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Discover the extraordinary beauty of Norway's Svalbard archipelago with one of these 42 photography cruises during 2026 or 2027. Take a voyage of discovery that catapults the art of image capture to the next level. Make the most of the Arctic environment, where the light is just right for capturing stunning landscapes, glaciers, and wildlife. Engage in captivating experiences that transport you to a world of unspoiled beauty and diverse wildlife, from polar bears to seabirds. Our photography cruises, spanning 7 to 18 days start at $4,500. Don't miss this opportunity to capture the essence of Svalbard through your lens. Contact us to craft a personalized photography cruise.
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Arctic fox during spring in Svalbard
from $19,895
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Svalbard Odyssey

Roundtrip Oslo - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Greg Mortimer
  • Explore Longyearbyen
  • Experience Camp Barentz
  • Visit Svalbard Museum
  • Look out for birdlife
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Oslo / Longyearbyen
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Join a 12-day expedition cruise on the Greg Mortimer to explore the breathtaking Arctic landscapes of Svalbard. Experience exhilarating polar bear encounters, observe wildlife like beluga whales and arctic foxes, and navigate stunning fjords and pack ice.
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A mother bear and her two cubs
from $4,800
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North Spitsbergen Explorer - Into the pack ice - Polar Bear Special

8 Day Itinerary aboard Ortelius
  • Explore Longyearbyen, historic town
  • Visit Raudfjord, expansive glaciers
  • Discover Monaco Glacier, ice cliffs
  • Visit Alkhornet, Arctic wildlife
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Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen
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Embark on an 8-day cruise to and from Longyearbyen aboard the Ortelius. Explore the pack ice of northern Spitsbergen, offering abundant chances to spot whales, polar bears, seabirds, walruses, and a diverse array of Arctic wildlife.
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Incredible ice in Svalbard
from $4,500
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North Spitsbergen Basecamp

Roundtrip Longyearbyen - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Ortelius
  • Discover Raudfjorden’s wildlife
  • Explore Longyearbyen’s town
  • Cruise along Monaco Glacier
  • Visit Ny Alesund’s research station
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Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen
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Scuba Diving
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Embark on an 8-day roundtrip cruise from Longyearbyen aboard the Ortelius. Explore the Arctic wonders of North Spitsbergen on the Basecamp cruise. Hike, snowshoe, kayak, and capture the beauty of polar wildlife and landscapes.
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Beautiful Hornsund, Norway
from $7,895
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Svalbard Circumnavigation: The Ultimate Arctic Quest

Longyearbyen Roundtrip - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Albatros
  • Witness polar wildlife
  • Cruise Hinlopen Strait
  • Encounter walrus colonies
  • Visit Ny-Ålesund settlement
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Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen
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Experience a 10-day Arctic cruise aboard the Ocean Albatros, exploring Svalbard’s dramatic landscapes and historic sites. Witness towering glaciers, walrus colonies, and seabird cliffs as the expedition sails through ice-filled waters.
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Incredible ice in Svalbard
from $10,295
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West Svalbard & Polar Ice Edge

Longyearbyen Roundtrip - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Sea Spirit
  • Cruise Hornsund fjord
  • Discover Bellsund history
  • See seabirds nesting
  • Hike Arctic tundra
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Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen
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Variable
Begin in Longyearbyen, then embark on a 10-day Arctic cruise aboard the Sea Spirit. Explore Spitsbergen’s fjords, glaciers, and national parks, with chances to see polar bears, walrus, whales, and seabirds. Visit historic Ny Ålesund and reach the polar ice edge for wildlife encounters in one of the Arctic’s most pristine regions.
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A polar bear climbs glacial ice in the Arctic
from $9,295
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Svalbard Circumnavigation: The Ultimate Arctic Quest

Longyearbyen Roundtrip - 10 Day Itinerary aboard MV Discoverer
  • Witness polar wildlife
  • Cruise Hinlopen Strait
  • Encounter walrus colonies
  • Visit Ny-Ålesund settlement
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Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen
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Wildlife Viewing, Photography Seminars, Whale Watching, Kayaking, Archaeological Site Visits, Citizen Science
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Variable
Experience a 10-day Arctic expedition roundtrip Longyearbyen aboard MV Discoverer. Explore remote fjords, towering glaciers, polar deserts, and historic settlements across Svalbard. Search for polar bears, walruses, whales, and seabirds while discovering Arctic exploration history amid some of the planet’s most spectacular wilderness.
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A mother polar bear and her young relax on the Arctic landscape
from $11,995
25% Off
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In-Depth Exploration in the Land of the Polar Bear

