Explorations, marathons and so much more
When we think about Norway, we imagine beautiful fjords, lively cities like Oslo and Bergen, and the dramatic Northern Lights. But if you're looking for a really out-of-the-ordinary kind of adventure in the remote land of midnight sun, then it's time to focus your attention on Svalbardlets talk about Svalbard.
Svalbard lies in the Norwegian archipelago in the Arctic Ocean and is home to the world's northernmost towns and is the place to experience the world’s longest midnight sun.
It lies so far north that from late April to late August, the sun does not set. This phenomenon of the midnight sun means nights with the sun out, and the region bathes in continuous daylight. It’s surreal and magical—where the constant sun lights up every hour for a few months, making exploring Svalbardian wilderness and nature around the clock.
Endless days of adventure
The continuous daylight of the midnight sun means endless outdoor activities. Picture a midnight hike with the golden glow of the sun, stretching long across the Arctic landscape. The surrealness of the midnight sun hike, with light in golden color on rough land—such is the memory to retain. Hike Favorite: Plateaubreen Glacier for panoramic views over surrounding fjords and mountains.
Moonlight kayaking
Paddle through the still waters of Adventfjorden in the middle of the night—it's an otherworldly experience. The calmness of the water, the clearness of the sky, and the soft, eternal light comprise a dreamlike setting. Guided kayak tours often pause to watch seals and seabirds, which makes for an adventure one will not forget.
Midnight wildlife safari
Svalbard is arguably one of the best places on Earth for polar bear sightings in their natural habitat. Guided safaris ashore and by water make it possible to scan for these majestic creatures around the clock. Moreover, constant daylight provides better conditions for spotting wildlife, including walruses, Arctic foxes, and reindeer.
Take an expedition cruise from Longyearbyen to sites such as the Northwest Spitsbergen National Park to view polar bears, walruses, and a collection of seabirds.
There are snowmobile safaris that take you straight into the heart of the wilderness during the winter months. This, without doubt, is one of the most thrilling ways to view the area and wildlife in their natural habitat.
Midnight glacier tours
Svalbard's magnificent glaciers are perhaps one of the highlights of visiting the archipelago. Have guided tours into interior glaciers and explore stunning ice caves and tunnels. This shimmering blue ice with intricate formations has an added magic to the midnight sunshine.
Ice Cave Tours
Take a guided tour into the Larsbreen Glacier, just outside Longyearbyen, and explore ice caves. It is breathtaking—this frozen world beneath your feet—and with the constant daylight, some very special photographic opportunities.
Midnight sun photography
Soft, golden light makes Svalbard a photographer's paradise at midnight, perfectly capturing dramatic landscapes, wildlife, and the overall scenery of Svalbard during midnight sun months. With the prolonged golden hour, the greater time frame for getting the best shots is definite – imagine low-lying sun giving long shadows and warm light.
Midnight sun marathon
For the adventurous type, there are the opportunity to run a marathon in Svalbard in June. You can't get headier than running through Longyearbyen and surrounding wilds under the sun that never sets. Runners from all over the world take part in the marathon to see if they are up for challenge against the Arctic conditions.
Exceptional Arctic Landscapes
Svalbard’ s landscape features large ice-capped glaciers, erratic mountains, and icy fjords. It is remote and the inhospitable climate have preserved the untouched wilderness. Such unspoiled natural remoteness is home to polar bears, Arctic foxes, reindeers, and many seabirds.
