Svalbard, a Norwegian archipelago in the Arctic Ocean, is different from your typical summer vacation destination. At Svalbard Experts, we’d invite you to see the land of the Midnight Sun. It bathes the Svalbard landscape with around-the-clock daylight, which means more time for wildlife safaris, hiking, and glacier walks. A remote wintery paradise, Svalbard has Arctic wildlife like reindeer, polar bears, and walruses in their natural habitat rather than in an enclosure at a zoo. You, too, can enjoy what Svalbard has to offer.
Some people think a great summer holiday includes warm weather and sandy beaches, but a Svalbard summer vacation is something else entirely. Where else will you experience wildlife, adventure, and Arctic landscapes? A Svalbard summer 7- day vacation package proves that being cool is hot! Consider this trip if you want to see what the Arctic offers while enjoying the culture and guided tours. It’s the perfect trip when you want an unforgettable summer vacation.
Your Svalbard summer vacation starts with a warm welcome at Svalbard, Longyearbyen. You’ll get a ride from the airport to your hotel, where you will check in and get settled.
Included: Airport pickup and transfer to the hotel, accommodation at a 4-star hotel.
Walrus Safari (3 hours): On the second day of your summer vacation to Svalbard, climb aboard the hybrid boat “Kvitbjørn” to cruise Borebukta Bay. You may encounter walruses up close as they lounge on beaches and ice floes.
ATV Safari (3 hours): In the afternoon, ride an ATV to explore Adventdalen and stop to observe cultural monuments, reindeer, and foxes.
Included: Your summer vacation includes transfers to/from the hotel, a boat trip with a tour guide, safety equipment, an ATV ride, hot beverages, and snacks.
Wildlife and Glacier Tour (7 hours): On your summer vacation in Svalbard, enjoy a catamaran cruise to see Svalbard’s glaciers and fjords up close and personally. You’ll visit the Nordenskiöld glacier, where seals, seabirds, and other wildlife are plentiful.
Polar Bear Conversation and Dinner (3 hours): In the evening, tuck into a traditional reindeer stew at Camp Barentz. The evening will also include a presentation about polar bears and more.
Included: Transfers to/from the hotel, catamaran boat tour, safety equipment, supper at Camp Barentz, and polar bear presentation.
Blomsterdalen Hike (4 hours): On day 4, your summer vacation package includes a hike to Blomsterdalshøgda’s summit for stunning regional views, including the Global Seed Vault.
Captain’s Favorites (4 hours): In the afternoon, enjoy a boat tour to take in areas offering the best opportunities to see wildlife. Scenic views won’t be in short supply.
Included: Guided hike, transfers to/from hotel, boat tour, and safety equipment.
Coal Mine Number 3 (3 hours): Check out the historical Coal Mine Number 3 and the miners who worked there.
Puffin Safari (3 hours): Your Svalbard summer vacation will include a boat safari to view puffins, other seabirds, and possibly whales.
Included: Transfers to/from the hotel, safety equipment, boat trip with a guide, hot beverages, and snacks.
Dog Sledding on Wheels (4 hours): Next up on your Svalbard summer vacation is summer dog sledding on wheels in the Bolter Valley. You might see some reindeer and Arctic foxes.
Midnight Sun Dinner Cruise (3 hours): As you near the end of your summer vacation to Svalbard, enjoy a three-course supper aboard the hybrid-electric catamaran while cruising under the Midnight Sun.
Included: Transfers to/from your accommodations, dog sledding equipment, dinner cruise, three-course meal, and hot beverages.
Isfjord Safari (3 hours): On the final day of your summer vacation, sail to Bird Mountain to see thousands of seabirds nesting along the cliffs. You’ll then tour the abandoned Russian mining town of Grumant.
Glacier Safari (4 hours): In the afternoon, go to the Tempelfjorden glacier aboard the hybrid boat “Kvitbjørn” for a closer look.
Included: Boat trips, safety equipment, hot beverages, and transfers to/from the accommodations.
After concluding your Svalbard summer vacation, your adventure will come to an end…for now. You’ll get a ride from the hotel to the airport for the return trip home.
Included: Airport transfer.
Note: The included offer and confirmation of the Svalbard summer vacation are subject to service provider availability. Meanwhile, the estimated price for the 7-day Arctic adventure is for a single passenger older than 12 years old and based on a standard room with double occupancy.
Please remember: certain itinerary highlights, such as the Northern Lights and wildlife sightings, can’t be guaranteed due to weather and environmental factors outside our control.
Our Svalbard summer vacation is the adventure you didn’t know you needed. From seeing the Northern Lights to observing wildlife to experiencing the landscapes and history, Svalbard has it all. Get in touch to speak with us at Svalbard Experts to book your summer vacation in Svalbard.
Summer season runs from late May to early September, with the Midnight Sun shining 24 hours a day between late April and late August. This is the ideal time for boat trips, wildlife viewing, and exploring without the extreme winter cold.
Most visitors do not need a visa to enter Svalbard itself, but you may need one for Norway, as all travel to Svalbard goes via mainland Norway. Always check your country’s requirements before booking.
Even in summer, temperatures are cool (often between 3–10 °C / 37–50 °F). Bring layered clothing, a warm jacket, gloves, hat, comfortable walking shoes, and a camera with spare batteries.
Yes, Svalbard is generally safe for visitors. However, the Arctic environment is remote and wild, so guided tours are recommended. Local guides are trained in polar bear safety and equipped with necessary emergency gear.
Polar bears live year-round in Svalbard, but sightings depend on location, season, and luck. Summer tours focus more on walruses, seabirds, glaciers, and Arctic landscapes, but there is always a chance of a polar bear encounter.
