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The Perfect 10-Day Japan Itinerary
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Wonders · Arctic Circle
Northern Lights
Aurora borealis at its most active — Yellowknife, the Yukon, Iceland, Tromsø and Finnish Lapland.
Best time to go
September – March
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Top northern lights experiences
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Northern Lights — expert guides
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Wildlife
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Northern Lights — travel questions
Real answers to the questions travellers ask most.
Where is the best place to see the Northern Lights?+
Yellowknife (Canada), Tromsø (Norway), Reykjavík (Iceland), and Rovaniemi (Finland) are the most reliable destinations.
How many nights do I need?+
Plan at least 3–4 nights to give yourself several viewing chances — cloud cover and solar activity vary.
Do I need a professional camera?+
A modern smartphone in night mode captures the aurora surprisingly well — but a tripod is essential.