Longyear78 Outdoor & Expeditions Store
In Longyear78, you will find everything you will need for your adventure on Svalbard. Plus, with a focus on high-quality brands such as Amundsen, Patagonia, Arc'teryx, and many more, you will find all your favourite brands in the heart of Longyearbyen.
Plus, all your shopping will be tax-free! When shopping on Svalbard, there is no VAT on any purchases, meaning prices here are often lower than on the mainland. So whether you are after a new jacket, a woolly midlayer, sunglasses or electronics, you can save some money ahead of the next adventure.
Opening hours
Monday – Friday: 10:00 am - 6:00 pm
Saturday: 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Sunday: 11:00 am - 4:00 pm
Contact us
+47 79 00 21 00
info@longyear78.com
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Postbox 548
9171 Longyearbyen, Norway
And you’re always welcome to the store for a coffee and chat about gadgets!
Weapons and Ammunition Rental
We are licensed to rent and sell weapons, ammunition, and accessories for hunting and polar bear protection. A rental weapon can only be used for polar bear protection. Please note that special permission or a weapons license is required to rent a weapon. Read more on the official website of the Governor of Svalbard.
Rental of Rifle and Flare Gun for Polar Bear Protection:
Prices:
NOK 400 per day
NOK 2,400 per week
*Drop-in only, no reservations accepted
Prices:
NOK 600 per day
NOK 3,000 per week
*Drop-in and reservations accepted
Reservation is available for an additional NOK 100 per day (up to 5 days, max NOK 500).
Prices:
NOK 200 per day
NOK 1,000 per week
*Drop-in only
(Ammunition is not available for rent. It must be purchased separately.)
Weapons must be returned during opening hours. Return outside opening hours is available for an additional fee:
Monday - Friday | 18:00–20:00: NOK 1,000
Monday - Friday | 20:00–22:00: NOK 1,500
Saturday - Sunday | 16:00–20:00: NOK 1,500
