Arctic
Norway
Arctic
Arctic
Sailing the Helgeland coast
Discover the magnificent Helgeland coast on this 6-day sailing holiday and cross over the Arctic Circle in the Norwegian Sea. Sail past the legendary mountains of the Seven Sisters, Hestmannen and Træna as well as the Arctic Circle Monument on Vikingen island. Visit the ancient Viking town of Sandnessjøen, and see why National Geographic and Lonely Planet say the area is a top highlight in all of Norway.
Duration: 6 days
Starts: Bodo, Norway
Ends: Bodo, Norway
Language: English speaking voyage
* Rates are in Norwegian Krones (kr)
Ship Cruise More info about this activity
Not only we travel from one point to another and find our shelter on board the ship we chose. We also enjoy from incredible scenery, landscapes and interactions that only our noble vessel can provide.
Everyday the Bridge Team navigates the ship to position ourselves on the best posible spots, looking for unique opportunities.
Many times, this includes sainig through narrow passages, on the vicinity of glaciers or entering bays and fjords only approachable from the ship.
Enjoy this incredible places from the comfort of the common areas on board, open decks or your own private balcony!
Shore Excursion More info about this activity
Shore excursions are the backbone of almost all itineraries, with most ships making landfall at least once every day once they reach their destination. The weather plays a huge role in your daily itinerary, although given the sheer array of fantastic landing sites all over there are plenty of options your Captain and Expedition Leader can choose from. On-shore excursions allow you to visit scientific research stations, communities, prominent wildlife colonies and take hikes to elevated viewing points for fantastic photography.
Enrichment Program More info about this activity
Expedition cruising must be one of the most incredible ways of travelling. Not only for the amazing places you visit and the unforgetable wildlife but for the wildlife, the sensory overload and the unimaginable memories.
But all of this needs a context in order to understand where you are and what you are experiencing.
On board your expedition vessell you will find a group of experts, naturalists, zodiac drivers and guides that that will translate the language of nature for you, telling you the stories of the places you are visiting, reviewing the historical, biological, ecological and geological aspects of your trips.
You will experience first hand what surrounds you and arrive back home wiser and loaded with new knowledge.
Kayaking More info about this activity
The experience of sea kayaking in the humbling wilderness of Antarctica or the Arctic is guaranteed to stir your soul.
Sea kayaking is one of the highlights for any Polar Traveller, providing ice and weather conditions are assessed as safe by your Expedition Team.
This activity requires previous kayaking experience.
Standup Paddleboarding More info about this activity
SUPing combines the immersive experience of kayaking but in a standing position. Participants, if they prefer, can kneel, sit or even lie down and stare up at the azure Antarctic sky. Because of their wide base and tail fins, SUP boards are quite stable, enabling participants – after a bit of practice – to stop staring at their feet and admire the surrounding scenery. Imagine seeing Gentoo penguins gliding below you, or making eye contact with a Weddell seal lying on a piece of ice as you paddle by.
Guests receive on-ship and on-water instruction from a qualified SUP guide. In addition, a safety driver (in a Zodiac) stays within range to offer assistance.
Fishing More info about this activity
Assisted by the naturalist or local guides, you will look for the perfect spot and spend a quiet momento practicing this sport or you will cut your hole on the ice floe or on frozen lakes and try to catch fish using an ancestral method. This activity off the beaten path will equally delight fans of sports fishing and those who are curious for new discoveries.
DAY 1 - BODØ
DAY 1 - MONDAY - MAELSTROM & BEACH SUNSET
Check-in to the yacht in Bodø at 15:00 (3pm). Settle into your cabins, enjoy a light snack then walk over to the starting point for your 2 hour Saltstraumen Maelstrom RIB tour. Return to the yacht and depart from Bodø harbor in the evening. Dinner will be served after departure. The yacht will drop anchor for the night near Langsanden beach, where you can enjoy a long walk on a secluded white sand beach.
DAY 2 - TUESDAY - ARCTIC CIRCLE CROSSING & FISHING
A scenic sail to Vikingen island crossing over the arctic circle. Relax on the top deck, watch for birds, whales enjoy landscape photography. Try fishing along the way for your fresh caught dinner. The yacht will drop anchor in Sørfjorden where you can enjoy the evening in the hot tub.
DAY 3 - WEDNESDAY - OPEN SEA SAILING & KAYAK/SUP
Sail West toward the open sea, past Hestmannen to Træna. Enjoy the incredible scenery outside or relax in the warm interior saloon with blankets, a book, playing cards, sea shanties or taking naps. Explore the small islands of Træna by kayak or SUP during sunset.
