Summer sailing exploring Svalbard
4 days exploring Isfjorden
Explore Isfjorden on an exclusive 4 day sailing voyage. Limited spots for 4 persons per departure with the yacht creates a truly personal encounter with the Arctic wilderness. Experience unmatched comfort, stunning landscapes, and expert guidance on an unforgettable journey.
7 highlights for summer sailing in Svalbard
- Unique sailing along the coastline for the authentic experience
- Possibilities of seeing Svalbard wildlife like walrus, whales, snowfox & polar bear
- The beautiful Arctic lights and midnight sun
- An Arctic memory for life - Not many can say they have done this
- Absolute stillness: No connection, no noise, just landscape
- Only 4 guests for a bigger experience
- Professionel guides who knows the Arctic
- Available period: June 10th until July 2nd.
- Difficulty level: 3/5
- Age limit: 12 years
- Kéraban minimum /maximum: 3 person / 4 persons
- Intrepido minimum /Maximum: 4 person / 6 persons
- Kéraban price per person from: NOK 17.500,- (EUR 1600,-)
- Intrepido price per person: NOK 22.000,- (EUR 2200,-)
Exclusive summer sailing in Svalbard
Our summer sail in Svalbard offers you an unforgettable way to explore Svalbard’s remote coastline, majestic glaciers, and dramatic fjords — all while enjoying luxury, comfort, and exceptional service on board the ship.
This is an adventure designed for those who seek the ultimate combination of wild Arctic exploration and the comfort of premium accommodations, gourmet meals, and personalized service.
Set sail on a truly exclusive Arctic adventure with Backyard Svalbard, in collaboration with our trusted partners at Boreal Adventure Sailing.
Itinerary: Day by Day
Day 0: Arrival to the top of the World: Longyearbyen
We recommend you to arrive one day earlier than your departure date to make sure you will arrive in time for your expedition.
We can assist you with booking accommodation and activities in Longyearbyen for this day.
Day 1: A 4-day isfjorden wildlife cruise begins
Today your voyage will begin which is a perfect introduction to Arctic sailing, weaving through dramatic glacier landscapes and untouched tundra.
You will board the ship and get your cozy cabin, get an introduction. With a maximum of 4 guests you are a part of the expedition team guided by an Arctic skipper and guide. This ensures a personal, exclusive experience with the best attention to detail. You will have:
- All meals cooked onboard
- Certified expedition guide
- Safety equipment
- All landings included
Day 2-3: The Captain's Choice (Glaciers, wildlife & History)
Our expert guides will make safety a top priority, carefully assessing the ground before landings.
We will start the day with a breakfast and you can have your morning coffee out on deck if you'd like - hopefully with the Arctic sun and the beautiful view of the landscape.
Since we are only a small group it will not take us long to get ready and start our landings with small boats. We have two full days of pure exploration and depending on the weather your captain will select the ultimate coodinates for the day.
The glaciers
We may navigate to glaciers to watch the massive calving walls like Nordenskiöldbreen and listening to the thunderous roar of ancient ice meeting the sea.
Wildlife spotting
When we are out at see we have the best change of spotting Arctic wildlife like walrus colonies, whales or birds nesting along mountain sides.
History and hike
If history calls we might make a landing to a historical site or hiking on the tundra learning about the Arctic etc.
The evenings are spent anchored in a a fjord surrounded by silence.
Day 4: Isfjorden and farewell
A final morning surrounded by raw Arctic beauty. We will enjoy the breakfast onboard and sail back to Longyearbyen packed with memories of our true minicruise expedition.
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Svalbard summer sailing
The Guides
Life on board the ship
Your basecamp is perfect for wildlife spotting
The ship will be your basecamp and is build to handle the Arctic and is your floating hotel with the comfort of a private boutique hotel while you are on this adventure. From deck you will have the best possibility for spotting Arctic wildlife
The exploration yacht
Both ships are an aluminum-hulled ocean voyager built to withstand the toughest polar conditions while offering unmatched comfort. Equipped with advanched safety gear and navigated by expert crew, it provides ultimate peace of mind in the wilderness.
The power of smaller ships
Because we strictly limit our voyages to just 4 to 6 guests, you bypass all the logistical delays of larger ships. Going ashore takes minutes, wildlife encounters are silent, and your heated ensuite cabin ensures a luxurious retreat at the end of every Arctic day
Summer sailing on Svalbard
with high quality
Kéraban ship layout
Intrepido ship layout
The lounge & dinning
The heart of the ship where modern adventurers meet and enjoy deep conversations in the welcoming atmosphere.
The observation deck
Step straight onto the deck to witness curiosity from walruses or the silence of the midnight sun in the Arctic landscape.
Cabins
and life on board
Kéraban is quipped with 2 spacious double-berth cabins for guests and 2 bath and toilet facilities to share.
Intrepido have 3 cabins with large splittable double beds + 1 individual bed. The cabins are with wooden interiors and spacious as well as with en-suite individual restrooms and showers, heating, lighting and power supply.
What's included and what's not
Included
⛵ Professional skipper, chef and guide
🦺 Standard offshore lifejacket and lifeline
🛏️ Cabin with bedding and towels
⛽ Fuel and all port dues
🍪 Snacks
🍽️ Breakfast, lunch and dinners on board the ship
🫗 Non-alcoholic beverages
☕ Coffee / tea
🚤 Shore landings and tours with the dinghy
Not included
✈️ Flights to/from Longyearbyen
🛏️ Hotel in Longyearbyen
🚗 Pick up/drop off
🍽️ Meals and beverages in Longyearbyen before boarding
🍹Alcoholic beverages
🧥Clothes
💥Travel and cancellation insurance
Practical information
• The itinerary is always weather dependent and the tour/activity can be modified or cancelled due to safety concerns. Please see conditions.
• All tours are with english speaking guides.
The Crew: Professional, Passionate, and Experienced
Our crew is one of the defining aspects of the Exclusive Summer Sail Spitsbergen experience. Every member of the crew, from the captain to the chefs and guides, is highly experienced and passionate about sharing the beauty of Svalbard with you.
Their local knowledge, attention to detail, and commitment to exceptional service ensure that you will feel safe, cared for, and fully immersed in your surroundings at all times.
Book your exclusive Summer Sail in Svalbard
Exclusive Summer Sail in Spitsbergen offers the perfect blend of exploration, relaxation, and luxury.
Sail through Svalbard’s untamed landscapes, enjoy gourmet meals,
and experience the Arctic in the most exclusive way possible.
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