What it feels like to be there…
High in the Arctic Circle, Svalbard is a land of glaciers, tundra, polar bears and reindeer. Perpetual night descends Nov-Jan and the Aurora Borealis heralds in the spring. From Apr-Aug it becomes a land of midnight sun, with a brilliant red-dawn sky and warm bright nights. [slideshow]
What to do there…
Svalbard is packed with activities and perfect for 7 days:
- Major: Northern-lights, Dog-sledding, Bear-tracking, Glacier-treks, Hiking, Kayaking, Boat-trips, Horse-riding, Snow-mobiles.
- Other: Sauna, Fishing, Polar-safari, Arctic-dining.
Where to stay…
4* Radisson Blu Polar Hotel Spitsbergen is the northernmost full-service hotel in the world. It is situated in Longyearbyen and is the best on the island.
Some practical information worth knowing…
- Travel: Svalbard is about 1.5h flight from Tromso and 3h from Oslo.
Weather: cold all year round, freezing Nov-May.
What the AdventureTemples travel community says…
There is nothing quite like the warmth you feel wrapped up in fleeces and a windproof, staring out from your Husky-sled at a polar bear, or touring an ice grotto inside a glacier. Svalbard is truly exceptional. We’d love to hear your thoughts and suggestions. To add a comment or check out what our community has to say, please click here: Svalbard Skies