Quad Biking · Svalbard
How to choose
Both tours run 3.5h and cost virtually the same: 164 € vs 164 €, both operated by Svalbard Adventures out of Longyearbyen. The real split is what happens outside the ATV. The 164 € option pairs the quad ride with a husky kennel visit, making it the stronger pick if you want two distinct experiences in one session. The 164 € tour drops the kennel stop and sends you into Advent Valley during polar night, trading animal encounters for raw Arctic darkness. If riding under a pitch-black sky at 78° North is the point, choose the Polar Night ride. If you want more variety packed into 3.5h, the husky kennel combo is the move.
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Polar Night Quad Biking in the Advent Valley from Longyearbyen in Svalbard
3.5h on a quad through complete Arctic darkness in Advent Valley at 78° North, for 164 €.
Polar Night Quad Biking in the Advent Valley from Longyearbyen in Svalbard
ATV ride plus a husky kennel visit packed into 3.5h, for 164 €.
Frequently asked questions
What does riding a quad in polar night actually feel like?
You navigate Advent Valley in complete Arctic darkness, guided by your headlights and the low glow of snow. Temperatures in Svalbard can drop well below -20°C in winter, so the cold hits hard at speed. It's disorienting in the best possible way.
Do I need quad biking experience to join?
No. Both tours list “Everybody welcome” as the physical level, so zero prior ATV experience is required. Your guide handles the safety briefing on site.
Which tour delivers the most intense Arctic experience?
The Polar Night ride delivers the rawest rush. Riding an ATV through Svalbard's Advent Valley under total darkness is a harder sensation to replicate anywhere else. The husky visit option is memorable, but it softens the pure adrenaline edge.
Is there a risk of encountering polar bears during the ride?
Svalbard has a larger polar bear population than human residents. Guided tours operate with trained safety protocols for wildlife encounters. Your guide carries the required protection equipment mandated by Norwegian law outside of Longyearbyen's settlement area.
Are both tours run in the same language?
Yes. Both tours are conducted in English and Norwegian by Svalbard Adventures.
Best time to go
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | -9.5 °C | 41.7 mm | Possible |
| February | -10.5 °C | 42.4 mm | Possible |
| March | -12.1 °C | 30.2 mm | Possible |
| April | -6.7 °C | 29 mm | Possible |
| May | -1.3 °C | 21.2 mm | Possible |
| June | 3.4 °C | 22 mm | Possible |
| July | 6.4 °C | 39.5 mm | Good |
| August | 5.3 °C | 40.7 mm | Good |
| September | 2.2 °C | 49.2 mm | Possible |
| October | -3.9 °C | 48.9 mm | Possible |
| November | -5.8 °C | 40.6 mm | Possible |
| December | -9.6 °C | 51.1 mm | Possible |
Practical info
Equipment
Thermal base layers and windproof outer gear are non-negotiable in Svalbard, where wind chill at quad speed can make even mild days brutal. Both tours are open to all fitness levels, but warm, waterproof boots and gloves rated for extreme cold will define your comfort across the full 3.5h.
Getting there
Both tours offer pick-up directly from specific accommodations in Longyearbyen, so confirm your hotel is on the eligible list and specify it at booking. Longyearbyen is served by Svalbard Airport (LYR), with regular flights from Oslo and Tromsø.
See also
Other activities in Svalbard
Updated September 2026