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The icy realm of Svalbard beckons with its pristine beauty and unique wildlife encounters on our 17 distinctive Arctic Cruises in August 2024. Join us to explore the breathtaking Arctic landscapes of Spitsbergen, Jan Mayen, Greenland, and Iceland on our carefully crafted tours that immerse you in the wonders of the region. From hiking on Arctic tundra to kayaking alongside massive glaciers and participating in photography seminars capturing the Arctic's essence, each day offers new adventures to behold. Witness iconic arctic wildlife in their natural habitats, from polar bears to beluga whales, and visit remote Inuit communities to gain a deeper understanding of this remarkable destination. With activities like small ship cruises, whale watching, and wildlife viewing, the Arctic's allure comes to life over 9 to 23 days. Starting at $4,600 for our Arctic expeditions, this journey promises an unforgettable experience in the land of the midnight sun. To embark on an Arctic adventure that will stay etched in your memory forever, contact one of Adventure Life's Arctic specialists for help planning your next seamless trip.
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Colorful houses of Svalbard
$12,695
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Svalbard Odyssey

12 Day Itinerary aboard Greg Mortimer
  • Sail to Spitsbergen’s coastline
  • Spot lots of wildlife
  • Photograph Arctic tundra flowers
  • Look out for birdlife
Starts / Ends:
Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen
Activities:
Kayaking, Photography Seminars, Small Ship Cruises, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Enjoy the best of Svalbard, a world of endless daylight where polar bear sightings quicken your pulse, guillemot cries echo from sea cliffs and beluga whales rise from the sea. Explore tundra adorned with wildflowers and look out for arctic fox, or discover historic camps of explorers and hunters. …
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A single home in the desolate arctic.
$5,400
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Around Spitsbergen - Kvitoya, In the realm of Polar Bear & Ice

10 Day Itinerary aboard MV Plancius
  • Visit Ny-Alesund
  • See reindeer, walrus, and whales
  • Climb Soraberget to view the icecap
  • Explore rarely-visited Kvitøya
Activities:
Small Ship Cruises, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Board the expedition ship MV Plancius and explore the shores of Spitsbergen on this unique Arctic cruise. This 10-day voyage around Spitsbergen gives you a great chance to see whales, foxes, reindeer, seals, and polar bears. The expedition makes a landing on the island of Kvitøya, a site of …
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View of Reykjavik from the Church Tower
$11,395
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Four Arctic Islands: Spitsbergen, Jan Mayen, Greenland and Iceland

Helsinki to Reykjavik - 18 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Adventurer
  • Explore the four Arctic Islands
  • Immerse in icy realm of the Arctic
  • Search for iconic arctic wildlife
  • Visit a remote Inuit community
Starts / Ends:
Helsinki / Reykjavik
Activities:
Hiking, Kayaking, Small Ship Cruises, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Relaxed
This 18-day itinerary gives a generous sampling of the four unique Arctic regions. This voyage is ideal for first-time visitors who want a taste of everything the Arctic has to offer. Beginning in Iceland, your adventure takes you to the Denmark Strait, renowned for its stunning scenery and …
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$10,890
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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:
Relaxed
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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Whale sighting in Polar waters!
$16,195
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Jewels of the Arctic

Longyearbyen to Reykjavik - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Greg Mortimer
  • Sail along East Greenland
  • Tour across the Scoresby Sund
  • Experience Inuit culture
  • Enjoy the Spitsbergen’s fjords
Starts / Ends:
Longyearbyen / Reykjavik
Activities:
Kayaking, Small Ship Cruises, Snorkeling, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Embark on a 15-day expedition cruise aboard the Greg Mortimer. While cruising the icy waters of the Greenland Sea between Spitsbergen and Iceland, keep an eye out for whales, sea ice, and countless seabirds. Your days will be jam-packed with once-in-a-lifetime moments: Zodiac cruise amongst …
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Walruses huddled together on the ice
$4,600
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North Spitsbergen - Kvitoya - Farthest North

9 Day Itinerary aboard MV Hondius
  • Search for polar bears on pack ice
  • Enjoy excursions in Zodiacs
  • Visit Kvitoya
  • Sail through Krossfjorden scenery
Starts / Ends:
Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen
Activities:
Small Ship Cruises, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Relaxed
This 9-day scenic expedition cruise aboard the MV Hondius takes you through North Spitsbergen. ExploreSvalbard's northern region to experience the breathtaking scenery and fascinating animals. Touch down on Kvitya, a location with historical value and a sizable walrus population. Join your …
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Beautiful Hornsund, Norway
$12,400
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23 Days Extended Around Spitsbergen & Northeast Greenland - Aurora Borealis

23 Day Itinerary aboard MV Plancius
  • Enjoy seeing wildlife
  • Explore Longyearbyen
  • Views of northern lights
Starts / Ends:
Longyearbyen / Akureyri
Activities:
Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Set sail on the MV Plancius on this 23-day Spitsbergen & Northeast Greenland voyage. When you join two outstanding Arctic cruises into one, you get powerhouse polar adventures like this. After edging the pack ice of the planet’s most stunning polar bear habitat, you head to scenically …
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Walrus in the Arctic
$10,795
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Three Arctic Islands: Spitsbergen, Greenland and Iceland

