BACKYARD SVALBARD

Program

Program

This weekly sailing starts on Saturdays. Here is the weekly program for the trips:

Day: 1 Casting off in Longyearbyen

We sail in beautiful Isfjorden, a fantastic fjord in Svalbard. The course is set for Trygghamna and Ymerbukta, where we spend the night. Trygghamna is given the name by the fact that it is very warm in this bay, so here we will sleep well.

Day 2: First lines

Starting from Trygghamna and Ymerbukta, we have fantastic opportunities to set our first lines in the snow. This bay contains many different treats that we can choose from.

After we return to the boat, we are served a delicious meal, and set course for St. Johnsfjord.

Day 3: Out of Coverage

We wake up in St. Johnsfjorden – here where many hidden treasures are located. They say that there is gold in St. Johnsfjorden – and we believe in this!

Day 4: Krossfjorden

Today’s destination, if everything goes according to plan, is Krossfjorden. Here we are at 79 degrees north, not far from Kongsfjorden and Ny-Ålesund. When you ski in Krossfjorden, this will be a “once in a lifetime” experience. This is the northernmost destination of the trip.

Day 5: New day in wonderland

We choose to spend 2 nights in this wonderful space. In Krossfjorden we will write good memories.

Day 6: Prince Karl’s Forland

Forlandet is Svalbard’s westernmost island – and probably the first to be discovered by William Barents when he named the archipelago “Spitzbergen” – the country of the pointed mountains.

Day 7: Isfjorden

Isfjorden has many fantastic bays. We turn our nose back towards Isfjorden and let the weather decide where we take today’s summit trip.

Day 8: Hello Longyearbyen

After breakfast, it is ready for disembarkation in Longyearbyen. This day is great for a last trip to the souvenir shop before departure by plane.

Included in price

THE PRICES INCLUDE

· Stay on board the ship for the specified journey duration

· Professional sailing crew and guide

· Standard offshore lifejacket and lifeline

· Disembarkation and trips with zodiacs

· Bed linen and towels

· Food on board, snacks, hot drinks and non-alcoholic beverages

· Fuel and all port taxes

PRICES DO NOT INCLUDE

· Airline tickets to and from the place of departure

· Insurance (personal medical, travel, cancellation, etc)

· Alcoholic beverages

· Food and drink on the day of arrival until boarding

· Skiing clothes

· Voice and data communication using built-in equipment

· Entrance fees to parks, museums, etc..

Availability

Trips in 2025:

• May 1-8 – Fully Booked
• May 13 – 19 – Charter on request
• May 20-27 – Fully booked
• May 25 – June 1: Fully Booked
• Jun 1-8: Few spots left

Contact us for more info

Trips in 2026:

• May 2– 9 – spots available
• May 9- 16 – spots available
• May 16-23 – spots available

Minimum: 6 people

The Guides

Christoph Hofer

Christoph hails from the mountains of Austria, where the air smells of pine and adventure. His passion for skiing and mountaineering ignited a fire within him—a fire that burns bright even on the iciest slopes. Armed with ice axes and a heart full of wanderlust, Christoph thrives in frozen wonderlands.

Packing list

• Beanie
• Buff/neck, neoprene mask
• Polarized sunglasses
• Goggles / ski goggles
• Warm mittens
• Gloves
• Wool underwear; longs + jersey + extra change
• Intermediate garments; wool or fleece
• Down jacket
• Windproof shell clothing
• Wool socks
• Bottle 1 L / 2 á 0.5 L Nalgene
• SPF Sunscreen
• Moisturizer
• Toe and hand warmers
• Thermos 0.8 – 1 L
• Skis/splitboards
• Traps
• Crampons
• Ski boots
• Spells
• Helmet
• Shovel
• Probe
• Sender/receiver
• Tooth brushing + other hygiene items
• lip balm
• Pain reliever/ necessary medication / compeed
• Personal enjoyment, ie book, crossword, music

How to reserve a spot?
Contact us directly by e-mail at booking@backyardsvalbard.com or through our booking form at the bottom of this page.

Terms of sale

Payment terms

Deposit and cancellation policy
A deposit of 30% to secure your place is payable at the time of booking. The remaining amount is paid 3 months (90 days) before departure. Once the trip has been confirmed by the guide, the cancellation rules below apply.

Cancellations
Any cancellations must be made directly to Backyard Svalbard by post.

Cancellation fee: – Cancellations made before 120 days before the trip are entitled to a full refund.

• From 119 to 90 days before the activity, the cancellation fee is 25% of the total activity price
• From 89 days to 60 days before the activity, the cancellation fee is 50% of the total activity price
• From 59 days and younger before the activity, the cancellation fee is 100% of the total activity price

Responsibility

Backyard Svalbard is responsible for ensuring that the activities/tours are implemented and carried out in a safe and secure manner.

Customer’s obligations

The customer is required to familiarize himself with the terms of purchase before entering into the agreement. Furthermore, participants must under all circumstances follow the guide’s instructions, in addition to having signed conditions for participation before the start.

Customer’s responsibility

Each participant is responsible for assessing whether their own physical and mental condition is sufficient for the tour’s content. Participants are themselves responsible for informing Backyard Svalbard of any health challenges that the guide must be aware of before the start of the tour, for example diabetes or heart problems. It is not permitted under any circumstances to bring private weapons or pyrotechnic equipment. Backyard Svalbard is not responsible for accidents or damages that occur due to a breach of the agreement by the participants, or circumstances beyond Backyard Svalbard’s control.

Backyard Svalbard reserves the right to deny participants access to the tour if they pose a threat to safety, either for themselves or for other participants, or if the participant behaves in such a way that she/he is a nuisance to other participants. If the tour is delayed, changed or canceled as a result of one or more of the participants not following the guide’s instructions, they may be held financially responsible for additional costs that may result.

Insurance

Backyard Svalbard has liability insurance through its insurance company, and has also placed a guarantee with the Governor. This includes coverage of any costs that should arise in connection with rescue operations. Participants provide their own travel insurance.

Change in program / unforeseen events

Backyard Svalbard reserves the right to cancel the trip before the trip starts, based on weather and avalanche conditions, ‘force majeure’ or other events beyond the company’s control that may prevent the activity from being carried out safely. Changes like these will not affect the price for the activity. If weather conditions, third parties or other circumstances cause delays or make it impossible for the organizer to carry out the trip as planned, the organizer shall not be held financially responsible for compensation. The decision whether it is safe to carry out the trip or not is made by the guide in consultation with the expedition leader or expedition coordinator. We will always work to find alternative solutions within the financial framework, such as accommodation and activities that are available to the organiser.

If the trip cannot be carried out due to travel ban issued by the government, a full financial refund will be given. Contact Backyard Svalbard via email if this becomes relevant.

Contact information:

If you have any questions, please contact us at:

Tel: +47 98802283

Mail: booking@backyardsvalbard.com