Tailored Expeditions

Experience Svalbard Like Few Ever Will

Join Hilde Fålun Strøm — Arctic explorer, storyteller, and local expert — on a truly unique expedition around Svalbard. These tailored journeys are designed for small groups seeking something beyond ordinary travel: real connection to place, purpose, and the people who call the Arctic home.

What’s Included?

Join Hilde on an unforgettable, custom-designed expedition through the majestic landscapes of Svalbard. As a certified ship captain, experienced expedition leader, and godmother of renowned vessels such as MS Fridtjof Nansen, Hilde brings unmatched expertise, warmth, and leadership to every journey.

Each expedition includes the full private charter of a carefully selected Arctic vessel, fully equipped for polar navigation and comfort. Guests will enjoy cozy onboard accommodations, a professional crew, and all the necessary equipment for a safe and immersive experience.

HILDE FÅLUN STRØM, FOUNDER

Small Intimate Groups

Unforgettable Arctic Adventure

As a polar ambassador, storyteller, and seasoned expedition leader, Hilde brings a rare authenticity and calm presence to every journey. With warmth and deep knowledge, she invites you to not just see the Arctic — but to feel it.

The Real Arctic Experience

Svalbard is like nowhere else — wide open landscapes, Arctic wildlife, and a quiet that stays with you. With Hilde leading the way, you’ll get to explore this incredible place in a personal, down-to-earth way. It’s a chance to experience the real Arctic, up close and without the crowds.

Small Groups. Big Experiences.

Fewer people. More adventure. Small groups allow for deeper exploration, closer wildlife encounters, and a more personal Arctic experience—led by experts who know every icy corner.

Fjord and glacier excursions

Discover the wild beauty of Svalbard up close with unforgettable fjord cruises and glacier landings. Explore icy waters, towering ice fronts, and remote shores.

Arctic survival and mindfulness in nature

Slow down, stay present, and experience the raw stillness of the polar landscape—where every breath and moment matters.

Northern Lights experience (in winter season)

Experience the magic of the Arctic winter as the Northern Lights dance across the sky. Far from city lights, you’ll witness nature’s most breathtaking light show in silence and awe.

Photo: Raymond Friese, By Handcraft 900mm Lens

Comfortable cabins for a delightful experience

Relax in warm, comfortable cabins after a day of Arctic adventure. Thoughtfully designed for rest and reflection, each cabin offers a cozy retreat —making your expedition as restful as it is unforgettable.

Enjoy the quiet hum of the ship, the glow of the midnight sun or Northern Lights outside your window, and the simple luxury of unwinding in the heart of the polar wilderness.

The Arctic Wildlife

Encounter the Arctic’s most iconic wildlife in its natural habitat. From polar bears roaming the pack ice to walrus colonies, reindeer, Arctic foxes, and countless seabirds, each day brings new opportunities for unforgettable sightings.

With Hilde’s expert guidance and respectful approach to nature, you’ll experience these moments up close—always with safety, patience, and deep appreciation for the fragile ecosystems of Svalbard.

Our Mission & Vision

Coffee's mission is to offer love and hope to those in need through funds from a great cup of coffee. We want to inspire and educate our coffee lovers in ways that enhance their experience with us and encourage them to be an outlet of hope for others.

We want to create a coffee culture that is built around quality, sociability, and affordability so that everyone can enjoy our product and share in our outreach. Our goal is to continue to grow our business in ways that will allow us to give more, this will include things like scholarships for local graduating seniors, food programs, and much more! We have BIG plans for coffee and appreciate you joining us on this journey!

Contact Hilde

Opening hours:

Monday to Friday 09:00 to 17:00 GMT

Address:

Vei 232 131, 9170 Longyearbyen

Email

hilde@heartsintheice.com

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