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Svalbard Holiday Packages & Tours

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Svalbard is a Norwegian archipelago between mainland Norway and the North Pole, formerly known as Spitsbergen. As one of the world’s northernmost inhabited areas, it's known for its rugged, remote terrain of glaciers and frozen tundra sheltering polar bears, Svalbard reindeer and Arctic foxes.

The Northern Lights are visible during winter, and summer brings the “midnight sun”— sunlight 24 hours a day. Svalbard means "cold coasts" and the area was first mentioned in Icelandic texts in the 12th century.

However, the archipelago has a relatively mild climate compared to other areas at the same latitude. In Longyearbyen, the average temperature ranges from -14°C in winter to 6°C in summer.

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Summer Trekking in Svalbard Type: Guided Tour | Activity Holiday | Summer Holiday | Solo Traveller
4 days / 3 nights
from £ 1,945 pp

Summer Trekking in Svalbard

This tour allows you to experience one of the Northern most land masses on Earth. Svalbard is a mere 1,000 kilometers from the North Pole and will give you the opportunity to explore some extraordinary nature and see Arctic wildlife in its natural habitat.

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6 days / 5 nights
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Spitsbergen & Polar Bear Adventure Voyage

Explore the extraordinary Arctic landscape, glaciers and bird cliffs. Being above the Arctic Circle you will enjoy the midnight sun, with long days and light nights and if you are really lucky you'll see the King of the Arctic; the polar bear. Starting and ending in Longyearbyen in Svalbard, you set out to cruise the West coast of Spitsbergen in search of its beautiful and unique arctic flora and fauna.

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Why Visit Svalbard?

With its stunning landscapes and wildlife, polar bears outnumbering the human inhabitants, this small and colourful community has developed from being a typical village town into a modern community with different kinds of businesses and industries.

In addition to nature's beauty, Svalbard has a surprisingly wide range of cultural activities for you to engage in, such as concerts, shows, festivals and exhibitions.

Popular for it's midnight sun during summer months when the sun never sets, and the seemingly endless night during winter months, Svalbard is a sought-after destination all year round that would impress your senses and change your perception of nature in a way which no other destination can!

What To Do in Svalbard?

From hiking, visiting the Lars Glacier and the Longyear Glacier, going on boat trips, ice caves, dog sledding, witnessing the Northern Lights evening, going on cruise ships and expedition cruises, to wilderness camping, on a Svalbard holiday you will learn about the fauna and flora, and experience Arctic wildlife.

There are also several first-class bars and restaurants in Longyearbyen, of a much higher standard than you might expect from such a small community, including the northern-most Thai restaurant in the world or Svalbard brewery, world's northernmost brewery.

Advent Valley is famous for hiking and dog sledding, an amazing experience for husky dogs lovers. In local history, both whaling and trapping have been major activities in the archipelago, but now sustainability is the guiding principle in every way. Nearly two thirds of the surface of Svalbard is protected, with several nature reserves, national parks, bird sanctuaries and even a topological protected area.

Can You See the Northern Lights in Svalbard?

Yes you can, thanks to the polar nights and the low light pollution, this is a popular destination for people looking to experience the aurora borealis. You may experience the Northern Light especially during the dark nights in the winter season. If you are choosing this destination to experience the aurora borealis, you can do so by spending a wilderness evening at Camp Barentz, where you can enjoy your dinner and watch the Northern lights.

What Svalbard Holidays to Choose?

We have various Svalbard tours & holidays, mostly adventure and wildlife-related for the ambitious explorer traveller. Browse through and select your next holiday with Svalbard as your destination for an experience of a lifetime!

Can You See the Northern Lights in Svalbard?

Yes you can, thanks to the polar nights and the low light pollution, this is a popular destination for people looking to experience the aurora borealis. You may experience the Northern Light especially during the dark nights in the winter season. If you are choosing this destination to experience the aurora borealis, you can do so by spending a wilderness evening at Camp Barentz, where you can enjoy your dinner and watch the Northern lights.

What Svalbard Holidays to Choose?

We have various Svalbard tours & holidays, mostly adventure and wildlife-related for the ambitious explorer traveller. Browse through and select your next holiday with Svalbard as your destination for an experience of a lifetime!

 

Svalbard FAQs

What Continent Is Svalbard In?

Svalbard is part of Europe.

Is Svalbard a Country or an Island?

