Svalbard - Winter Activities

Svalbard Winter Activities (October to May)

Northern Lights Evening
During the polar nights on Svalbard the northern lights can be seen 24hrs per day. Head to Camp Barentz away from the artificial light around Longyearbyen. Learn more about the science behind the northern lights as you enjoy a hearty wilderness meal. Fingers crossed for some polar fireworks! 

Price: £87 per adult / £45 per child (8-14yrs).    Duration: 3hrs.
Availability: 15 October to 14 February.     Suitability: Not suitable for those with mobility difficulties.
Equipment: Bring along warm clothing and walking boots.

Hunting the Northern Lights
Explore the Advent Valley by minibus in search of the northern lights. Head away from town and see some of the famous landmarks around Longyearbyen. Includes snacks and warm drinks around a fire.

Price: £61 per adult / £35 per child (8-14yrs).    Duration: 3hrs.
Availability: 15 October to 14 February.    Suitability: Not suitable for those with mobility difficulties.
Equipment: Bring along warm clothing and walking boots.

Northern Lights Snowmobile
An atmospheric snowmobile tour of the Advent Fjord, illuminated hopefully by glittering stars and northern lights. Includes snacks and warm drinks.

Price: £165 per driver / £78 per passenger (min 8yrs).    Duration: 3hrs.
Availability: 27 November to 14 February.     Suitability: Not suitable for those with mobility difficulties.
Info: Snowmobile suit, mittens, boots and helmet included. As a driver you must be in possession of a driving licence for a car or motorbike.

Snow Cat - Northern Lights
You won’t miss the Snow Cat when it arrives to pick you up! Head into the darkness, out of town and along the valley. Wonderful scenery and with luck some northern lights. Includes snacks and warm drinks.

Price: £44 per adult / £22 per child (2-13yrs).    Duration: 2hrs.
Availability: 27 November to 14 February.     Suitability: Suitable for almost everyone.
Info: Most of the tour you will be in the snow cat.

Northern Lights Husky
Sit back and relax or drive in pairs surrounded by the mountains of the Advent Valley. Northern lights could be glimmering over head when you stop for a break and turn off the headlamps. As your surroundings are covered in snow you can easily see long distances. 

Price: £113 per adult / £87 per child (8-12yrs).    Duration: 4hrs.
Availability: 1 November to 10 February.     Suitability: Average fitness required.
Info: Snowmobile suit, mittens, boots and hat included

Dark Silence on Snowshoes
One of the best ways to get up close and personal to nature, and Svalbard is one of the best places to do it! Float on top of virgin snow. The route is weather dependent but options include the Longyearbyen Glacier or Breinose Mountain. 

Price: £75 per adult (min 10yrs).    Duration: 5hrs.
Availability: 1 October  to 15 February.     Suitability: Average fitness required.
Info: Snowshoes, poles, headlamp included. Bring good walking shoes warm clothes and a small rucksack.