Northern Lights Holidays in Svalbard
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A wildly remote and demanding climate, Svalbard is one of the most untouched destinations in the world, at a latitude of 78 degrees north. Home to just 2500 residents, this Arctic kingdom ruled by polar bears is a wilderness like no other, where vast open skies are illuminated by aurora displays during the polar night. Explore crystalline fjords, mountain trails and hulking glaciers whilst hunting for Mother Nature's light show.
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Dog Sledding Under The Northern Lights | By Green Dog | Hurtigruten Svalbard
Oslo Opera House | By Didrick Stenersen | Visit Oslo
Day 1 | Arrive in Norway
Vigeland Sculpures With Frost | By Fredrik Ahlsen | Visit Norway
Day 2 | Oslo Sightseeing
Oslo in winter | By Fredrik Ahlsen | Visit Norway
Day 3 | Oslo Sightseeing
Day 4 | Arrive in Longyearbyen
Day 5 | Dog Sledding & Snow Cat Aurora Hunt
Day 6 | Ice Cave Hike & Longyearbyen
Day 7 | Snowmobile Safari & Wilderness Dining
Billefjorden on winter day | Anja Nordvålen | Visit Norway
Day 8 | Departure Day
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Oslo & Svalbard Polar Night Adventure
Combine the highlights of Oslo with Spitsbergen, the largest island of Norway's Svalbard archipelago. Embark on adventures under the northern lights during this incredible polar night period. -
View over Tromsø | Photo by Dimitris Kiriakakis for Unsplash
Day 1 | Arrive in Arctic Norway
Day 2 | Silent Whale Watching
Day 3 | Northern Lights Dinner Cruise
Day 4 | Arrive in Svalbard
Day 5 | Dog Sledding & Snow Cat Aurora Hunt
Day 6 | Ice Cave Hike & Longyearbyen
Day 7 | Snowmobile Safari & Wilderness Dining
Winter view over Tromsø | Photo by Daniel Vogel for Unsplash
Day 8 | Departure Day
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Tromsø & Svalbard Polar Night Adventure
Combine the highlights of Tromsø with Spitsbergen, the largest island of Norway's Svalbard archipelago. Embark on adventures under the northern lights during this incredible polar night period. -
Day 1 | Arrive in Alta
Dog sledding in the Lyngen Alps | Photo by Lyngen Adventure
Day 2 | Arctic Dog-Sledding
Day 3 | Into The Wild - Domes & Snowshoes
Day 4 | Fat-Bike Forest Trails
Day 5 | Journey To Svalbard - The High Arctic
Day 6 | Epic Snowmobile Expedition to Isfjord Radio
A polar bear in Svalbard | Photo by Roy Mangersnes for www.nordnorge.com
Day 7 | Snowmobile Exploration of the High Arctic
Day 8 | Snowmobile Return to Longyearbyen
Day 9 | Homeward Bound
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Icebound Odyssey | Alta & Svalbard Expedition
Embark on a thrilling Arctic journey from Alta to Svalbard. Snowmobile across frozen fjords, and steer your team of huskies beneath shimmering lights in remote Arctic landscapes few ever reach.
Northern Lights Holidays in Svalbard
The world's northernmost settlement
One of the world's smallest capitals, Longyearbyen is located on Spitsbergen, a large island in the Svalbard archipelago. Yet, this miniature metropolis is bursting with a bounty of unique experiences. From the Coal Mine Museum, the world's northernmost Brewery and Chocolatier to the Global Seed Vault, this gateway to the Arctic must be seen to be believed. It is also the starting point for many aurora excursions, from snowmobiling and snowshoeing to snowcat tours and dog sledding.
Drive into the Polar Night
Plunged into the mystical polar night from late November to mid- January, Svalbard's clear dark skies make aurora viewing over the winter months a must. Limited light pollution in and around the settlements allow the northern lights to shine in all their glory. For a chance of capturing a glimpse of the magical phenomenon, hop aboard a specialist snowcat vehicle and drive out to the Advent Valley for a night filled with hot drinks and tales of the sky.
We'll send you a complimentary copy of Bradt's Northern Lights Travel Guide Book when you book your Northern Lights adventure with us
Chase the Aurora by Snowmobile
The far north's long winters make viewing the aurora in the middle of the day a possibility. For thrill-seekers in search of a hands-on experience, a northern lights hunt by snowmobile allows visitors to zip off into the Spitsbergen wilderness under the vibrant sky. Travel by electric snowmobile as the silence of the Arctic meets magnificent light displays and spot local wildlife on your journey. Arctic foxes, reindeer and even polar bear tracks may be discovered beneath the starlit sky.
Aurora hunt by dogsled
Svalbard's vast icy plains provide the perfect environment for dogsledding. An alternative to hunting the aurora by vehicle, learn how traditional dogsledding has been intertwined in local lives for hundreds of years. Meet a team of friendly huskies, who are born to thrive in Svalbard's harsh environment, before guiding them across frozen fjords and towering mountains. Search for the northern lights as they brush past snow-capped peaks and capture the display on camera for memories that will last a lifetime.
The best places to stay to see the northern lights in Svalbard
Northern Lights in Svalbard
Polar bear in Svalbard | By Fredrik Granath | Hurtigruten Svalbard
We can't wait to help you plan your northern lights adventure to Svalbard
