Arctic Float - Svalbard Wildlife Expeditions

About

Step into the polar night and experience it with all your senses.

Arctic Float offers a unique way to immerse yourself in Svalbard’s winter landscape. Dressed in an immersion suit that keeps you warm and dry, you will enter the icy waters of Adventfjorden and let the sea carry you.

Lean back, breathe and take in your surroundings. Snow-covered mountains rise around you, the lights of Longyearbyen glow in the distance, and the Arctic sky stretches overhead. If the conditions are right, the Northern Lights may even appear above you.

No two days on the fjord are the same. Some are calm and still; on others, you may feel the waves and hear the wind sweeping across the water. Come prepared for a raw and authentic Arctic experience you will late forget.

Arctic Float is a wonderful contrast to Svalbard’s more active adventures. After a day of snowmobiling, dog sledding or exploring an ice cave, it is a chance to slow down and connect with the Arctic environment.

Afterwards, warm up in our cosy boathouse with hot drinks and traditional Norwegian waffles. Try the local favourite of brown cheese while listening to stories from Svalbard - a warm and welcoming end to a truly special experience.

Practical Information
Difficulty: 2/5
Group size: 2–6 participants
Duration: 2 hours, expected time in the water: approximately 20 minutes
Minimum age: 14 years. Please also review the physical requirements below
Language: English is required

Physical Requirement
You should feel comfortable being in water
Not recommended if you are pregnant or have a heart condition
Not recommended if you are claustrophobic as the suit fits tightly around your face and neck
You must fit one of our immersion suits. Please check the measurements below before booking:

Height:140cm – 200cm
Body circumference: max. 130cm

Included
The trip runs from 15:00 – 17:00, hotel pick-up and drop-off is included
Professional guide and all necessary safety equipment
Immersion suit designed for Arctic conditions
Hot drinks and Norwegian waffles

If you would prefer to be dropped off at SvalBad Sauna afterwards instead of at your hotel, we are happy to arrange this.

Please bring
Warm base layers, preferably wool (trousers and shirt)
A thick wool or fleece sweater
Woolen socks, plus a second, larger pair to wear on top
A warm beanie for after the activity

Looking for a full day of Arctic adventure? Join our Cross-Country Ski Trip or our Seed Vault Hike in the morning, and come back for our Arctic Float in the afternoon.

Important information
The Polar Night lasts from 14th of November to 29th of January. On departures earlier or later in the season, the light conditions may therefore differ from those described. 

The activity is subject to the weather and sea conditions on the day of departure. If the conditions are not considered safe, you will be offered the option to reschedule for another day, if possible, or receive a full refund.