Svalbard is a Norwegian archipelago.

Do People Live on Svalbard?

Although the wildlife outnumbers the humans, there are a mix of people from 50 different nations living here, mostly Norwegians, Russians, and Ukrainians.

What Is the Population of Svalbard?

As of January 2022, 2,552 people are living in Svalbard, according to datareportal.com.

What Country Does Svalbard Belong To?

Svalbard is a sovereign archipelago, part of the Kingdom of Norway.

How Big Is Svalbard?

Svalbard's area is 61,045 km².

Where Is Svalbard Located?

Svalbard is located in the Arctic Ocean, north of Europe.

How Far Is Svalbard From the North Pole?

It is about halfway between the Northern Norway and the North Pole.

What Is the Climate Like in Svalbard?

The climate in Svalbard is Arctic, characterised by cold winters and cool summer months. The average summer temperature is between 3 to 7 °C, while in the winter, the temperature varies from −13 to −20 °C.

What Animals Live In Svalbard?

Svalbard's wildlife includes reindeer, polar bears, walruses, the arctic fox, puffins, and various species of seals and whales.

What Language Do They Speak in Svalbard?

Norwegian is the official language of Svalbard, but Swedish, Russian, Ukrainian are also spoken, and everyone understands English.

What Is the Currency of Svalbard?

The local currency in Svalbard is the Norwegian Krone, which is about 0.084 GBP.

What Is Svalbard Known For?

Apart from its sea ice and spectacular scenery, polar wilderness and polar nights, endless daylight, and three months long night during the winter, Svalbard archipelago is world known for the Svalbard Global Seed vault, Longyearbyen Svalbard and its coal mine industry, local wildlife, cliffs covered in nesting seabirds, and mighty glaciers which are attracting lots of tourists all year round.

How Many Polar Bears in Svalbard?

According to the Norwegian Polar Institute, the polar bears population has been growing in recent years to 3500 Svalbard polar bears.

How far is Svalbard from England?

The distance between England and Svalbard is 1847 miles.

Is Svalbard Visa Free?

Yes, there is no visa requirement to visit Svalbard.

When Is the Best Time to Visit Svalbard?

Svalbard is an all year round destination. However, the best time for a perfect holiday in Svalbard would be during summer months, from May to August, when you get to experience the midnight sun. But if you're looking to have the aurora borealis experience, a more convenient time will be between late September to middle March.

Where to Stay In Svalbard?

There are around 15 hotels that can accommodate you in Svalbard, amongst which there is the Funken Lodge boutique hotel, and the Radisson Blu Polar Hotel.

What Are Baltic Travel's Booking Conditions?

You can find out more by reading our booking conditions dedicated page, and make sure to check with your tour operators all the holidays details when booking.

Are Baltic Travel's Svalbard Tour Packages Flight Inclusive holidays?

Yes, we offer flight inclusive holidays to all destinations. All the flights and flight-inclusive holidays offer financial protection by the ATOL scheme. If you need further information regarding your travel arrangements, do not hesitate to contact our travel specialists.

 

Are you ready for your SVALBARD holiday? Book OUR tours and holidays today for a life-changing experience and tick SVALBARD off your bucket list. WE ARE SVALBARD EXPERTS, and we will take you there!

Reviews of Svalbard Holiday Packages & Tours


June 2024
Overall rating: (5/5)

Hi Laura, we had the best time! First morning on board - sorry, can't land, there's a polar bear out there. Distant, but within range of my camera. Same afternoon - there's a mother out there, with two cubs chilling out in the snow. The mother was eating a walrus. We also got a good view of an arctic fox, and the biggest pod of walruses they had ever seen - 200, or thereabouts. We had great weather. Although the cabins were very cramped, everything else was fantastic- the food, the guides, the other passengers (only 50 of them!) We had a marvellous holiday, but very busy at the moment catching up with everything, and will post reviews in a few days time. I attach some photos - terrific trip. Thanks, Elizabeth

June 2024
Overall rating: (5/5)

Hi Mark

We have not used Baltic Travel Company before but Mark listened to what we wanted And was on the end of an email to answer all our questions and the whole trip went off without a hitch.

We went to Svarlbard in May and the temperature was usually-3 or so which was no problem as we had the thermal layers on.

We were a bit chilled out on deck when on the boat trip but soon warmed up inside.

