Midnight sun, SvalbardCatching the Light – Midnight SunA snowmobile adventure under the never-ending daylight of the Arctic spring

From late April, the Arctic sun no longer sets!

This surreal natural phenomenon – the midnight sun – floods the Svalbard landscape with golden light 24 hours a day.

On this special evening tour, we ride our snowmobiles into the wilderness to experience this light at its most magical: when the sun hangs just above the horizon, casting soft, endless shadows over the snow.

Catching the light - Midnight sun

🌞 The Magic of the Midnight Sun

We travel in the evening, when the low-angled sun paints the landscape in warm tones of gold and orange. There’s no darkness – just calm, glowing silence. It’s a moment that feels outside of time.

🏔 Hidden Valleys and Frozen Riverbeds

Our route follows narrow valleys and frozen rivers around Longyearbyen, offering incredible views and wide-open terrain. It’s the perfect setting for a calm, reflective ride through the Arctic spring.

🦌 Wildlife Encounters in the Arctic Light

Svalbard reindeer often emerge during the evening to feed. With a bit of luck, we may spot them moving through the snow, their silhouettes glowing in the soft light

These are small group tours, very friendly and seem to have scope to change to suit conditions.

We did the Midnightsun snowmobile tour and it was simply fantastic!

This experience was a great introduction to snowmobiling

  • Every night between 19.04.2025 – 17.05.2025
  • Pick up at the hotel 21:00
  • Duration 4 Hour
  • Whats included:
    • Snowmobile and fuel
    • Full thermal suit, helmet, gloves, and boots
    • Safety briefing and emergency equipment
    • Professional, well equipped for safety guide
    • Warm beverages
    • Insurance
  • Driver from NOK 2590,-
    Passenger from NOK 2090,-
    Optional insurance NOK 200,-
  • Book here

Midnight sun, Longyearbyen Svalbard
Midnight sun Svalbard

Important information

  • A valid physical driver’s license is required to operate a snowmobile in Svalbard.
    Digital/app-based licenses or photos are not accepted.
    The guide will check all licenses before departure. No refunds will be issued if your license is invalid.
  • Minimum participants: 2
    Minimum age: 12 years
    Please contact us for private or adapted alternatives.
  • Let us know in advance if you have any food allergies or dietary restrictions.
  • Optional snowmobile insurance (NOK 200) is available during booking.
    This covers damages up to NOK 6,000 in case of an accident.
    If sharing a snowmobile, only one insurance per vehicle is needed.

In accordance with local wildlife protection laws, we must maintain a minimum distance of 500 meters from polar bears at all times. Our guides strictly follow all safety and environmental regulations