Gear Sindre Knutsen December 03, 2025 7 Minute
Cold-weather travel is a kit problem more than a temperature problem. If you have the right layers you'll be comfortable at minus 20°C. If you don't, even a mild Arctic night will feel miserable.
4.9 (187 Reviews) Tromsø & Lofoten, Norway
Norwegian Fjords & Aurora Expedition 8 Days 7 Nights
$1850/ Person
Book NowThe three-layer rule
Base layer (merino, not cotton). Mid layer (fleece or down). Outer layer (windproof, waterproof shell). Add or remove layers depending on activity. Walking briskly? You'll overheat in three layers. Standing still chasing the aurora? You'll wish you'd packed four.
Don't forget your hands
The single biggest mistake we see: thin photographer's gloves and no over-mitts. Bring both. You'll thank us at midnight.