the Northern Lights, known as the Aurora borealis, exists in the southern hemisphere? Referred to as the Southern Lights or Aurora australis, these captivating displays illuminate the skies in the southern hemisphere, mirroring the phenomenon seen in the northern hemisphere.
Expert corner:
Charlotte: “Lapland guesthouse is just spectacular. The friendliest and most knowledgeable host, a hot tub to soak in whilst waiting for the aurora to make a show and quality home cooked meals with local ingredients. Not to mention a beautiful little bar packed with Swedish whisky!
Hannah: “I have visited the Ice Hotel various times and the display of Northern Lights I was able to witness was absolutely gorgeous! Staying in an Ice Room is a unique experience that should make an addition to everyone’s bucket list.”
Lou: “I have been to Kakslauttanen twice now. The Kakslauttanen Arctic Resort has stolen my heart away. There is nothing quite like looking at the Northern Lights from the warmth of their beautiful traditional igloos.”
Steve: “I highly recommend spending your Northern Lights Holiday at the Nellim Wilderness Hotel. The cozy Aurora Bubbles give you an amazing view of the Arctic skies – and Nellim’s packages are filled with an abundance of thrilling activities.”
Frequently Asked Questions
Northern Lights Holidays
Between September and April the Northern Lights can be seen somewhere in the world, and almost every night. It can be faint, it can be brief, but it is there somewhere! If you want to see them, the best chances are by going somewhere that gets them frequently and where you are least likely to have your view impeded by light pollution and cloud cover
Absolutely! Often they can look “better” or “brighter” with a camera. Particularly when it is a faint display or if your eyes aren’t fully adjusted to the dark but you can ABSOLUTELY, 100% see them with the bare eye!
Between September and April the Northern Lights can be seen somewhere in the world, and almost every night. It can be faint, it can be brief, but it is there somewhere! If you want to see them, the best chances are by going somewhere that gets them frequently and where you are least likely to have your view impeded by light pollution and cloud cover
Absolutely! Often they can look “better” or “brighter” with a camera. Particularly when it is a faint display or if your eyes aren’t fully adjusted to the dark but you can ABSOLUTELY, 100% see them with the bare eye!
The biggest thing that will stop you, is not being in the right place at the right time! We’re happy to help you get over those hurdles! If you come to us with no preconceptions of where or when you want to go, we can create a package that would give you a 90% chance of seeing them.
It can be seconds, it can be hours! That’s part of the excitement of the chase!
Sometimes! Depending on the flight times you can absolutely see the Northern Lights out of the window of an airplane!
As a rule, like we say above, between September and April the Northern Lights will be seen somewhere around the Arctic circle every night. Even if really briefly and very faint. At our top resorts generally they will be there at some time in the evening roughly 2 out of 3 nights during the peak times, you just need a clear sky, no light pollution and to be looking up at the right time!
Have our Northern Lights FAQs helped? If we haven’t answered your question then please get in touch with the Arctic Direct team at 01793 939 035 or email us!
