Svalbard
The Arctic has the power to inspire wonder in the imagination.
What will exploring the arctic mean for you?
Exploring Svalbard
The only way to move around the Svalbard Islands during summer is by sea. S/V Linden is a 50-meter-long, three-masted, wooden schooner. Whether you are standing on deck, searching for wildlife, or falling asleep to the creaking sounds of a wooden ship, when you are on board of Linden, you are at one with the harsh surroundings and striking beauty of the Arctic.
You will board and disembark Linden in Longyearbyen and from there, we will explore the different fjords of Spitsbergen.
Our tours are true Arctic expeditions, meaning we will have outlined plans. However, those plans may be subject to change as the weather, wind, and ice conditions determine where and how we travel throughout our journey.
Where is Svalbard?
Where is Svalbard? This is not such a silly question. A lot of people don’t know where Svalbard is, and that’s fair enough, because it is actually a very obscure place. Still. Its simple enough to see, and believe it not it is simple enough to get there, with regular flights form either Oslo or Tromsø, both in Norway. See the map here to see where Svalbard is and just how easy it is to get there.
Choose your Svalbard Expedition for 2025
The Circumnavigation of Spitsbergen
The largest island on the Svalbard Archipelago - 78/80ºN
July 28-Aug 08 2025
Our expeditions are applied for: check out the web pages and book a call to apply to join!
What´s included?
Included
All Expedition activities with guide (Zodiac cruises, shore landings, hikes, fishing)
All meals (Breakfast, lunch and dinner)
Laundry facilities
Sauna
Search and rescue insurance.
Not included
Flight to and from Longyearbyen, Svalbard.
Hotel before / after the trip, if necessary.
Taxes, toll fees, travel insurance, immigration duties or other travel services (where applicable)
Personal items and equipment such as expedition clothing and shoes
Alcoholic beverages and soft drinks
Crew gratuities
Practical information
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You will fly in and out from the airport in Longyearbyen. We recommend spending a day or two in Longyearbyen, either before or after the tour with linden. There is a wide range of accommodation opportunities as well as activities to do. You are required to carry a valid passport, and some nationalities require a visa in advance. Please check visa and immigration requirements.
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Summer in the Arctic is very unpredictable. It can be sunny and 10 degrees celsius, and suddenly the weather can change to be minus 5 degrees Celsius (feels like -10) with cold winds and snow furries. We usually say that you will experience all 4 seasons during the duration of the trip. Clothing-wise, we recommend that you follow the 3 layer principle, starting with a solid wool layer closest to the body, adding another layer with a warm sweater or fleece, and some outdoor trousers. And a final layer of water and windproof layer of jacket and trousers. Some good quality wool socks, waterproof mittens or gloves, and a warm beanie or hat.
We recommend bringing the following equipment.
Camera
A good pair of binoculars (they will quickly become your best friend)
Sunglasses (the sun can be very sharp)
A trekking pole is nice to have, but not a need to have.
Hiking boots or warm waterproof rubber boots.
Water-resistant or waterproof backpack or similar for carrying cameras and equipment during landings. Alternatively, a plastic bag inside a traditional backpack will do the job.
Lip balm and hand lotion. Your skin tend to dry out in cold and dry air.
There will be down suits free to your disposal onboard.
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We offer 2 payment methods.
Bank Transfer (contact us for more information)
Credit card via our secure “Booking” website
A deposit of 25% of the cost is required to make a reservation. The remaining balance must be paid not less than 90 days prior to the departure date. If a booking is made less than 90 days prior to the departure date, the full amount is payable on making a reservation.
At the moment you cannot pay a 25% deposit on our website, but only the full amount. We are working on solving this, so please send an email to inquiries@sv-linden.com with information about which tour and how many spots you wish to book, and we will send you a secure payment link, where you can pay the deposit.