Northern lights igloo holidays

The best time to see the northern lights is any time from September to early April. During this time, Arctic skies are dark enough for aurora viewing.

You can travel in September or October to see the Arctic in a blaze of autumn colour — or travel from December to March for adventures in the snow.

There are no guarantees. But you have an excellent chance of seeing the aurora borealis on your glass igloo holiday.

Our glass igloos are located in the best northern lights destinations in Europe — places out in the Arctic wilderness with very little light pollution. With a glass roof overhead, you have a front-row seat whenever the aurora appears.

If skies are cloudy at your igloo resort, you can also chase the northern lights on thrilling nighttime excursions. With an expert guide, you’ll travel in search of clear skies and the brightest aurora displays.

A northern lights igloo package includes:

• Accommodation
• Transfers
• All activities
• Half-board or full-board dining

Arctic outerwear is also provided as part of our northern lights packages to Sweden and Finland (where temperatures are particularly cold in winter).

No, flights aren’t included in our aurora borealis igloo holidays. However, our team of travel experts is happy to advise you on the best flights and airlines for your trip.

You can start by taking a look at the flight information we’ve put together here:

• Flying from the UK to see the northern lights
• Flying from the USA to see the northern lights

Our northern lights holidays start from £4,000 per person, including activities but excluding flights. Many of our Arctic igloo resorts offer both glass igloo and (cheaper) hotel room accommodation. You can make your budget go further by combining the two during your stay.

Our hand-picked aurora borealis igloos are located throughout Finnish Lapland — in Rovaniemi, Kilpisjärvi, Levi, Nellim, Apukka, Muotka near Saariselkä and on the shores of Lake Inari. We also offer igloo accommodation in the Swedish wilderness, north of Luleå. All locations are ideal for aurora viewing.

On a northern lights glass igloo holiday, you can go snowmobiling, husky sledding and ice fishing. Visit Santa and his reindeer — or take a peaceful snowshoe excursion through the snowy countryside.

If you’re feeling brave, take a freezing dip in the lake before warming up in the sauna. Or simply relax by the roaring fire at your resort, enjoying tasty cuisine and watching out for the northern lights above.

Lapland glass igloos come in all shapes and sizes. We have igloos that sleep between 2 and 4 people, with luxurious bathrooms, living areas and — in some cases — even a kitchenette.

Roofs are heated, so they’re always clear of snow and ice. And some igloos come with indulgent little extras, like a private sauna, an outdoor fire pit or an indoor log burner.

When you book a northern lights tour package with Aurora Nights, you can count on:

• Tailored trips — our travel experts can create a bespoke northern lights holiday package, suited to your interests, budget and schedule
• Exceptional experiences — the very best accommodation and bespoke activities, with private or small group tours as standard
• Experienced local guides — our guides can show you a lesser-seen side of the Arctic and are skilled at tracking down the northern lights
• A hassle-free holiday — you book your flights, we take care of everything else – so you can focus on the excitement, not the organisation

Wherever you go and whatever your itinerary, the Aurora Nights team promise to make your igloo holiday a trip you’ll remember forever.

Start by browsing the tours above for inspiration. Then contact the Aurora Nights team to start planning your tailor-made trip.

You can send us an email, give us a call or fill in the website form. We’ll chat about dates, accommodation, activities and budget. Then plan the aurora holiday you’ve been dreaming of.

Can’t see an answer to your question here? Our team of travel experts is always happy to help.