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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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    Glacier Safari to Tempelfjorden and Tunabreen – Hurtigruten Svalbard

    Longyearbyen

    This boat trip takes you to the mighty glacier front of Tunabreen. You’ll travel through beautiful fjords and majestic landscapes.
    Includes some local history, as we pass Villa Fredheim: the home and hunting base of the old trapper Hilmar Nøis

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    • 2 - Suitable for most

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    • Closed boat
    • Environmentally-friendly company
    • Food
    • Toilet

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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
    • Food
    • Open boat

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    Glacier safari - Svalbard Adventures

    Longyearbyen

    Welcome to the heart of the fjords surrounded by a ton of jaw-droppingly beautiful attractions you will not find anywhere else. Travel by RIB boat and experience the huge expanses of glaciers, unique wildlife, and fast-paced joy.

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    • 2 - Suitable for most

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    • Environmentally-friendly company
    • Food
    • Open boat

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    Speedboat to Tempelfjorden and Tuna Glacier - Poli Arctici

    Longyearbyen

    Travel by speedboat to the heart of the Sassen-Bünsow Land National Park for a chance to explore the historic trapper cabin at Fredheim and to view the massive blue front of the Tuna Glacier.

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    • 2 - Suitable for most

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    • Food
    • Open boat

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    Explore Isfjorden with Kvitbjørn - Hurtigruten Svalbard

    Longyearbyen

    A breathtaking tour out on the majestic Isfjorden. Your captain will determine the best route for the day depending on the weather conditions. Regardless of which, you can look forward to a beautiful experience of the Arctic wilderness.

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    • 2 - Suitable for most

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    • Closed boat
    • Environmentally-friendly company
    • Food

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    Whale Safari - Polar Charter

    Longyearbyen

    Join us on M/V "Polargirl" for an evening trip searching for the biggest animals on the planet, the blue whale.

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    • 2 - Suitable for most

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    • Closed boat
    • Food
    • Toilet

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    Wildlife and Glacier Cruise - Hurtigruten Svalbard

    Longyearbyen

    Join Hurtigruten Svalbard on a boat tour with a hybrid-electric catamaran. With this new vessel, an exciting and more environmentally friendly boat trip awaits you. The tour takes you through breathtaking landscapes, to Billefjorden and the glacier…

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    • 2 - Suitable for most

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    • Closed boat
    • Environmentally-friendly company
    • Sightseeing and lectures
    • Toilet

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    Walrus Safari in summer landscape - Svalbard Adventures

    Longyearbyen

    Enjoy a delightful summer day at sea as we search for the fascinating walrus on our RIB boat safari to Borebukta. These impressive marine mammals are often spotted both on the ice in front of the glacier, in the water, and on land.

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    • 3 - Average physical fitness

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    • Environmentally-friendly company
    • Food
    • Open boat

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    One of natures great events - The bird jumping in Trygghamna - Better Moments

    Longyearbyen

    Better Moments will offer you a chance to see Svalbard’s biggest bird event during the summer – The bird jumping. For just a few days in July, the chicks will jump from their nests on the huge bird cliff Alkhorne and we will be there to see them…

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    • 1 - Suitable for all

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    • Closed boat
    • Food
    • Toilet

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    Fjordcruise towards Billefjorden & the Nordenskiöld Glacier - HTG

    Longyearbyen

    The original Fjordcruise adventure! 17 years filled with unique memories and experiences in Isfjorden.
    Our Fjordcruise in Billefjorden is an unforgettable opportunity to experience Svalbard’s Arctic wildlife and the majestic Nordenskiöld glacier.

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    • 2 - Suitable for most

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    • Closed boat
    • Food
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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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    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 82 reviews82 reviews

    5-day 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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    • 3 - Average physical fitness

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

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    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 82 reviews82 reviews
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    Ski & Sail Svalbard: Discovering the untouched Arctic mountains - Backyard Svalbard

    Longyearbyen

    This exclusive 8 day Ski & Sail with our ship Ocean Sherpa are going in the beautiful fjord Isfjorden and out into the west coast of Spitsbergen. In fantastic surroundings we are going to make great memories in untouched snow.

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    • 4 - Above average physical fitness

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    • Closed boat
    • Expedition
    • Food
    • Skiing
    • Toilet

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    Ice Fjord safari - A taste of Svalbard - Hurtigruten Svalbard

    Longyearbyen

    Join us on a tour in Isfjorden with an open, steady Polarcirkel boat. Visit places with cultural monuments and experience the vivid bird life.

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    • 3 - Average physical fitness

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    • Environmentally-friendly company
    • Open boat

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    Skipper's Choice - explore Isfjorden by RIB-boat - Poli Arctici

    Longyearbyen

    Welcome aboard! Venture out into Northern Isfjord with our experienced Skipper, who will choose the day’s route depending on recent wildlife sightings and weather conditions.

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    • 2 - Suitable for most

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    • Open boat

    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating

    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 957 reviews957 reviews
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    Walrus Safari to Borebukta onboard Kvitbjørn – Hurtigruten Svalbard

    Longyearbyen

    During the summer and autumn, walrus colonies are often seen resting on beaches and small islets around Svalbard. Join us for an unforgettable boat trip as we venture out to spot these remarkable creatures in their natural habitat!

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    • 2 - Suitable for most

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    • Closed boat
    • Environmentally-friendly company
    • Food
    • Toilet

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    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 826 reviews826 reviews
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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

    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating

    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 826 reviews826 reviews
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    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 832 reviews832 reviews

    "Catch of the day" - Better Moments

    Longyearbyen

    With a closed rib the possibilities are endless. When the other smaller open boats have to stay home because of hard weather conditions, we can still head out and experience the fjord. Comfortable, warm and fast, we'll travel to where the action is.…

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    • 1 - Suitable for all

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    • Closed boat
    • Food
    • Handicap-friendly
    • Toilet

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    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 832 reviews832 reviews
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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 - 82 reviews82 reviews
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    Svalbard Adventure Mini-Cruise - Hurtigruten Svalbard

    Longyearbyen

    Join us on an adventure along Spitsbergen’s spectacular west coast aboard MS Serenissima. You will have the opportunity to visit impressive fjords, observe Arctic wildlife, and go ashore using Zodiac boats to explore the rugged Arctic landscape.

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    • 2 - Suitable for most

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    • Bed accomodation
    • Closed boat
    • Environmentally-friendly company
    • Expedition
    • Food
    • Sightseeing and lectures
    • Toilet

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