Experience the Northern Lights in Greenland on this thrilling guided snowmobile tour in Ilulissat!
Ilulissat is the third-largest town in Greenland, situated on the island's western coast. It is renowned for its Arctic landscapes, with icy fjords, mesmerising glaciers and dramatic floating icebergs. Located 350 kilometres (220 miles) north of the Arctic Circle, Ilulissat is also a popular spot for witnessing the Northern Lights!
The evening snowmobile tour in Ilulissat begins at the meeting point, where you'll be greeted by the experienced guide. For this excursion, you don't drive the snowmobile yourself, instead, you enjoy the views as a passenger while the guide drives. Upon arrival, you'll receive a safety briefing and equipment (helmet), before setting off on your exciting snowmobile trip in Ilulissa! The guide will begin driving across snow-covered terrain into the wilderness. Feel the adrenaline surge as you race through the dark polar night, with the rush of cold winter air on your face.
As you travel through untouched nature, you'll pass towering mountains and other rugged Arctic landscapes. The knowledgeable guide will share some insights about the region's culture and history, as well as myths and legends about the Northern Lights. If you're lucky, the magical dancing Aurora Borealis will make an appearance during the snowmobiling excursion in Ilulissat! This is a great way to witness the natural phenomenon up close. After admiring the stunning night sky, you'll return to the original starting point in Ilulissat.
This Northern Lights snowmobile tour in Ilulissat is a unique combination of natural beauty, exhilaration, and culture in western Greenland!
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Practical information
On this excursion, you'll embark on a 2-hour guided snowmobile tour in Ilulissat beneath the Northern Lights.
- Arrive at the starting point in Ilulissat
- Meet the guide
- Safety briefing and instructions
- Set up the snowmobile
- The snowmobiling adventure begins!
- Ride as a passenger on the guide's snowmobile
- Travel through the wilderness
- Admire the Northern Lights
- Return to the starting point in Ilulissat
For this excursion, participants will ride as a passenger on the snowmobile, with the guide as the driver. It is not possible to drive the snowmobile yourself.
Please be advised that as the Northern Lights are an unpredictable natural phenomenon, their presence can never be guaranteed.
- Guide
- Snowmobile equipment
- Helmet
- Hot drinks
- Warm layers of clothing
- Winter overalls
- Winter boots
- Woollen socks
- Hat
- Gloves
- Scarf