Svalbard Wildlife Viewing Trips & Safaris

from $6,490

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Springtime in Svalbard

Roundtrip Longyearbyen - 9 Day Itinerary aboard M/S Quest

• Hike Alkhornet cliffs
• Visit Prins Karls Forland
• Walk Bellsund tundra
• Search Hornsund fjord ice

Starts / Ends

Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on a 9-day Arctic cruise to Svalbard in May, where you can witness the stunning landscapes and wildlife, including polar bears and walruses. Experience the vibrant awakening of spring in this pristine environment aboard the M/S Quest.

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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

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

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.

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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

Activity Level

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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from $14,895

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Spitsbergen: Realm of the Ice Bear

Roundtrip Oslo - 8 Day Itinerary aboard MV Douglas Mawson

• Explore Spitsbergen’s fjords
• Spot Arctic wildlife
• Discover Svalbard’s tundra
• Wander Longyearbyen’s town

Starts / Ends

Oslo / Longyearbyen

Activities

Photography Seminars

Activity Level

Variable

Experience Spitsbergen on an 8-day Arctic cruise aboard the Douglas Mawson, where you search for polar bears and admire Atlantic walruses in stunning fjords. Enjoy guided hikes across the tundra and explore historic traps, combining breathtaking nature with rich history.

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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

Starts / Ends

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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from $13,795

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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

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.

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from $2,800

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

Akureyri - Longyearbyen - 9 Day Itinerary aboard MV Hondius

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

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.

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from $3,000

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Arctic Ocean - Spitsbergen: Jan Mayen, Ice Edge & Birding

Akureyri - Longyearbyen - 9 Day Itinerary aboard MV Plancius

• Explore Grimsey Island
• Visit Jan Mayen volcano
• Observe polar bears
• Land at Alkhornet cliffs

Starts / Ends

Akureyri / Longyearbyen

Activities

Archaeological Site Visits

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on a 9-day Arctic cruise aboard MV Plancius, sailing from Iceland to Spitsbergen. Explore Jan Mayen, the sea ice edge, and rich bird colonies while observing whales, polar bears, and Arctic wildlife.

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from $9,290

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Expedition Svalbard

Roundtrip Longyearbyen - 12 Day Itinerary aboard M/S Quest

• Explore Raudfjorden glaciers
• View Liefdefjorden Monaco ice
• Hike Edgeoya tundra
• View Hornsund fjords alpine peaks

Starts / Ends

Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen

Activity Level

Variable

Join this 12-day Arctic expedition to Svalbard on the M/S Quest, where you can witness summer's arrival in late June and vibrant tundra blooms. As the sea ice thaws, explore remote areas and enjoy stunning sunsets and wildlife sightings in the pristine landscape.

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from $20,990

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Norwegian Discovery: Svalbard and the Northern Fjords

Longyearbyen to Tromso - 12 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Endurance

• Kayak at glacial fjords
• See Soroya's rugged landscapes
• Arctic wildlife sightings
• Bear Island bird cliffs

Starts / Ends

Oslo / Tromso

Activities

Wildlife Viewing, Whale Watching, Village Visits, Hiking, Kayaking

Activity Level

Variable

Travel across Arctic Norway on a 12-day cruise from Longyearbyen to Tromso aboard National Geographic Endurance. Sail Svalbard fjords, explore Bear Island, kayak icy bays, and visit Soroya and Senja.

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from $3,050

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South Spitsbergen - Bear Island - Norway

Longyearbyen - Tromso - 6 Day Itinerary aboard MV Plancius

• Cruise Arctic fjords
• Chance to see polar bears
• Explore historic whaling station
• See Aurora Borealis

Starts / Ends

Longyearbyen / Tromso

Activity Level

Variable

Set sail on a 6-day Arctic adventure aboard MV Plancius and discover South Spitsbergen, Bear Island, and Tromsø, spotting polar bears, whales, seabirds, and glaciers. Enjoy historic sites, fjord cruising, and the breathtaking Aurora Borealis.

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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

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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from $9,795

EBD $2000

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Svalbard in Spring: Sea Ice, Pristine Snow and Wildlife

Helsinki Roundtrip - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Ultramarine

• Cruise Svalbard Fjords
• Spot Polar Bears
• Visit Hornsund Glacier
• Discover Helsinki's museums

Starts / Ends

Helsinki / Helsinki

Activity Level

Variable

Experience an 11-day cruise from Helsinki, Finland to Svalbard aboard Ultramarine. Explore the pristine Arctic wilderness under the Midnight Sun, spot polar bears, walruses, and seabirds, and marvel at glaciers, fjords, and snowcapped peaks. Enjoy scenic flights, expert guidance, and immersive exploration in the High Arctic.

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from $11,495

EBD $2000

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Svalbard in Summer: Tundra, Whales and Wildlife

Helsinki Roundtrip - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Explorer

• Cruise Arctic Fjords
• Spot Polar Bears
• Discover Seabird Cliffs
• Explore Hornsund Glacier

Starts / Ends

Helsinki / Helsinki

Activity Level

Variable

Set sail from Helsinki on an 11-day cruise aboard Ocean Explorer to experience Svalbard’s summer landscapes. Navigate scenic fjords, watch for wildlife, explore Arctic shorelines, and take in the midnight sun before returning to Helsinki on a charter flight.

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from $11,595

EBD $2000

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Svalbard in Spring: Sea Ice, Pristine Snow and Wildlife

Helsinki Roundtrip - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Explorer

• Navigate Svalbard fjords
• Observe Arctic wildlife
• View calving glaciers
• Discover migratory birds

Starts / Ends

Helsinki / Helsinki

Activity Level

Variable

Start in Helsinki before flying to Longyearbyen to board Ocean Explorer for an 11-day journey through Svalbard’s spring environments. Travel through fjords, sea ice, and coastal areas while observing Arctic wildlife, glaciers, and shifting light. Return to Helsinki after exploring a wide range of remote and seasonal landscapes.

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from $3,250

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South Spitsbergen, Bear Island & Mainland Norway - Aurora Borealis

Longyearbyen - Tromso - 6 Day Itinerary aboard MV Hondius

• Explore South Spitsbergen fjords
• Zodiac excursions in Hornsund
• Discover Bear Island wildlife
• Northern Lights viewing nights
• Watch for whales at sea

Starts / Ends

Longyearbyen / Tromso

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on a 6‑day Arctic expedition aboard MV Hondius from Longyearbyen to Tromso, exploring South Spitsbergen’s glaciers and fjords, visiting remote Bear Island, watching for whales and seabirds, and chasing the Northern Lights under polar skies

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from $3,250

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South Spitsbergen, Bear Island & Mainland Norway - Aurora Borealis

Longyearbyen - Tromso - 6 Day Itinerary aboard Ortelius

• Experience Hornsund fjords
• Zodiac to Hornbreen
• Sail Arctic sea boundaries
• Land on Bear Island
• Watch whales at sea

Starts / Ends

Longyearbyen / Tromso

Activities

Northern Lights

Activity Level

Variable

Join Ortelius on a 6-day Arctic cruise through Spitsbergen and Bear Island. You explore Hornsund’s glaciers, sail productive Arctic seas, land on Bear Island, watch for whales and seabirds, and end your voyage among Norway’s fjords in Tromso.

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from $14,420

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Svalbard: In Search of Iconic Arctic Wildlife

Longyearbyen Roundtrip - 10 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Endurance

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

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.

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