Northern lights winter

DARK SEASON

Northern lights winter

Svalbard is the only place on earth where you can experience northern lights during the day due to the magic of the polar nights.

The polar season in a nutshell

Four extraordinary highlights

Northern lights

See aurora dance - at night as well as day

Polar Night

No sunrise from mid-november to mid-january

Blue hour

Blue colours in the weeks before & after polar night

Adventures

Dogsledding, hiking, visit ice caves & sightseeing in town

October to February

Northern lights season

Experience the northern lights season with 24 hours of darkness from november. During october you have the transition time with the “blue hour” lights. The polar nights will bring out the northern lights and the Arctic silence for hiking, skiing etc..

Longyearbyen sightseeing

Ski touring

Ice adventures

Hiking tours

Plan Your Arctic Adventure with Backyard Svalbard

At Backyard Svalbard, we offer a wide range of tours to suit every level of adventure and curiosity. Whether you’re visiting during the midnight sun in summer or experiencing the tranquility of the polar night in winter, we ensure that your time in Svalbard will be safe, comfortable, and unforgettable. Our expert guides will provide you with all the support you need to explore the wonders of the Arctic and make lasting memories.

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