Frequently asked questions

It is possible to see a great show of aurora from mid-September till the beginning of April. During spring and summer the horizon will be to bright due to the sun's elevation.

It is unfortunately impossible to predict the aurora conditions long time in advanced. At best, it is possible to get an idea a few days in advanced.

There are a few things that is for certain:

• It is possible to see the aurora in the period September - April
• Lyngen North is located in the center of the aurora belt which making it a high chance for success
• You will be able to see the aurora from inside our glass igloos
• The weather can change quickly for better or worse
• The months with the least daylight is December and January.

Check in is at 3pm

Check out latest 11am/1100

If you are staying overnight in a glass igloo or Lyngenfjord House, you don't need to reserve a table in advanced.

The three-course dinner is included in the igloo rate. When booking the Lyngenfjord House you will have the option to select if you want dinner service during your stay.

Unless you booked "accommodation only" when reserving a Lyngenfjord House, you don't need to book a table in advanced.

The tap water is perfectly fine to drink in most of Northern Norway. It has a crisp fresh taste and has very little chemicals added.

At Lyngen North you will find a outdoor barrel sauna and a hot tub.

Hot tub: 200,- NOK per person for two hours

Sauna: 200,- NOK per person for two hours

Both igloos have the same room amenities and glass ceiling for viewing the aurora. The only difference is the shape and glass facade.

You will have a slightly better view of the night sky in the 360º igloos and a slightly better view of the landscape in the 180º igloos.

Based on our customers feedback the 360º igloos are more adventurous while the 180º igloos are more comfortable.

Check in is at 3pm

Check out latest 11am/1100

Both igloo types have the same room facilities:

• Electrical adjustable double bed
  • Bedlinen and extra pillows
  • Window blinds
• Heating
  • Floor heating
  • Heat pump
• Private bathroom with shower and WC
  • Towels
  • Shampoo and shower gel
• Seating area with table
  • Fridge
  • Kettle
  • Coffee and tea
  • Cups and wine glasses
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No, it is not possible to cook your own food in the glass igloos.

You will find a small fridge for storing drinks and snacks.

The igloos stay warm and comfortable even on the coldest of winter nights.

You can set the temperature you'd like on the heat pump.

The first row igloos are located right by the water while the second row igloos sits a little higher in the terrain behind the first row.

You will experience the same great view as the first row igloos. The window blinds can be adjusted to block others from seeing in, while still being able to see the beautiful landscape around.

Breakfast is available from 8.30am to 10.30am.

If you need to leave earlier, we will arrange for a breakfast pack you may store in the fridge of your igloo and enjoy in your room.

Guests staying over night at Lyngen North does not need to book a table for the evening dinner.

If you have not booked acoommodation at Lyngen North, but still would like to visit our restaurant you can make a table reservation here .

Our normal menu is not based on vegan or vegeterian produces.

We are however happy to arrange for a tasty vegan or vegeterian menu for you, if you let us know before arrival. You can use the "notes/comments" field when making your booking or send us a short message referencing your booking and dietery needs on our contact page .

Below are two examples of a three course menu you might expect during your stay.

Menu example 1:

Starter: Reindeertartar served with lingonberry cream cheese, pickled onioon and thymefoam.

Main course: Fried cod served with herb hollandaise, smoked potatoe and baked root vegetables.

Dessert: Chocolate genache served with chrispy honney and salt caramell

Menu example 2:

Starter: Slow cooked salmon served with cauliflower purè, brown butter and leek.

Main course: Entrecôte sous vide served with caramellised leek puré, beef glace, mushrooms and rösti potatoes.

Dessert: Vanilla cream served with red berry coulis, aple, meringue and herbs.

Starter: Cauliflower soup served with herb oil, fried capers and caramelised cauliflower

Main course: Baked celery served with soya pearls, onion, rösti potatoes and carrot purè

Dessert: Poached rhubarb served with rhubarb chips and red berry sorbet

The breakfast is served buffet style.

In addition to the buffet, we will cook egg & bacon, omelet, scrambled eggs when you arrive in the morning.

The buffet consists of, among others:

• Food
  • Bread & butter
  • Various jams (some of which are homemade)
  • Various types of salami
  • Ham
  • Fruite
  • Various cheeses
  • Smoked salmon
  • Cinamon bunns, waffles or similar.
• Drinks
  • Coffee
  • Tea
  • Orange juice
  • Apple juice
  • Milk
  • Water

Thermal suits and winter boots will be provided for all outdoor activities.

We recommend bringing your own:

• Warm headwear
• Mittens
• Wool undergarments

You are free to book your own activities.

Please be aware, however, that we do not provide transport to activities that has not been booked through Lyngen North.

The public transport is very limited, so it is highly recommended to travel by rental car, if you wish to book your own activity program.

You will find various other activities in the region on the Visit Lyngenfjord website .

The Arctic Route will depart from Tromsø Havn Prostneset 9am every morning at 9am/0900 in the period December through March. Look for a red buss which has The Arctic Route printed on it's side.

The exact location of the departure point is here.

The Arctic Route will bring you all the way to the doorstep at Lyngen North and is the most convenient way of traveling here during the high season.

Once you have booked your accommodation you can just send us a short message letting us know which bus you are taking from Tromsø city center. We will then arrange for your pickup upon arrival.

Use the email form on our contact page .