Svalbard Winter Snow & Northern Lights
Dog sledding, snowmobiling to Tempelfjorden, ice caving, and chasing the aurora.
Based entirely in Longyearbyen, spend your days or the polar night dog sledding, snowmobiling, and exploring ice caves, while chasing the northern lights at night when weather permits. From February to April, daylight returns, allowing for longer snowmobile rides to the eastern fjords. During the polar night from November to January, snowmobile tours are shorter, focusing on the northern lights and the blue twilight. A valid driver's license is required to drive a snowmobile. This is perfect for active travelers wanting to experience the Arctic winter.
November to January is the polar night, ideal for northern lights; February to April brings daylight, perfect for long snowmobile tours.
Day by day
Day 1 · Arrive in Longyearbyen & Polar History
Svalbard (Longyearbyen)（North Pole Expedition Museum、Svalbard Museum、Polar Bear Warning Sign）
Take the airport shuttle bus to town (approx. 10 mins) after landing. Spend the afternoon walking around town and visiting the museums.
During the polar night, it is dark 24/7. Bring a reflective vest, a headlamp, and plenty of warm layers.
Stay: Longyearbyen Centre
Day 2 · Dog Sledding in Adventdalen
Svalbard (Longyearbyen)（Adventdalen）
Take a 20-minute transfer from your hotel to the dog yard. Drive your own dog team for about 1.5 hours, returning in the afternoon.
Stay: Longyearbyen Centre
Day 3 · Snowmobile Expedition to Tempelfjorden
Svalbard (Longyearbyen)（Tempelfjorden & Tunabreen）
Follow your guide on a snowmobile heading east (approx. 7–8 hours round-trip), with lunch served in front of a glacier.
A valid driver's license is required. From November to December, tours are usually shortened to 3 hours and do not reach the fjord.
Stay: Longyearbyen Centre
Day 4 · Glacier Ice Cave & Northern Lights Night
Svalbard (Longyearbyen)（Larsbreen & Sarkofagen、Kjell Henriksen Observatory）
Join a guided tour to hike or ride to Larsbreen in the morning (approx. 3–4 hours). In the evening, ride a snowcat out of town to chase the aurora.
Northern lights sightings depend on the weather and are not guaranteed. Ice cave access depends on seasonal ice conditions.
Stay: Longyearbyen Centre
Day 5 · Town Exploration & Departure
Svalbard (Longyearbyen)（Svalbard Brewery、Svalbard Global Seed Vault）
Visit the local brewery in the morning, take a taxi or sightseeing bus to view the outside of the Seed Vault, and head to the airport (approx. 10 mins).
There is a polar bear danger outside town. Do not walk to the Seed Vault on your own.