This 2-day training is designed to give you a foundation in what every guide in Northern Norway should know — from local culture and history to nature, fjords, and professional guiding skills.
NOTE: This training is a pilot program.

• Dates: 11–12 May 2026
• Time: 10:00 – 17:00 (both days)
• Location: Arctic University Museum of Norway

Price

• 500 NOK (for non-members – includes membership)
• 250 NOK (for existing members)

What will you learn?

This training combines essential knowledge with practical guiding skills:

• Professional guiding tools and techniques
• Communication and storytelling in guiding
• Introduction to Sámi culture and respectful interpretation
• Accessibility and inclusive guiding
• Understanding Tromsø, its history and identity
• Fjords, landscapes, and local geology
• Social impact and responsible tourism
• How to design and lead engaging city walks
• Real-life guiding scenarios and group management

Why join this training?

Guiding is more than just sharing information — it’s about creating meaningful experiences.

This course will help you to:

• Build confidence when speaking in front of groups
• Understand your role as a guide in a sensitive Arctic environment
• Gain a solid knowledge base about Tromsø and its surroundings
• Learn how to handle real situations with guests

Who is this for?

• Experienced guides who want to refresh or expand their knowledge and skills
• New guides who start guiding in Tromsø
• Seasonal workers in tourism, who want to know more about Tromsø
• Anyone interested in working as a guide in Tromsø

(The application form includes payment details.)

Recommended Extension:
Museum Guide Course at UiT

We highly recommend continuing your learning with this special course at UiT The Arctic University of Norway, taking place right after our Summer Guide Training.

Practical Information

• Date: 12 and 13May 2026
• Time: 16:30 – 21:00 (right after our course ends)
• Location: The Arctic University Museum of Norway, Tromsø

• Online Courses Information Meeting
  When: Friday 25th September10:00 AM Where: ONLINE (Link bellow) Online Information Meeting – TGF Guide Courses Considering joining one of Tromsø Guideforening’s guide courses? Join our short online information meeting to learn everything you need to know before signing up. During the meeting, we will introduce the TGF education programme and the courses offered in 2026, including Arctic Guide 1, Whale Watching 1 and Northern Lights 1. We will explain what each course covers, who the courses are intended for, how the training is organised, and what you can expect from the programme. There will also be an opportunity to ask questions and clarify anything you are unsure about before registering. The courses are part of TGF’s effort to establish a shared foundation for professional guiding in the Tromsø region, focusing on competence, safety, responsibility and cooperation. Join us online and get all the important information before you choose your course!    EVENT LINK

Price: 500 NOK