DAY 4 - THURSDAY - HIKE & EXPLORE
Spend the day exploring the magical island of Sørsanna with a unique collection of ancient monuments, houses and caves dating back to the early stone age almost 9000 years ago. Go for a moderate summit hike to Gumpen (2km), walk through tunnels, explore the village and visit the ancient Kirkhelleren cave.
DAY 5 - FRIDAY - FJORD CRUISE & CAVE BONFIRE
Starting your return sail back north toward Bodø, sail from Træna to Fugløyfjorden where the yacht will drop anchor for the night. Go for a sunset walk and enjoy a bonfire by the the Lønngangen hula cave.
DAY 6 - SATURDAY - RETURN SAIL
On your final day, enjoy the scenery of sailing through fjords, islands and skerries as you return to Bodø, and disembark at 15:00 (3pm)
The information detailed here is typical for what you can expect to experience however, site visits and activities can vary depending upon a number of factors, such as the weather, scheduling and constraints of the location.
DAY 1 - BODØ
DAY 1 - MONDAY - MAELSTROM & BEACH SUNSET
Check-in to the yacht in Bodø at 15:00 (3pm). Settle into your cabins, enjoy a light snack then walk over to the starting point for your 2 hour Saltstraumen Maelstrom RIB tour. Return to the yacht and depart from Bodø harbor in the evening. Dinner will be served after departure. The yacht will drop anchor for the night near Langsanden beach, where you can enjoy a long walk on a secluded white sand beach.
DAY 2 - TUESDAY - ARCTIC CIRCLE CROSSING & FISHING
A scenic sail to Vikingen island crossing over the arctic circle. Relax on the top deck, watch for birds, whales enjoy landscape photography. Try fishing along the way for your fresh caught dinner. The yacht will drop anchor in Sørfjorden where you can enjoy the evening in the hot tub.
DAY 3 - WEDNESDAY - OPEN SEA SAILING & KAYAK/SUP
Sail West toward the open sea, past Hestmannen to Træna. Enjoy the incredible scenery outside or relax in the warm interior saloon with blankets, a book, playing cards, sea shanties or taking naps. Explore the small islands of Træna by kayak or SUP during sunset.
DAY 4 - THURSDAY - HIKE & EXPLORE
Spend the day exploring the magical island of Sørsanna with a unique collection of ancient monuments, houses and caves dating back to the early stone age almost 9000 years ago. Go for a moderate summit hike to Gumpen (2km), walk through tunnels, explore the village and visit the ancient Kirkhelleren cave.
DAY 5 - FRIDAY - FJORD CRUISE & CAVE BONFIRE
Starting your return sail back north toward Bodø, sail from Træna to Fugløyfjorden where the yacht will drop anchor for the night. Go for a sunset walk and enjoy a bonfire by the the Lønngangen hula cave.
DAY 6 - SATURDAY - RETURN SAIL
On your final day, enjoy the scenery of sailing through fjords, islands and skerries as you return to Bodø, and disembark at 15:00 (3pm)
The information detailed here is typical for what you can expect to experience however, site visits and activities can vary depending upon a number of factors, such as the weather, scheduling and constraints of the location.
INCLUSIONS
6 day cruise on a liveaboard luxury sailing yacht
Saltstraumen Maelstrom RIB safari
Fishing, Kayak, SUP, and guided shore excursions
All meals from arrival to departure (with your dietary restrictions taken into consideration)
Coffee, tea, water, hot chocolate, breakfast juices & snacks
Towels, bedding, shampoo, conditioner & hair dryer
5 nights onboard sleeping accommodations
Hot tub onboard
Wi-Fi, Bluetooth sound system, TV & charging station onboard
Expedition guide
Former Norwegian Coast Guard Sea Captain
EXCLUSIONS
Flights/Land transfers
Pre/post tour hotels
Travel Insurance
Alcohol & sodas
Gratuities to the crew
* The prices are per person in US Dollars, unless expressly specified in a different currency. In that case, payment will be in US dollars at the exchange rate of the day.
** All prices will be re-confirmed by email at the time of booking.
NOTE: Embracing the unexpected is part of the legacy—and excitement—of expedition travel. When traveling in extremely remote regions, your expedition staff must allow the sea, the ice and the weather to guide route and itinerary details. This itinerary is a tentative outline of what you’ll experience on this voyage; please be aware that no specific itinerary can be guaranteed.
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