The Port of Tromso, Norway
ABOUT
Tromso is situated on the island of Troms and is often referred to as the `Gateway to the Arctic’. It has been inhabited since the end of the Ice Age and relics found date back up to 10,000 years. It used to be the headquarters of seal and walrus hunters and the starting point for several Arctic expeditions. Today it centres on other industries including tourism and is the home of the most northernmost University in the world.
Population in 2023 was listed as just under 78,000.
Currency is the Krone.
THINGS TO DO
There are lots of things to do in and around Tromso and it is well worth looking at organised trips to get the most out of your visit.
Indeed you may be spoilt for choice – how about taking a ride on a husky sled, or try driving one yourself; reindeer sledding; take a trip on a snow mobile; a variety of boat tours looking at the scenery and perhaps spotting a whale or two; of course there are various opportunities to find those illusive Northern Lights.
Norway is largely a cashless society nowadays so cards are pretty much essential. Oh, and nothing is particularly cheap!
OUR FAVOURITE THINGS TO DO
Taking stock of the scenery surrounding us was one of our favourite activities. The photographs cannot quite capture the beauty surrounding us.
Whilst trugging through deep snow isn’t perhaps my favourite thing to do, it led us to the Huskys and our dog sledding trip. We both enjoyed this tour but for me, it was probably the best trip I have EVER taken. We were given information about the dogs, their breeding and training then allowed to roam within their kennels to make their acquaintance (they love to have a fuss). The sled trip itself was amazing, the scenery stunning, the atmosphere pure serenity. It has to be done to be believed – and yes we shall go back. To get a flavour of what we mean why not take a look at the video below.
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