Drop checked luggage at the meeting point between 09:00 and 12:00. Arrive by 13:00 at the latest. Passengers transfer as a group to the ship for 16:00 embarkation; keep your passport accessible. Embark in the afternoon and depart Tromsø in the late afternoon. Arrival transfer is included.

Sail north from Tromsø toward Bear Island, with rugged coastlines, steep cliffs and seabirds including black-legged kittiwakes, puffins and little auks. Explore by Zodiac and look for wildlife while expedition staff explain the local flora and fauna. Zodiac activity depends on weather and ice conditions.

sail northward from tromsø spending a day at sea to travel to bear island, an untouched beauty of the arctic. think rugged coastlines, steep cliffs, and very dramatic landscapes. the island is home to millions of seabirds, including black-legged kittiwakes, puffins, and little auks. bear island is a remote and often overlooked part of the svalbard archipelago, allowing those who do visit an off-the-beaten-path adventure and epic wildlife.

transport: not too big, not too little, our 128-passenger polar expedition ship is just right.

activity: jump into a zodiac, and head out to explore. keep an eye out for wildlife. the expert expedition staff will teach the group about the flora and fauna along the way. this activity depends on weather and ice conditions.

Sail along the coast of Svalbard and explore near South Spitsbergen National Park. See the Hornsundtind massif and its fjord, with snow-covered mountains, glaciers and icy seas; look for bearded seals and possibly polar bears. Visit Bellsund for historical sites and wildlife viewing. Zodiac exploration depends on weather and ice conditions.

continue sailing along the coast of svalbard and explore near south spitsbergen national park. the fjords are characterized by dramatic landscapes, including snow-covered mountains, glaciers, and icy seas, offering stunning views. start by seeing the hornsundtind massif where you can enjoy the arctic landscape and potentially view wildlife. the fjord cuts deep into the island creating a memorable visual experience. search for bearded seals and maybe polar bears. the group will also visit bellsund for other interesting historical sites and wildlife viewing.

transport: not too big, not too little, our 128-passenger polar expedition ship is just right.

activity: jump into a zodiac, and head out to explore. keep an eye out for wildlife. the expert expedition staff will teach the group about the flora and fauna along the way. this activity depends on weather and ice conditions.

Explore the polar bear’s habitat, with wildlife searches for Arctic foxes, Svalbard reindeer, birds, sea mammals and polar bears. Depending on ice and weather, explore sea ice, fjords, glaciers, icebergs and bird colonies from the ship, by Zodiac or on land, including historical sites and tundra. Conditions shape the daily plan. Possible Zodiac trips include the ice edge to look for seals and walrus, glacier-front fjords and seabird cliffs. Attend lectures on Arctic wildlife, history and exploration.

This voyage is spent travelling in the world in which the polar bear survives. Your wildlife viewing opportunities are enhanced by exploring as many remote areas as possible. Spotting wildlife like the Arctic fox, Svalbard reindeer, and land or sea birds can be difficult, but well worth the effort. Ice and weather conditions permitting we can explore near sea ice, through fjords that lead to glaciers and icebergs, and discover bird nesting colonies, all from the platform of the ship. Alternatively, hop in a Zodiac to explore more closely, or be brought to land to visit historical sites and experience the tundra. Always be on the lookout for wildlife, ranging from endangered and rare polar species to sea mammals and birds. And, of course, have your eyes peeled for polar bears – they can be found all throughout this region, but finding them can require patience and persistence. Come join us in the search!

Early-season voyages often provide the greatest opportunity to see large ice floes in the Arctic pack ice, which usually means excellent wildlife viewing. Later in the season, the group can cover more territory, which may allow the chance to explore more of the archipelago. This can lead into the less explored regions, or the continental edges where large whales are attracted by nutrient rich upwellings.

Each day will be planned to take advantage of local ice and weather conditions. Distances are relatively short in the Archipelago and as there are no ocean crossings, the seas are normally calm. During these six days visit ice covered seas, fjords with breathtaking mountain scenery and glaciers flowing into the sea.

