Polar Adventure Cruises: Explore the Arctic & Antarctica
Some locations exceed being just dots on the map – the Arctic and Antarctica are two of the best. These remote polar regions are home to pristine landscapes, stunning wildlife, and experiences that travelers seldom experience.
Distinct Polar Worlds
Despite both having a polar nature, each region has its own charm:
- Svalbard offers some spectacular fjords, glaciers, tundra, and historical sites. There will be opportunities to see Arctic foxes, seals, and Arctic bears during the peak months. In the summer, there is perpetual daylight mornings and the midnight sun, while the winter offers the Northern Lights.
- Antarctica has striking icebergs, long endless white horizons, and some of the most productive waters in the world with abundant penguins, whales, and seals. It is a pristine wilderness that is so vast in scale and beauty that it at times feels supernatural.
Comfort and Adventure Onboard
Between your excursions, the ships have the space to relax in modern comfort. The cruises may be sailing on MS Roald Amundsen which has a two-level observation deck, or MS Fridtjof Nansen which has multiple restaurants and a fitness center, or MS Fram which features a beautifully designed Nordic ship. In the Arctic, travelers could also sail MS Spitsbergen, a small ship built for under 150 guests, which is perfect for smaller spaces that the larger vessels cannot traverse.
Hands-on Science
Each voyage blends experience with education. Guests will engage in scientific research by observing and recording wildlife, collecting ocean data, using a microscope, and using underwater drones to study the marine environment. The ship has science centers and is equipped with study specimens, reference libraries, and instruments for members to study their surroundings, the marine environment, and polar environment.
Wildlife and Adventure
Touring by ship in the polar regions offers invaluably unique experiences. Wildlife tours and glacier studies are the main attraction in Svalbard, while in Antarctica guests will even spend the night camping under the stars, just like explorers.
Permanent Connections
The experiences operating in the polar regions are centric on showcasing the beauty and experiences of the regions, all while fostering a conservation mindset. Participants in the voyage are not only taking part in global research initiatives, they will also leave with a greater appreciation of sensitive environments.