The hotel has a good reputation on the island and the buffet breakfast was amazing.

The room had amazing blackout curtains which are needed as it never got dark.

It was as bright at midnight as it was at midday.

We did a trip on the electric catamaran on the first day which was when we saw a Polar Bear.

It was a long way off on the shore but plenty of people had long lenses on their cameras so the pictures will be amazing.

We saw lots of birds which the crew named for us including Northern Fulmars and Puffins.

We also saw a Walrus resting on some ice as he floated by the ship.

There are plenty of shops in town if you need warmer clothes and a supermarket with a lane “only for locals” . Make of that what you will.

All the cars are unlocked and allegedly all the front doors so that if you see a Polar Bear you can hide so that you don’t become it’s lunch. This does not apply to the Reindeer that wander throughout the town.

The Camp Barenzs wilderness evening was great fun especially when the coach dropped us of in the middle of Polar Bear territory. We were met by the host who had a rifle over her shoulder and a pistol at her waist. The evening round the fire was great fun and the reindeer stew was lovely.

The Other boat trip was on a smaller faster boat and this time a Walrus came to see us and swam round the boat posing for photos.

Longyearbyen town is easy to walk round and accessible if you have mobility issues. 

September 2019
Overall rating: (5/5)

Good Afternoon Julija,

Thank you for getting in touch with me as per your below email.
I can confirm that the trip to Svalbard was really well organised by the Hurtigruten team and expedition team.  Lots of pictures (almost 93) and videos (around 20) were taken at different times/locations during the cruise tour.
Although we saw many walruses (about 7 in the water and many more on Moffen Island) and 5 polar bears we were unable to get close enough to get really good camera shots or videos.  I do appreciate and understand that were they were positioned it was not feasible to get close - shallow water.
My meals on board the MS Nordstjernen was generally good and they catered well for my dietary requirements, although I did struggle a bit a diner times and was not able to the starters and main desserts.  Apart from that the food was good and I ate well.
Just before we departed the MS Nordstjernen, the Hurtigruten Guides mentioned that we would all receive an email in PDF documenting the tour in detail.  This is something that has not happened and was wondering if you could make happen.
Attached are a few photos of the Fjords and Glaciers.
Kind regards,
Kevin

 

August 2019
Overall rating: (5/5)

Hi Inga,

Thanks for your efforts in arranging the trip, I had a excellent time.  

For a start I've never been on a plane with so many visibly excited adults when we landed! It's not often when you get off the plane that pretty much everyone is stood on the tarmac taking pictures already.  The Coal Miner's Cabin was a comfy stay for the night, with a great breakfast in the morning and lunch (with time for a wander into Longyearbyen).  The "city tour" was nice, particularly the Svalbard Museum, which was a great overview to the islands.

The boat being relatively small was good as you got to know a few people well during the trip which was nice.  The food was really good for every meal.  Being an older boat it had a nice classic feel, although it did mean it was a bit noisy.  The first night was all travelling, so not the most restful, but after that we were stationary a couple of times at night, and you got used to the noise.  My cabin was 'cosy' but as expected the only time I spent in there was to sleep, and the other facilities were good.

The organisation on board, the landings and the guides were fantastic.  The guide we had was really friendly and informative, and made sure we safe.  That we did see a Polar Bear was definitely down to their efforts - a tiny off white speck on the landscape is not something you'd notice unless you knew what you were looking for and really paying attention.  We were also lucky enough to see a Blue Whale on our final leg back to Longyearbyen.  All the landings were varied with little talks about ecology, history, geology etc.

I was really grateful to be one of the people getting the flight the next afternoon, rather than the one that meant you had to be off the boat at 1am!  Instead I got a decent night sleep, and a chance for another wander round Longyearbyen, which is very different when there's not a massive cruise ship in port.

The flight back to Oslo was a bit odd with the stop at Tromso; where you have to get off, do passports, collect baggage, walk through customs, check in baggage and get back on the same plane!

The hotel in Oslo was great - nice room.  And I did a nice walking tour around the main sights of Oslo.

Overall a fantastic trip.  I've attached a few photos.

Thanks

James

January 2019
Overall rating: (5/5)

Hi Daina 

We had the most amazing time in Svalbard, it was fantastic!!

And we heard all about the robbery, indeed nowhere to escape from there:)

Best regards and Happy New Year

Michèle 

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