Things to do in Longyearbyen, Svalbard: The Best Ski & Snow Tours

March 4, 2022 Jana Sager

Longyearbyen is a great jumping-off point for experiencing the humbling power of the Arctic islands. Glaciers, mountains and primitive wildlife are the main attractions here. Be warned, though: Those polar bears look cuddly enough, but they are extremely dangerous and don't take kindly to gawking tourists.
Restaurants in Longyearbyen

1. Green Dog Svalbard

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5.0 based on 995 reviews

Green Dog Svalbard

Green Dog separates from other commercial dog kennels at Svalbard, since our dogs are a mix between the Greenland dog and husky – and also, since our family, consisting of 2 adults and 4 children – and our guides – are living at the kennel, year round. We put dog welfare above all, so it was a natural choice to live at the kennel, to be present with our 4 legged friends, at all times. When our dogs retire, we put great effort in finding new families for them and this has resulted in many happy relationships. You can read about some of our pensioners at the blog at www.greendog.no. We offer tours with our dogs year around - on dog sledges in winter and on carts or by foot, accompanied by a happy Green Dog, in summer. To give you the best experince, our sled tours are for maximum 8 guests and everybody gets the chance to steer the dog sled. All of our tours inludes coffee & bisquits and we offer a 50% discount for children up to 12 years. We look forward seeing you!

2. Poli Arctici

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5.0 based on 599 reviews

Poli Arctici

Snowmobile tour, hiking, skiing, expeditions in Svalbard, transports in the field. Overnight in cabin. Boat trips. daytrips and long overnight trips

3. Arctic Adventures

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5.0 based on 217 reviews

Arctic Adventures

Arctic Adventures is owned and run by Jens Abild who has more than 20 years experience as an expedition leader, with both scientific and recreational expeditions, in the Arctic and Antarctic. Since we have high focus on the individual and we want to provide safe and exciting experiences in a friendly atmosphere, we are operating with small Groups. We will give you the little extra personal touch and we are looking forward to help you fulfill Your wishes.

4. Husky Travellers

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5.0 based on 312 reviews

Husky Travellers

Experience the joy of dog sledding in Svalbard with our small family business! We have experience from long-distance dog racing and trips to the North Pole and have been active on Svalbard more than 10 years. We customize tours for all levels of experience – from family tours with small children to longer expeditions with experienced mushers.

5. Backyard Svalbard

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5.0 based on 3 reviews

Backyard Svalbard

Ski touring in Longyearbyen, Svalbard. Private tours, local guides.

6. Svalbard Wildlife Expeditions

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4.5 based on 268 reviews

Svalbard Wildlife Expeditions

The nature in Svalbard is beautiful, majestic, attractive and demanding. An encounter with this Arctic wilderness makes an impression on people who experience it. The team at Svalbard Wildlife Expeditions AS make the conditions favourable so that you as a whole can actively take part in Svalbard nature-based adventures.

7. Spitzbergen Adventures

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4.5 based on 328 reviews

Spitzbergen Adventures

Tour operator in the arctic offering snowmobiling, ice cave, sightseeing, hiking and many more activities. We also facilitate media productions and logistic operations. Owner run company with highly professional service.

8. Trapper's Station

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4.5 based on 5 reviews

Trapper's Station

Trapper’s Station – home to the Arctic trappers and their 90 Alaskan huskies. The loud barking of the huskies is the first thing you’ll notice as you approach the Trapper’s Station. Despite the noise they make, the dogs are friendly and eager to take you for a sled ride through the wild Arctic scenery. Besides dog sledding, at Trapper’s Station you’ll experience how it was to be a trapper. Listen to the great stories about making a living from winter hunting. Sleep in at our wooden gamma with open fire and sleeping bags. In the evenings, we serve a meal that will take you back to the trappers’ daily lives, and to times of celebration when they would prepare a real feast. Trapper’s Station is part of Basecamp Explorer Spitsbergen, which operates day trips and expeditions from Basecamp Hotel to Nordenskiold Lodge and Isfjord Radio.

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