Hurtigruten, the expert in Norwegian coastal voyages, is celebrating the 10th anniversary of its Northern Lights Promise with what’s expected to be one of the best seasons ever for catching the magical Aurora Borealis.
As the Northern Lights season starts this September, the timing couldn’t be better. The Sun is heading towards solar maximum, a rare event that only happens every 11 years, creating the perfect conditions for stunning auroral displays. This means travellers have an even higher chance of ticking the Northern Lights off their bucket list this winter.
In a recent global survey by Skyhook, the Northern Lights were ranked the number one bucket-list experience, beating out other dream destinations like Machu Picchu and the Galapagos Islands. Gen Z, in particular, is keen to see the Northern Lights, with 60% placing it at the top of their must-see list.
Hurtigruten’s voyages pass through some of the best spots for aurora viewing in Northern Norway, including Nordland, Troms, and Finnmark. To make the experience even more unique, they’ve introduced astronomy-led trips, hosted by experts like Tom Kerss, Hurtigruten’s Chief Aurora Chaser. These cruises offer guests fascinating talks, workshops, and a deeper look into the science behind the Northern Lights.
Thanks to their unique Northern Lights Promise, Hurtigruten guarantees sightings – and this year, they’ve extended the promise to start even earlier, in mid-September. With 266 itineraries on offer this winter and nine featuring astronomers onboard, this is the perfect time to plan an aurora-filled adventure.
As solar activity peaks, there’s no better way to experience the awe-inspiring Northern Lights than with Hurtigruten – and you might even catch a few extra magical moments along the way.
For more information and to book Hurtigruten Northern Lights voyages, please visit hurtigruten.com
Tanya co-founded Holidays for Couples with her mother Rhonda in 1996. For more than 25 years, the magazine defined romance travel in Australia before Tanya reimagined it as a digital platform with a strong SEO and social media presence. Tanya has lived in Canada, Japan, Abu Dhabi, Macao and now Saudi Arabia. When not in the office working on Holidays for Couples magazine, she is either planning her next trip or already boarding the plane.
