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Amazing nature based experiences on your doorstep
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The fact that Svalbard is an outdoor recreation paradise is well known. However, many are surprised to learn that the nature-based experiences up here come in all types, shapes and sizes.
Classic nature adventures are perfect for guests who like to be outside, nature enthusiasts and those who enjoy moving about and being active in beautiful landscapes. The best part of visiting Svalbard is that this Arctic wilderness starts virtually in the town centre and never ends. Just the thought of where you are on earth when you visit Svalbard is enough to make many people giddy with joy.
Up here, the North Pole is right around the corner from the pub. But you certainly don’t need to travel far from Longyearbyen to have amazing nature-based experiences. 
Half-day and full-day trips enable you to see glaciers, tundra, animal life, majestic mountains and fjords. You will discover nice trails and exciting mountains you can explore right on the outskirts of town. Everything is there just waiting to be explored. All you need to do is throw yourself into it with the warm heart and clear head of an outdoor recreation enthusiast.
Classic nature adventures include a wide range of guided excursions specially designed for nature and outdoor recreation enthusiasts who want an active Svalbard holiday without spending too many days. By choosing different types of activities and following the level of difficulty of each trip, you can create an excursion programme that is perfect for you and your travel companions.
“Walking is man’s best medicine.” – Hippocrates
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Longyearbyen
On this 3-4 hours trip in the vicinities of Longyearbyen we will get a god view of the Svalbard nature. Here you will find that it is not necessary to travel far away from the settlement to experience the wilderness and the great silence of the…
Longyearbyen
Exploring the mighty glaciers of Isfjorden with boat. This evening trip offers beautiful nature and wildlife.
The sound of thunder erupts from the ice. The glacier is on the move. Massive amounts of ice are pushed around. The glacier moves forward,…
Longyearbyen
On Svalbard there are only 5 horses, therefore our groups are made up of 4 participants and your guide. Route and speed is determined by the experience level of the group. Icelandic horses are patient, hard working and have strong personalities.…
Longyearbyen
Our summer adventure will give you a great combination of hiking and snowmobiling on Svalbard. On this trip, you will enjoy the beautiful views around Longyearbyen and of an island slowly awaking from hibernation.
Longyearbyen
Join us on a safari in our sturdy and open Polarcirkel boat towards the mighty Tuna- and Von Post glacier. On the way we pass the home of the famous hunter Hilmar Nøis. Warmly dressed with a float suit we head for the fjord named “Sassen”. We will…
Longyearbyen
We have done it already during the solareclipse in 2015,2017and we are doing it again in 2018. Now you will have the opportunity to do something not many have done before you. We are offering almost daily departures with our hotair ballon. Our…
Longyearbyen
The summer season is owned by the birds. During those weeks we have a lot of bird species coming to Svalbard. They are all so wonderfull and deserve a special focus. Join us on a tour which puts the spotlight on those amazing creatures. If you are…
Longyearbyen
Walruses became protected animals for half a century ago. When this happened, the population was only a couple of hundred animals, after 350 years of hunting. In the recent years, the walrus has come back to its old colonies and we have the…
Longyearbyen
Polar night dogsledding adventure with Arctic Husky Travellers!
Longyearbyen
We start by moving towards the mountain Sarkofagen. On each side of this colossus, we have some exciting glacier systems with morraines and meltwater channels. We will explore these as we make our way to the top of Sarkofagen at 500 meters above sea…
Longyearbyen
We drive to the dog yard and start the hike following the cableway inwards Adventdalen. The hike continues by the valley and the edge of Lindholmsfjellet. The edge can be experienced as a bit steep. On the top of Lindholmhøgda you will get a…
Longyearbyen
Wonderful evening tour to Barentsburg with traditional russian Dinner. We guarantee small groups with maximum 6 snowmobiles. Come with us and enjoy good russian food and the midnight sun while having this amazing nature arround you.
Longyearbyen
Join us on a hike to the summit of mount Trollsteinen with a visit in the ice cave! This one is for those of you who want more – here you’ll get two great adventures in one trip!
Longyearbyen
Experience Svalbard’s unique wildlife from up close! Everyday we use our closed and comfortable RIB boats to go to a well-known walrus colony. Here we do a landing on the beach. We will then have the opportunity to observe these funny and…
Longyearbyen
We start our journey driving into Adventdalen and then head south to Reindalen, one of the biggest and more impressive valleys on Svalbard (45 km long). We continue our journey by ascending the Slakbreen glacier and coming down Gustavdalen to reach…
Longyearbyen
Glacier hike 2,5 km uphill to an amazing ice cave. This cave is worth every step to get there. The hike itself is a senic route between steep mountains.
Longyearbyen
Boat trip with open speed boat along fjords and glaciers. We look for the best place of the day, with focus on ice, glaciers, fauna and landscape. Maximum 8 pax, minimum 4 pax. You need warm clothing. Lunch and warm drinks included.
Longyearbyen
When the snow starts melting at the beginning of June,we start using dog carts instead of sledges. At this trip you drive a 3 person cart with 8 huskies in front.Our guide will help you harness the dogs and drive in front of you with his own team…
Longyearbyen
Join us by snowmobile into the polar night and let yourself be captivated by the unique blue light that characterizes the polar night. We hunt for the Northern Light and visit our Northern Light Camp.
Longyearbyen
Welcome to the arctic and the polar night. A mysterious time where all light comes from the most magical things such as the moon, northern light and the million stars.
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