Arctic
Svalbard
Arctic
Arctic
Longyearbyen 78°22’N, 15°65’E
Duration: 12 days
Starts: Longyearbyen, Spitsbergen
Ends: Longyearbyen, Spitsbergen
Language: English speaking voyage
* We always recommend arriving in Svalbard at least 24 hours before departure.
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.
Zodiac cruising More info about this activity
On board the Zodiac you will discover a world of possibilities; accessing the most exclusive landing sites, cruising the coast in search of wildlife or simply enjoying a tour in the calm of the polar regions in search of marine wildlife or bird colonies.
The blue ice an its intimate presence is experienced at its best on zodiac tours.
It is not uncommon to meet curious seals, or humpback whales feeding.
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.
Hiking More info about this activity
Hiking options include very easy beach hikes (good for photographers who need time for photography), easier short hikes, medium-difficulty extended hikes, and more challenging long hikes.
Photo Workshop More info about this activity
The photography workshops are composed of onboard lectures and practical activities led by dedicated expedition guide. Each session is meant to give you additional skills you can put into immediate practice out in nature.
You'll become more familiar with your own camera equipment while also learning best practices for taking pictures of moving wildlife and wide-open terrain in typical polar conditions, such as dim lighting and falling snow.
The archipelago saves its finest colours for the late season, with sunrises and sunsets painting the landscape in autumnal hues as the wildlife gets ready for winter. Guided by polar photographer Virgil Reglioni, this journey offers unique opportunities to capture the Arctic’s beauty in one of its most evocative moments of the year.
Highlights
Stunning landscapes and unique lighting conditions provide incredible photography opportunities, combined with dramatic glaciers and fjords
Capture breathtaking sunsets and sunrises, which only grace Svalbard for a few months each year
Witness flowing waterfalls from the unique Austfonna ice cap, Europe’s third largest glacier by area and volume
Day 01
Departure from Longyearbyen
Depart Longyearbyen at 4pm. Sail past Fuglefjella (Bird Mountain), an impressive plateau mountain landscape.
Day 02
Smeerenburg and Virgohamna
Sail to Smeerenburg, a former whaling settlement now home to a walrus colony. Possible landing at Virgohamna, historical site of early North Pole expeditions, with remains of 1600s blubber ovens.
Days 03–05
Whales and the Ice Edge
Sail along the continental shelf, scouting for fin and blue whales that gather in the upwelling zones. Explore the ice edge, home to seals, seabirds, and polar bears.
Days 06–07
Alkefjellet and Austfonna
Marvel at Alkefjellet, a spectacular bird cliff with thousands of Brünnich’s guillemots. Take a Zodiac cruise to Storisstraumen and ship cruise past Bråsvellbreen, part of the Austfonna ice cap.
Days 08–09
Edgeøya and South Spitsbergen
Land at Kapp Lee to spot walruses, reindeer, and Arctic foxes among remains of the walrus hunting era. Hike at Kvalvågen, a bay with Cretaceous dinosaur footprints. Zodiac cruise of Hambergbukta, an attractive bay in south Spitsbergen.
Day 10
Hornsund and Gnålodden
See Hornsund with a landing at Gnålodden, known for its scenic bird cliffs and trapper’s hut.
Day 11
Return to Isfjorden
Sail back towards Isfjorden and Longyearbyen.
Day 12
Disembarkation
Disembark in Longyearbyen at 9am.
Day 01
Departure from Longyearbyen
Depart Longyearbyen at 4pm. Sail past Fuglefjella (Bird Mountain), an impressive plateau mountain landscape.
Day 02
Smeerenburg and Virgohamna
Sail to Smeerenburg, a former whaling settlement now home to a walrus colony. Possible landing at Virgohamna, historical site of early North Pole expeditions, with remains of 1600s blubber ovens.
Days 03–05
Whales and the Ice Edge
Sail along the continental shelf, scouting for fin and blue whales that gather in the upwelling zones. Explore the ice edge, home to seals, seabirds, and polar bears.
Days 06–07
Alkefjellet and Austfonna
Marvel at Alkefjellet, a spectacular bird cliff with thousands of Brünnich’s guillemots. Take a Zodiac cruise to Storisstraumen and ship cruise past Bråsvellbreen, part of the Austfonna ice cap.
Days 08–09
Edgeøya and South Spitsbergen
Land at Kapp Lee to spot walruses, reindeer, and Arctic foxes among remains of the walrus hunting era. Hike at Kvalvågen, a bay with Cretaceous dinosaur footprints. Zodiac cruise of Hambergbukta, an attractive bay in south Spitsbergen.
Day 10
Hornsund and Gnålodden
See Hornsund with a landing at Gnålodden, known for its scenic bird cliffs and trapper’s hut.
Day 11
Return to Isfjorden
Sail back towards Isfjorden and Longyearbyen.
Day 12
Disembarkation
Disembark in Longyearbyen at 9am.
INCLUSIONS
Lectures, workshops on board, and daily exploratory activities
Free use of ship’s Wi-Fi powered by Starlink
Full board (breakfast, lunch and dinner) beverages served during meals, while on board our micro cruises
Rubber polar standard boots for shore landings
One piece insulation suits available on board
IAATO and AECO fees, and operational fees and permits included
Due to restricted local service options, all transfers included - from the airport to your hotel on arrival, between your hotel and the ship for embarkation and disembarkation, and from your hotel to the airport on departure day
EXCLUSIONS
International flights – we recommend booking early. For excellent service and support, consider using our partner Exito Travel
Travel and cancellation insurance – we strongly recommend securing coverage to protect your expedition. For guidance, see our Travel Insurance Checklist
Additional expenses outside of what is included in the voyage or optional activities
Gratuities
Additional purchases or services on board
Other transfer or hotels unless specified as included as part of the voyage description
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