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Midnight Sun Glacier Hike: Private Arctic Wilderness Trek

Lace up crampons and cross a living glacier under the legendary Arctic midnight sun. This private guided trek across ancient ice fields is a once-in-a-lifetime encounter with raw polar wilderness.

What to expect

Your expert guide outfits you with crampons, ice axes, and safety harnesses before leading you onto the glacier's shimmering blue surface. You'll navigate crevasse fields, peer into meltwater pools, and hear the deep groans of moving ice beneath your feet. The guide shares intimate knowledge of glacial geology and climate history as you walk. The experience culminates at a panoramic overlook where the Arctic landscape stretches endlessly in every direction.

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Arctic Guide Service Svalbard
NOK 2,950 per person (approx. USD 275)
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Good to know

Allow 5–6 hours including transfers; all-aboard is typically early evening so confirm timing. Pre-book at least 2 weeks ahead as private slots fill fast in season. Layered, waterproof clothing and sturdy ankle boots are essential — the operator supplies all glacier-specific gear.

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