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Boat trips

If you want to see and experience as much of the wild, raw and untouched Arctic nature as possible, you need to go on a boat trip or a combined cruise and fishing trip. 

From early spring until late November or early December, you have many options to depart the quayside in Longyearbyen by boat to explore beautiful Svalbard. Many different types of trips are available so you need to decide what really interests you. Does a short trip by rigid inflatable boat (RIB) to the spectacular bird cliffs tempt you, or does a glacier safari perhaps sound exciting? There is no shortage of options. The menu often consists of large glacier termini, exciting Arctic wildlife and a tasty lunch straight from the barbecue. 


Roy MangersnesUnique wildlife at sea

Svalbard’s unique animal life is well worth experiencing. If you have dreamt of having a close-up encounter with a walrus or experiencing the world’s largest mammal – the majestic whale – then we recommend a walrus and whale safari during the Polar Summer. You can see, smell and photograph the walruses laying and rolling on the beach while enjoying the panoramic view from the boat.

If you visit in the autumn when the Midnight Sun season has ended, you may be lucky enough to see the northern lights on boat trips in the evening. Can you imagine a more magical way of experiencing the Northern Lights? Far removed from artificial light, you will be able to experience the majestic Northern Lights stronger than ever.

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    Speedboat to Billefjorden and Nordenskiöld Glacier - Poli Arctici

    Longyearbyen

    Experience the stunning coastline of Billefjord, Skansbukta’s famous castle-like peaks, and the massive front of Nordenskiöld glacier — all in one day!

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    • 2 - Suitable for most

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    • Food
    • Open boat

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    Spot the dot - Wildlife and glacier safari with RIB-boat - Basecamp Explorer Spitsbergen

    Longyearbyen

    Join us on an open RIB boat fjord safari through the bright summer in Svalbard. Summer light revealing the treasures of the mountains, glaciers and Arctic ocean. We must keep our eyes open for wildlife in the fjord.

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    • 2 - Suitable for most

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    • Environmentally-friendly company
    • Open boat
    • Photo safari

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    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 81 reviews81 reviews
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    Dinner cruise in the sunset - Hurtigruten Svalbard

    Longyearbyen

    The midnight sun officially leaves Svalbard in late August. The following weeks are characterized by magical sunsets during the evenings, that cast golden colors over the wild landscapes. Enjoy this scenery with a dinner on board MS Bard.

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    • 2 - Suitable for most

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    • Closed boat
    • Environmentally-friendly company
    • Food

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    Walrus safari - Two tons of happiness - Better Moments

    Longyearbyen

    Svalbard’s wildlife is unique and fascinating. Join us on our day trip to experience it from up close! Every day we use our closed and comfortable RIB boats to go to a well-known walrus colony.

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    • Closed boat
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    • Toilet

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    Ny-Ålesund - The northernmost town in the world - Better Moments

    Longyearbyen

    Join us on a trip to Ny-Ålesund, a former mining town and gateway to the Arctic. This was the starting point for famous explorers’ race to the North pole. Roald Amundsen, known as the first person, to reach both to the South- and North pole, used…

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    • Closed boat
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    Dinner cruise under the Northern Lights - Hurtigruten Svalbard

    Longyearbyen

    Join us for a unique dinner experience with our hybrid electric catamaran out on the fjords of Svalbard. With some luck, you might spot the northern lights – far away from the city's light pollution.

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    • 2 - Suitable for most

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    • Closed boat
    • Environmentally-friendly company
    • Food

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    Boat Trip to the Bird Cliffs - Hurtigruten Svalbard

    Longyearbyen

    Join us on an exciting rib boat tour, that combines birds and wildlife with Svalbard’s rich cultural history.

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    • 3 - Average physical fitness

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    • Environmentally-friendly company
    • Open boat

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    Fjord Safari with Glacier Hike - Svalbard Adventures

    Longyearbyen

    Boat trip, wildlife, and glaciers! This is the tour for those who want a bit of everything Svalbard has to offer. Sail across Isfjorden in a comfortable Redbay Stormforce RIB. The highlight is glacier hiking on Harrietbreen.

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    • 4 - Demands good physical fitness, not suitable if you have limited mobility (steep, slippery and uneven terrain)

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    • Environmentally-friendly company
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    • Open boat

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    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 81 reviews81 reviews

    Basecamp Summer Circuit - Basecamp Explorer Spitsbergen

    Longyearbyen

    Explore our basecamps situated in the wild Arctic. Without road access they can only reached by boat safari during summertime.

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    • Bed accomodation
    • Closed boat
    • Environmentally-friendly company
    • Expedition
    • Food
    • Hiking
    • Open boat
    • Photo safari
    • Toilet
    • Wellness

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