Northern Lights
BookingLevel of Complexity: 1
Easy; suitable for all skill and fitness levels
Number of Guests:
Min. 2
Max. 8
Price:
Adult: NOK 1,200 per person
Child: NOK 1,000 per person
Season
Start: Oct 15
End: Mar 10
Duration:
3 hours
9:00 PM – 12:00 AM
Enjoy the view.
Join us on an unforgettable Northern Lights tour, designed to increase your chances of witnessing one of nature’s most magical phenomena. We’ll drive away from the city lights of Longyearbyen to the best viewing spots, where you can gaze up at the Arctic night sky. While the appearance of the auroras can’t be guaranteed, this tour combines a scenic sightseeing experience with the thrill of chasing the Northern Lights.
Extra trip during the period: October 25 – February 25
Time: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
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What is the northern lights tour?
A three-hour guided evening tour from Longyearbyen to dark-sky viewing spots away from the town lights, during the season when the aurora is visible.
What you learn along the way
Your guide explains how the aurora forms, what gives it its colours, and what conditions make a good night for seeing it.
By car or by snowmobile?
This is the calmer option — a three-hour drive to good viewpoints. If you would rather have an active evening, our northern lights snowmobile tour is a six-hour ride through Adventdalen.
How demanding is it?
Rated easy, suitable for all skill and fitness levels. Dress warmly — you will be standing still outside while you watch.
Frequently asked questions
What is the northern lights tour?
A three-hour guided evening tour from Longyearbyen to dark-sky viewing spots away from the town lights, during the season when the aurora is visible.
How long does the tour last?
The tour lasts 3 hours.
What does the tour cost?
NOK 1,200 per adult and NOK 1,000 per child.
When can I go?
The season runs from 15 October to 10 March.
How large is the group?
Groups run from 2 to 8 people.
Will I definitely see the northern lights?
The aurora can never be guaranteed. We go out during the season when the chances are best, and the guide picks the viewing spots by the conditions on the night.
Tour Details
During the tour, your guide will share fascinating insights about the auroras, including how they form, what causes their vibrant colours, and why Svalbard is a prime location to see them. Even if the auroras don’t make an appearance, you’ll enjoy the beauty of the Arctic landscape and learn about the region’s unique environment—all while staying warm with hot drinks and sweets.
Please remember to bring warm clothes and a windproof jacket to stay comfortable in the cold Arctic night. Join us for a memorable evening of adventure and wonder under the stars!
What’s Included:
- Pick-up from your hotel at 6:00 PM | Return by 9:00 PM
- Professional Guide
- Insurance
What to bring:
- Camera/phone
- Warm layers
- Windproof outer layer
