Snowmobile Trips
Race across the endless white and feel the thrill of freedom.
If you visit Svalbard in winter, a snowmobile trip is a must. It’s one of the most exciting ways to see the Arctic landscape and reach places that are impossible to get to otherwise. Guided snowmobile tours take you across frozen fjords, valleys, and glaciers, sometimes to famous spots like Tempelfjorden or the east coast. You’ll get warm gear, safety training, and a guide who knows the terrain well.
Along the way, you might stop for hot drinks and a chance to take in the views. The feeling of driving through the white silence of Svalbard is something you’ll never forget. Tours range from short 3-hour trips to full-day adventures; perfect for both first-timers and experienced riders.
Choose and book:
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4-Day Snowmobile Expedition – East to South
Four days and 500 km by snowmobile, from the east coast sea ice to the hidden southern valleys, with ice fishing, ice caves and three nights in wilderness camps.
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4-Day Snowmobile Expedition to the High North
Four days and 500 km through northern Spitsbergen, crossing frozen fjords to Svenskhuset, the haunted house, exploring ice caves and sleeping in tent camps far from the crowds.
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Arctic Landscapes of the West Coast
A full day by snowmobile along the west coast of Spitsbergen, past old trappers’ stations, mining towns and research sites, with homemade soup for lunch in the wilderness.
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Catching the Light – Blue Light with Dinner
Ride into Svalbard’s blue light season by snowmobile, through snowy valleys and icy riverbeds as the sky turns purple. The evening ends with a warm dinner in the wilderness.
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Catching the Light – Midnight Sun
A snowmobile evening under the midnight sun, when the sun hangs just above the horizon and soft golden light spreads across the snow for hours. Pure Arctic magic.
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Catching the Light – Aurora Borealis with Dinner
An evening snowmobile ride into the dark valleys outside Longyearbyen to hunt for the aurora, with a warm dinner and hot drinks served along the way by your guide.
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East Coast – King of the Arctic
A long day by snowmobile over the Rabot glacier to the frozen east coast, circling huge glacier fronts on the sea ice. Polar bears are sometimes seen from a distance.
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East Coast by Snowmobile
A full day over glaciers and frozen fjords to the remote east coast, where the chance of seeing polar bears is higher. Expect glacier fronts and colourful sea ice.
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East Coast Extreme by Snowmobile
Our longest east coast trip: 200-240 km over glaciers to the realm of the polar bear, with extra time among icebergs, sea ice and huge, colourful glacier fronts.
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Electric Snowmobile Safari to Advent Lodge
Explore Advent Valley on quiet, eco-friendly electric snowmobiles. As the sun returns, we ride past historic sites to the cosy Advent Lodge for a warm break and hot drinks.
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Evening Northern Lights Snowmobile Adventure
Drive your own snowmobile through dark Adventdalen to Innerhytta and back, stopping for photos, silence and stories while you watch the sky closely for the dancing Northern Lights.
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Evening Snowmobile Tour to Colesbay
An evening snowmobile ride through Coles Valley to the old Soviet settlement at Colesbay, in soft spring light and later the midnight sun. Hot food and drinks included.
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Half-Day Snowmobile Tour to Elveneset
A 60 km half-day snowmobile ride to the Elveneset viewpoint over Isfjorden, with hot food and drinks at the top. Easy to drive and great for beginners and families.
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Journey South – 2-Day Snowmobile Expedition
Two days through Todalen and the south of Spitsbergen, with a night in a warm tent camp, an ice cave visit and views over Van Mijenfjorden and Barentsburg.
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Midnight Sun Snowmobile Expedition to Colesbay
An evening snowmobile ride over Longyear Glacier to the abandoned Soviet settlement at Colesbay, glowing in the golden light of the midnight sun. Dinner and hot drinks are included.
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Northern Lights by Snowmobile & Frozen Waterfall
Drive your own snowmobile 80-90 km through the wilderness to a frozen waterfall. Enjoy a warm expedition dinner under the stars while keeping watch for the Northern Lights.
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Northern Lights Safari by Electric Snowmobile
Glide through the polar night on a silent electric snowmobile, past historic sites in Adventdalen, and warm up at Advent Lodge while you look for the daytime aurora.
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Northern Lights Safari by Snowmobile
Drive a snowmobile across the frozen Advent Valley delta to the ice pingos, leaving the town lights behind. The snow, moon and stars light the way through the dark.
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Northern Lights Sleigh Ride
Sit back in a covered sleigh pulled by a snowmobile and look for the aurora in Adventdalen. No driving needed, so it is perfect for families and relaxed guests.
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Northern Lights Snowmobile Ride
A late-evening snowmobile ride into Adventdalen and the valleys beyond, searching for clear skies and the aurora. Watch for reindeer and Arctic foxes, and hear stories about Svalbard.
