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Experience the wonders of the Arctic with Adventure Life's selection of 14 small ship cruises to Svalbard for 2025. Join us on a cruise journey through the icy realm of the Arctic, where you can view iconic arctic wildlife, immerse yourself in the natural beauty of the land of the midnight sun, and partake in adventure options like kayaking and wildlife viewing. Whether you're cruising along the coast, hiking the tundra, or enjoying photography seminars, each moment offers a unique opportunity to delve into the captivating nature and wildlife of this unique destination. From encountering polar bears prowling the pack ice to exploring the tundra and polar desert, this adventure is perfect for all travelers seeking an unforgettable Arctic experience. Don't miss this chance to explore the Arctic wonders of Svalbard - contact one of Adventure Life's tour specialists for help planning your next seamless trip.
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Viewing Brunnichs guillemots on columnar basalt cliffs
$15,295
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Spitsbergen Circumnavigation: A Rite of Passage

14 Day Itinerary aboard Ultramarine
  • Explore Helsinki
  • Discover Spitsbergen
  • Experience Spitsbergen
  • Lookout for Arctic wildlife
Starts / Ends:
Helsinki / Helsinki
Activities:
Adventure Options, Kayaking, Small Ship Cruises, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on a 14-day expedition cruise roundtrip to Helsinki aboard the Ultramarine. Explore remote landing sites with glimpses into 16th-century maritime culture. Marvel at iconic Arctic wildlife like walruses, reindeer, and polar bears. Enjoy birdwatching at the 14th of July Glacier and …
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Beautiful Hornsund, Norway
$5,650
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Around Spitsbergen, In the Realm of Polar Bear & Ice

Roundtrip Longyearbyen - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Ortelius
  • Explore Longyearbyen's landmarks
  • Sail Isfjorden's stunning waters
  • Visit Krossfjorden's glaciers
  • Spot wildlife at Seven Islands
Starts / Ends:
Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen
Activities:
Small Ship Cruises, Village Visits, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on a 10-day cruise aboard the Ortelius, beginning in Longyearbyen, the administrative hub of Spitsbergen. Explore its historic sites and set sail through Isfjorden, with opportunities to spot minke whales. Circumnavigate West Spitsbergen, visiting Krossfjorden’s glacier fronts, Ny …
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Beautiful Hornsund, Norway
$5,650
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Around Spitsbergen, In the realm of Polar Bear & Ice

Roundtrip Longyearbyen - 10 Day Itinerary aboard MV Plancius
  • Explore Longyearbyen historic sites
  • Visit Ny Alesund’s research hub
  • Sail Monaco Glacier’s icy expanse
  • Witness Alkefjellet’s bird cliffs
Starts / Ends:
Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen
Activities:
Small Ship Cruises, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on a 10-day cruise to and from Longyearbyen aboard the MV Plancius. This Arctic expedition takes you through Spitsbergen's stunning landscapes and wildlife-rich waters. Begin in Longyearbyen with a visit to the Svalbard Museum and a chance to spot minke whales in Isfjorden. Head north …
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Spitsbergen zodiac
$5,900
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Around Spitsbergen, In the realm of Polar Bear & Ice

Roundtrip Longyearbyen - 10 Day Itinerary aboard MV Hondius
  • Explore Longyearbyen historic sites
  • Visit Krossfjorden’s glaciers
  • Discover Ny Alesund’s settlement
  • Spot wildlife in Bellsund
Starts / Ends:
Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen
Activities:
Small Ship Cruises, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on a 10-day cruise aboard the MV Hondius. This Spitsbergen circumnavigation immerses you in Arctic landscapes, rich history, and abundant wildlife. Start in Longyearbyen, exploring this historic town before setting sail through Isfjorden, with a chance to spot minke whales. From there, visit …
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$9,590
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Svalbard Adventure

9 Day Itinerary aboard M/S Stockholm
  • Explore Longyearbyen
  • Take daily Zodiac cruises
  • Search for Arctic wildlife
  • Explore grand icy landscapes
Activities:
Small Ship Cruises, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Experience the majesty of the Arctic during this unforgettable 9-day trip aboard the M/S Stockholm. The atmosphere, the curiosity on board, the classic interior, and the delicious food are elements that make this trip unique. The midnight sun reigns supreme, the bird colonies are teeming with life, …
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North Spitsbergen Polar Bear
$4,450
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North Spitsbergen Explorer - Versatile landscapes, sea ice & wildlife - Summer Solstice

Roundtrip Longyearbyen - 8 Day Itinerary aboard MV Plancius
  • Wander Longyearbyen charming street
  • Visit Svalbard Museum exhibits
  • Explore Raudfjord expansive glacier
  • Sail Isfjorden scenic waters
Starts / Ends:
Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen
Activities:
Hiking, Small Ship Cruises, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on an 8-day cruise aboard the MV Plancius through Spitsbergen’s rugged northern landscapes, abundant with Arctic wildlife and awe-inspiring scenery. Begin in Longyearbyen, where you explore historic sites and possibly spot your first minke whale as the ship departs Isfjorden. As you …
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Alkhornet Hiking
$16,195
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Spitsbergen Circumnavigation: A Rite of Passage

