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9-10 hours, 110 KM
2 700 NOK
Barentsburg & Esmark glacier
ONE-day TOUR BY OPEN BOAT
Boat trip
Available for children
from 12 y/o
from 12 y/o
Mining settlement
Dates available upon request
Esmark Glacier
1-day trip
Tour Program
- 9:00 - Pick up from your accommodation in Longyearbyen
- Head to Longyearbyen harbour, meet your guide, followed by a briefing and safety instructions, get dressed in provided drysuit
- Get dressed in provided drysuit (suit, boots, mittens) and departure by open RIB boat to Barentsburg
- A scenic sea voyage across Isfjorden with a visit to Esmark Glacier
- Arrival in Barentsburg around lunchtime, followed by lunch at the Barentsburg restaurant
- Explore the settlement with a guided tour
- Visit to the husky farm — a home to 50 dogs representing 7 northern breeds
- Head to Barentsburg harbour, board the open RIB boat and head back to Longyearbyen
- Passing bird cliffs and Grumant; the old mining settlement
- Appx. 18:00 - Arrival in Longyearbyen
- Transport back to accommodation in Longyearbyen
Book this tour
The price includes:
- Transfer:
- Transfer from/to your place of accommodation in Longyearbyen
- Activities:
- Guided tour around the settlement
- Boat trip according to the itinerary
- Equipment and Gear:
- Rental of dry suit with boots, mittens, and goggles
- Meals:
- 1 Lunch in the Barentsburg restaurant
- Safety:
- Guide services
- Insurance covering search and rescue, evacuation costs in case of emergency
The price does not include:
- Bar drinks or a la carte orders beyond the tour program
- Souvenirs
- Individual travel insurance
- Additional services
The main component of this trip involves physical activity, such as open RIB safaris and hiking. Although prior experience is not required, participants must dress appropriately, bring the necessary personal equipment, and be in good physical condition with a spirit of adventure and courage.
Our guide is ultimately responsible for the safety and well-being of all guests during the tour. Should the guide determine that a participant is not suitably dressed or lacks the required fitness level, they have the authority to decide if that individual may not join the activity for safety reasons. Some parts of the trip can be challenging due to variable weather conditions, strong winds, cold temperatures, and rugged terrain without defined paths.
Please note that open RIB safaris and hiking are unsuitable for individuals with back issues. Additionally, pregnant women are not permitted to join any of these trips organized by ATC Grumant. We do not assume responsibility for any health concerns if this advice is disregarded.
Our guide is ultimately responsible for the safety and well-being of all guests during the tour. Should the guide determine that a participant is not suitably dressed or lacks the required fitness level, they have the authority to decide if that individual may not join the activity for safety reasons. Some parts of the trip can be challenging due to variable weather conditions, strong winds, cold temperatures, and rugged terrain without defined paths.
Please note that open RIB safaris and hiking are unsuitable for individuals with back issues. Additionally, pregnant women are not permitted to join any of these trips organized by ATC Grumant. We do not assume responsibility for any health concerns if this advice is disregarded.
Weather in Svalbard can be highly unpredictable and can change rapidly, with potential for chilly winds, heavy rain, dense fog, or rough sea conditions. This may necessitate changes to the planned route, which could prevent us from reaching the intended destination. We may also need to alter the type of transportation or accommodation outlined in the itinerary. While we will do everything possible to provide a memorable Arctic experience, it’s important to understand that these unique conditions are a natural part of this destination.
If you book this experience, you’ll visit Barentsburg — the only remaining Russian settlement on Svalbard, where Arctic wilderness meets Soviet heritage and living history.
You’ll spend approximately three hours in the settlement, joining a guided walking tour through the town. You’ll visit historic sites and cultural landmarks, including the main square with its famous Lenin monument, the local chapel, and the Arctic museum, and learn about life in this remote corner of the world — past and present.
On your way to or from Barentsburg, you’ll pass through the stunning landscapes of Isfjorden, with views of dramatic cliffs, seabird colonies, and the beautiful Esmark Glacier. The glacier’s towering ice front is a highlight of the trip, and if conditions allow, we’ll make a stop nearby for photos and wildlife viewing.
This tour is a unique combination of culture, history, and Arctic nature — ideal for travelers who want to experience both the human and wild sides of Svalbard.
You’ll spend approximately three hours in the settlement, joining a guided walking tour through the town. You’ll visit historic sites and cultural landmarks, including the main square with its famous Lenin monument, the local chapel, and the Arctic museum, and learn about life in this remote corner of the world — past and present.
On your way to or from Barentsburg, you’ll pass through the stunning landscapes of Isfjorden, with views of dramatic cliffs, seabird colonies, and the beautiful Esmark Glacier. The glacier’s towering ice front is a highlight of the trip, and if conditions allow, we’ll make a stop nearby for photos and wildlife viewing.
This tour is a unique combination of culture, history, and Arctic nature — ideal for travelers who want to experience both the human and wild sides of Svalbard.
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