Eivind
Eivind worked his first season as a snowmobile guide the year of 2006. Before that he had visited the island many times. He worked a couple of years in the Norwegian army, before migrating to the north. In addition to bringing guest safely around on snowmobiles in the winter, he also take them out on ATV’s, and Rib-boat Safaris in the summer. Now he is the manager of, and a guide at Better Moments. His experience will bring you out and about on exiting routes, and his knowledge of Svalbard will give you many, many stories.
Niklas
Niklas is our most experienced guide. After finishing his two year long nature guide study in Sweden, he moved up to Svalbard in 1998. He successfully started his own dog yard, taking guests out on guided dog sledding-trips. He has worked as a snowmobile guide, and in summer as an expedition guide on several boats sailing around Svalbard, and Antarctica. Now he is the captain on his own sailing yacht “Aleiga”, taking guest out on cruises around Svalbard. With his versatility, tons of experience and many good stories, he hopes to give you Better Moments.
Matts
Matts was born and raised south of Uppsala, Sweden. After living and working most of his lifetime in a big city, he decided a few years ago to focus more on his outdoor passion and living closer to nature. As a former high-school teacher in adventure tourism and physical education, he started in the following years working as a kayak instructor and further, as a guide on skis, snowmobiling, rafting and climbing. He has always been fascinated by the North and consequently decided to take the next step in going to Svalbard, the high Arctic. With his experience in guiding for many years and his desire to give guests the best outdoor experience they could have, he will safely guide you through your next Arctic adventure. After working many years as a nature guide for Better Moments he is now head guide and captain.
Dima
Originally from Saint Petersburg, Dmitrii has been exploring the captivating landscapes of Svalbard for several years already. With 15 years of experience in travel management, he combines his managerial skills with a passion for outdoor adventures. In his role at Better Moments, Dima takes on various responsibilities, ensuring that your experience unfolds smoothly. His journey in the Arctic involves guiding on boat trips, hikes and snow scooter adventures. Dmitrii‘s connection with the Arctic deepens each day as he delves into the region’s distinctive nature, wildlife, and rich history.
Jannik
Jannik began his career as a guide in 2020, when he started guiding week-tour trips in a large sled dog kennel in Finnish Lapland. Here, he discovered his love for dogs, the outdoors and the North and decided to turn guiding into his future profession. Subsequently, he decided to take things to the next level, and joined the Better Moments team on Svalbard. Having studied Rhetoric and English in Germany, guiding his guests through Svalbard is a great way for him, to combine personal with academic interests. When Jannik is not out in the field, he enjoys practicing Jiu-Jitsu, lifting weights, swimming or listening to yet another history podcast.
Antoine
Originally from France, I spent six years as a horseback guide on the family ranch, developing my passion for the great outdoors. After exploring diverse cultures around the world, I settled on the island of Svalbard two and a half years ago, becoming a snowmobile guide to share my love of adventure. On my days off, I indulge in dog sledding and other unpredictable activities, feeding my desire for adventure and discovery. With an adventurous soul, I am always looking for new challenges and enriching experiences, while deeply respecting the nature that surrounds me. Every day spent on the island of Svalbard is a new adventure, where I am amazed by the raw beauty and diversity of Arctic nature. As a snowmobile guide, I strive to convey my passion for exploration while ensuring the safety and well-being of my traveling companions, thus providing unforgettable memories. My commitment to preserving nature is reflected in every action I take, whether it is minimizing my ecological impact or educating others about the importance of conservation. Proud of my journey as an adventurer and conservationist, I am determined to continue to explore and protect the treasures of our planet for future generations.