Arctic Mix: Ski Touring with Snowmobile - Svalbard Wildlife Expeditions

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Join us for some snowmobile-accessed ski touring to explore Svalbard’s stunning mountain areas!
This is a truly unique experience, and few places in the world offer such easy access to Arctic ski touring as Svalbard.

After pickup from your accommodation, your guide will brief you on the day’s activity and check the equipment.
The snowmobile tour starts in the center of Longyearbyen, and within 1-2 hours we’ll reach the mountain area with numerous descent options.
At the base of the mountain, we’ll switch to ski gear and begin our adventure, often with the entire slope to ourselves.

This exclusive tour is designed for small groups and led by an experienced guide.
The tour lasts a full day, with expedition style lunch served in the mountains.
We recommend bringing your own ski equipment, though ski and avalanche gear rental is available.

Experience Required:
Prior ski touring experience is necessary, as this is a demanding tour. You should be comfortable skiing off-piste and have previous ski touring experience.
Avalanche safety equipment is mandatory for all ski trips with Svalbard Wildlife Expeditions.*

Price Includes:
Round-trip transport from your accommodation
Snowmobile, fuel, and necessary snowmobile gear
Food and warm drinks
Guide with essential safety equipment

Recommended to Bring:
- Ski boots*
- Ski equipment (skis, poles, skins, and helmet)*
- Avalanche gear (probe, shovel, and beacon)*
- Warm clothing
- Cold drink (preferably in a thermos, as liquids can freeze)
- Camera
- Daypack

*Rental options:
NOK 450 for avalanche equipment
NOK 1100 for ski equipment including boots.