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By Arctic Footsteps

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9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
Free cancellation available
Price is NZ$344 per adult
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 2h 30m
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
  • Multiple languages

Overview

    • Feel the thrill of hiking to the wide plateau of Platåfjellet
    • Learn about the geology, mining era, and tundra ecology of the area
    • Discover the geopolitical significance of Svalbard and climate change
    • Enjoy a small group experience with a maximum of 12 participants
    • Capture stunning views of Longyearbyen, Adventfjorden, and glaciers

Activity location

    • Longyearbyen
    • Longyearbyen, Norway

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • Longyearbyen
    • Longyearbyen, Norway

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Longyearbyen: Iconic Hike to Platåfjellet

  • Activity duration is 2 hours and 30 minutes2h 30m
    2h 30m
  • English
Price details
NZ$344.19 x 2 AdultsNZ$688.38
Total
Price is NZ$688.38
Until Thu, 5 Nov

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Local guide
  • Inclusions
    Small group size
  • Inclusions
    Safety procedures
  • Inclusions
    Adaptable pacing
  • Inclusions
    Refreshment, cookies
  • Inclusions
    Headlamp / spikes if need it
  • Exclusions
    Transport to the starting point
  • Exclusions
    Meals

Know before you book

    • Not suitable for: People with low level of fitness, People with mobility impairments

What you can expect

  • Begin your hike with a climb to the wide plateau of Platåfjellet. Take in expansive views of Longyearbyen, Adventfjorden, and far-off glaciers. Discover local geology, the mining era, tundra ecology, and life at 78° North on this moderately strenuous walk that combines physical challenge with Arctic storytelling.

    Your guide explains how this landscape came to be, the geopolitical significance of Svalbard, and how climate change is changing the Arctic. Enjoy the trip thanks to the small group.

    This tour is ideal for nature enthusiasts and photographers looking for a genuine connection to the Arctic outside of the tourist route.

Location

Activity location

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    • Longyearbyen
    • Longyearbyen, Norway

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    • Longyearbyen
    • Longyearbyen, Norway