Svalbard Whale Watching Cruises

from $5,900

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Around Spitsbergen incl. Nordaustlandet

10 Day Itinerary aboard Ortelius

Starts / Ends

Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on a 10-day cruise from Longyearbyen aboard the Ortelius to explore glaciers, wildlife, and remote settlements. Highlights include Ny Alesund, the Monaco Glacier, and the rugged landscapes of Bell Sund.

• Discover Longyearbyen's history
• Visit Ny Alesund’s remote research
• Spot wildlife in Storfjorden
• Explore Bell Sund’s rich history

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from $5,900

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North Spitsbergen - In Pursuit of the Bowhead Whale

Roundtrip Longyearbyen - 8 Day Itinerary aboard MV Plancius

Starts / Ends

Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen

Activity Level

Variable

Set sail on an 8-day cruise aboard the MV Plancius, exploring the breathtaking diversity of North Spitsbergen. This expedition offers unforgettable vistas of sweeping sea ice, rugged coastlines, and numerous chances to encounter Arctic wildlife, including whales, polar bears, seabirds, and walruses.

• Explore Longyearbyen’s heritage
• Wander Raudfjord’s glaciers
• Encounter Ytre Norskoya’s puffins
• Spot Isfjorden’s whales

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from $4,450

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North Spitsbergen Explorer - Versatile landscapes, sea ice & wildlife - Summer Solstice

Roundtrip Longyearbyen - 8 Day Itinerary aboard MV Plancius

Starts / Ends

Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen

Activities

Hiking

Activity Level

Variable

Set sail on an 8-day Arctic cruise aboard the MV Plancius, exploring northern Spitsbergen’s stunning landscapes, from vast sea ice to dramatic coastlines. Enjoy incredible wildlife sightings, including whales and polar bears, scenic landings, and coastal hikes.

• Wander Longyearbyen charming street
• Visit Svalbard Museum exhibits
• Explore Raudfjord expansive glacier
• Sail Isfjorden scenic waters

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from $4,300

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North Spitsbergen Explorer - Polar Bears, Bowhead Whales & More

8 Day Itinerary aboard MV Plancius

Starts / Ends

Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen

Activity Level

Variable

Explore the Arctic wonders on an 8-day North Spitsbergen Explorer cruise aboard MV Plancius. Encounter polar bears, bowhead whales, and more. Marvel at Monaco Glacier's icy majesty, witness puffins nesting at Ytre Norskoya and sail into the pack ice for a thrilling three-day adventure.

• Witness Spitsbergen's beauty
• Encounter the grandeur of Raudfjord
• Watch for Greenland and minke whale

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from $3,950

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North Spitsbergen - Arctic Spring , Hike & Sail

Longyearbyen-Longyearbyen - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Rembrandt van Rijn

Starts / Ends

Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on an 8-day adventure aboard Rembrandt van Rijn through Svalbard’s Arctic wilderness. Visit remote settlements, observe wildlife, and explore the region’s history and culture.

• Discover Longyearbyen’s history
• Spot Arctic wildlife
• Hike Alkhorne
• Explore historic Ny Ålesund

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from $9,590

EBD $500

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Svalbard Adventure

9 Day Itinerary aboard M/S Stockholm

Activity Level

Variable

This unique cruise includes one night in a hotel in Longyearbyen and seven nights on board the charming Stockholm exploring Svalbard’s magical coastlines in search of walruses, whales, arctic foxes, and polar bears.

• Explore Longyearbyen
• Take daily Zodiac cruises
• Search for Arctic wildlife
• Explore grand icy landscapes

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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

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

Activity Level

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

Activity Level

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 $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 $11,390

EBD $500

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Expedition Svalbard

12 Day Itinerary aboard M/S Sjoveien

Starts / Ends

Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen

Activity Level

Variable

Enjoy a 12-day journey on the M/S Sjoveien as you explore the Arctic island of Svalbard in the lovely fall. Discover wildlife, breathtaking fjords, and towering mountain peaks.

