Set out on an unforgettable 8-day Northern Lights Photography Adventure through the breathtaking Lofoten Islands, where Norway’s wilderness reveals its most dramatic and inspiring landscapes. This journey is crafted for photographers, nature enthusiasts, and adventurers eager to capture the raw beauty of the aurora borealis. Your adventure begins in the picturesque village of Leknes. From there, travel through jagged peaks, windswept beaches, and colorful fishing villages that cling to the edges of fjords. Along the way, learn how to photograph these stunning settings with expert guidance to help sharpen your technical skills and artistic vision. As darkness falls, chase the Northern Lights from remote, light-free locations. Each day offers a mix of scenic drives, easy hikes to epic viewpoints, and opportunities to photograph night skies.
Highlights
Develop new photography skills in the field with an expert photographer
Explore the glacier landscape and Northern Lights in the Lofoten Islands
Capture remote landscapes, jagged peaks, and icy fjords
Stay in a cozy Norwegian rorbuer and wander through Norway's scenic regions
Moderately active but not overly strenuous. This level includes activities like casual cycling, yoga, or excursions/activities that typically last 3-5 hours total each day.
Welcome to the Lofoten Islands! Upon arrival at Evenes Airport, gather as a group and drive to Leknes in a group transfer. Along the way, enjoy the stunning Norwegian landscapes. Make a stop for dinner at a local restaurant to savor authentic Norwegian cuisine while getting to know each other better. Afterward, settle into your accommodation for the next three days and prepare for an exciting week ahead!
Every photo session is optional. If you prefer a relaxed approach, you are welcome to do so. With the late sunrise, it rarely gets up before 7 AM. Each day’s schedule and activities are discussed and flexibly adapted to suit the group’s energy, interests, and creative goals.
After a restful night in your wonderful accommodation, dress warmly for sunrise and photograph the Lofoten scenery in the first warm light of the day. In the far north, sunrises and sunsets last much longer, giving you plenty of time to experiment with different compositions. Depending on the group's preference, take your breakfast either before or after the photo session. Around noon, head to a photo spot for the sunset, using the time until the blue hour.
As night falls, savor a hearty meal at a local Norwegian restaurant. If the sky is clear, get ready and prepare for your first chance to photograph the Northern Lights.
Hiking Level: Easy—No technical challenges, walking and forest paths Elevation Gain: 200 meters / 656 feet Elevation Loss: 200 meters / 656 feet Hiking Time: Up to 2 hours Pack Weight: Daytime photo pack with your gear
Day 3: A Day of Discovery, Editing, and Chasing Northern Lights
After breakfast, set out to explore yet another stunning photo location near Leknes, just one of many awe-inspiring spots in the area. The morning is also a perfect time to review recent shots and choose a favorite to bring into the digital darkroom for editing. The guide meets each traveler where they are, tailoring the upcoming days to match their interests, pace, and creative goals.
By midday, the group heads out for location scouting, seeking fresh angles and hidden gems. As early afternoon fades, set up once more for sunset, following a rhythm similar to the previous day. Today also brings a new highlight: a first photo editing seminar to refine your craft. And if the skies cooperate, the late evening holds the thrilling possibility of chasing the Northern Lights.
Hiking Level: Easy—No technical challenges, walking and forest paths Elevation Gain: 200 meters / 656 feet Elevation Loss: 200 meters / 656 feet Hiking Time: Up to 2 hours Pack Weight: Daytime photo pack with your gear
Day 4: Leknes to Reine with Scenic Stops and Sunset Shots
After a leisurely breakfast, visit another stunning photo spot near Leknes before packing up for a short scenic drive of just about an hour. The destination will be the picturesque village of Reine, where you will settle into the next accommodation. Along the way, there are stops at handpicked photo locations, and after a relaxing lunch break, it’s back behind the lens for another unforgettable sunset session.
Hiking Level: Easy—No technical challenges, walking and forest paths Elevation Gain: 200 meters / 656 feet Elevation Loss: 200 meters / 656 feet Hiking Time: Up to 2 hours Pack Weight: Daytime photo pack with your gear
Day 5: Editing, Exploring, and Chasing Light in Reine
Enjoy the new scenery around Reine and visit one of the most famous photo spots in the Lofoten, a must-see on any Lofoten trip. In the morning, you will have another photo editing seminar, selecting one of the previous day's shots, before heading out for the sunset again. There are many stunning locations to photograph, and there's a good chance of seeing the Northern Lights at night.
Hiking Level: Easy—No technical challenges, walking and forest paths Elevation Gain: 200 meters / 656 feet Elevation Loss: 200 meters / 656 feet Hiking Time: Up to 2 hours Pack Weight: Daytime photo pack with your gear
Day 6: Day of Editing and Exploring Lofoten’s Wild Beauty
The morning offers a chance to rest and recharge, followed by another engaging photo editing seminar. As for hiking, plans remain flexible—Lofoten’s dramatic, rugged terrain can be challenging in deep snow, and conditions vary daily. Hiking plans for the week will be determined individually, considering weather, safety, and group preferences.
Hiking Level: Easy—No technical challenges, walking and forest paths Elevation Gain: 200 meters / 656 feet Elevation Loss: 200 meters / 656 feet Hiking Time: Up to 2 hours Pack Weight: Daytime photo pack with your gear
Today marks the final photo day, following a familiar rhythm, but by now, everyone has grown in skill and vision. The day offers space for individual requests, questions, or that one last shot you’ve been chasing.
As evening falls, celebrate the week’s adventures, sharing stories, laughs, and reflections. End your journey beneath a sky dancing with the Northern Lights, capturing the magic one last time before midnight.
Hiking Level: Easy—No technical challenges, walking and forest paths Elevation Gain: 200 meters / 656 feet Elevation Loss: 200 meters / 656 feet Hiking Time: Up to 2 hours Pack Weight: Daytime photo pack with your gear
Day 8: Evenes | Return Home
1 Breakfast
Today, leave early and head back to Evenes/Harstad Airport for your onward journey. You have plenty of time to arrive at the airport and check in. Please do not book flights before 10:30 AM, as you need about 5 hours for the return journey.
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The accommodation options may change based on hotel or cabin availability. Please contact your Trip Planner for the latest pricing and accommodation details.
Initial deposit is $500 per person, and most travelers will call our office and pay the deposit with a credit card.
Final payment is due 70 days (10 weeks) prior to departure by bank transfer, check, or credit card. All final payments by credit card may be subject to a surcharge and a maximum of a $20,000 charge
Beyond expectations! Then again we weren't sure what to expect. Lovely stay at the lodge, met other like-minded travelers (many had their trips planned by Adventure Life) and the owner was a gracious hostess. It felt like you were one happy family, visiting with a favorite aunt.
