Foxfonna Wilderness Hike
with Svalbard Wildlife Expeditions
About the tour
We start by driving into the wide Advent Valley. Already here, the guide sets the scene with stories about the distinctive landscape we are entering. Around us, mountains with broad plateaus rise, and the valley opens up on a scale that’s hard to grasp. We continue up the mountainside along the old road leading to what was Longyearbyen’s last active coal mine. The higher we get, the wider the view becomes – with mountains stretching out toward the horizon, giving a true sense of the Arctic wilderness.
We park the car and begin the hike towards Foxfonna – a glacier resting on the mountain Breinosa. The first part of the walk is uphill, gaining around 250 vertical meters, before the terrain levels out and the view expands. Up here, we take a well-deserved break and enjoy lunch under the open sky. Along the way, we keep an eye out for Arctic wildlife such as arctic foxes, Svalbard ptarmigans, and other species adapted to this environment.
If time allows, we may make a few stops in Advent Valley on the way back to Longyearbyen.
This tour is perfect for those who enjoy walking in open terrain and want to experience both tranquility and sweeping views. This is the perfect trip to get out of town. Many choose this hike to explore another area than the mountains closer to town.
Physical Requirements
Suitable for those with average physical fitness. Moderately demanding hike in uneven terrain, with up to 350 meters total elevation gain.
Practical information
Included in the trip
Dress in layers – it’s the best way to stay warm. Remember: it is better to be too warm than to be too cold. And also – there is no bad weather, just bad clothing!
- Pick up from your hotel at 10:00 am | Return by 4:30 pm
- Guide with safety equipment
- Warm lunch, coffee and tea
- Equipment (hiking poles) if needed
Bring
- Sturdy & waterproof hiking boots (over the ankle) *
- Wool base layers, windproof jacket and outdoor pants
- Extra layer of clothing (warm sweater / puffy jacket)
- Hat, buff and windproof mittens /gloves
- Backpack (20 – 35 liters)
- Water Bottle
- * Muck Boots can be rented for 100 NOK
Important Information
- You must be able to communicate in English to join our excursions.
- To ensure your safety we may refuse participation if you are not properly dressed for hiking in the conditions
- Difficulty: 3/5
- Participants: 2–8
- Distance round-trip: 10 -12 km
- Elevation gain: 250 m
- Duration: 6,5 hours
- Minimum age: 12 (discount for children age 12 – 14)
Cancellation Policy
22 days prior to arrival give a full refund
8-21 days prior to arrival gives a 50% refund
0-7 days prior to departure gives no refund
Svalbard is beautiful, but also unpredictable. For your safety, our guides may need to move activities to another day or replace them with a different trip if conditions do not allow the original plan.
In rare cases, if the weather makes it impossible to run an activity at all, it may be cancelled. Should this happen, you will of course receive a full refund for the affected trip.
Your safety and comfort always come first, and we’ll do our best to make sure you still have a memorable experience.
