North Spitsbergen Explorer - Versatile Landscapes, Sea Ice & Wildlife - 8 days
About this trip
This eight-day voyage follows the pack ice along the coast of North Spitsbergen, offering some of the best chances to spot the King of the Arctic in its natural surroundings. The route is designed to bring you close to the dramatic landscapes and abundant wildlife of this remote corner of the high north.
A highlight is Raudfjord on the north coast of West Spitsbergen, a striking fjord dominated by spectacular glaciers and favoured by ringed and bearded seals. The cliffs and shoreline support thriving seabird colonies and a surprisingly rich vegetation that flourishes in sheltered spots. Polar bears are often seen here, making this expedition a memorable encounter with versatile landscapes, sea ice and Arctic life.
Sailing along the pack-ice of North Spitsbergen, will give us the best opportunities to spot the King of the Arctic. We sail to Raudfjord on the north coast of West Spitsbergen, a beautiful fjord dominated by spectacular glaciers and favoured by Ringed and Bearded Seal. The cliffs and shoreline of the fjord also support thriving seabird colonies and a surprisingly rich vegetation, which flourishes in sheltered spots. Polar bear are often seen here.
Travel information
- Transport
- cruise
- Duration
- 8 days