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Professional guide association in Northern Norway
Since 1981, Tromsø Guideforening has trained and connected guides across Northern Norway, building shared standards for quality, safety and responsible tourism.
Become A Certifed Guide
Three courses covering the core skills every guide in Northern Norway needs, in person or hybrid.
Arctic guide 1
The foundation course for all guides: quality, safety, social responsibility and environmental respect over 4 days.
– 5 to 9 Oct 2026 –
Whale watching 1
Learn marine ecology, on-board safety and guiding skills directly from whale watching experts.
– 13 to 16 Oct 2026 –
Northern lights 1
Master the science, weather forecasting and driving rules behind guiding northern lights tours.
– 20 to 23 Oct 2026 –
Recommended Courses
In addition to courses organised by Tromsø Guideforening, we also recommend selected courses from external providers that can be valuable for guides working in Northern Norway.
These courses are not organised by TGF, but we believe they provide useful knowledge and skills for professional guiding and working safely in the Arctic.
Arctic Safe Drive
Essential knowledge for safe and responsible driving in Arctic conditions.
– Online –
UteGuiden First Aid
Practical wilderness first aid training for guides and outdoor professionals.
– 2 courses –
Who We Are
Tromsø Guideforening (TGF) represents professional guides in Northern Norway.
Founded in 1981, the association works to raise professional standards, strengthen
local expertise, and support responsible tourism in the Arctic region.
What We Are Building
Tromsø Guideforening is in an early development phase, working to build a strong professional framework for guides in Northern Norway.
Our current focus is on creating a shared foundation for competence, ethics, and cooperation within the guiding community.
Developing Professional Standards
Working to establish shared professional standards for guides, with a strong focus on safety, local knowledge, and responsible guiding practices.
Strong Professional Community
Seminars, networking, shared resources, and continuous professional development.
Responsible Tourism Vision
Promoting a long-term vision for responsible tourism in Troms, based on transparency, cooperation, and respect for local communities and nature.
Become A Member
Membership is the foundation of Tromsø Guideforening. It gives you access to course accreditation, discounted prices on all our training, and a growing network of professional guides across Northern Norway. Members also help shape the standards that define responsible guiding in the region. Membership runs from 250 kr for 2026, or 400 kr covering both 2026 and 2027.
