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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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    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

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    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 831 reviews831 reviews
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    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 463 reviews463 reviews

    Platåfjellet - Longyearbyen with a view - Spitzbergen Adventures

    Longyearbyen

    We will pick you up at the hotel you're staying at and drive to "Taubanesentralen" the Cableway station: where we prepare for the hike and start on the ascent towards Varden and Platåfjellet

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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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    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating

    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 463 reviews463 reviews
  3. Endalen - Valley of a thousand streams & waterfall - Snowfox Travel

    Longyearbyen

    Spend a unique day with us into the valley of Endalen.
    A valley away from the crowds, where thousand of small streams find their way through the impressive Arctic landscape.

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    • 3 - Demands average physical fitness, not suitable if you have limited mobility (uneven and partly steep terrain)
    • 5 - Demands above average physical fitness, high level of physical activity over an extended period in uneven terrain.

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    • Food
    • Hiking
  4. Guided phototour - Rana Itinerans

    Longyearbyen

    Do you dream of natural ice sculptures, mountains falling into the sea, wildlife, industrial features?
    We take you to the best spots fitting your interests, observing wildlife and will also be able to help you with some photography basics.

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    • 2 - Suitable for most

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    • Hiking
    • Photo safari
    • Sightseeing and lectures
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    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 1055 reviews1055 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
    • Hiking

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    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 1055 reviews1055 reviews
  6. Let’s go for the top! - Mountain hike to Trollsteinen - Snowfox Travel

    Longyearbyen

    During this challenging but beautiful hike, you will discover why this mountain peak is called Trollsteinen. Enjoy beautiful landscapes and amazing 360 degree views, 850 meters above sea level.

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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
    • Hiking
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    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 463 reviews463 reviews

    Bjørndalen walk with BBQ -Experience for everyone - Spitzbergen Adventures

    Longyearbyen

    Bjørndalen is a place which offers you several characteristics from Svalbard in one location. The surroundings offer both impressive mountains, fjord and wildlife. You will find everything in one valley. You can spend hours in this valley and keep…

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    • 2 - Suitable for most

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    • Food
    • Hiking
    • Sightseeing and lectures

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    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 463 reviews463 reviews
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    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 831 reviews831 reviews

    Fuglefjella: Wildlife Hike from the Coast - Svalbard Wildlife Expeditions

    Longyearbyen

    The bird mountain entitled “Fuglefjella” is well-known for its bustling wildlife with sea birds like the little auk to guillemots, gulls and fulmars.

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    • Environmentally-friendly company
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    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 831 reviews831 reviews
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    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 990 reviews990 reviews

    New adventures with old legends - Better Moments

    Longyearbyen

    During this Arctic evening, we will take you on an off-road hike in the outskirts of Longyearbyen.
    After the hike, we will serve you a two-course dinner in our brand new “explorers club”, and tell you stories about our arctic explorers.

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    • 2 - Suitable for most

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    • Food
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    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 990 reviews990 reviews
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    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 685 reviews685 reviews

    Fjord Safari to Elveneset with a Hike to Hyperittfossen - Svalbard Adventures

    Longyearbyen

    Spectacular RIB safari through Isfjorden, where we combine a fjord adventure with a scenic hike to the impressive Hyperittfossen waterfall. This tour offers a unique opportunity to experience Svalbard’s landscapes both from the sea and on foot

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    • 3 - Suitable for those in normal physical condition.

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    • Environmentally-friendly company
    • Food
    • Open boat

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    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 685 reviews685 reviews
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    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 99 reviews99 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
    • Hiking

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    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 99 reviews99 reviews
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    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 990 reviews990 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
    • Hiking
    • Snowmobile

    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating

    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 990 reviews990 reviews
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    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 831 reviews831 reviews

    3-day Snowshoe Winter Camp - Svalbard Wildlife Expeditions

    Longyearbyen

    Learn the basic of expedition life. Try snowshoes, hauling a sled and camp in Svalbard's untouched wilderness.

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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
    • Expedition
    • Food
    • Hiking
    • Tent accomodation

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    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 831 reviews831 reviews
  14. Kids activities family tour - Rana Itinerans

    Longyearbyen

    Perfect for families or adding some fun to an easy hike for groups.
    This is a family tour combining interesting activities for both adults and kids.

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    • 2 - Suitable for most

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    • Hiking
    • Photo safari
    • Sightseeing and lectures
  15. Cruise welcome - Nature & Wildlife experience - Snowfox Travel

    Longyearbyen

    We welcome you in Longyearbyen! This activity gives you both nature and wildlife experience when you arrive in Longyearbyen.

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    • 2 - Suitable for most

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    • Hiking
    • Sightseeing and lectures
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    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 831 reviews831 reviews

    4-day Wilderness Trek: Hike the Nordenskiöld Circuit - Svalbard Wildlife Expeditions

    Longyearbyen

    Four days of pure wilderness, tent life, and unforgettable Arctic landscapes. Perfect for those seeking adventure, tranquility and a true connection with nature

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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
    • Expedition
    • Hiking
    • Tent accomodation

    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating

    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 831 reviews831 reviews
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    Nordenskiöld Summit Hike - Svalbard Wildlife Expeditions

    Longyearbyen

    We head out for a full day mountain hike up towards Nordenskioldtoppen – surrounded by the untouched wilderness, across the moraine landscape, glaciers, and polygon field up on the mountain plain. If you are a true mountaineer, this is the trip for…

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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
    • Food
    • Hiking

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    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 831 reviews831 reviews
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    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 82 reviews82 reviews

    Hike to a magical ice cave in Svalbard - Backyard Svalbard

    Longyearbyen

    Imagine stepping into a magical world where everything is in ice – beautiful blue and white colours appear, and the silence is total. 

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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 - 82 reviews82 reviews
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    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 831 reviews831 reviews

    Arctic Challenge: Hike & kayak - Svalbard Wildlife Expeditions

    Longyearbyen

    The Arctic Challenge. We kayak across the fjord before we start climbing to the summit of Hiorthfjellet at 1000 meters.

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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
    • Hiking
    • Kayak

    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating

    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 831 reviews831 reviews
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    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 1101 reviews1101 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
    • Food
    • Hiking
    • Open boat

    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating

    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 1101 reviews1101 reviews
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