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Backyard Svalbard

Backyard Svalbard is Svalbard’s specialist in ski touring. Our passionate guides are certified and will show you the untouched wilderness in Svalbard. Welcome to our majestic backyard!

Read more about us at our web page https://www.backyardsvalbard.com/

Contact info:
Backyard Svalbard AS
Vei 306 2C, 9170 Longyearbyen
Booking@backyardsvalbard.com
Tel.: +47 988 02 283

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  1. 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
  2. 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
    • Hiking
  3. Ski touring in the backyard of Svalbard – Backyard Svalbard

    Longyearbyen

    Winter Ski Touring invites you to explore the raw wilderness of Svalbard during the heart of winter – a season of pristine snow, serene silence, and breathtaking landscapes.

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    • 4 - You need intermediate skiing skills and good physical fitness for ski touring in Svalbard. You should be comfortable skiing off-piste in variable snow conditions, be able to ascend using climbing skins, have good stamina and good level of control for your speed, and be able to handle unpredictable situations. This is not the tour for you if you need an introduction to ski touring and backcountry skiing

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    • Skiing
  4. Ski touring under the midnight sun – Backyard Svalbard

    Longyearbyen

    Experience an adventure like no other!
    When the night never turns dark, and the sky glows with the magical light of the
    midnight sun, we’ll take you to the peaks offering the most spectacular views of Svalbard.

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    • 4 - Intermediate skiing skills and good physical fitness

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    • Skiing
  5. Ice climbing and snowmobile tour - Backyard Svalbard

    Longyearbyen

    Go beyond the touristic trail and learn how to climb an ice wall and ride a snowmobile.

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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
    • Snowmobile
  6. Snowmobile and ice cave exploration - Backyard Svalbard'

    Longyearbyen

    ​​​​​Ride through the landscape on a snowmobile. Hidden within Svalbards untouched wilderness lies Tellbreen - the ice cave – that guards a secret world of ice. 

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    • 3 - Snowmobile: Suitable for most without any snowmobile experience. Through some rugged terrain. Ice cave: Average physical fitness.

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    • Food
    • Ice cave
    • Snowmobile
  7. Hiking tour with private guide: Svalbard Secrets and stunning views - Backyard Svalbard

    Longyearbyen

    Discover valleys and beautiful views only locals know.
    Our private hiking tours are designed to show you the best of Svalbard with nature, history and the arctic wilderness.

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    • 2 - The easiest hike - Suitable for most. Difficulty from 2-5, depending on the trip you choose.
    • 5 - Demands above average physical fitness, high level of physical activity over an extended period in uneven terrain.

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    • Food
    • Hiking
    • Photo safari
  8. Glacier hike and RIB - Backyard Svalbard

    Longyearbyen

    Hiking on a glacier and discovering the amazing landscape of the Arctic wilderness. We do tours for small groups and design the tour for you and your group according to your preferences.

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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
    • Open boat
  9. A night in the arctic wilderness with guide - Backyard Svalbard

    Longyearbyen

    Join our professional guide on a private expedition where we have handpicked campsite suited for the season and experience a true arctic camp adventure.

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    • 3 - Average physical fitness

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    • Expedition
    • Food
    • Hiking
    • Skiing
    • Tent accomodation
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