The Polar Travel Company

Explore the Norwegian High Arctic under 24 hours of daylight. Admire snow-capped mountains and the awakening of Arctic wildlife, from polar bears to migratory birds, on a unique expedition through sea ice landscapes and pristine nature.

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Duration: 12 days / 11 nights
Language: English speaking voyage

Includes charter flight and hotel package.
The itinerary is a guide only and is subject to change due to weather and ice conditions. Your Captain and Expedition Leader will make the necessary adjustments to ensure the best possible experience.

Included

Optional

This expedition through Svalbard in spring offers an exceptional opportunity to witness the awakening of the Norwegian High Arctic. With 24 hours of daylight, the landscapes of snow-capped mountains and expansive sea ice sheets create a unique polar splendor. It is the time when birds return, filling the silence with their calls, meltwater begins to flow, and wildlife resumes its cycle after winter in a rebirth on an Arctic scale.

Aboard a polar-class vessel, you will explore spectacular fjords and navigate the edge of the sea ice, a vital platform for iconic fauna. Bridge officers and the expedition team will seek the best opportunities to spot polar bears, walruses, and Arctic foxes. Activities include hiking on pristine snow and the possibility of walking on the sea ice itself, allowing for a deep connection with one of the planet's most pristine ecosystems.

Highlights:
Snow-covered landscapes under the Midnight Sun.
Photography of sea ice and Arctic wildlife.
Spotting polar bears, walruses, and migratory species.
Explore Svalbard on an ice-class polar vessel.

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Day 1: Arrive in Helsinki, Finland
Arrival and exploration of the Finnish capital
Arrive in the Finnish capital and make your way to the group hotel located right at Helsinki airport, included in your package. You will have the rest of the day to explore museums, galleries, and the Design District, or relax at a Finnish sauna.

Day 2: Fly to Longyearbyen for Embarkation
Charter flight to the High Arctic
After breakfast, transfer to the airport and board our private charter flight to Longyearbyen. Upon landing in Svalbard�s largest settlement, transfer to the harbor to embark on our ship and begin the journey into the Arctic wilderness.

Day 3 to 10: Springtime in the Svalbard wilderness
Exploring fjords, ice, and wildlife
During these days, we will navigate through sea ice and Svalbard's fjords under the Midnight Sun. We will look for polar bears, walruses, and seals at the ice edge, and observe the return of thousands of migratory birds to the cliffs. The itinerary is dynamic and will depend on ice conditions to offer the best opportunities for landings and sightings.

Day 11: Disembark in Longyearbyen and fly to Helsinki
Return to Finland
Upon conclusion of the expedition, we disembark in Longyearbyen for the transfer to the airport. We will take the return charter flight to Helsinki, where we will spend the final night at the included airport hotel.

Day 12: Depart Helsinki
End of the travel program
After breakfast at your hotel, make your way independently to the airport for your onward flight home or continue your journey as prearranged.