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Expedition in the heart of Norway's great natural spaces: Lofoten, Bear Island and Svalbard

Main characteristics
Type of boat: ship
Number of cabins: 24
Maximum capacity: 50 travelers
Crew members: 24

Cabins

Owner's cabin
Capacity: 2 Beds maximum
Double cabin located on the upper deck with a double bed, bathroom, two large picture windows and a separate sitting area.
Superior double cabin
Capacity: 2 Beds maximum
Double cabin located on the upper deck with a double bed, bathroom, two large picture windows and a separate sitting area.
Double cabin
Capacity: 2 Beds maximum
Double cabin located on the upper deck with a double bed and en suite bathroom.
Twin cabin - Plus
Capacity: 2 Beds maximum
Double cabin located on the upper deck with two separate beds and a bathroom.
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NB: The photos, information and visuals presented are not contractually binding. The indicated itinerary and program may be modified without prior notice, depending on the weather conditions or for technical reasons (decision of the captain). Sailing times may vary depending on sea and weather conditions.

Sailing itineraries

Bodo
We arrive in Bodø, and in the afternoon, we board our expedition ship, where we are welcomed by... see+ the guides and crew. Once we have set sail, our journey takes us towards the dramatic Lofoten Islands. 
Accommodation: Night on board
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Bodo Vedoya
After breakfast, we embark on our first excursion in our sturdy Zodiacs around the spectacular... see+ Vedøya, where we have a chance to see nesting seabirds, such as the distinctive puffin. Occasionally, we may also spot sea eagles here. Our journey continues along the southern side of what is colloquially known as the Lofoten Wall, a vast collection of rugged islands that majestically rise from the sea. We go ashore and explore the small fishing village of Reine, which quietly gazes out over Kirkefjorden. With its characteristic wooden houses framed by dramatic mountain peaks, Reine has been voted the most beautiful place in Norway. Here, we also venture out in our Zodicas to explore the surroundings. 
Included activities: Zodiac trip around Vedøya, Visit to the fishing village of Reine, see+
Accommodation: Night on board
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Vedoya Trollfjord
Nous poursuivons notre voyage le long de la muraille des Lofoten et traversons le Trollfjorden, qui... see+ est aussi magique que son nom l'indique. Un peu plus tard, nous prenons le large et mettons le cap sur l'île aux Ours. Après quelques heures de mer, nous atteignons des zones d'observation des baleines bien connues qui s'étendent le long du plateau continental. Au cours de notre voyage, nous avons la chance de voir des baleines et nous sommes constamment à l'affût depuis le pont. 
Accommodation: Night on board
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Trollfjord Barents Sea
We continue at sea towards higher northern latitudes. During interesting lectures on board, we... see+ receive an introduction to Bear Island's intriguing history. Naturally, we keep watching for whales! 
Accommodation: Night on board
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Barents Sea Bear Island
With solid Zodiacs, we explore this fascinating rocky island in the middle of the Barents Sea. Its... see+ remoteness means that only a few ships each year have the opportunity to stop for a visit. On the 400-metre vertical cliffs, we find one of the North Atlantic's largest seabird colonies. Here, tens of thousands of Brünnich's guillemots nest, along with puffins, razorbills, black guillemots, kittiwakes, and glaucous gulls. If the weather and winds are favourable, we will attempt a landing on this rarely visited island. We then continue our journey into the Arctic waters. We sail overnight and, by the following afternoon, we sight the Svalbard archipelago – one of the world's most magnificent wilderness areas. 
Included activities: Zodiac excursion around Bear Island, see+
Accommodation: Night on board
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Bear Island Svalbard
In May, Svalbard offers visitors a wondrous purity, beautiful pastel colours, and breathtaking... see+ views. The midnight sun's rays fall on glistening ice formations, the fjord ice is thick, and the mountain peaks are snow-covered. It is spring in the Arctic, and being there as Svalbard awakens to life is a powerful experience. In this Arctic archipelago, we naturally keep an eye out for polar bears, walruses, and other iconic wildlife, but above all, we enjoy the magical nature that surrounds us. It is early in the season, and our exact itinerary over the coming days will be influenced by weather and ice conditions. With our Zodiacs, we explore the enchanting winter landscape in some of Svalbard's most beautiful fjords, making landings whenever possible. 
Included activities: Zodiac excursion in Svalbard, see+
Accommodation: Night on board
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Svalbard Storfjorden
In the vast Storfjorden, between Edgeøya and Spitsbergen, drift ice is often present at this time... see+ of year, and only then will we know how far north we can go. On the southern part of Spitsbergen lies Isbukta. In this spectacular bay, we enjoy magnificent views of snow-covered mountain peaks and the mighty glacier front of Vasil'evbreen. The bay is also a popular spot for ivory gulls, skuas, and bearded seals. 
Accommodation: Night on board
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Storfjorden Hornsund
Majestic Hornsund consists of several magnificent fjords on the southwest coast of Spitsbergen,... see+ where glaciers calve magically blue-tinged icebergs. 
Accommodation: Night on board
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Hornsund Bellsund
On the mountain slopes at beautiful Vårsolbukta in Bellsund, tens of thousands of little auks... see+ nest. We go ashore and hike across the tundra towards the bird cliff, where we can enjoy the charming birds circling around us up close. 
Included activities: Hiking in Bellsund, see+
Accommodation: Night on board
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Bellsund Isfjorden
At the entrance to Isfjorden lies the distinctive bird cliff Alkhornet, a pointed rock several... see+ hundred metres high. Here, we go ashore to enjoy the snow-covered tundra and birdlife, including barnacle geese, Brünnich's guillemots, glaucous gulls, snow buntings, and tens of thousands of kittiwakes. In the crevices around the bird cliff, several Arctic foxes have their dens, and if we are lucky, we will see these cute, small animals frenetically searching for food. 
Included activities: Hiking in Isfjorden, see+
Accommodation: Night on board
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Isfjorden Longyearbyen
In the morning, we disembark in Longyearbyen, the main settlement of Svalbard, and begin our... see+ journey home. 
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner

Included

The price includes
Coffee
Tea
Guiding ashore and talks on board
An experienced Expedition Leader and knowledgeable guides
The activities included in the program
Meals included in the program
The price does not include
Travel insurance
Cancellation insurance
Tips for the crew
Personal expenses such as bar and shop charges
Flights
French speaking guide during Zodiac excursions on request (included for groups of 10 people)
Meals not included in the program
Filovent cancellation insurance (4.5% of the cruise price) see+
Filovent comprehensive insurance (4.8% to 5.5% of the cruise price) see+
Further information
All itineraries are for guidance only. Our exact route will depend on the ice, weather conditions, wildlife and government regulations. We always strive to maximise your experience. Please remember that flexibility is the key to a successful expedition!
Optional services
Flights not included in the program are available on request

Activities

Zodiac trip around Vedøya
Included
Visit to the fishing village of Reine
Included
Zodiac trip around Reine
Included
Zodiac excursion around Bear Island
Included
Zodiac excursion in Svalbard
Included
Hiking in Bellsund
Included
Hiking in Isfjorden
Included

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