• Venture out on daily zodiac cruises
• Explore along fjords and glaciers
• Learn about Eastern Svalbard
• Discover Southwest Spitsbergen

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from $2,750

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Arctic Ocean - Jan Mayen, Ice edge, Spitsbergen, Birding

Akureyri - Longyearbyen - 9 Day Itinerary aboard MV Hondius

Starts / Ends

Akureyri / Longyearbyen

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on a 9-day cruise aboard the MV Hondius, sail from Iceland’s volcanic shores to Spitsbergen’s icy fjords and towering peaks, crossing the Arctic Circle and visiting remote Jan Mayen’s seabird-rich cliffs. Watch for whales, seals, and polar bears along the way.

• Experience Jan Mayen, volcanic land
• Explore Akureyri’s historic charm
• Sail Spitsbergen’s icy waters
• Discover Alkhornet’s seabird cliffs

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from $4,450

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North Spitsbergen Basecamp – Summer Solstice

Roundtrip Longyearbyen - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Ortelius

Starts / Ends

Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen

Activity Level

Variable

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.

• Discover Raudfjorden’s wildlife
• Explore Longyearbyen’s town
• Cruise along Monaco Glacier
• Visit Ny Alesund’s research station

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from $5,600

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North Spitsbergen - Arctic Spring , Birding Special

Longyearbyen-Longyearbyen - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Rembrandt van Rijn

Starts / Ends

Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen

Activities

Small Ship Sailing

Activity Level

Variable

Set off on an 11-day Arctic adventure on Rembrandt van Rijn through Svalbard’s remote landscapes and explore whaling stations, glaciers, and tundra with wildlife like polar bears and reindeer. Sail fjords, hike bird cliffs, and return to Longyearbyen.

• Explore historic whaling sites
• Spot Arctic wildlife
• Explore Raudfjorden
• Sail through Magdalenafjorden
• Visit Ny Alesund

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from $8,099

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Wilds of the High Arctic

Longyearbyen Roundtrip - 10 Day Itinerary aboard World Voyager

Starts / Ends

Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on a 10-day enchanting Arctic cruise to and from Longyearbyen aboard World Voyager. Experience the captivating history of the region and encounter abundant wildlife, including puffins and polar bears.

• Explore the charming Longyearbyen
• Enjoy wildlife viewing
• Visit the Svalbard museum
• Sail to Ossian Sars Nature Reserve

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from $17,250

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Svalbard and the Northern Fjords

10 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Endurance

Activity Level

Variable

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 $7,195

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Arctic Odyssey

Tromso - Longyearbyen - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Albatros

Starts / Ends

Tromso / Longyearbyen

Activities

Village Visits

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on an 8-day cruise from Tromso to Longyearbyen aboard the Ocean Albatros. Begin your exceptional journey in Tromso, Norway's Arctic capital, and venture into the wilds of Svalbard, the kingdom of the polar bear.

• Explore Tromso’s Arctic beauty
• Discover Skarsvag’s charm
• Experience Svalbard’s fjords
• Admire Alkhornet’s bird cliffs

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from $6,290

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Lofoten, Bear Island & Svalbard

Bodø - Longyearbyen - 11 Day Itinerary aboard M/S Quest

Starts / Ends

Bodo / Longyearbyen

Activity Level

Variable

Join this 11-day expedition cruise aboard M/S Quest to Lofoten, Bear Island, and Svalbard. It's a busy time of year for wildlife in northern Norway! On this journey see tens of thousands of seabirds, arctic foxes, and whales, and polar bears. Cruise along vast, glaciated archipelagos dominated by mountain ranges and magnificent wilderness.

• Visit the fishing village of Reine
• Cruise through Trollfjorden
• See immense seabird colonies
• View iconic Arctic wildlife

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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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