Northern Lights Photography Tour in Levi: Hunt Aurora with a Pro

Chase the Aurora across the Arctic night with a photographer who knows where to find it.

A Northern Lights photography tour in Levi where you hunt Aurora across 2–3 locations chosen in real time by weather and opportunity, guided by a professional photographer who helps you prepare your camera and capture the lights. Small groups of 2–8 travel in a warm minivan with hot drinks and snacks. Hotel pickup is included outside central Levi. The tour runs 4 to 6 hours each evening.

Step-by-step itinerary

Northern Lights hunting and photography

• Meet for tour briefing
• Receive weather and Aurora forecast
• Travel to 2-3 chosen locations
• Photograph Northern Lights with guide

The experience

Levi's Aurora Hunters start each night with a real-time briefing on weather conditions and Aurora forecasts before deciding which direction to chase. If clear skies and strong activity lie 100 km away, the team drives there. The point is to follow the lights, not stick to a fixed route. You travel in a premium minivan with a small group, never more than eight people, which keeps the locations quiet and the photographic settings uncluttered. A professional photographer rides with you and helps you set up your camera before the sky begins to glow, so you're ready when the Aurora appears.

The night unfolds across 2–3 different sites, each one chosen on the spot according to what the Arctic sky is doing. Between locations you warm up with hot drinks and snacks. The guide carries headlamps and BBQ gear, so there's light and warmth while you wait. At the end of the tour, you receive a collection of edited photos: images the guide captured of you under the Northern Lights, processed and ready to take home.

Hotel pickup and drop-off are included for locations outside central Levi, so the logistics of getting to the starting point are handled. Children from age 8 are welcome, and the activity suits all fitness levels. You spend most of the night in the van or standing still with a camera, not hiking or climbing.

What’s included

• Hotel pickup and drop-off outside central Levi.
• minivan transportation to 2–3 Aurora hunting locations.
• professional photographer guide in English.
• help setting up your camera for Northern Lights photography.
• hot drinks and snacks during the night.
• headlamps and BBQ gear.
• collection of edited photos of you under the Aurora.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 20:00

Book up to1h before

AgesAdult (13 and older) · Child (8 to 12 years) · Under 8: can't be booked

GroupUp to 8

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup is optional; you can also go straight to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.You can choose from 12 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 7 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortPets welcomePublic transport nearby

Operated by Beyond Arctic

Is this one for you?Book this tour if you want to photograph the Northern Lights with a guide who knows the Arctic sky and will chase the clearest conditions across multiple locations in a single night. The small group size and real-time route changes mean you're always moving toward the best Aurora activity and the quietest viewing spots, not following a preset itinerary.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (8 to 12 years). Children under 8 can't be included in the booking.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What happens if the Northern Lights don't appear on the night I book?

The tour runs regardless of Aurora activity. The guide's job is to position you in the clearest possible sky and chase the best forecasts across multiple locations, but the lights themselves depend on solar activity and weather. The operator does not offer refunds or rescheduling based on Aurora visibility.

Do I need my own camera, or can I use my phone?

You can bring your own camera or phone. The professional photographer guide helps you set up whatever equipment you have for Northern Lights photography, including adjusting settings and positioning. If you don't have a camera, the guide captures images of you under the lights and provides those edited photos at the end of the tour.

How warm is the minivan, and what should I wear?

The minivan is heated and described as comfortable. You'll spend hours in the Arctic night waiting for the Aurora, so warm layers, a heavy winter coat, insulated boots, a hat and gloves are essential. The operator provides hot drinks and snacks to warm you from inside, but your own clothing is your main defense against the cold.

What time does the tour start, and how late does it run?

The tour runs for 4 to 6 hours in the evening, beginning after dark. The exact start time depends on sunset and Aurora forecasts, which shift with the season. Hotel pickup occurs outside central Levi before the briefing, so confirm your pickup time when you book.

How many people will be in my group?

Groups are kept small, with a minimum of 2 people and a maximum of 8 per booking. Smaller groups mean quieter locations, less light pollution from other tourists, and better photographic conditions.