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Northern Lights Snowmobile Tour with Dinner
Drive a snowmobile into a quiet side valley to look for the aurora, and warm up in our gamme by the fire with a three-course dinner served by your guide.
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Polar Night Snowmobile to a Frozen Waterfall
A 70 km snowmobile ride through the polar night to a stunning frozen waterfall. Enjoy hot drinks at the ice, and keep an eye on the sky for the daytime aurora.
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Polar Night Snowmobile to the Ice Pingo
A short polar night snowmobile ride through Adventdalen to a towering ice pingo, with hot drinks and sweet treats, and a stop at the old airport’s wartime crash site.
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Silent Electric Snowmobile Aurora Safari
Drive a silent electric snowmobile through Adventdalen in search of the aurora, with nothing but Arctic silence around you. Look out for reindeer and foxes along the way.
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Sleep Inside a Glacier – 2-Day Snowmobile Expedition
Two days by snowmobile through frozen valleys and over glaciers, exploring ice caves by headlamp and spending a night deep inside a glacier. A true once-in-a-lifetime Arctic adventure.
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Snowmobile Around Longyearbyen
A four-hour, 70 km snowmobile ride through narrow valleys and over glaciers close to Longyearbyen. The perfect first taste of snowmobiling, with frequent stops for photos and short breaks.
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Snowmobile Expedition to Reindalen & Van Mijenfjorden
A full day away from the busy routes, riding through snowy canyons and the vast Reindalen valley to Van Mijenfjorden, with a warm expedition lunch in the wilderness.
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Snowmobile Safari to Fridtjovhamna & Van Mijenfjorden
A long, challenging day for experienced drivers through shifting terrain to Fridtjovhamna, with wide snowy plains, steep mountains and the impressive ice front of Fridtjovbreen as the goal.
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Snowmobile Safari to Northern Lights Camp
A full day by snowmobile to Tempelfjorden and Sassendalen in the polar night. Warm up in a heated lavvu with lunch and stories, surrounded by wild, dark nature.
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Snowmobile Safari to Tempelfjorden
Ride through wide valleys and between high mountains to Tempelfjorden, where the legendary trapper Hilmar Nøis spent many winters. A full day of classic Svalbard snowmobile scenery and history.
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Snowmobile Safari to the East Coast
A long day by snowmobile to the east coast, the kingdom of the polar bear. Ride far from civilisation through endless wilderness to sea ice and towering glacier fronts.
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Snowmobile Safari to the Ice Cave
Over 60% of Svalbard is covered by ice. Ride a snowmobile to the Tellbreen glacier and step inside an ice cave to see what a glacier looks like within.
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Snowmobile Safari to the Wild Fjords
A 35 km snowmobile ride to Elveneset, where you are rewarded with views over several arms of the fjord and majestic mountains. Big nature, not far from town.
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Snowmobile Safari to the Wilderness Camp
Ride deeper into Adventdalen by snowmobile in the polar night, look for the daytime aurora, and enjoy a warm expedition lunch around the fire pit at our wilderness camp.
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Snowmobile to Tempelfjord & Fredheim
Ride into Sassen-Bunsow Land National Park to Fredheim, where trapper Hilmar Nøis spent 38 winters. Enjoy a warm lunch at the cabin and a great view of the Tuna Glacier.
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Snowmobile to Van Mijenfjorden
A long, quiet day through the huge Reindalen valley to the sea ice of Van Mijenfjorden, with a warm lunch and a chance of seeing polar bears on the ice.
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Snowmobile Trip to Grønfjorden – Small Groups
Cross mountains, wide valleys and a glacier on the way to Grønfjorden on the west coast. Reindeer are almost guaranteed, and the light on the way back is amazing.
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Snowmobile Trip to Tempelfjord & Von Post Glacier
An easy day ride to Tempelfjord, with stops at the historic Villa Fredheim and the frozen Esker waterfall, and great views of the Von Post and Tuna glaciers.
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Snowmobile Trip to the East Coast – Small Groups
A full day driving east to the Hayes glacier, with lunch in front of the ice and a chance of spotting polar bears. Small groups of maximum six snowmobiles.
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Summer Snowmobile & Glacier Hike
Hike up to Longyear glacier, learn to drive a snowmobile on the ice and ride to a pass at 600 metres, with lunch and wide views over Longyearbyen.
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Ultimate Snowmobile Expedition to the East Coast
Our longest single-day trip: 180-200 km over glaciers and sea ice to the wild east coast, with lunch in front of the Königsberg Glacier and plenty of wildlife chances.
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When the Light Returns
Ride into the blue twilight just before the sun returns to Svalbard. The guide picks the best route through Nordenskiöld Land on the day. Easy terrain, no experience needed.