Roundtrip Helsinki - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Ultramarine
  • Explore Helsinki museums
  • Spot polar bears hunting on the sea
  • Visit the 14th of July Glacier
  • Admire Alkefjellet cliffs
Starts / Ends:
Helsinki / Helsinki
Activities:
Adventure Options, Kayaking, Small Ship Cruises, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on this 15-day Spitsbergen Circumnavigation cruise Helsinki roundtrip aboard the Ultramarine. Explore Helsinki's vibrant museums, galleries, and saunas before flying to Longyearbyen, the gateway to Spitsbergen. Explore iconic sites like the 14th of July Glacier, where puffins and …
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Zodiac excursion
$11,390
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Expedition Svalbard

12 Day Itinerary aboard M/S Sjoveien
  • Venture out on daily zodiac cruises
  • Explore along fjords and glaciers
  • Learn about Eastern Svalbard
  • Discover Southwest Spitsbergen
Starts / Ends:
Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen
Activities:
Small Ship Cruises, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Summer arrives in late June. The midnight sun reigns supreme, and purple saxifrage decorates the slopes. The ice thaws around the islands, and this makes it possible to get further east. Whales are more frequently seen in the waters, and more snow-free areas become accessible for longer walks. At …
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Zodiac boats bring you closer to the majestic Arctic landscape
$10,495
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Svalbard Circumnavigation and Kvitøya : In-Depth Exploration in the Land of the Polar Bear

14 Day Itinerary aboard Sea Spirit
  • Explore Longyearbyen
  • Discover Nordaustlandet
  • Experience Southeast Svalbard
  • Explore Kvitøya
Starts / Ends:
Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen
Activities:
Kayaking, Small Ship Cruises, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on a 14-day expedition cruise aboard the Sea Spirit. Begin your Arctic expedition in Longyearbyen, exploring the town and visiting the Svalbard Museum. This voyage includes visits to Northwest Spitsbergen National Park, Ny Ålesund, and the rarely explored Kvitøya. You can have …
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Zodiac boats bring you closer to the majestic Arctic landscape
$10,595
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Historical Expedition Cruise "In the Footsteps of Aviation Pioneers"

Roundtrip Longyearbyen - 14 Day Itinerary aboard Sea Spirit
  • Explore Longyearbyen’s history
  • Visit remote Ny Alesund
  • Navigate icy Kvitoya
  • Search for polar bears
Starts / Ends:
Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen
Activities:
Adventure Options, Kayaking, Photography Seminars, Small Ship Cruises, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on a 14-day expedition cruise aboard the MV Sea Spirit, tracing the routes of explorers Amundsen, Nobile, and Andrée. Begin in Longyearbyen, visit the Svalbard Museum, and experience the midnight sun. Sail through Northwest Spitsbergen's fjords, which are rich with glaciers and …
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Snow-covered mountain peaks
$8,790
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Expedition Svalbard

12 Day Itinerary aboard M/S Quest
  • Discover eastern Svalbard
  • Search for Arctic wildlife & birds
  • Find 17th-century whaling remnants
  • Explore spectacular landscapes
Activities:
Small Ship Cruises, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Join an extraordinary adventure in the magical wildernesses of Svalbard!

In July and the beginning of August, it is summer in Svalbard. The midnight sun reigns supreme, and purple saxifrage decorates the slopes. The ice is slowly starting to loosen its grip, which offers good opportunities to …
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A colony of walruses resting on the beach
$20,195
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Spitsbergen Circumnavigation: A Rite of Passage

Roundtrip Helsinki - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Explorer
  • Explore Helsinki museums
  • Spot polar bears hunting on the sea
  • Visit the 14th of July Glacier
  • Admire Alkefjellet cliffs
Starts / Ends:
Helsinki / Helsinki
Activities:
Adventure Options, Kayaking, Small Ship Cruises, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on this 15-day Arctic adventure beginning in Helsinki, a city known for its architecture and cultural blend. Fly to Longyearbyen and start your thrilling circumnavigation of Spitsbergen. Each day brings new opportunities to explore dramatic fjords, massive glaciers, and isolated Arctic …
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Incredible ice in Svalbard
$6,695
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Svalbard Circumnavigation

10 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Albatros
  • Look for polar wildlife
  • View countless seabirds
  • Visit the northernmost towns
  • Cruise past glaciers and fjords
Starts / Ends:
Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen
Activities:
Kayaking, Small Ship Cruises, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Enjoy the incredible beauty of high summer in the Arctic with this 10-day cruise circumnavigating the Svalbard archipelago aboard Ocean Albatros. Marvel at spectacular glaciers and icebergs, admire deep fjords and high mountains, and learn from onboard guides and naturalists about the region. Keep …
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$12,090
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Expedition Svalbard

12 Day Itinerary aboard M/S Stockholm
  • Experience eastern Svalbard
  • Observe for Arctic wildlife
  • Discover 17th-century whaling relic
  • Explore stunning landscapes
Activities:
Small Ship Cruises, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
To travel on board the small and classic ship M/S Stockholm is a truly unique experience. With only 12 passengers on board, this is like travelling on a private yacht. After 20 years in Svalbard she has the experience and track record of being able to reach sites that are inaccessible to other …
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