Seed Vault Hike - From Seed to Summit
January - December
Join us on a scenic hike combined with a visit to the Global Seed Vault.
We begin with a hike up the ridge above Blomsterdalen (the Flower Valley), gaining about 300 meters in elevation. The trail is short but steep in places and suitable for most with normal fitness. Along the way, you’ll enjoy great views over Adventfjorden, and on clear days, you can see as far as the glaciers on the other side of Isfjorden.
After the hike, we drive to the Seed Vault which is located at the base of the mountain. The Vault itself is closed to the public, but the entrance is worth the visit - blending into the landscape in summer, and shining bright during winter thanks to a fantastic light instellation.
As the Vault lies outside the town’s safety zone, visiting with a guide is the best and safest option. A perfect half-day tour if you have a few hours free in the morning. Hot drinks and cookies are included.
Trip Overview
Difficulty level (3 out of 5)
Minimum 2, maksimum 8 participants in a group.
- All year
- 09:00am-13:00
- Approx. 4 hours
- Approx. 4-6 km i total
- Approx. 300 m elevation
- 12 years*
*Discount for children 12 - 14 years.
This is a medium demanding hike.
Price includes:
- Transport round trip
- Hot drink and biscuits
- Headlamp if necessary
- Guide with necessary safety equipment
- Snowshoes/hiking poles if needed
Recommend to bring:
- Good, warm and worn-in hiking boots*
- Warm and windproof clothes
- Cold drink (preferably in a thermos as liquid can freeze to ice)
- Camera
- Warm jumper for the journey home and breaks
- Backpack
*If you do not have warm hiking boots, these can be rented for NOK 100. Bring your own packed lunch if necessary.
Extra clothing and equipment: Arctica
© Esther Cowen, Martin Fiala, Ingjerd Strømholt, Rikke Hoddø Steinbakk, Jo Even Kolstad
