Glacier Safari by RIB Boat from Longyearbyen

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Activity Snapshot

Fitness level: Everybody welcome
Duration: 6 hrs
Spoken languages: English, Norwegian
Minimum age: From 8 years-old and up
Cancellation policy: strict More info
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Activity description

Head north on a RIB boat to explore the active glaciers and impressive mountains which define this untouched part of the archipelago. Lunch is included onboard!

Rigid inflatable boats (RIB) are the perfect way to discover the coast of Svalbard, as it allows you to get as close as possible to all the impressive ice formations along the way. In the Summertime, you will see the extent to which the climate dictates the architecture of the island, as the active glaciers shrink and snowy mountains thaw to grey with the rising sun.

You will head up the Isfjord, where the warm and cold ocean currents merge to create rare and precious conditions for the biodiversity of Svalbard to prosper. Keep a keen eye out for the black-legged kittiwake and puffin at water level, as your hair sweeps in the sea breeze. 

Your captain will provide you with lunch and drinks along the way, and tell you stories of the island so you can disembark the boat experts of the Svalbardian coast, its climate, and its tremendous yet fragile glaciers. 

Come aboard and discover more about this unique archipelago's relationship with the currents and climate! 

Course of events

Please note that the exact duration and itinerary of the activity is weather-dependent.

Activity requirements

- Please let us know any dietary requirements upon booking.

- A minimum number of 4 participants is required for this activity to take place. 

- Children under the age of 14 must be accompanied by an adult. 

- Pregnant people are not advised to participate in this activity.

Special terms

- Wild animals are unpredictable; we cannot guarantee that you will see them during this activity.

- This activity is weather-dependent. If the weather does not allow for the activity to take place, we will contact you to reschedule or receive a full refund. 

Included
  • Hot drinks, lunch and biscuits
  • Guide
  • Safety equipment and rescue insurance
  • Transport to and from accommodation
  • Boots
  • Floating suit, life vest, goggles
Do not forget to bring
  • Thermal underwear
  • Camera
  • Binoculars
  • Sunglasses
  • Hat
  • Gloves
  • Balaclava
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Meeting point
Pick up at your accommodation in Longyearbyen Get directions

Cancellation policy

Cancellation 30 days or more prior to the agreed activity date
You will be automatically refunded for the full amount for the activity
30 days
Cancellation between 10 and 30 days prior to the agreed activity date
You are entitled to a 50% refund
10 days
Cancellation 10 days or later prior to the agreed activity date
No refund will be possible
Weather Guarantee
Regardless of the date, if the activity is cancelled due to bad weather conditions, you will be offered a refund or the chance to reschedule