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Longyearbyen is surrounded by majestic mountains. There are many guided hikes to choose between, from reaching summits to exploring valleys. Some are short and suitable for everyone, while others are more physically demanding. No matter which hiking trip you choose, you are assured of a fantastic experience with an experienced guide and wonderful views.

You can combine a hiking trip with a photographic expedition or what about exciting fossil hunting? You can find 60-million-year-old plant fossils in Svalbard, which make a great souvenir to take home. Your guide will gladly inform you about Svalbard’s history and geology during a biscuit and drinks break in the detailed terrain. Learn more about the flora and fauna and take a closer look at various rock formations. On some hikes, you will be joined by pack dogs, while other hikes include a visit to Longyearbyen’s dog yards.

From the top of the popular Plateau Mountain (400 metres above sea level), you can enjoy a panoramic view of beautiful Longyearbyen, while if you choose to join a guided hike to Blomsterdalshøgda you will see the famous Global Seed Vault. If you choose a slightly longer hike to Trollsteinen, you will have the opportunity to cross a glacier and explore a fascinating moraine landscape. You can also choose a hike that concludes with a delicious dinner or lunch around an open fire.

In the wintertime, you can also choose snowshoeing. Join us on a guided snowshoeing trek across a frozen glacier landscape and enjoy the peace and tranquillity. Another option is going on a snowshoeing trek in the Polar Night to chase the Northern Lights, an evening activity you will never forget. If you want to experience walking on a glacier, you can put on snowshoes and visit an ice cave.

No matter which hike you choose, don’t forget to wear suitable footwear and bring your camera!

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    Arctic Nature - Husky-walk - Svalbard Villmarkssenter

    Longyearbyen

    Together with a few furry companions from our dogyard, we explore the nearby surroundings while looking for wildlife like birds, reindeer and the occasional polar fox.

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    • 2 - Suitable for most

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    • Hiking
    • Sightseeing and lectures

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    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 99 reviews99 reviews
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    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 962 reviews962 reviews

    Nordenskiöldtoppen Trekking - Poli Arctici

    Longyearbyen

    This challenging day hike is a local favourite. Climb to the top of the highest peak near Longyearbyen (1051m above sea level) for an unforgettable adventure and the best views around!

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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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    • Food
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    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating

    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 962 reviews962 reviews
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    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 540 reviews540 reviews

    Hike to Platåfjellet - Svalbard Adventures

    Longyearbyen

    Experience Longyearbyen's most popular mountaintop and enjoy the view over the town and the surrounding mountains.
    This well-known hiking trip is a local favorite, thanks to its proximity to the center and the fantastic panoramic view from the top.

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    • 3 - Demands average physical fitness, not suitable if you have limited mobility (uneven and partly steep terrain).

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    • Environmentally-friendly company
    • Hiking

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    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 540 reviews540 reviews
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    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 613 reviews613 reviews

    Wintercamp 3 days: Hike with snowshoes and overnight in base camp - Svalbard Wildlife Expeditions

    Longyearbyen

    If you have a strong passion for nature as well as for the Arctic, surely you will want to try to immerse yourself completely in Svalbard, without distractions “Only by immersing completely will you be able to hear his voice” everything will be…

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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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    • Food
    • Hiking
    • Tent accomodation

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    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 613 reviews613 reviews
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    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 872 reviews872 reviews

    A historic walk in Adventdalen – Hurtigruten Svalbard

    Longyearbyen

    On this relatively easy hike, you'll get an introduction to the history of the brave huntsmen on Svalbard and the scientific endeavors that have shaped our understanding of the Arctic climate and environment

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    • 2 - Suitable for most

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    • Environmentally-friendly company
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    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 872 reviews872 reviews
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    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 83 reviews83 reviews

    Mountain Scrambling - mountain hike from Longyearbyen - Basecamp Explorer Spitsbergen

    Longyearbyen

    This is the trip for those who wish to take a different hiking trip in the breath-taking nature in Spitsbergen. Join our experienced guide on a daytrip on the mountains around Longyearbyen

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    • 3 - Demands average physical fitness, not suitable if you have limited mobility (uneven and partly steep terrain).

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    • Environmentally-friendly company
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    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 83 reviews83 reviews
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    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 855 reviews855 reviews

    Summer adventure on a snowmobile - Better Moments

    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.

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    • 3 - Suitable for most without any snowmobile experience. Through some rugged terrain.

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    • Food
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    • Snowmobile

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    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 855 reviews855 reviews
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    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 962 reviews962 reviews

    Sarkofagen Trekking - Poli Arctici

    Longyearbyen

    Explore Longyearbyen’s backyard by hiking to the top of Sarkofagen, a high point overlooking town. Then, descend from Sarkofagen by hiking across the Longyear Glacier.

