Hiking up to the peak! - 360 degrees glacier hike - Snowfox Travel

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Join us on an unforgettable mountain adventure to the summit of Trollsteinen, where breathtaking Arctic landscapes and a spectacular 360-degree panoramic view of Svalbard await!

This challenging yet rewarding hike takes you high above Longyearbyen, offering a true taste of Arctic wilderness. As we climb towards the 850-meter summit, you’ll discover the dramatic mountain scenery, glaciers, and rugged landscapes that make Svalbard unlike anywhere else in the world. At the top, you’ll stand beside the iconic rock formation that gives Trollsteinen its name and enjoy a view that stretches across valleys, glaciers, fjords, and endless Arctic mountains.

Your adventure begins with pickup from your accommodation, followed by a short drive to the starting point at the edge of Longyearbyen. From here, we begin our ascent, gradually making our way through changing Arctic landscapes. The trail takes us past steep mountain slopes, across fascinating moraine terrain, and through a unique glacier-carved environment as we make our way towards the summit.

Along the way, we’ll take time to enjoy the surroundings, capture incredible photos, and experience the peaceful silence of the Arctic mountains.

We’ll find a good location to enjoy a warm expedition-style lunch and hot drinks while your guide shares stories about the area, the landscape, and life in the High Arctic.

Reaching the summit of Trollsteinen is a truly rewarding experience. Standing 850 meters above sea level, surrounded by vast Arctic wilderness, you’ll understand why this place is one of Longyearbyen’s most impressive viewpoints.

With approximately 9–11 km of hiking and 750 meters of elevation gain, this 7-hour adventure is designed for guests looking for a challenging and memorable Arctic experience.

Challenge yourself, reach the summit, and experience Svalbard from a perspective few visitors ever see!

Included
Our professional and dedicated guide, warm expedition food, hot drinks and sweets, Search & Rescue insurance, emergency and safety equipment, transfer to and from your accommodation.

What we recommend you to bring:
Please make sure to dress properly for Arctic weather conditions. 

Our recommendations for this hike would be to wear: Sturdy waterproof hiking boots/shoes (above the ankle), (soft shell) hiking pants, shell jacket (wind and waterproof), base layers, warm hiking socks, insulating mid-layer, warm hat (like a beanie), warm mittens/ gloves and a filled water bottle. If you can, choose woolen materials closest to your body.

We want you to bring a backpack as you need to take some gear with you, which you will get from us. 

We will provide you with snowshoes or microspikes (depending on the conditions).

Important to know:
If, for safety reasons, we need to adjust the planned route, we reserve the right to do so.
Your safety is our highest priority. In such cases, no refunds will be given.
In the unlikely event that we are unable to carry out the trip, either by adjusting the route or by starting the booked tour, you will receive a full refund.

We reserve the right to refuse you to join our activity, without any refund, if you do not arrive on time, are not properly prepared in terms of clothing or in any way not capable of joining our trip. Your safety is our main concern.

Make sure you are in normal physical shape, as this hike can be experienced as moderate demanding (all depending on conditions and weather). We need to walk upwards.

Pickup: at your accommodation around the time stated on your confirmation. Please just wait if we are not there on time. 
We pick up everyone at the same time, so we could be some minutes later.

Cancellations:
If you need to cancel, please notify us in writing.
Cancellation reimbursement:
- 22 days or more prior to departure: 95%
- 21-8 days prior to departure: 50%
- 7 or less days prior to departure: 0%.

Refunds:
We are not able to offer a refund due to route changes, sickness, cancelled or delayed flights or any other circumstance outside our control. 

Age limits:
This experience is not suitable for children under the age of 10 years. All under 18 years old need to be accompanied by an adult.