Northern lights hunt with car
6 highlights for a private Northern lights hunt
- Possibility to see Aurora Borealis (northern lights)
- Exclusivity and Privacy: This tour is entirely private
- Immerse wilderness and the beautiful Arctic landscape
- Local Expertise offering genuine insights
- Ultimate flexibility: You have time to set up your gear
- Sustainable: Higher climate footprint
- Available period: November until the end of February
- Pick up time: 19:00 (Return at 22:00)
- Difficulty level: Easy and for most
- Age limit: No age limit
- Minimum: 2 persons
- Maximum: 6 persons
- Price per person: NOK 2150,-
Private northern lights hunt on Svalbard with exclusive 3-hour tour
What you can look forward to...
Do you dream of experiencing the green curtains in the sky called the northern lights? We will take you on an exclusive and private northern lights hunt so you will have the possibility to experience the magic of the Arctic.
We will pick you up at your hotel and venture into the pristine wilderness of Svalbard in the comfort of a heated vehicle, guided by a local expert dedicated to finding the clearest skies for your Aurora encounter.
The flexibility is possible with a private car and a personalized pace, unlike large bus excursions with large groups and a set schedule. The guide will share stories from the northernmost town in the world.
Please notice:
The Northern Lights are a natural phenomenon caused by solar activity and atmospheric conditions. This cannot be scheduled or guaranteed to see which is a part of the magic. We will never be able to guarantee that the northern lights will show but our guide will always make sure you go home with new memories and knowledge of this Svalbard and Longyearbyen. The weather can change from hour to hour and while 2026 is a period of high solar activity (near the solar maximum), the local weather remains the deciding factor for visibility.
Who can participate?
This tour is perfect for those who want to have time to enjoy the magic with no rush and have the possibility to set up camera equipment.
You only need a basic physical condition to be able to get in and out of the car yourself. We will have several stops where we can strecth the legs and take a look at the sky.
Program
Chasing the northern lights in the heart of the Arctic
A private car tour offers flexibility and a personalized pace, unlike large bus excursions. The journey is tailored to your interests, whether you are a photographer or a first-time visitor.
Our program has been set to chasing one of earth's most magical phenomena called the aurora borealis, on this unforgettable private northern lights hunt by car on Svalbard. As we leave the soft lights in Longyearbyen behind, the Arctic evening will open for us in the valley.
A journey into the Polar Night
Your local guide picks you up at your accomodation in a warm comfortable vehicle. It is still important that you have all your warm clothes with and on you as it might be very crisp and cold to stand outside gazing at the hopefully starry sky and taking photos.
WARM TIP: A very good idea is to have softshell touch screen gloves and then an extra pair of thick gloves to pull over.
When the sky comes alive
Then suddenly you might see a faint green glow begins to shimmer on the horizon, growing into sweeping ribbons of light dancing above the snowcovered Arctic landscape. Unpredictable and mesmerizing.
CAMERA TIP: Remember to add a long exposure time and if you wish to have a photo of yourself then you have to stand absolutely still for the seconds it takes to take the photo.
Flexible route guided by nature
Every evening is unique and it is not certain that it will be best to spot outside of town. Your guide will choose the best route to maximize your chances. But weather the aurora appears or hides behind clouds, the journey and the hunt itself is an experience unlike others.
PERSONAL TIP: This tour could also be a possibility for sharing special moments like a proposal, anniversary or birthday surprise, photography tour (not only for seeing the northern lights) , family activity.
The Guides
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What's included and what's not
Included
• Transportation with car or van
• Pick up from hotel and return to hotel
• Local guide and driver
• Warm drink and snacks
Not included
• Warm clothes
• Personal photo equipment
• Accomodation in Longyearbyen
• Travel & cancellation insurance
• Flights (you can book via SAS or Norwegian)
Practical information
• The itinerary is always weather dependent and the tour/activity can be modified or cancelled by us due to safety concerns. Please see conditions.
• Please note that the Northern Lights are a natural phenomenon , and sightings can never be guaranteed. The tour will take place regardless of aurora forecasts. As this is a private experience with reserved resources, cancellations by you or no-shows are non-refundable. However, if you wish to reschedule, you are welcome to contact us early (at least the day before!) the tour begins, to check the possibility of a date change, subject to guide availability on your new preferred date.
