Spitsbergen Ultimate Trekking
7 days, 5 Days trekking, hiking near Svea Glacier on Spitsbergen. | Spitsbergen Trekking is a five day long nature experience, walking among rising peaks and mighty glaciers, with a camp site next to the Svea glacier in Ekmanfjorden, at the west side of Spitsbergen.
This trekking tour on 78° north is excellent for everyone who enjoys trekking in the mountains and who would like to experience the Arctic landscapes and mountains, without having to carry a lot of heavy equipment. Two nights at Spitsbergen Guesthouse in Longyearbyen are included in the program, one night before, and one night after the trip.
How demanding is the tour?
You need to be in good physical condition for the Spitsbergen Trekking. We prefer participants that are fairly trained hikers. You must be aware that the weather can change quickly, and that the hikes are over rocky and rugged terrain, without any paths.
| Departure | Thursdays, July 15th, 22nd, 29th August 5th, 12th, 19th |
| Price | $2,275 per person in double room $2,500 single room / single tent |
| Included | Transfer on scheduled arrivals and departures Sightseeing and museum visit in Longyearbyen Overnight accommodation in double room (shared shower/wc) at Spitsbergen Guesthouse Tent completed with sleeping mats Meals in Longyearbyen and at the camp included according to program Wine and mineral water included at the campsites (not at the Guesthouse) Tour leaders during the entire tour Shared equipment, glacier equipment Experienced guide(s) All necessary safety equipment, etc. Rescue insurance |
| Not Included | International & domestic airfare Sleeping bag Personal clothing and equipment Alcoholic beverages Beer, wine, mineral water at the Guesthouse Personal travel insurance $25 Service fee |
| Please Note | Minimum is 6 persons and maximum is 18 persons per departure |
The tour itinerary The tour leader will meet the group at Longyearbyen airport on arrival, and stays with the group for the entire tour. Transfer from the airport to Spitsbergen Guesthouse. After a good night‟s sleep and a healthy breakfast at Spitsbergen Guesthouse, we spend the morning getting to know both each other, and Longyearbyen. If necessary, there is also time for some final shopping in Longyearbyen before we leave the civilization.
In the afternoon we are transported to our camp in Ekmanfjorden with open Polarcirkel boats. We cross Isfjorden, before we proceed further into Nordfjorden towards Ekmanfjorden. Ekmanfjorden is located in one of the areas of Svalbard, being most lush and rich in species. This gives us a unique nature experience, as well as excellent opportunities for a various range of trekking alternatives. Ekmanfjorden is part of the Nordre Isfjorden National Park, and many places we can study cultural remnants from both mining and exploration, as well as from hunting and trappers life.
The Spitsbergen Trekking tours are lead by our most experienced tour leaders. The camp is equipped with large tents used during meals, drying clothes, etc., and smaller tents where we sleep. There are no paths or roads where we go hiking. The terrain is rocky, wild, untouched and beautiful! Every day we may choose between a short and a long walk. We can stroll along the picturesque coves and islets, or along the lush beach plains. We can climb ice, walk on the glacier or go for a hike in the Lappdalen valley, in Haugsmarka or on Bertilryggen, or we can enjoy the superb view from the mountain Mediumfjellet. Leaving the camp for our daily hikes, we only have to bring small backpacks. We don't have to worry neither about the weight, nor any sore shoulders!
We walk in small groups, together with our guide who knows the area, and who is also carrying all necessary safety equipment. The terrain is marvelous, and living in the camp intensifies the feeling of freedom and being in the Arctic.
After five days and four nights in our camp at 78° north, we're transported back to Longyearbyen with Polarcirkel boats. In the evening we'll gather for a farewell dinner and a summary of the trip in Funktionærmessen restaurant at Spitsbergen Hotel.
Day by Day Itinerary Thursday – Wednesday (6 nights)
Day 1 ARRIVAL LONGYEARBYEN Thursday
20:40 SK4496 from Oslo direct 20:40, arr 23:30.
22:50 SK4492 from Tromsø, arr 00:30+1.
23:30 Transfer to Spitsbergen Guesthouse after arrival, included.
00:30 Transfer to Spitsbergen Guesthouse after arrival, included.
Day 2 DEPART FOR EKMANFJORDEN Friday
07:00 Breakfast is served until 10:00.
09.00 Information meeting/ briefing at the guesthouse.
10:00 A walk in Longyearbyen with your guide, visit at the Svalbard Museum, final shopping if needed.
12:30 Lunch in Brasseri Nansen at Radisson Blu Polar Hotel Spitsbergen.
14:00 Transport with Polarcirkel boats to the camp in Ekmanfjorden.
Day 3 - 6 HIKING EKMANFJORDEN Saturday - Tuesday
Camping and hiking in the Ekmanfjorden area. The area offers the possibilities to hike on the glacier, and a wide range of nice trekking routes. All the time we are surrounded by beautiful, scenic landscapes, next to the fjord, between the mountains and in front of the glaciers.
We use one camp during the trekking tour, to sleep and prepare all meals.
Packed lunch will be prepared every morning, and we stop for lunch out in the field.
Day 6 RETURN TO LONGYEARBYEN Tuesday
18:30 Pick up by Polarcirkel boats in the early afternoon, and transport back to Longyearbyen.
Farewell dinner in Funktionærmessen Restaurant at Spitsbergen Hotel (10 minutes walk from the guesthouse).
Day 7 DEPARTURE LONGYEARBYEN Wednesday
07:00 Breakfast is served until 10:00.
11:00 Latest check out. Luggage can be stored at the Guesthouse until transfer to the airport.
13:00 Time on your own. It is possible to join one of our daily excursions. This is optional and can be booked at the reception desk.
14.45 Transfer to the airport included
SK 4425 to Oslo via Tromsø, arr. 19:00.