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    • 3 - Demands average physical fitness. Not suitable if you have limited mobility (uneven and partly steep terrain)

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    • Food
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    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 962 reviews962 reviews
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    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 416 reviews416 reviews

    Bird Spotting Excursion, followed by Arctic BBQ - Spitzbergen Adventures

    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…

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    • 2 - Available for most

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    • Food
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    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 416 reviews416 reviews
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    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 872 reviews872 reviews

    Hike from sea to summit -Hurtigruten Svalbard

    Longyearbyen

    Hike with a view! This trip offers different experiences from what you can get close to Longyearbyen. We use open polarcircel boats to take us across the Adventfjord to Revneset, from where we’ll start our hike.

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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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    • Hiking
    • Open boat

    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating

    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 872 reviews872 reviews
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    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 416 reviews416 reviews

    Sarkofagen - on foot in the realm of the glaciers - Spitzbergen Adventures

    Longyearbyen

    We will pick you up at the hotel you're staying at and drive to Nybyen where we prepare for the hike and start on the ascent of the eastern slope of Sarkofagen. We'll have a longer break followed by a warm lunch and hot drinks on the top, after…

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    • 3 - Demands average physical fitness, not suitable if you have limited mobility (uneven and partly steep terrain)

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    • Food
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    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 416 reviews416 reviews
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    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 613 reviews613 reviews

    Hiorthhamn: Nature hike to a historical mining settlement - Svalbard Wildlife Expeditions

    Longyearbyen

    Join us for an exciting adventure, out of town to an old historical mining settlement. If we are lucky, and the night is clear, we can see nature's own magical lights: The northern lights.

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    • 2 - Suitable for most

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    • Environmentally-friendly company
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    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating

    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 613 reviews613 reviews
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    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 83 reviews83 reviews

    Winter hike with visit in ice cave - Basecamp Explorer Spitsbergen

    Longyearbyen

    The glaciers close to Longyearbyen is stretching from the towering summits of the nearby mountains. We will hike up in the hilly terrain by the foot of the glacier and soon discover the imposing meltwater channels forming the ice caves in Svalbard.

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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
    • Hiking
    • Ice cave

    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating

    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 83 reviews83 reviews
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    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 612 reviews612 reviews

    Nordenskiöld Land – Wilderness adventure: 4 days hiking and overnight in tent - Svalbard Wildlife Expeditions

    Longyearbyen

    Behind Longyearbyen lies Nordenskiold Land; a vast expanse of countless glacial valleys and imposing barren mountains
    We spend 4 days in this great outdoors. With our tents, we will set out on a hike along coastlines and over mountain plateaus

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    • 5 - Demands above average physical fitness, high level of physical activity over an extended period in uneven terrain

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    • Environmentally-friendly company
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    • Hiking
    • Tent accomodation

    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating

    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 612 reviews612 reviews
  15. On the lookout for wildlife! Nature Hike through the valley of Bjørndalen - Snowfox Travel

    Longyearbyen

    Join us on this easy accessible, but stunning nature hike, which will take us through the beautiful valley of Bjørndalen.

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    • 2 - Suitable for most

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    • Food
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  16. Leaving only footprints - 2 day nature hike to Grumantbyen - Snowfox Travel

    Longyearbyen

    Join us in summer for a dive into the wilderness of Svalbard, on our two-day hiking experience along the beautiful coastline of the Isfjord, towards a historical mining settlement.
    This hike will give you a true Arctic nature experience.

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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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    • Food
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  17. Easy Hike and Wildlife: The guide's choice - Perfect for strollers and nature lovers - Rana Itinerans

    Longyearbyen

    An easy activity focused on experiencing the wilderness.
    With a combination between driving and hiking, the tour can include different slopes, terrain and several destinations, depending on the interests and level of the participants.

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    • 2 - Suitable for most

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    • Hiking
    • Photo safari
    • Sightseeing and lectures
  18. Evening hike to the summit of Blomsterdalen and Seed Vault visit - Snowfox Travel

    Longyearbyen

    Ready to join us for an exciting evening hike to the summit of Blomsterdalen, next to the Svalbard Global Seed Vault? Learn more about this interesting and unique seed vault and experience the rich history of coal mining in this area of Svalbard.

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    • 3 - Demands average physical fitness, not suitable if you have limited mobility (uneven and partly steep terrain)

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    • Hiking
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    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 612 reviews612 reviews

    Sarkofagen - Local’s Favourite: Hike to the Glacier - Svalbard Wildlife Expeditions

    Longyearbyen

    Explore a fascinating glacier world close to town with meltwater channels, mountains and moraines.

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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
    • Hiking

    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating

    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 612 reviews612 reviews
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    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 44 reviews44 reviews

    Private hiking tours - Backyard Svalbard

    Longyearbyen

    We design special tours for families, hikers, and more experienced mountain scramblers. This product is customized for your group. Examples might be an easy hike with a bonfire, ridge rides or just a guide with rifle to accompany you.

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    • 2 - Suitable for most

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    • Food
    • Handicap-friendly
    • Hiking
    • Photo safari

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    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 44 reviews44 reviews
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