The “sunny winter” season brings short, bright days and thick snow across the landscape. This is the premier time for overland snowmobile expeditions and skiing down virgin slopes in complete seclusion. The pack ice is at its most extensive, offering the best conditions for tracking polar bears by snowmobile with expert guides.
Svalbard tours and cruises, expertly guided
Svalbard tours and cruises, expertly guided
Where the high Arctic wilderness, thundering glaciers and the "King of the Arctic" create a landscape of raw power, offering an unparalleled opportunity to explore the final frontier before the North Pole.
Svalbard tours and cruises, expertly guided
Where the high Arctic wilderness, thundering glaciers and the "King of the Arctic" create a landscape of raw power, offering an unparalleled opportunity to explore the final frontier before the North Pole.
A landscape of wind-swept peaks, teal-blue glaciers and frozen fjords
Svalbard is a land shaped by the elements, where jagged mountain ranges meet the deep blue of the Arctic Ocean. Travelling here reveals a world of extraordinary beauty and rare encounters, from tracking polar bears across the pack ice to watching walruses haul out on remote shores. Whether explored by private ice-breaker or heated expedition camp, Svalbard offers moments of profound silence and awe that feel deeply grounding and life-enhancing. It is a destination for travellers seeking to touch the true wild heart of the north.
A seasonal guide to Svalbard
Where our expeditions lead
Explore Svalbard through carefully selected regions, each revealing a different aspect of its Arctic environment.
Spitsbergen
The largest island in the archipelago, characterised by dramatic fjords and vast glaciers like the Monaco Glacier. We arrange private yacht charters that navigate these icy waters, providing unmatched opportunities for wildlife viewing and hiking ashore in total comfort.
Nordaustlandet
Reach the far northeast of the archipelago to witness a landscape dominated by massive ice caps and polar desert. This remote region is a hotspot for walrus colonies and the elusive narwhal, offering a level of isolation that feels truly like the edge of the world.
Isfjorden
One of the largest fjords in Svalbard, providing a diverse range of landscapes from bird cliffs to historic mining settlements. Our guests enjoy exclusive stays at remote adventure hotels and private zodiac cruises to see bearded and ringed seals lounging on the ice floes.
Liefdefjorden
Home to the thundering Monaco Glacier, a massive blue-tinted ice wall that is a highlight of any Svalbard cruise. Explore this majestic fjord by zodiac to witness the sheer scale of the ice and listen to the thundering sound of glaciers calving into the sea.
Hinloopen Strait
A narrow waterway between Spitsbergen and Nordaustlandet, known for its incredible density of seabirds and walruses. We curate expeditions that focus on boat-based wildlife spotting, navigating the pack ice in search of polar bears hunting on the frozen leads.
Barentsburg & Pyramiden
Step back in time by visiting these abandoned or semi-active Russian mining towns. Our experts provide private guided tours that reveal the unique history and archaeology of these isolated settlements, set against a backdrop of towering Arctic peaks.
Spitsbergen
The largest island in the archipelago, characterised by dramatic fjords and vast glaciers like the Monaco Glacier. We arrange private yacht charters that navigate these icy waters, providing unmatched opportunities for wildlife viewing and hiking ashore in total comfort.
Nordaustlandet
Reach the far northeast of the archipelago to witness a landscape dominated by massive ice caps and polar desert. This remote region is a hotspot for walrus colonies and the elusive narwhal, offering a level of isolation that feels truly like the edge of the world.
Isfjorden
One of the largest fjords in Svalbard, providing a diverse range of landscapes from bird cliffs to historic mining settlements. Our guests enjoy exclusive stays at remote adventure hotels and private zodiac cruises to see bearded and ringed seals lounging on the ice floes.
Liefdefjorden
Home to the thundering Monaco Glacier, a massive blue-tinted ice wall that is a highlight of any Svalbard cruise. Explore this majestic fjord by zodiac to witness the sheer scale of the ice and listen to the thundering sound of glaciers calving into the sea.
Hinloopen Strait
A narrow waterway between Spitsbergen and Nordaustlandet, known for its incredible density of seabirds and walruses. We curate expeditions that focus on boat-based wildlife spotting, navigating the pack ice in search of polar bears hunting on the frozen leads.
Barentsburg & Pyramiden
Step back in time by visiting these abandoned or semi-active Russian mining towns. Our experts provide private guided tours that reveal the unique history and archaeology of these isolated settlements, set against a backdrop of towering Arctic peaks.
The natural wonders
Svalbard is home to the king of the Arctic, with polar bears outnumbering humans across the archipelago. Massive walruses haul out on ice floes, while beluga and blue whales frequent the nutrient-rich coastal waters. The tundra supports resilient populations of Svalbard reindeer and Arctic foxes, while millions of seabirds swarm the cliffs during the summer months. The scenery itself is a wonder, with 60% of the land covered by glaciers and mountains that appear to rise directly from the deep blue sea.
The King of the Arctic
Spitsbergen, Svalbard
Svalbard Reindeer
Svalbard
The natural wonders
Svalbard is home to the king of the Arctic, with polar bears outnumbering humans across the archipelago. Massive walruses haul out on ice floes, while beluga and blue whales frequent the nutrient-rich coastal waters. The tundra supports resilient populations of Svalbard reindeer and Arctic foxes, while millions of seabirds swarm the cliffs during the summer months. The scenery itself is a wonder, with 60% of the land covered by glaciers and mountains that appear to rise directly from the deep blue sea.
The King of the Arctic
Spitsbergen, Svalbard
Svalbard Reindeer
Svalbard
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FAQs
Read our frequently asked questions about planning your Svalbard responsible trips.
The summer months (June to August) are ideal for spotting them on the pack ice from an expedition vessel.
Total safety is our priority; all groups are accompanied by expert guides and bear monitors at all times.
Yes, during the polar night (November to February), the aurora borealis can be seen dancing across the sky at any time.
We select refined boutique hotels in Longyearbyen and private, heated camps on the remote east coast.