Possibility to cruise in Zodiacs along the ice edge viewing seals or walrus, in fjords with glaciers spilling down to the sea or in front of spectacular seabird cliffs.

ACTIVITY: Jump into a Zodiac, and head out to explore. Keep an eye out for wildlife. The expert Expedition staff will teach the group about the flora and fauna along the way. This activity depends on weather and ice conditions.

ACTIVITY: Attend lectures hosted throughout the day on anything from local wildlife to the history and exploration of the Arctic.

TRANSPORT: Not too big, not too little, our 128-passenger polar expedition ship is just right.

This voyage is spent travelling in the world in which the polar bear survives. Your wildlife viewing opportunities are enhanced by exploring as many remote areas as possible. Spotting wildlife like the Arctic fox, Svalbard reindeer, and land or sea birds can be difficult, but well worth the effort. Ice and weather conditions permitting we can explore near sea ice, through fjords that lead to glaciers and icebergs, and discover bird nesting colonies, all from the platform of the ship. Alternatively, hop in a Zodiac to explore more closely, or be brought to land to visit historical sites and experience the tundra. Always be on the lookout for wildlife, ranging from endangered and rare polar species to sea mammals and birds. And, of course, have your eyes peeled for polar bears – they can be found all throughout this region, but finding them can require patience and persistence. Come join us in the search!

Early-season voyages often provide the greatest opportunity to see large ice floes in the Arctic pack ice, which usually means excellent wildlife viewing. Later in the season, the group can cover more territory, which may allow the chance to explore more of the archipelago. This can lead into the less explored regions, or the continental edges where large whales are attracted by nutrient rich upwellings.

Each day will be planned to take advantage of local ice and weather conditions. Distances are relatively short in the Archipelago and as there are no ocean crossings, the seas are normally calm. During these six days visit ice covered seas, fjords with breathtaking mountain scenery and glaciers flowing into the sea.

Possibility to cruise in Zodiacs along the ice edge viewing seals or walrus, in fjords with glaciers spilling down to the sea or in front of spectacular seabird cliffs.

ACTIVITY: Jump into a Zodiac, and head out to explore. Keep an eye out for wildlife. The expert Expedition staff will teach the group about the flora and fauna along the way. This activity depends on weather and ice conditions.

ACTIVITY: Attend lectures hosted throughout the day on anything from local wildlife to the history and exploration of the Arctic.

TRANSPORT: Not too big, not too little, our 128-passenger polar expedition ship is just right.

Explore more of Svalbard according to local ice and weather conditions. Look for polar bears hunting seals, Svalbard reindeer and Arctic foxes. The expedition has no set itinerary. Explore by Zodiac and attend lectures on Arctic wildlife, history and exploration; Zodiac activity depends on weather and ice conditions.

Taking advantage of local ice and weather conditions, explore more of Svalbard, one of those rare places on Earth blessed with both awe-inspiring landscape and compelling history.

Enjoy the coast of Svalbard. Spend these days in search of the elusive polar bears as they hunt seals. Look out for Svalbard’s unique subspecies of reindeer. Although much smaller than their southern relatives, they still carry impressive antlers. Keep a sharp lookout for Arctic foxes.

By not having a set itinerary, we take on an expedition spirit and are free to take advantage of the best that Svalbard has to offer.

ACTIVITY: Jump into a Zodiac, and head out to explore. Keep an eye out for wildlife. The expert Expedition staff will teach the group about the flora and fauna along the way. This activity depends on weather and ice conditions.

ACTIVITY: Attend lectures hosted throughout the day on anything from local wildlife to the history and exploration of the Arctic.

TRANSPORT: Not too big, not too little, our 128-passenger polar expedition ship is just right.

Disembark at approximately 08:00. Transfers to Longyearbyen airport are available for passengers with scheduled flights, with times confirmed onboard; port luggage storage is available until departure. Early disembarkation and airport transfer may be offered for flights departing around 07:40, depending on airline schedules.