Arctic Respect: People First

Arctic Norway is more than dramatic landscapes and bucket-list experiences.

It is our home.

How to be a respectful traveller

Respecting privacy, listening to local advice, and showing consideration for others helps create better experiences for everyone.

But being a respectful traveller means more than following rules. It means approaching places with curiosity, kindness, patience, and understanding.

Here is a list of advices on how to make the experience better for everyone:

1. Respect the Privacy and Way of Life of Locals

In many Arctic communities, nature and daily life are closely connected, and it’s not always intuitive to know what is public and what is private. Do some research. Respect private property, local routines, and everyday life of the people living here.

Avoid entering private property or gardens
Use designated public facilities and parking areas
Ask before photographing people or private homes
Respect signs, fences, and local guidance

2. Respect Staff Members

Hospitality in the Arctic is often personal. Local staff and guides are not only service providers – they are hosts, knowledge sharers, and ambassadors for Arctic Norway.

Treat staff with patience and kindness
Respect local rhythms and practical limitations
Appreciate local knowledge and experience
Stay open, curious, and grateful

The Arctic behaves differently. Local advice about weather, driving, wildlife, mountains, and safety should always be taken seriously.

Listen to guides and locals
Follow local recommendations and restrictions
Understand that conditions can change rapidly
Let local knowledge guide your decisions

4. Respect Fellow Travellers

The Arctic nature is often experienced through silence, space, and shared moments in nature. Small acts of consideration help preserve those experiences for others too.

Give others space in nature and viewpoints
Keep noise levels low in shared spaces
Respect different cultures and travel styles
Help create a positive atmosphere for everyone

ARCTIC RESPECT

The Arctic is home to people, communities, and cultures shaped by life close to nature.

Respecting privacy, local traditions, shared spaces, and fellow travellers helps create better experiences for everyone, and opens the door to a deeper understanding of life in the Arctic.