Longyearbyen Wildlife Viewing Trips & Safaris

from $15,295

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Spitsbergen Circumnavigation: A Rite of Passage

14 Day Itinerary aboard Ultramarine

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Helsinki / Helsinki

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Variable

Embark on a 14-day expedition cruise roundtrip to Helsinki aboard the Ultramarine. Explore historic sites, witness iconic wildlife, and enjoy birdwatching. Explore glaciers, fjords, icebergs, and more.

• Explore Helsinki
• Discover Spitsbergen
• Experience Spitsbergen
• Lookout for Arctic wildlife

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from $18,480

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Arctic Climate Expedition 2025

Roundtrip Oslo - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Sylvia Earle

Starts / Ends

Oslo / Oslo

Activities

Kayaking, Wildlife Viewing, Whale Watching, Photography Seminars, Adventure Options, Scuba Diving

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Variable

Join a 13-day expedition cruise on the Sylvia Earle to and from Oslo, venturing beyond 80°N to observe iconic Arctic wildlife and glaciers. Hosted by Dr. Sylvia Earle, this expedition invites changemakers to engage in vital conversations on preserving the planet for future generations.

• Explore Svalbard's glaciers
• Tour Longyearbyen's cultural sites
• Spot Svalbard wildlife
• Join Arctic sustainability workshop

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from $14,895

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Svalbard Explorer: Best of High Arctic Norway

12 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Explorer

Starts / Ends

Helsinki / Helsinki

Activities

Hiking

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Variable

Join this 12-day expedition cruise aboard the Ocean Explorer from Helsinki. Encounter iconic Arctic wildlife and explore diverse terrain under the mesmerizing Arctic sun.

• Explore Helsinki
• Witness Spitsbergen
• Experience Spitsbergen
• Discover Spitsbergen

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from $8,695

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Svalbard Explorer: Best of High Arctic Norway

Roundtrip Helsinki - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Ultramarine

Starts / Ends

Helsinki / Longyearbyen

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on an 11-day Arctic adventure starting in Helsinki and journeying to the remote wilderness of Spitsbergen aboard Ultramarine. Marvel at breathtaking glaciers, search for polar bears, and witness vibrant tundras. This journey includes visits to iconic sites like Alkefjellet, Hinlopen Strait, and the 14th of July Glacier.

• Discover Helsinki’s architecture
• Cruise Arctic fjords
• Marvel at Alkefjellet cliffs
• Explore the 14th of July Glacier

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from $10,195

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Svalbard Explorer: Best of High Arctic Norway

10 Day Itinerary aboard Ultramarine

Starts / Ends

Helsinki / Helsinki

Activity Level

Variable

Join this 10-day expedition cruise aboard the Ultramarine from Helsinki. Encounter iconic Arctic wildlife and explore diverse terrain under the mesmerizing Arctic sun.

• Explore Helsinki
• Witness Spitsbergen
• Experience Spitsbergen
• Discover Spitsbergen

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from $6,595

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Spitsbergen Highlights: Journey into the Arctic Wilderness

Roundtrip Helsinki - 7 Day Itinerary aboard Ultramarine

Starts / Ends

Helsinki / Helsinki

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on a 7-day expedition cruise to and from Helsinki aboard the Ultramarine. Witness the Arctic's iconic wildlife, like polar bears, walruses, and reindeer. Experience Zodiacs to explore glaciers, fjords, and icebergs, and immerse yourself in optional kayaking adventures in this icy realm.

• Explore Helsinki
• Discover Spitsbergen
• Experience Krossfjorden
• Explore Smeerenburg

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from $15,358

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Svalbard: In Search of Iconic Arctic Wildlife

10 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Endurance

Starts / Ends

Oslo / Longyearbyen

Activity Level

Variable

Plunge deep into the Arctic on this 10-day polar expedition cruise aboard the luxurious National Geographic Endurance to experience wildlife like polar bears, walrus, reindeer, and other unique creatures of the ice. This tour offers chances to hike and kayak among pristine nature, perfect for photography and wildlife buffs alike.

• View polar bears on the pack ice
• Observe walruses and other wildlife
• Hike, walk, Zodiac cruise & kayak
• Enjoy incredible photos ops

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from $9,499

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Svalbard Odyssey

Roundtrip Longyearbyen - 13 Day Itinerary aboard World Voyager

Starts / Ends

Oslo / Oslo

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on a 13-day cruise from Longyearbyen aboard the World Voyager. Explore Svalbard's glaciers, fjords, and Arctic wildlife. Enjoy expert-led shore landings and unforgettable adventures.

• Explore Longyearbyen
• Discover Nybyen
• Visit the Svalbard Museum
• Spot Svalbard’s majestic wildlife

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from $12,599

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Scenic Svalbard

Roundtrip Edinburgh - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Seabourn Venture

Starts / Ends

Edinburgh / Edinburgh

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on an 11-day cruise aboard the Seabourn Venture, exploring iconic Scottish landmarks before flying to the Arctic wilderness. Cruise through dramatic fjords, witness wildlife like polar bears and experience thrilling Zodiac and kayak excursions among Svalbard’s icy landscapes.

