Fjord Safari to Nordenskiöld Glacier
with Svalbard Adventures
About the tour
Join us on the beautiful Isfjord and encounter raw nature, combined with a piece of Svalbard history. We sail towards Nordenskiöld Glacier, and on the way we will visit unique nesting areas for seabirds.
Get Close to Nature
We set off from Longyearbyen in RIB boat, heading towards Nordenskiöldbreen on a spectacular journey that brings you close to the breathtaking Arctic wilderness. Along the way, you can enjoy stunning views as we navigate through the rugged landscape, with the weather and wind as a natural part of the experience. We will also make a stop in Billefjorden, where we go ashore to explore the nature up close.
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Boat trip and the summer’s bustling wildlife
The summer in Svalbard offers a bustling wildlife, both on land and at sea. The bird life is rich at this time of the year, and often the birds are gathered on steep cliffs around Diabasodden which is our first stop on the trip. Of the most common species, we find king eider, arctic guillemots, puffins, various gulls, and the little auk, to name a few. Also keep your eyes up for seals, whales, and walruses.
Billefjorden’s many highlights
At the entrance to Billefjorden we visit Skansebukta. The bay is sheltered from the wind and bad weather, and in 1918 it was occupied by Dalen Portland Cementfabrik to extract gypsum. The gypsum extraction took place in two periods but became a short-lived project. Today, Skansebukta is a protected cultural monument and attracts residents and visitors to its beautiful area.
In the heart of the Billefjorden we find the now abandoned Russian mining town, Pyramiden, just below the iconic Pyramid Mountain. We will not disembark on this trip, but Pyramiden is clearly visible from the boat. We are sailing onwards to the Isfjord’s most impressive glacier – Nordenskiöldbreen.
The glacier front is high and majestic and is crowned by the two nunataks, the Terrier and Perrier mountains. If you are extra lucky, you can see several of Svalbard’s animal species in the area.
Lunch with a spectacular view
You’ll quickly understand why Nordenskiöldbreen is considered the most beautiful glacier in Isfjorden. Here, we’ll enjoy a warm expedition lunch while taking in the majestic Arctic scenery. A selection of hot drinks and biscuits will also be served – the perfect break in the heart of this spectacular landscape.
NB! Early in the season, there may be too much ice in Billefjorden for us to get all the way to Nordenskiöldbreen. There is still a lot of nature in the area that can be explored and maybe we are lucky to experience the wildlife that often bustles at this time of year.
Physical Requirements/Difficulty Grading System
Suitable for average physical fitness.
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!
- Transport to and from the accommodation
- Floating suit, life vest, shoes and goggles
- Guide with safety equipment
- Search and rescue insurance
- Warm lunch, hot drinks and biscuits
Important Information
- We do not recommend this tour if you are pregnant or have back problems.
- For safety reasons, all passengers must be able to understand and communicate in either Norwegian or English. If this is not possible, the passenger must be accompanied by someone who is fluent in one of these languages
- Age limit 12 years
- Clothing recommendations: Wool base layers, wool socks, windproof outerwear, and extra gloves.
- A small backpack for extra clothing and personal items.
- Please inform us in advance of any allergies or special preferences.
- No refunds will be given for route changes due to weather and ice conditions, illness, or flight cancellations.
- Guest safety will always be our top priority. We strongly recommend that our customers have travel insurance.
- Svalbard Adventures reserves the right to adjust departure times and cancel tours if the minimum number of participants is not met.
Cancellation Policy
- 22+ days beforeFull refund
- 21–8 days before50% cancellation fee
- 7–0 days before or no-showNo refund
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Individual Activity Bookings & Cancellations:
The full price of your activity is payable at the time of booking.
Based on the start date of the earliest product in your booking, the following cancellation charges apply:
22 days or more before: full refund
21 – 8 days before: 50% cancellation fee
7 – 0 days before or no-show: no refund; if unpaid, the outstanding amount will still be due.