Into the Dark - with Electric Snowmobile

Experience Arctic Silence – by  Electric Snowmobile 

Driving into Adventdalen in the dark is a unique experience. Your eyes gradually adjust, revealing the mountain contours as the city lights fade behind you. The snowmobile illuminates the snow ahead, but what you notice most is the silence. You’re moving, yet you hear nothing – you're on an electric snowmobile. Its quiet motor allows you to glide silently through the landscape, perhaps in the presence of an Arctic fox, ptarmigan, or Svalbard reindeer. Along the way, there are stops to embrace the stillness and enjoy warm drinks and biscuits. Natural phenomena like the northern lights are unpredictable – but far from city lights, you have the best chance for a magical experience.

Dress warmly! You will also receive insulated snowmobile clothing, including a suit, boots, balaclava, helmet, and mittens. The tour starts with pickup from your accommodation and a brief introduction before heading into the wilderness. Perfect for those who want to try snowmobiling without committing to a full-day tour – approximately 30 km in easy terrain. Join us!

Difficulty Level: 2 out of 5
Time: 7:00 PM (feb); 9:00 PM (mar); 9:00 AM, 2:00 PM, 8:00 PM (nov – jan 19)
Duration: 3 hours

Important Information
• Age limit: 8 years
• A valid driver’s license for car or motorcycle is required to drive. Remember to bring it on the tour.
• You must be able to speak English or a Scandinavian language
• The route may be adjusted based on weather and snow conditions
• If there is not enough snow, gasoline-powered snowmobiles may be used on some tours. This applies for early season. 

The Price Includes:
• Transport to and from your accommodation
• Snowmobile clothing: suit, boots, mittens, helmet
• Guide with necessary safety equipment
• Warm drinks and biscuits

Recommendations for the Tour:
• Wear warm woolen base layers, insulated pants, and a wool sweater under the snowmobile suit
• Bring extra clothing in your backpack: jacket, hat, mittens

© All images: Hurtigruten Svalbard – Image 1: Even Tryggestad | Image 2: Schibsted Partnerstudio | Images 3, 4, 5, 7: Jack Scorner | Image 6: Agurtxane Concellon