Roundtrip Longyearbyen - 14 Day Itinerary aboard Sea Spirit
  • Explore Longyearbyen’s Arctic charm
  • Sail through Isfjorden
  • Discover Kvitoya’s icy wilderness
  • Marvel at Alkefjellet’s bird cliffs
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Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen
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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.
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Hiking in Spitsbergen
from $19,995
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Svalbard Summer Photo Tour with Paul Goldstein

Roundtrip Longyearbyen - 10 Day Itinerary aboard MV Vikingfjord
  • Hike historic Ytre Norskøya
  • Visit remote Kvitøya island
  • Spot whales near shelf edge
  • Explore Sjuøyane’s wild cliffs
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Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen
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Variable
Explore Svalbard’s Arctic landscapes on this 10-day cruise aboard MV Vikingfjord. Visit walrus colonies, whaling sites, and bird cliffs. Cruise along glaciers, search the sea ice for polar bears, and take in the northernmost islands of Sjuøyane before returning to Longyearbyen.
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Hiking in Spitsbergen
from $19,995
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Svalbard Summer Photo Tour

Roundtrip Longyearbyen - 10 Day Itinerary aboard MV Vikingfjord
  • Hike historic Ytre Norskøya
  • Visit remote Kvitøya island
  • Spot whales near shelf edge
  • Explore Sjuøyane’s wild cliffs
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Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen
Activities
Hiking, Village Visits
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Variable
Explore Svalbard’s Arctic landscapes on this 10-day cruise aboard MV Vikingfjord. Visit walrus colonies, whaling sites, and bird cliffs. Cruise along glaciers, search the sea ice for polar bears, and take in the northernmost islands of Sjuøyane before returning to Longyearbyen.
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Beautiful Hornsund, Norway
from $17,500
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Svalbard Spring Photo Tour

Longyearbyen Roundtrip - 10 Day Itinerary aboard MV Freya
  • Observe Arctic wildlife closely
  • Visit historic Arctic sites
  • Cruise glacier-filled fjords
  • Explore remote landing sites
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Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen
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Variable
Explore Svalbard from Longyearbyen and return aboard MV Freya on a 10-day voyage. Visit Poolepynten, Fuglefjorden, Van Mijenfjord, Hornsund, and Isfjorden. Observe wildlife at the ice edge, land at historic camps, and travel by Zodiac through fjords. Includes daily excursions and guided landings.
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Polar bear in the Arctic
from $14,995
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Svalbard Spring Photo Tour

Longyearbyen Roundtrip - 8 Day Itinerary aboard MV Vikingfjord
  • Cruise the ice edge
  • See walrus colony
  • Zodiac at Lilliehöökbreen
  • Land at Sallyhamna
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Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen
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Variable
Enjoy exploring Svalbard’s icy wilderness on this 8-day cruise aboard MV Vikingfjord, sailing round-trip from Longyearbyen. Navigate to walrus colonies, historic trapper huts, and the Arctic ice edge. Visit sites like Alkhornet, Poolepynten, and Magdalenefjorden. Spot seals, seabirds, and polar bears, and cruise among calving glaciers by Zodiac.
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Walruses huddling together in Svalbard.
from $7,295
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West Svalbard & Polar Ice Edge

Longyearbyen Roundtrip - 9 Day Itinerary aboard Sea Spirit
  • Explore Hornsund fjord
  • Reach polar ice edge
  • Visit Ny-Ålesund research base
  • Observe Arctic wildlife
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Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen
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Variable
Explore Svalbard on a 9-day expedition from Longyearbyen aboard Sea Spirit. Travel through fjords, glaciers, and coastal areas of Spitsbergen. Visit national parks, the polar ice edge, and Ny-Ålesund. Observe Arctic wildlife, historic sites, and research stations with guided landings and daily excursions.
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