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Spitsbergen, between sea and ice: a journey to the heart of the Arctic and the wild worlds of the Far North

By Marie Le Saint expert of your cruises Do you dream of Spitsbergen as an extreme territory where nature reigns supreme? Then this cruise is for you. It takes you to the north of the archipelago, where ice meets fjords and polar bears watch their reflections on the ice floes. An intense adventure amid powerful landscapes and fascinating wildlife.
A world of ice and silence Here, the scenery changes every moment: steep cliffs populated by birds, blue glaciers cracking under the midnight sun, stretches of ice floes as far as the eye can see. You will sail between the most spectacular areas of Spitsbergen: Raudfjord, Hinlopen, Alkefjellet and the legendary "Seven Islands," sometimes as far north as the 80th parallel.
Unforgettable encounters Polar bears on the ice, walruses basking on the banks, seals and Arctic reindeer lying in wait. Not to mention the ballet of seabirds—fulmars, guillemots, black-legged kittiwakes—nesting in vertiginous colonies. The emotion is raw and immediate.
A true expedition, without compromise Every day, Zodiac outings allow you to explore fjords, cliffs and the edge of the ice floes up close. On board, the guides share their passion for the Arctic through observations and lectures. The program adapts to ice conditions to keep the spirit of exploration intact.
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Main features
Boat type: ship
Number of cabins: 80
Maximum capacity: 170 travelers
Crew members: 71

Cabins

Quadruple cabine with porthole
Capacity: 4 Berths maximum
Standard comfort cabin located on the lower deck, perfectly suited to families travelling with children or passengers who are not looking for a twin cabin or a more luxurious category. Equipped with two portholes, it benefits from plenty of natural light. The sleeping area has bunk beds, one above and one below, as well as a small sofa ideal for relaxing. The cabin also has a private bathroom with shower and toilet, a flat-screen TV, a desk with chair, as... more+ well as a telephone and Wi-Fi connection available at an additional cost. A hairdryer, wardrobe, storage cupboard and safe complete the facilities of this functional and pleasant cabin. It is an excellent choice for those wishing to travel simply and comfortably. 
Triple cabin with porthole
Capacity: 3 Berths maximum
Standard comfort cabin located on the lower deck, perfectly suited to families travelling with children or passengers who are not looking for a twin cabin or a more luxurious category. Equipped with two portholes, it benefits from plenty of natural light. Sleeping arrangements include an upper berth and two lower berths, offering flexible accommodation options, as well as a small sofa ideal for relaxing. The cabin also has a private bathroom with shower... more+ and toilet, a flat-screen TV, a desk with chair, as well as a telephone and Wi-Fi connection available at an additional cost. A hairdryer, wardrobe, storage cupboard and safe complete the facilities of this functional and pleasant cabin. It is an excellent choice for those wishing to travel simply and comfortably. 
Double cabin with porthole
Capacity: 2 Berths maximum
This comfortable cabin features two portholes that let in natural light, creating a bright and pleasant atmosphere. It is furnished with two single beds, a small sofa for added relaxation, and a private bathroom equipped with a shower and toilet. Guests can enjoy modern amenities including a flatscreen TV, a desk with a chair, a telephone, and WiFi access available at an additional cost. For added convenience, the cabin also includes a hair dryer, a... more+ cabinet, a wardrobe, and a safe deposit box to secure personal belongings. Please note that all cabins may vary slightly in layout and surface area, and may not be identical to those shown in example photos. 
Double cabin with window
Capacity: 2 Berths maximum
This comfortable cabin features one window that let in natural light, creating a bright and pleasant atmosphere. It is furnished with two single beds, a small sofa for added relaxation, and a private bathroom equipped with a shower and toilet. Guests can enjoy modern amenities including a flatscreen TV, a desk with a chair, a telephone, and WiFi access available at an additional cost. For added convenience, the cabin also includes a hair dryer, a cabinet,... more+ a wardrobe, and a safe deposit box to secure personal belongings. Please note that all cabins may vary slightly in layout and surface area, and may not be identical to those shown in example photos. 
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NB : The pictures, information, and visuals presented are not contractually binding. The itinerary and program indicated may be modified without notice due to weather conditions or for technical reasons (captain's decision). Sailing times may vary depending on sea conditions and weather.

