Platåfjellet panorma hiking tour
The locals favorite
Join us for this 3,5-hour private guided hike to the locals favorite mountain on Svalbard: Platåfjellet. Experience how the valley stretches out below you, you get the full panorama of Longyearbyen and the fjords unfolds when you approach varden.
Highlights for Platåfjellet
- 360 degree panorama view
- Photo opportunities of town, the fjord and the mountains
- You do not have to wait or walk in line after other guests
- Your guide is 100% dedicated to only you
- You decide the tempo
- The route is steep, rocky and worth every step
- The tour will run even if you are only 1 person
- Half day tour: 3-4 hours
Information*: This trip runs all year around but for Norwegian public holidays (“red days”), a different minimum number of participants may apply or the tour might not run. Please contact for information. These days include:
- January 1st
- Easter: Maundy Thursday and Good Friday, Easter Sunday and Easter Monday
- Labour Day (May 1st)
- May 17th, Ascension day
- Whit sunday and Whit Monday
- Christmas: December 24th, 25th and 26th
From pick up to drop off at your hotel
You can read more about difficulty levels here:
See difficulty level description for Svalbard tours here
This tour only needs a minimum of 1 person to run.
Half day hike for 1 to 4 persons.
Half-day trips: NOK 500,- per person.
Regular price is for guests between 1 to 4 persons. If you will be 5 persons or more then this addition coast will be applied per extra person to the regular price.
Discover the breathtaking Arctic view
What you can look forward to...
You will get a challenge, maybe see a reindeer, birds and when you reach the cairn “varden” you will be rewarded. Lets be honest. Platåfjellet is not a flat Sunday stroll. It is a steep uphill climb on rocky ground. This is the locals favorite mountain to hike so you don’t need to be an extreme athlete or in really good shape, but you should enjoy a physical challenge and feel comfortable walking on uneven terrain – but we promise the hike will reward you with Svalbard’s best panoramic view.
Program for Platåfjellet -
A private guided hiking tour
Pick up and introduction
Your day begins with a pick up from your hotel. The guide will check that you have the right boots on for todays hike and give you an introduction for todays tour.
Finding your personal rhythm
The tour begins from the cabelway central from where we will start our ascent uo the mountain side. There is no group to keep up with, and you can do the tour in your pace. We can pause whenever you want. Maybe we will already now have the chance of spotting some wildlife like Svalbard reindeer, snow buntings and auks. We can study some of the rare Arctic flora, and we will notice that the town will suddenly shrink below us
The panorama view
When we reach the top the terrain flattens completely. You step onto a vast plateau of Platåfjellet. It opens up like a fascinating, untouched stone desert. You feel grand her and the endless panorama horizon is beautiful. We have been walking approx 350 vertical meters. While you soak in the magical panoramic views over Isfjorden, moutains and Longyearbyen, your guide pours a hot cup of warm drink. If we are in good time we can continue higher, but otherwise we will enjoy the beautiful view from here. You will have plenty of time to pause, when you want to, to take in the silence, and to make a memory by capturing photos and video of the experience. There will be time to simply connect with the Arctic environment.
The smooth journey back down
When you are full of impressions, we head back down the mountain path in your own time, ensuring safe steps on the stones. We will get to the car by the cabelway central and with a camera packed with memories, we drive you back to your hotel.
Upgrade your hiking adventure
If you wish to create a special surprise or wish to add something special to your hiking experience please feel free to contact us. Here you can find possible upgrades for all hiking tours.
BBQ option for hikes
- Price per person:
- NOK 290
- Private tour
- Tour price: NOK 290
Add a unique twist to your hike with a barbeque at one of Svalbard’s beautiful outdoor spots. Enjoy a delicious meal cooked over an open fire, surrounded by the pristine nature of the Arctic. Whether it’s a rewarding end to one of our longer hikes or a standalone adventure, this BBQ experience adds a warm, cozy touch to your outdoor journey. Vegetarian option is available too.
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Frequently asked questions
for hiking tours on Svalbard
Find the answers regarding hiking tours on Svalbard.
Before booking
The tours are 100% private, and your guide tailors the route and pace entirely to your physical fitness level.
It’s a good way of experiencing Svalbard whether you want to slow down or speed up – your guide will design the best possible hike for you.
Difficulty level for the half day hiking tours:
Suitable for those with average physical fitness.
The answer is “no”. You may already know that it is only recommended to walk outside Longyearbyen if you have polar bear protection with you. For this private hiking tour you can enjoy the undivided attention of a professional Arctic guide, who will be ensuring a safe, flexible, and deeply personal experience far from crowds and group tours. The perfect way to experience more of Svalbard outside town. Arctic private guiding is the exclusive safe access to the Arctic wilderness.
You can do a private hiking trip if you are 1 or 4 persons, and in this case you will pay for at least 4 persons. The price will – as minimum – be for 4 persons which means that you will then have the guide to yourself for a half day or full day hike. You will explore in your pace without running after a big group. This is the best way to explore the Arctic wilderness. No rush and just your time to experience and enjoy.
Yes, for the private hiking tours it is possible to add extra experiences into the hike like having a barbeque, proposal etc. Just add the dreams and information when you are making the booking and we will try our best to make it happen.
For safety reasons, all passengers must be able to understand and communicate in either Norwegian or English. If this is not possible, the passenger must be accompanied by someone who is fluent in one of these languages. We can deny participation on the tour if you are not properly dressed for hiking and/or requirements above have not been fulfilled. Safety is our top priority.
During the hike
Packing list
- Solid and warm hiking boots
- Windproof outdoor clothing (GoreTex type)
- Warm inner layers (we strongly recommend wool)
- Backpack 25-40L (summer)
- Gloves: warm for winter and thinner for summer
- Beanie/thin neck-gaiter
- Sunglases (not during winter)
- Camera
- Backpack 25 to 40 Liter for personal belongings (camera, extra layers and waterbottle)
- Waterbottle
You can use your own with a good ankle support or you can rent hiking boots from us so you will have the best equipment for hiking. The price is NOK 150,- per person for both a half day or full day tour. After the tour, the boots must be returned to the guide. We only have adult sizes (please bring boots for children). Just contact us when booking or add this in the booking process.
What's included and what's not
Included
- Transportation from hotel and back to hotel
- Headlamps & crampons (to borrow in wintertime)
- Snacks on the tour
- Warm drinks
- Walking sticks
- Certified local guide with safety equipment
Not included
- A good pair of hiking boots preferably with a high ankle support – possible to rent. Contact us for size when booking
- Warm and windproff clothing
- Accomodation in Longyearbyen
(We can help arrange) - Food and beverages in town (Longyearbyen)
- Travel & cancellation insurance
- Flight tickets (you can book via SAS or Norwegian)
Practical information
- The itinerary is always weather dependent and the tour/activity can be modified or cancelled due to safety concerns. Please see conditions.
- We offer the opportunity to rent a pair of hiking boots. In this case we need shoe size information when booking. We do recommend you to use your own solid and warm (hiking) boots if they have good ankle support.
- All tours are with english speaking guides. Please feel to make a request for language and we can have a look at the possibilities (no guarantees).
Which hiking tour on Svalbard is the best?
We know every trail, glacier, and summit around Longyearbyen to create the most memorable experience for you. We’ll help you choose the right tour or create a tailor-made hiking experience for you to get the most intimate, adventurous experience possible in Svalbard.
