Your expedition departs from Longyearbyen, the most northerly town on earth. Leave the port late in the afternoon, and for the next ten days, say goodbye to civilization as you sail to the far northeast. Whales are active this time of year and scour the horizon for photography opportunities as you flow through Isfjord. This expedition aims to spend lots of time exploring nature, scenery, wildlife, and glaciers.

Daily, the team will launch the zodiacs to go exploring. During September, the team will undertake many zodiac cruises and shore landings to open up different photography opportunities. On the first morning, sail alongside Prins Karls Forland, an island known for its dramatic scenery and walrus colonies. If the conditions allow, you can land at a walrus colony, offering some great shots of walruses. As you head north, visit some of Svalbard’s glaciers bathed in golden light while keeping a good lookout for polar bears that roam the shores.

Over the next few days, navigate between the coast and the sea ice that extends to the North Pole. Count on regular shore landings and zodiac tours to visit different natural and historical sites, including glaciers, partake in wilderness hikes, and fully immerse yourselves in the raw nature of the Arctic.

Every day, explore deeper into the wilderness Svalbard has to offer. Under the guidance of your expedition leader, work with the weather and sea ice conditions to show you the best that the northwest coast has to offer.

If the sea ice grants passage, aim to head east towards the Hinlopen Strait area and venture deeper into a vast world of ice and cliffs. While attempting this, reach a new higher latitude for the voyage, crossing the 80-degree north parallel. The days will be long and complemented with action, zodiac cruises, and the search for wildlife.

As you explore east of Svalbard, aim to visit the meltwater waterfalls pouring from the edge of the Austfonna Ice Cap, taking the time to cruise alongside the breathtaking natural spectacle.

The return route is highly dependent on the ice and weather aspects. If conditions allow, you may follow the compass south and explore the region along the south coast of Spitsbergen, sailing via Freemansund. Or, you should head back north and west and cruise the ice edge while exploring sites and scouting for wildlife.

By morning, arrive back at the port of Longyearbyen. Disembarking the ship will involve saying goodbye to the new friends you’ve made and keeping the memories of the transformative adventure you shared.