Ice climbing and snowmobile tour - Backyard Svalbard

About

Ice climbing is a fascinating winter sport that is attracting more and more people.
Climbing frozen waterfalls takes you to beautiful winter landscapes that you would otherwise never get to see.
Equipped with crampons and ice tools, you climb wild ice structures and are always secured by a rope. 

After the welcome and handing out of equipment, we will drive a few minutes to the icefall where we will be climbing today.
There are both very easy and difficult routes right next to each other, which is why every participant will have an unforgettable experience on this day.
After we have all put on our equipment, the guide will give you a safety briefing.
Then off we go. The first attempts are made with assistance and under full supervision.
We then climb, always secured in the top rope, until we run out of energy. 

Trip Highlights: 

Pickup from Your Hotel: Our guides will collect you from your accommodation. 
Gear Up: Get equipped with ice axes, crampons, and safety gear. 
Scenic Drive: Hop into our vehicle and head to a stunning waterfall near the Arctic Ocean. 
Icefall Exploration: Approach the icefall and familiarize yourself with the gear. 
Adrenaline Rush: Climb the ice using your strength and skill, gripping ice axes and securing crampons. 
Certified Guides: Our experienced climbing instructors ensure safety and provide expert guidance. 
Small Group: Enjoy an exclusive experience with a maximum of 4 participants. 

Gear you should have 
- Mountaineering boots (Semi-Automatic or Full-Automatic) 
- Down jackets  
- Shell-Jacket and Pants 
- 1 pair of Very warm gloves + 1 pair thinner gloves 

Gear we provide 
- Harness + prusik + carabiners 
- Crampons  
- Ice axes 
- Rope  

Program: 
Pick up 09.00 at the hotel
Preparations and climbing sessions 09.30
Lunch 11.30
Back in hotel at 14.00.

Other: Minimum 16 years. Requires good fitness

Autumn Ice Climbing (20 September – 15 November)
During the autumn season, we offer ice climbing near Longyearbyen without the use of snowmobiles. The frozen waterfalls form close to town, making it possible to reach them on foot or by car.

Price: NOK 3000 per person
Duration: ~4.5 hours

This version is ideal for those visiting outside the snowmobile season and still looking for a vertical challenge in the Arctic.

Contact us at booking@backyardsvalbard.com if you are interested in either the Ice climbing with Snowmobile or The Autumn Ice Climbing

Included:
- Arctic nature guide with climbing certification
- Climbing equipment (helmet, harness, crampons, ice axes)
- Warm drinks and snacks
- Safety gear and insurance
- Transport to/from accommodation

Contact us if you have questions:
Mail: booking@backyardsvalbard.com
Tel: +47 988 02 283