Why Svalbard?
Experience the Polar North
Svalbard is one of the most intriguing corners of the World – the northernmost place that's inhabited year-round. It's an archipelago located in the Arctic Ocean, between Norway and the North Pole, also known as Spitsbergen.
About 2,600 people live here, hailing from over 50 different countries. You're more likely to encounter a polar bear than another person. In the capital, Longyearbyen, about 80% of Svalbard's entire population resides.
Despite being one of the coldest settlements, the people here are extraordinarily welcoming, and the atmosphere is cozy and warm. There are no traffic lights, no street names, and no prisons. It's a dream destination because in summer, it remains light for 24 hours a day. Our biggest worry is that you'll love the Arctic adventure so much, we'll return without half the group.
Anyone can live in Svalbard freely – no visa or additional documents needed. The adventures here are cold but wild, beautiful, and unparalleled. The mountains, tundras, and skies create postcard-like landscapes that stay imprinted in your mind.
Is this journey meant for you?
Challenge
Comfort
Nature
Culture
Here, you truly find yourself at the edge of the world.
We will be travelling in April, so we'll be enveloped in daylight all day long. Although it's located beyond the Arctic Circle, in winter the archipelago has temperatures around 20 degrees higher than areas of the same latitude in Russia and Canada, thanks to a warm Atlantic current that washes its shores.
Still, pack your warm clothes, but the cold has its advantages - no mosquitoes, no sweating, and nature is perfectly preserved, just like in a refrigerator. And it's enchanting – fjords covered with blue sea ice, glaciers, tundra, majestic mountains, and impressive wildlife, in other words – endless, pristine Arctic wilderness, where the true ruler is the polar bear.
You can join the waiting list, or if you fancy exploring on your own, we can arrange something special just for you and your crew.
"The Arctic Desert" Svalbard
Svalbard is classified as a desert. Due to its rocks and ice, low temperatures, and low humidity, Svalbard falls into the northern part of our planet known as the 'Arctic Desert.' The area receives minimal precipitation, and the air is almost as dry as it would be in a 'hot' desert.
Svalbard might just save humanity as we know it. It is home to the Global Seed Vault on the island of Spitsbergen – the northernmost inhabited place on the planet, where deep underground, in the safety of permafrost, over 1 million seed samples from around the world are securely stored.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Is something unclear?
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Can you get mobile service and internet access?
You will have internet and coverage everywhere.
What's the currency and how much money should I carry with me?
Accommodation, transport, activities, and breakfasts are included in the price. Lunches and dinners are not covered, giving you the freedom to choose meals that suit your taste. With this in mind, budget around 500 euros per person.
What's the temperature like, and is it suitable for kids?
Temperatures range from -10 to -20 degrees, and we don't recommend bringing young children along.
What documents do I need for the journey?
With an international passport, valid for at least 6 months after the end date of the adventure.
Ready for an adventure?
Signed up for the expedition, but wondering what to pack? You can tick off the gear here to make sure you've got everything ready.
Pack your bags and be prepared for the eternal winter of Svalbard and the year-round low temperatures.
Clothing
Thick Winter Trousers (for Skiing)
Winter gloves, hat, scarf
Winter (Ski) Jacket
Beachwear (swimsuit)
T-shirts
Thermal Underwear
Warm clothes
Warm Socks + Spare Pair
Shower Slippers
GEAR
Binoculars (personal choice)
External Battery (power bank)
Reusable cup or mug
Personal Medications
Small Daypack for Day Hikes (15L)
Essential Personal Hygiene Supplies
Ski Goggles
Thermos
