1 day from Longyearbyen
Pyramiden
Pyramiden
Uncover Pyramiden, a well-preserved Soviet-era ghost town. Marvel at Skans Bay's castle-like mountains and a bustling puffin colony. Explore remnants of an old mine and a ship.
Price: 2800 NOK
Duration: 9-10 hours
Dep. time: 9 am
Pax: max 10 participants
Age limit: 12 years
Itinerary:
- 9:00 - Pick up from your accommodation in Longyearbyen
- Head to Longyearbyen harbour, receive safety brief, equipment and board open boat.
- Stop at Skansbukta and disembark the boat for a short look around the area where you will see the iconic Svalbard cliffs.
- Arrive in Pyramiden. Explore this fascinating ghost town with a guided tour.
- Lunch in Pyramiden Hotel Restaurant.
- Board the open boat and head toward the massive Nordenskiöld Glacier.
- Head back to Longyearbyen.
- appx. 19:00 - Arrival in Longyearbyen.
- Transport back to accommodation.
What to bring:
Optional:
- Warm socks or layers of socks
- Dress in warm layers
- A buff
- Sunglasses or ski glasses
- Headwear like a beanie or headband... hats have a tendency to fly off!
Optional:
- Binoculars
- A bottle of water
- Plastic bag/s for your electronic devices.
Included:
Guide service, briefing and equipment, transfer before and after tour, warm lunch with hot drinks, drysuit with boots etc.
Guide service, briefing and equipment, transfer before and after tour, warm lunch with hot drinks, drysuit with boots etc.