S/Y Ylva - Sail and Hike Svalbard
Enjoy a multi-day expedition and challenging activities without camping outside
Season: July
8-Day Sailing and Trekking Adventure in Isfjorden
For one unforgettable week, the two-masted ketch Ylva will be your home. With space for only a small group of guests, she gives us the freedom to explore places the larger vessels can’t reach. There’s always a plan, but never a fixed route – wind, weather, and a sense of adventure set our course.
On board, you’ll meet an experienced captain, crew, and Arctic guide who ensure your safety at sea and lead you into exciting adventures on land. When the wind is right, you can help set the sails – or simply enjoy the view from deck, perhaps from the wood fired hot tub, as the midnight sun paints the mountains in golden light.
We go ashore by zodiac and set out on foot to explore the wild. Some days we cross ridges and vast valleys, wander along beaches or over moraines. Other days we strap on crampons and step out onto the blue ice, exploring meltwater channels and the glacier’s cracked surface. And sometimes we push all the way to a summit, rewarded with sweeping views of fjords, mountains, and glaciers stretching to the horizon. Far below, Ylva lies waiting for us.
After a day of adventure, evenings are for unwinding — sharing a wholesome dinner and good company, with dishes prepared from locally sourced ingredients whenever possible. And when the midnight sun is shining, you might find yourself not wanting to go to sleep.
Isfjorden holds more than you could ever experience in just one week. But we promise this: we’ll take you to the most beautiful corners, where it’s just us, the mountains, and the sea – and where you’ll experience Svalbard in a way few ever do. After eight days, you’ll return with salt in your hair, with memories for life, and a longing for more.
Practical Information
What we offer
- Small groups, up to 8 guests
- Four comfortable cabins (most with ensuite bathroom and shower)
- Long hikes on land led by experienced guides
- at least one evening of relxation in our wood fired hot tub on deck
- Arctic silence & digital detox (but possibility of high speed wifi for those who want)
More Information
- Starting price: from 64500 NOK per person
- Available in July, contact us for dates
- 2026: for private groups up to 8 guests
- 2027: for private groups and individual travellers
- Optional add-ons: accommodation, culinary experiences, and activities in Longyearbyen
Who is this for?
- You are adventurous, enjoy being active, and are in good physical shape (no prior experience required)
- You seek something unique — a different way to experience Svalbard, away from the crowds, with a personal touch
- You value time for long hikes, exploration, and traveling on a smaller boat
