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The archipelago shows its wildest nature during the first spring days after emerging from winter's hold. Nature has closed the previous chapter and opened a new one, unfolding a fresh, snow-covered page before us. The environment delivers its first message through our role as pioneers who stand at the forefront of discovery. 

Our adventure duration exceeds typical expeditions, but we make sure to display all seasonal highlights during our agile ice-covered voyage. The spring season in Svalbard presents an amazing experience through its snow-covered landscape and breaking sea ice, and magical light that creates a stunning natural display.

Day by day

Day 1: Embark on Longyearbyen

Depart Longyearbyen right at 4 pm, gliding past the stunning Fuglefjella plateau — also known as Bird’s Mountain — a dramatic cliffside that offers a beautiful first glimpse of Svalbard’s rugged landscape.

Day 2: Adventure with Walruses

At the mouth of Isfjorden, Alkhornet marks the spot where the scenery shifts dramatically—from open flatlands to steep, rugged mountains.

Poolepynten, a small headland on Prins Karls Forland, is home to a lively walrus colony and also holds a quiet historic burial site.

Day 3: Endemic Fauna and Flora
Day 4 - 7: A historical and cultural journey
Day 8: Disembark
 | Westman Islands |  Antarctica
 | Jan Mayen |  Antarctica
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 | Falkland | Bird

Cruise Includes

Lectures and tutorials on board
Zodiac excursions (MK V heavy-duty inflatable boats) for shore landings and unforgettable photography opportunities
Free use of the ship’s Wi-Fi powered by Starlink
Polar bear protection guides for shore landings
Full board (breakfast, lunch, and dinner,) all-day soft drinks,and alcoholic beverages served with dinner
Rubber boots for shore landings
All transfers included—from your hotel on arrival, between your hotel and the ship for embarkation and disembarkation, and from your hotel to the airport on departure day

Cruise does not include

International flights – we recommend booking early.
Travel and cancellation insurance – we strongly recommend securing coverage to protect your expedition. For guidance, see our Travel Insurance Checklist
Additional expenses – any extra costs such as museum entry or optional activities

Highlights

The best time to visit and enjoy quintessential Arctic landscapes: frozen seascapes, crystalline icebergs, and snow-capped mountains, all bathed in the soft light of early spring.
An opportunity to encounter wildlife, including whales, Arctic foxes, Svalbard reindeer, walruses, seals, and polar bears, against a snowy backdrop.
Stop at Camp Zion before a Zodiac cruise to the majestic Lilliehook Glacier.
Return through Isfjorden and conclude your journey in Longyearbyen.

Activities

Sea Kayaking
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
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
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
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
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
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.

Svalbard Spring Photo Tour

From USD 14900,00

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