Svalbard Spring Expedition – Arctic Wildlife & Ice Adventure

Embark on a 10-day expedition to Svalbard, where spring brings a world of shifting ice, golden Arctic light, and abundant wildlife. Begin in Oslo before flying to Longyearbyen, the northernmost town on Earth. Sail into Svalbard’s icy waters, where expert naturalists lead you through ever-changing frozen landscapes in search of polar bears, walrus, and seals. Cruise among icebergs by Zodiac, step onto the frozen ocean, and capture stunning images with guidance from a National Geographic photography expert. With the return of the midnight sun, this expedition offers unparalleled opportunities to witness the Arctic awakening.

10 Day Artic Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Oslo, Norway

Arrive in Norway’s capital and transfer to your hotel. Explore the city at your own pace before meeting your expedition team.

Meals Included: Lunch / Dinner

Day 2: Flight to Longyearbyen & Embarkation

Fly to Longyearbyen, where towering mountains and icy fjords create a dramatic landscape. Explore this Arctic research outpost before boarding your expedition ship.

Meals Included: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner

Day 3 - 8: Exploring Svalbard

Navigate Svalbard’s ice-covered waters, where each day is shaped by weather and wildlife sightings. Search for polar bears hunting on the ice, watch walrus resting on floes, and observe seals pupping on the frozen sea. Cruise among icebergs by Zodiac and—if conditions allow—step onto the frozen ocean itself. The Arctic light at this time of year is spectacular, offering golden hues and long shadows that create perfect photography conditions.

Meals Included: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner

Day 9: Disembark in Longyearbyen & Flight to Oslo

Return to Longyearbyen for a final taste of Arctic life before flying to Oslo. Overnight at an airport hotel before your journey home.

Meals Included: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner

Day 10: Depart from Oslo

After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your flight home.

Meals Included: Breakfast

10 Day Artic Itinerary Highlights

Experience Svalbard in early spring, when ice and light create breathtaking landscapes.

Search for polar bears, walrus, and Arctic foxes in their natural habitat.

Cruise among ice floes by Zodiac and possibly walk on the frozen ocean.

Capture stunning Arctic photography with guidance from a National Geographic expert.

Witness the return of the midnight sun, illuminating the icy wilderness.

10 Day Arctic cruise activities

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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