Helsinki to Reykjavik - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Adventurer
  • Immerse in the icy realm of Arctic
  • Marvel at the glaciers and wildlife
  • Hike the tundra and explore
  • Cruise in a Zodiac to explore
  • Take the Polar Plunge
Starts / Ends:
Helsinki / Reykjavik
Activities:
Adventure Options, Hiking, Kayaking, Small Ship Cruises, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Variety is the spice of the Three Arctic Islands: Spitsbergen, Greenland, and Iceland adventure, named one of National Geographic Traveler’s 50 Tours of a Lifetime. Check three different Arctic regions off your list, heading above the Arctic Circle to Spitsbergen, “wildlife capital of …
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Unforgettable shades of blue
$7,000
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Spitsbergen - Northeast Greenland - Aurora Borealis, Including Long Hikes

Longyearbyen- Reykjavik - 14 Day Itinerary aboard Ortelius
  • View the Northern Lights
  • Visit Ittoqqortoormiit settlement
  • Watch whale and seabird migration
  • Observe cathedral-like icebergs
Starts / Ends:
Longyearbyen / Akureyri
Activities:
Hiking, Small Ship Cruises, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Relaxed
This 14-day voyage starts in Longyearbyen (Spitsbergen), sailing along the Northeast coast of Greenland and ending in Akureyri (Iceland). Approaching Greenland attempt to sail through the sea ice into Foster Bugt, making your first landing at Myggebugten. Beyond the old hunters’ hut (in the …
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Explore the Arctic
$10,395
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Svalbard & NE Greenland National Park

Olso - Longyearbyen - 14 Day Itinerary aboard Sea Spirit
  • Explore Northeast Greenland NP
  • Find ancient Thule sites
  • Catch sight of the Northern Lights
  • Spot charismatic Arctic wildlife
Starts / Ends:
Oslo / Longyearbyen
Activities:
Kayaking, Photography Seminars, Small Ship Cruises, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Board the Sea Spirit, for this 14-day cruise of the two beautiful Arctic islands. Embark in Longyearbyen - a must for those who want to see the Arctic in all its wildness and splendor. Explore Svalbard, the most impressive scenery, and some of the Arctic’s best wildlife viewing. Witness the …
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Visit the colorful town of Longyearbyen in the far north
$7,000
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Spitsbergen - Northeast Greenland - Aurora Borealis, Including Long Hikes

14 Day Itinerary aboard MV Plancius
  • View the Northern Lights
  • Visit Ittoqqortoormiit settlement
  • Watch whale and seabird migration
  • Observe cathedral-like icebergs
Starts / Ends:
Longyearbyen / Akureyri
Activities:
Small Ship Cruises, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
This 14-day voyage starts in Longyearbyen (Spitsbergen), sailing along the Northeast coast of Greenland and ending in Akureyri (Iceland). Approaching Greenland attempt to sail through the sea ice into Foster Bugt, making your first landing at Myggebugten. Beyond the old hunters’ hut (in the …
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A sow and her cubs
$12,092
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Circumnavigating the Svalbard Archipelago

12 Day Itinerary aboard MS Spitsbergen
  • Discover the center of Svalbard
  • Explore Spitsbergen National Park
  • View Svalbard's reindeer population
  • Visit Nature Reserve of Svalbard
Starts / Ends:
Oslo / Oslo
Activities:
Small Ship Cruises, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Board the MS Spitsbergen for a 12-day expedition that is considered the ultimate Svalbard cruise. Starting in Norway's amazing Arctic frontier town, get a chance to discover the many things to do in Longyearbyen. Next, set sail and travel well above the 80th parallel to place you closer than …
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Stunning views from your zodiac cruise
$7,000
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Spitsbergen - Northeast Greenland - Aurora Borealis, Including Long Hikes

14 Day Itinerary aboard MV Hondius
  • View the Northern Lights
  • Visit Ittoqqortoormiit settlement
  • Watch whale and seabird migration
  • Observe massive icebergs
Starts / Ends:
Longyearbyen / Reykjavik
Activities:
Hiking, Small Ship Cruises, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Relaxed
The Spitsbergen and Northeast Greenland cruise sails waters filled with breathtaking scenery. The expedition passes through areas that are home to seals, seabirds, whales, and polar bears, topped off with nighttime viewing of the Northern Lights. Each day, explore stunning arctic landscapes with …
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Polar bear in the Arctic
$5,400
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Around Spitsbergen - Kvitoya, In the realm of Polar Bear & Ice

10 Day Itinerary aboard MV Hondius
  • Visit Ny-Alesund
  • See reindeer, walrus, and whales
  • Climb Soraberget to view the icecap
  • Explore rarely-visited Kvitøya
Starts / Ends:
Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen
Activities:
Small Ship Cruises, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Board the expedition ship MV Hondius and explore the shores of Spitsbergen on this unique Arctic cruise. This 10-day voyage around Spitsbergen gives you a great chance to see whales, foxes, reindeer, seals, and polar bears. The expedition makes a landing on the island of Kvitøya, a site of …
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MV Kinfish among ice bergs
$11,395
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Natural Wonders of Svalbard Cruise

Longyearbyen Roundtrip - 10 Day Itinerary aboard MV Kinfish
  • Explore Svalbard during the summer
  • Visit Prins Karls Foreland
  • Enjoy hiking & seeing reindeers
  • See Svalbard's Lilliehook glacier
Starts / Ends:
Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen
Activities:
Hiking, Small Ship Cruises, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Experience the breathtaking wilderness of Svalbard in summertime, when the sun never sets, on this 10-day Svalbard Micro Cruise aboard the MV Kinfish. Your journey begins in Longyearbyen before sailing through Adventfjord. It also includes a stop at Prins Karls Foreland, where you can step ashore …
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Snow-covered mountain peaks
$8,390
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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:
Relaxed
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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$11,990
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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:
Relaxed
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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