Svalbard Coast to Cost Ski Expedition
Coast to Coast Ski Expedition
“For a four day extreme adventure in the Arctic, this ski safari will take you from Spitsbergen’s western to eastern coasts. Cross over giant glaciers and smooth, snowy land until you reach your destination point. Each evening you will be lucky enough to camp out and relax in the natural wonderland that is Spitsbergen. Never have you seen skies this clear!”
What We Love
It's not quite as time-consuming as the 30-day tour from north to south, but still shows off the Arctic's awe-inspiring beauty to willing adventurers
Ski over massive glaciers every day
Cook your own meals and set up camp in the remote wilderness
Sleep beside the massive Von Post glacier on your first night
Take in views from over 650 ft above sea level
Catch a polar bear swimming, playing, or lounging on drifting sheets of ice
What's Included
Meals during the ski safari
Experienced guide who is equipped with safety gear
Transport to and from starting location
Shared equipment, tent, sleeping mats
What to Know
This trip takes place during early May
The average temperature is about 23-40 degrees farenheit
Your travel schedule might change if the weather requires it
Participants must be physically capable of skiing 6-9 miles a day while carrying a pulka behind them and have experience with winter camping
Minimum age is 18 years old
Details
Prices start at $1,915 per person
Not included: Airfare, accommodations and meals in Longyearbyen, sleeping bag, skis, beverages, travel insurance, clothing, and equipment.
Sample Itinerary
Day 1: PREPARATION
Packing all the necessary equipment while listening to an informational briefing about how to use ski, cooking, and tent equipment during the excursion.
Ride from Longyearbyen to Tempelfjorden on a snowmobile where you will begin your skiing safari. Start off heading east to the Von Post Glacier, which will offer incredible sight-seeing, as well as a place to camp for the evening.
Day 2: JOURNEY TO HAYES GLACIER
Continue your expedition up the Von Post Glacier where you will be surrounded by remarkable views of the surrounding landscape. On your way to the next glacier and campsite, Hayes Glacier, you'll ski past other massive glaciers as well as exposed rocky mountain ridges known as nunataks. Keep an eye out for Panoramaberget and Skinnluva emerging from the ice.
Day 3: JOURNEY TO KONIGSBERG GLACIER
Ski down Hayes Glacier and make your final campsite at Konigsberg Glacier. Along the way, you might find luck in seeing some polar bears!
Day 4: FAREWELL
Your final day will be spent skiing along the coast until you reach George Bjonnes's old trappers cabin where you will be met with snowmobiles to transport you back to Longyearbyen.
