If you've been looking at holidays based around the Aurora Borealis then the chances are you've already worked out the best time and place to see the northern lights. This article takes a look at a few of the areas you might not have considered, giving you some tips to make the experience as good as possible.
Plan other activities
Yes we know you're there to see the Northern lights but like many other things in life there's no guarantees. The best approach to this is to book other trips around seeing the lights, to keep you entertained if the worst happens and the lights are a no show. The Arctic Circle offers up a number of great activities, including reindeer and dog sledding, snow mobile rides and snow shoe treks, something for everyone. Many of the activities also allow you to see the Northern Lights at the same time, so you get the best of both worlds!
Be prepared for late nights
It might be an obvious one but you'd be surprised how many people don't factor it in, the best time to see the Northern Lights is at night when it is dark. If you're a family with young children then you might struggle to stay up late enough to see them, that or you'll need to arrange childcare. This does vary throughout the year however, with the longer nights in the winter meaning you're able to see the lights earlier.
Get an experienced guide
Finding a good guide, either locally or through the tour company you're using, is the next top tip. Guides will know the local area and have kept an eye on the weather, boosting your chances of seeing the lights significantly and adding an extra layer of local knowledge. For those travelling in the winter, guides also make travelling in snowy conditions much safer by pointing out possible dangers, so for a family they're a must.
Consider the temperature
Our final tip is another one that's often overlooked, pack plenty of warm clothing. Staying in the Arctic Circle means cold nights, an average of -4°C in January, so you'll want to wrap up. It's also worth dressing appropriately depending on the level of activity; if you're out on a trek to see the lights then you want to concentrate on having many layers, if you're standing around waiting, you'll want a thick fleecy type material.
This article was written by Thom Sanders on behalf of Visit Northern Lights. They're able to answer the questions: when's the best time to see northern lights and where's the best place to see northern lights?
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