The first days are spent exploring the Longyearbyen settlement and the Russian settlement of Barentsburg. Then it's time to see some amazing fjords and the Monaco Glacier, and if the ice conditions are favorable, sail past 80° North and toward Moffen, an island which often hosts walrus. The Kongsfjorden is the largest fjord on the northwest coast, where the landscape varies from large tundra plains to alpine peaks with dramatic glaciers tumbling into the ocean. Calling on Ny-Ålesund, see an area that was once a coal mining community that is now an advanced High Arctic research station. Before ending this adventure in Longyearbyen, sail in the Isfjord.
Highlights
Visit the Russian settlement of Barentsburg and enjoy a lively show
Watch for Arctic wildlife, including walrus and polar bears
Explore the vast fjord systems of Spitsbergen
Sail past 80° North, if ice conditions are favorable
Involves minimal physical effort and is typically associated with leisurely activities. Activities are low-intensity or last less than a few hours each day.
Upon arrival you are taken to the Spitsbergen Hotel or Coal Miners’ Cabins, where you stay for the night.
Day 2: Longyearbyen | Embark | Barentsburg
1 Breakfast, 1 Lunch, 1 Dinner
Enjoy a sightseeing trip in Longyearbyen, ending at the pier where you join the MS Nordstjernen. Your first stop is the Russian settlement of Barentsburg, where there are opportunities to visit the Pomor Museum (optional) and enjoy a lively folklore show. In the afternoon, continue out the Isfjord and head north along the Prins Karls Forland.
Day 3: Woodfjorden & Liefdefjorden | 80° North & Moffen
1 Breakfast, 1 Lunch, 1 Dinner
The day is spent cruising towards the Monaco Glacier, passing a number of small islets where eider ducks nest during the summer. If you are lucky, you may spot a polar bear searching for eggs. If the ice conditions are favorable, sail past 80° North and toward Moffen, an island that often hosts walrus.
Day 4: Kongsfjorden | Ny-Ålesund
1 Breakfast, 1 Lunch, 1 Dinner
This is the largest fjord on the northwest coast. You might also visit a large adjacent fjord called Krossfjorden. The landscape varies from large tundra plains to alpine peaks with dramatic glaciers tumbling into the ocean. At the end of the fjord you can see the majestic Kongsbreen. Later on call on Ny-Ålesund. Previously a coal-mining community, it now houses an advanced High Arctic research station.
Day 5: Isfjorden | Disembark | Longyearbyen
1 Breakfast, 1 Lunch, 1 Dinner
Located in central Spitsbergen, the Isfjord is the most prominent fjord system on Svalbard. Spend the morning sailing towards Longyearbyen. As you sail into the outer parts of the Isfjord, the landscape changes. Marvel at the large U-shaped valleys, carved out of the mountains by the giant glaciers that covered the area some ten thousand years ago. Upon arrival in Longyearbyen you have the rest of the day at your disposal. A farewell dinner is served at the hotel.
Day 6: Longyearbyen
The Spitsbergen adventure is over. Transfer to the airport for the flight back home.
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The trip was terrific with great planning on your part. Most of the adventures were not mainstream and somewhat off the beaten path which made it especially enjoyable!! We felt taken care of and you all were readily available to respond to questions and issues. I would highly recommend your company and friends have already expressed interest based on our pictures and excitement.
Gale Cantor
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1 day ago
The trip was not only memorable for the amount of animals we saw but also for the people and accommodations at the two camps where we stayed. Our first guide, BK, was a wealth of information about the animals, landscape and down to the plants and what they were used for. Everyday out was a learning experience with him. All the people at the camps were gracious and the food was excellent.
Our second camp in the Okavanga was just as good as the first as far as the staff, accommodations, food and animals. After our experience at the first camp we amazed that the high quality remained the same. Our guide, G, made sure we were able to enjoy every experience including a rush through the bush to witness a cheetah and an ensuing hunt that he heard over his radio.
In both camps there were enough guides out that if they saw something the other guides were informed which helped in seeing as much as possible. It was also nice that the concessions were large enough that we did not have vehicles following each other throughout the day.
Normally there is always something in a trip of this length that we think could be improved upon but this is the rare case where we cannot think of anything. From the time we left the States to when we returned it was one of the most hassle free vacations we took.
Perhaps emphasizing the use of the laundry facilities at the camps would be useful because of the luggage restrictions would be the only thing I can think of as an improvement to future clients.
Kenneth Dropek
2 days ago
Mary was so pleasant and professional. She made sure all of our questions were answered.
