Explore Svalbard on a 10-day route from Longyearbyen and return aboard MV Freya. Sail past Fuglefjella near Longyearbyen before visiting Poolepynten on Prins Karls Forland, known for its walrus colony and burial site. Travel along the ice edge, where seals, seabirds, and polar bears may be present. Continue to Fuglefjorden for a Zodiac cruise near Svitjodbreen and observe glacier fronts. Visit St. Johnsfjord and land at Copper Camp to view remains from past activity. In Van Mijenfjord, land at Vårsolbukta to see Camp Bell and look for reindeer. Explore Hornsund with a landing at Gnålodden, home to bird cliffs and a trapper’s hut. Return through Isfjorden to Longyearbyen for disembarkation. Includes daily shore landings, wildlife observation, and guided exploration throughout the journey.
Highlights
Observe polar bears, seals, and seabirds along shifting Arctic ice edge
Visit Copper Camp and Camp Bell, learning about Svalbard trapping history
Cruise Fuglefjorden and Hornsund, viewing glaciers and calving ice fronts
Land at Gnålodden and Vårsolbukta, exploring cliffs and Arctic tundra
Activity options vary depending on destination and operator. Activity level is determined by the range and intensity of activities you choose to participate in. Discuss with your Trip Planner which options are best for you.
Search the ice edge, a dynamic setting of texture and light, home to seals, seabirds, and polar bears. Turn south to Fuglefjorden, for a Zodiac cruise of Svitjodbreen, on the hunt for calving ice. Tour St. Johnsfjord, landing at Copper Camp to view cultural remains. Land at Vårsolbukta in Van Mijenfjord to view Camp Bell, a prospector’s hut, and hopefully meet some reindeer.
See Hornsund, with a landing in Gnålodden to marvel at the scenic bird cliff (home to black-legged kittiwakes) and trapper’s hut. Return north to Isfjorden and Longyearbyen.
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$17,5002-3 travelers
Signature Twin
Located on Deck 1, these 10m² cabins sleep two guests in lower twin berths and feature a window. Each has a private bathroom with shower and toilet. Amenities include Starlink Wi-Fi, a 220V European plug socket, complimentary toiletries, towels, bedding, slippers, a hairdryer, and rubber muck boots provided for the expedition.
Signature Penthouse
Located on Deck 1, this 15m² suite accommodates two guests in a double bed and features a window. It includes a private bathroom with shower and toilet, plus ample storage. Amenities include Starlink Wi-Fi, a 220V European plug socket, complimentary toiletries, towels, bedding, slippers, a hairdryer, and rubber muck boots provided for the expedition.
Signature Single
Located on Deck 1, these 10m² cabins are designed for solo travellers, featuring a lower berth and a window. Each has a private bathroom with shower and toilet. Amenities include Starlink Wi-Fi, a 220V European plug socket, complimentary toiletries, towels, bedding, slippers, a hairdryer, and rubber muck boots provided for the expedition.
Initial deposit is 30%, and most travelers will call our office and pay the deposit with a credit card.
Final payment is due 100 days prior to departure by Bank transfer, check or credit card. All final payments by credit card may be subject to a surcharge and maximum of $20,000 charge
The trip might have been the absolute best of our lifetime (thus far). We particularly want to commend our guide Peter in the Guilin area-he was so incredibly attentive, energetic, enthusiastic-and absolutely dedicated to ensuring that our meals were 100% vegetarian.
