Icebergs, Fjords, Polar bears and Arctic wildlife | Sea Spirit Expedition Ship

Icebergs, Fjords, Polar bears and Arctic wildlife

Join us on an Arctic expedition unlike any other. Polar bears and icebergs will mesmerize your senses. This exclusive voyage promises a journey filled with breathtaking beauty, thrilling encounters and the iconic residents of the North. We will navigate through the ice-cold waters of the North, visiting majestic fjords as well as seeing icebergs at close range. You'll be able to see polar bears, and other Arctic wildlife, in their habitat. With guides to help you, this is a great way to gain valuable insight into the behavior and ecology of these animals. Enjoy the comforts and luxurious amenities of our luxury cruise ship as you enjoy the peace and tranquility that the Arctic wilderness offers. Do not miss the chance to experience a unique adventure in the Arctic. The magic of the nature will enchant you and inspire your imagination.

Day by day

Day 1: Arrival in Oslo (hotel night)

Oslo has been named "Green Capital of Europe 2019". Staying in an Oslo Airport hotel will allow you to easily get on your second day flight from Longyearbyen.

If you're adventurous and have the time, take the airport train into central Oslo. The trains depart and arrive all day. Oslo Central Station has a beautiful waterfront, shops, cafés, museums, and cultural attractions.

Day 2: Embarkation in Longyearbyen Airport

Today you will be flying to Longyearbyen (regular flights), the administrative center of Svalbard and where our Arctic Expedition begins! You will be greeted by our staff at Longyearbyen Airport, and transferred to Pier Pier where your expedition vessel will await you. Explore your ship and your suite after you have set up your room. It will be your home for the next couple of days. Once the ship has departed, your expedition team will give you briefings on activities and introductions. After the delicious first dinner, step out onto the decks to take in the stunning scenery and the endless night lights while we cruise through Isfjorden - the largest fjord on Svalbard.

Day 3 & 4: Across the Greenland Sea

Day 5 to 8: East Greenland

Day 9 & 10: Svalbard

Day 11 & 13: The High Arctic wilderness of Svalbard

Day 14: Embarkation in Longyearbyen

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Cruise Includes

Group transfer to the ship on day of embarkation

Group transfer to airport or central location upon disembarkation

Shipboard accommodation

All scheduled landings/excursions

Leadership throughout the voyage by our Expedition Leader & Expedition Team

WiFi on board

All meals on board throughout the voyage

Tea and coffee station 24 hours daily

Branded Poseidon Expeditions parka

Rubber boots for shore landings for the time of the cruise

Welcome and Farewell cocktails

All port fees

Predeparture materials

Digital Voyage Log

Cruise does not include

Visa and passport fees (if applicable)

Luggage and trip cancellation insurance

Soft drinks and alcoholic beverages other than those for special events and celebrations

Personal expenses such as laundry and telecommunication charges

Mandatory Emergency Evacuation Insurance to a minimum benefit of US$ 200,000 per person

Staff gratuities

Highlights

Marvel at stunning landscapes of majestic mountains, deep blue fjords, and turquoise waters teeming with wildlife.

Dive into the majestic Northeast Greenland National Park, one of the most remote and spectacular areas in the Arctic.

Discover ancient Thule archaeological sites, historic trappers' homes, and modern Inuit hunter's cabins .

Embark on a journey southwest across the Greenland Sea and Keep your eyes peeled for marine mammals, including bowhead whales.

Activities

Sea Kayaking

Under full instruction from your sea kayaking guide, experience true tranquillity as you paddle through clinking ice floes and realise the enormity of the surrounding scenery. Look out for breaching whales, lounging seals and penguins zipping alongside your kayak. Some experience is required.

Ice Camping

Camp out on the ice and experience the silence which blankets the continent by night. This is your chance to completely connect with this ethereal ice world – wrap up warm and embrace the Antarctic elements.

Snowshoeing

Get a spring in your step when you slip on a pair of snowshoes in Antarctica. Enabling you to easily scale gentle slopes, this unique activity allows you to access hard to reach places and seek out the most impressive views.

Photography

Learn to capture wildlife and landscape shots in a small group photography program, including critiquing sessions and editing classes. Plus, Explorer Boat excursions with a dedicated photography expert on landings.

Explorer Boats

Achieve the best views and photographs from a forward facing Explorer Boats. They allow you to sit comfortably and securely while crackling through the ice-strewn waters. Look out for wildlife such as penguins, seals and whales as you cruise.

Yoga

It doesn’t get more serene than complimentary yoga classes to the tune of glacial scenery. Join the most unique exercise setting in the world after a day of exploration. Classes are regular but are dependent on weather conditions and swell.