Snowshoeing · Svalbard
How to choose
Snowshoeing outings on Svalbard depart from Longyearbyen to explore glaciers such as the Longyearbreen Glacier. Durations range from 3.5h to 6h, with prices running between 213 € and 263 €. The most accessible entry price is with Arctic Footsteps at 213 € for a 6-hour route rated “Sporty”, guided in English and Norwegian. If you want a shorter outing towards the Longyearbreen Glacier, Arctic Footsteps also runs a 3.5-hour hike at 239 €. For a different itinerary, Backyard Svalbard organises a 5-hour excursion to a local glacier priced at 263 €. Choose the 3.5-hour format if you want a compact outing, or book the 6-hour trek if you have good stamina and want the longest glacier route.
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Snowshoeing Excursion from Longyearbyen to the Longyearbreen Glacier
At 213 €, this 6-hour glacier trek offers the lowest price among the available routes.
Longyearbyen: Longyearbreen Glacier Snowshoe Hike
This hike lasts 3.5h, making it the shortest snowshoe route to Longyearbreen Glacier.
Frequently asked questions
What months are snowshoe tours available on Svalbard?
Snowshoeing excursions are available from December to March.
How long do the snowshoeing excursions last?
Outings last between 3.5h and 6h, depending on the operator and the chosen route.
What physical fitness level is required?
The 6-hour glacier excursion by Arctic Footsteps is rated Sporty. Other listings do not state a specific physical level.
What languages are the tours guided in?
Arctic Footsteps offers guiding in English and Norwegian on its 6-hour excursion.
Best time to go
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | -9.5 °C | 41.7 mm | Good |
| February | -10.5 °C | 42.4 mm | Good |
| March | -12.1 °C | 30.2 mm | Peak |
| April | -6.7 °C | 29 mm | Possible |
| May | -1.3 °C | 21.2 mm | Off season |
| June | 3.4 °C | 22 mm | Off season |
| July | 6.4 °C | 39.5 mm | Off season |
| August | 5.3 °C | 40.7 mm | Off season |
| September | 2.2 °C | 49.2 mm | Off season |
| October | -3.9 °C | 48.9 mm | Off season |
| November | -5.8 °C | 40.6 mm | Possible |
| December | -9.6 °C | 51.1 mm | Good |
Practical info
Equipment
Dress in warm layers, and bring waterproof winter gloves and a warm beanie suitable for a Sporty hike.
Getting there
For the tour with Arctic Footsteps, meet directly at Arctic Footsteps - SJ, Vei 505, Longyearbyen 9170.
See also
Other activities in Svalbard
Updated September 2026