• Visit Edinburgh Castle’s hilltop
• Discover Svalbard’s fjords
• Explore Longyearbyen’s icy waters
• Witness Svalbard’s wildlife

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from $13,795

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Spitsbergen Circumnavigation: A Rite of Passage

Roundtrip Helsinki - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Ultramarine

Starts / Ends

Helsinki / Helsinki

Activity Level

Variable

Discover Spitsbergen on this 15-day cruise aboard the Ultramarine exploring glaciers, fjords, and tundras. Spot polar bears, walruses, and seabirds like puffins and guillemots. Visit historical whaling outposts, colorful tundra meadows, and breathtaking locations like Alkefjellet and the 14th of July Glacier.

• Explore Helsinki museums
• Spot polar bears hunting on the sea
• Visit the 14th of July Glacier
• Admire Alkefjellet cliffs

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from $5,999

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Wilds of the High Arctic

Roundtrip Longyearbyen - 9 Day Itinerary aboard World Navigator

Starts / Ends

Oslo / Oslo

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on a 9-day cruise aboard the World Navigator from Longyearbyen. Explore Svalbard's High Arctic, teeming with wildlife like polar bears, reindeer, and whales. Navigate stunning glaciers, spot walruses, and experience endless daylight under the Midnight Sun.

• Discover Longyearbyen
• Explore Nybyen
• Visit Svalbard Museum
• Spot elusive wildlife

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from $5,999

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Arctic Sojourn

Roundtrip Longyearbyen - 8 Day Itinerary aboard World Navigator

Starts / Ends

Oslo / Oslo

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on an 8-day cruise from Longyearbyen aboard the World Navigator. Explore towering glaciers and serene fjords, and spot Arctic wildlife. Guided shore landings and Zodiac safaris reveal Svalbard’s rich history and stunning landscapes.

• Explore Longyearbyen
• Visit Svalbard Museum
• Discover Nybyen
• Spot Arctic wildlife

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from $17,250

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Svalbard and the Northern Fjords

10 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Endurance

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This 10-day Arctic expedition on National Geographic Endurance takes you to the remote islands and fjords of northern Norway such as Sørøya Island and Senja Island before moving towards Svalbard, where the wildlife and rugged landscapes will take your breath away.

• Make for the wilder wilds
• Discover the islands and fjords
• Actively explore the scenery
• Explore the coves and inlets

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from $4,695

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Svalbard - Last Stop before the North Pole

8 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Albatros

Starts / Ends

Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on an 8-day cruise to and from Longyearbyen aboard the Ocean Albatros. Experience the breathtaking beauty of Svalbard on this Arctic adventure cruise, encountering whales, walruses, polar bears, and countless sea birds.

• Discover Northwest Spitzbergen
• Experience Northeast Svalbard
• Journey to North Svalbard
• Explore Longyearbyen

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from $4,350

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17 Days Extensive Arctic Ocean - North Spitsbergen Explorer

Aberdeen - Longyearbyen - 17 Day Itinerary aboard MV Hondius

Starts / Ends

Aberdeen / Longyearbyen

Activities

Small Ship Sailing

Activity Level

Variable

Sail from Aberdeen to Spitsbergen via Jan Mayen on a 17-day Arctic adventure aboard MV Hondius, exploring remote islands, glaciers, and wildlife-filled waters. Visit Fair Isle, Jan Mayen’s volcanic landscapes, and Spitsbergen’s icy fjords while spotting whales, polar bears, and walruses under the midnight sun.

• Visit seabird-rich Fair Isle
• Discover Jan Mayen’s volcano
• Sail Arctic ice, spot wildlife
• See massive Arctic glaciers

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from $10,495

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In-Depth Exploration in the Land of the Polar Bear

Roundtrip Longyearbyen - 14 Day Itinerary aboard Sea Spirit

Starts / Ends

Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on a 14-day expedition cruise to and from Longyearbyen aboard the Sea Spirit. Explore the stunning landscapes and wildlife of Svalbard. Encounter polar bears, visit remote islands, and create unforgettable memories on this Arctic adventure.

• Discover Kvitoya’s icy wilderness
• Explore Longyearbyen’s Arctic charm
• Enjoy Spitsbergen’s landscapes
• Witness polar bears in the Arctic

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from $7,500

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19 Days Extensive Arctic Ocean - North Spitsbergen Explorer

Vlissingen to Longyearbyen - 19 Day Itinerary aboard MV Hondius

Starts / Ends

Vlissingen / Longyearbyen

Activity Level

Variable

Board the MV Hondius in Vlissingen for a 19-day Arctic Ocean adventure to North Spitsbergen, with sightings of dolphins, orcas, and minke whales. Visit Raudfjord, Monaco Glacier, Hinlopen Strait, and the Seven Islands, encountering seals, seabirds, and polar bears.

• Explore North Sea Wildlife
• Seabirds at Fowlsheugh
• Visit Ythan Estuary Seals
• Arctic bird expedition
• Explore Granite City
• Sail through Fair Isle

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from $11,995

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In-Depth Exploration in the Land of the Polar Bear

Roundtrip Longyearbyen - 14 Day Itinerary aboard Sea Spirit

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Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on a 14-day expedition cruise aboard the Sea Spirit, starting in Longyearbyen and exploring the stunning landscapes of Northwest Spitsbergen National Park and Kvitoya, home to polar bears. Experience the wildlife of Isfjorden, witness the impressive ice cliffs of Austfonna, and conclude your adventure along Spitsbergen’s west coast.

• Explore Longyearbyen’s Arctic charm
• Sail through Isfjorden
• Discover Kvitoya’s icy wilderness
• Marvel at Alkefjellet’s bird cliffs

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