Itinerary

Longyearbyen Isfjorden
You touch down in Longyearbyen, the administrative center of Spitsbergen, the largest island of the... more+ Svalbard archipelago. Enjoy strolling around this former mining town, whose parish church and Svalbard Museum make for fascinating attractions. Though the countryside appears stark, more than a hundred species of plant have been recorded in it. In the early evening the ship sails out of Isfjorden, where you might spot the first minke whale of your voyage. 
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Isfjorden Raudfjorden
On the north coast of Spitsbergen, you can enjoy this expansive fjord spilling with glaciers –... more+ and maybe even visited by ringed and bearded seals. The cliffs and shoreline also support thriving seabird colonies, rich vegetation, and the possibility of polar bears. We will try to land at Alicehamna or Buchananhalvøya. 
Optional services: Kayaking, more+
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Raudfjorden Liefdefjorden
Depending on the weather and sea ice, we could sail into Liefdefjorden, land at Texas Bar and... more+ cruise within sight of the 5-kilometer-long (3.1 miles) face of Monaco Glacier. The waters in front of this precipitous glacier are a favorite feeding spot for thousands of kittiwakes, and the base of the ice is a popular polar bear hunting ground. If ice conditions prevent us from sailing here early in the season, we may sail along the west coast of Spitsbergen. 
Included activities: Visit of the Texas Bar and and Monaco Glacier, more+
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Liefdefjorden Hinlopen Strait
We aim to sail into Hinlopen Strait, home to bearded seals, ringed seals, and polar bears. At the... more+ entrance, there is even the possibility to spot blue whales. After cruising among the ice floes of Lomfjord in the Zodiacs, you can view the bird cliffs of Alkefjellet, with their thousands of Brünnich’s guillemots. On the east side of Hinlopen Strait, we may attempt a landing on Nordaustlandet. Here we may see reindeer, pink-footed geese, and walruses. We can take an alternate route if ice prevents entry into Hinlopen. 
Included activities: Visit of the bird cliffs of Alkefjellet, more+
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Hinlopen Strait Phippsoya
The northernmost point of the voyage may be north of Nordaustlandet at Chermsideøya or Phippsøya,... more+ in the Seven Islands. Here we may reach 80° north, just 870 km (540 miles) from the geographic North Pole. Polar bears inhabit this region, so the ship may park for several hours among the pack ice before wheeling around west again. 
Included activities: Polar bears watching, more+
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Phippsoya Kongsfjorden
While retracing our route west, keep watch for polar bears and elusive Greenland (bowhead) whales.... more+ About 40 nautical miles west of Spitsbergen, we sail the edge of the continental shelf. Here fin whales forage during the summer in the upwelling zones (where cold, nutrient-rich water wells up from below the sea’s surface) that run along the Spitsbergen banks. At the mouth of Kongsfjorden, you have a good chance of sighting minke whales. 
Included activities: Minke whales sighting, more+
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Kongsfjorden Alkhornet
Walruses sometimes haul out in Forlandsundet at Sarstangen or Poolepynten. Alternatively, we might... more+ sail into St. Johns Fjord or south to the mouth of Isfjorden, landing at Alkhornet. Seabirds nest on these cliffs, Arctic foxes search below for fallen eggs and chicks, and reindeer graze the sparse vegetation. 
Included activities: Wildlife observation, more+
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Alkhornet Longyearbyen
Even great adventures must eventually come to an end. The vessel arrives back in Longyearbyen in... more+ the early morning, and bus transportation to the airport will be provided. 
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The price includes
Coffee and tea
All shore excursions and activities throughout the voyage by Zodiac
Program of lectures by noted naturalists and leadership by experienced expedition staff
Free use of rubber boots and snowshoes
All miscellaneous service taxes and port charges throughout the programme
AECO fees and governmental taxes
Comprehensive pre-departure material
Activities included in the program
Meals included in the program
The price does not include
Cancellation insurance
Personal Insurance
Baggage insurance
Tips
Excess baggage charges and all items of a personal nature such as laundry, bar, beverage charges and telecommunication charges
Government arrival and departure taxes
Transfers
Visa fees
Flights not included in the program (NB: all flights are available on request, contact your advisor)
Activities not included in the program
Meals not included in the program
Optional services
Flights not included in the programme are available on request
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Activities

Visit of the Texas Bar and and Monaco Glacier
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Visit of the bird cliffs of Alkefjellet
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Polar bears watching
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Minke whales sighting
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Wildlife observation
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Kayaking
Not included

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