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Experience the enchanting Arctic landscapes and captivating wildlife of Svalbard with Adventure Life's array of 7 small ship cruises for 2025. Join us on a wildlife viewing journey through the icy realm of the Arctic, from Helsinki to Longyearbyen. Engage in land and sea exploration, hiking the tundra, and cruising in a Zodiac to spot iconic arctic wildlife like polar bears prowling the pack ice. With activities like photography seminars and kayaking, this adventure offers a relaxed pace suitable for all travelers. Don't miss this opportunity to delve into the breathtaking nature and unique wildlife of Svalbard. Contact one of Adventure Life's Arctic specialists for help planning your next seamless trip.
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Alkhornet Hiking
from $13,795
EBD $2000
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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
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Stand Up Paddle Boarding
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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.
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Riding zodiac in Arctic Ocean
from $10,695
EBD $2000
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Svalbard in Spring: Sea Ice, Pristine Snow and Wildlife

Helsinki Roundtrip - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Explorer
  • Cruise Svalbard Fjords
  • Explore rugged Bellsund fjord
  • Navigate pristine ice in Hornsund
  • Spot majestic polar bears
  • Photograph vast Raudfjorden mountai
Starts / Ends
Helsinki / Helsinki
Activities
Wildlife Viewing, Kayaking, Photography Seminars, Hiking, Whale Watching
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Variable
Embark on an 11-day Svalbard expedition aboard Ocean Explorer. Navigate dynamic sea ice, explore glaciers, fjords, and snow-covered mountains. Observe polar bears, walruses, Arctic foxes, and seabird colonies while witnessing spring awakening in the High Arctic. Landings, ice walks, and guided exploration highlight this rare Arctic adventure.
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Incredible views in Burgerbukta
from $14,210
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Svalbard & The Arctic Circle

Roundtrip Longyearbyen - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Aqua Lares
  • Explore Alkehornet bird cliffs
  • Visit Gravneset whaling site
  • Discover Smeerenburg history
  • View Brasvellbreen ice front
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Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on an 8-day cruise around Svalbard on Aqua Lares, adjusting routes based on ice and wildlife. Explore historic whaling sites, observe majestic glaciers, and enjoy expert-led small group adventures for optimal wildlife viewing.
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Iconic Krossfjorden
from $24,360
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Svalbard, Arctic Circle & Tromso

Longyearbyen - Tromso - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Aqua Lares
  • Explore Alkehornet cliffs
  • Discover Smeerenburg Fjord
  • Visit Gravneset whaling site
  • View Brasvellbreen glacier front
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Longyearbyen / Tromso
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on a 13-day Svalbard expedition aboard Aqua Lares, adjusting routes for optimal wildlife viewing. Explore iconic sites like bird cliffs, historic cemeteries, and glaciers, with daily shore landings and expert guidance for safety and responsible encounters.
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A pair of young Arctic reindeer resting in Alkhornet, Svalbard.
from $24,360
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Tromso, Arctic Circle & Svalbard

Tromso - Longyearbyen - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Aqua Lares
  • Discover Gjesvaerstappan wildlife
  • Visit Skarsvag northernmost village
  • Step ashore on Reinoya
  • Observe Bear Island cliffs
Starts / Ends
Tromso / Longyearbyen
Activities
Village Visits
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on a 13-day Aqua Lares cruise exploring Svalbard, starting in Tromso and visiting northern villages and seabird colonies. Experience guided wildlife walks, witness glaciers, and search for polar bears and walrus in the Arctic's stunning landscapes.
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Discover ancient cultures of the Orkney islands
from $13,395
EBD $2000
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Scotland to Spitsbergen: Puffins, Sea Ice and Wildlife

Aberdeen, Scotland - Helsinki - 17 Day Itinerary aboard Ultramarine
  • Explore Orkney Neolithic Ruins
  • Cruise Norwegian Arctic Fjords
  • Discover Shetland Viking Sites
  • Observe Bear Island Birds
Starts / Ends
Aberdeen / Helsinki
Activities
Archaeological Site Visits, Spa Relaxation
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Variable
Sail on 17 days aboard Ultramarine from Aberdeen to Longyearbyen. Explore Orkney and Shetland’s Neolithic ruins, Norwegian fjords, and Svalbard’s glaciers, ice, seabird colonies, and Arctic wildlife. Participate in Zodiac cruises, hikes, and cultural encounters while observing polar bears, walrus, whales, and Arctic birds in their natural habitats.
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A colony of walruses resting on the beach
from $17,195
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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
Activity Level
Variable
Explore Spitsbergen’s on this 15-day cruise from Helsinki and back aboard Ocean Explorer. Witness the untamed beauty, cruising past towering glaciers, colorful tundra, and dramatic fjords. Spot polar bears, seabird colonies, and walrus haul-outs. Discover sites like Alkefjellet, Ny-London, and 14th of July Glacier.
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