4-Day Snowmobile Expedition – East to South
with Snowfox Travel
About the tour
Why choose between the East Coast and the South when you can do both? This 500 km expedition takes you from drifting sea ice, icebergs and polar bear country on the east coast to hidden southern valleys that few visitors ever see.
It starts with a welcome dinner and briefing the evening before. Day 1 takes us over glaciers to the east coast and our first wilderness camp. Day 2 crosses towards Van Mijenfjorden and Paulabreen and a warm tent camp. Day 3 goes towards Kapp Morton, with ice fishing at Linnévatnet for our dinner. Day 4 includes an ice cave, a view of Barentsburg from a distance, the coastline, and a farewell dinner in town. Everyone takes turns on polar bear watch at night.
Physical Requirements
Previous snowmobile experience is an advantage. Long days through some rugged terrain.
Practical information
Included in the trip
Dress in layers – it’s the best way to stay warm. It is better to be too warm than too cold!
- Professional guide
- Transport to and from your hotel
- Snowmobile with fuel
- Snowmobile suit, boots, gloves, helmet and goggles
- All meals and warm drinks
- Warm sleeping bag and mat (or hammock) and overnight equipment
- Search and rescue insurance
- Welcome dinner and farewell dinner
Recommended to bring
- Several layers of wool under the suit
- Thin gloves for under the mittens
- A small backpack, since not all snowmobiles have storage
Important Information
- This trip depends on weather and ice conditions
- A valid driving licence for car, motorcycle or snowmobile, valid in Svalbard, is required to drive
- No refund if you cannot show a valid licence
- Everyone joins the polar bear watch at night
Cancellation Policy
22 days or more prior to departure gives a 95% refund
8-21 days prior gives a 50% refund
0-7 days prior gives no refund
If you need to cancel, please let us know in writing. There is no refund for route changes, sickness, cancelled or delayed flights or other things outside the operator’s control, so we recommend travel insurance.
