Filovent yacht charter agency

The land of the midnight sun: navigation through the magnificent Arctic wilderness of Svalbard

Main characteristics
Model of the boat: Ship
Type:
Number of cabins: 24
Maximum capacity: 50 travelers
Crew members: 24

Cabin

Owner's cabin
Double cabin located on the upper deck with a double bed, bathroom, two large picture windows and a separate sitting area.
Superior double cabin
Double cabin located on the upper deck with a double bed, bathroom, two large picture windows and a separate sitting area.
Double cabin
Double cabin located on the upper deck with a double bed and en suite bathroom.
Twin cabin - Plus
Double cabin located on the upper deck with two separate beds and a bathroom.
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

Longyearbyen
We arrive in Longyearbyen and transfer to our hotel.
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Longyearbyen Isfjorden
Explore Longyearbyen on your own before meeting up your fellow expedition members and guides for... see+ lunch. In the afternoon we board the expedition ship and sail out through Isfjorden - the Arctic expedition has begun! We are now in a part of the world where we are completely dependent on the ice and weather conditions. Our exact itinerary will depend on these factors and on the wildlife we encounter. Our aim is to head out on Zodiacs cruises every day and also to go ashore when the opportunity arises. 
Activities: Includes: Zodiac cruise, see+
Optional services: Exploration of Longyearbyen see+
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Isfjorden Prince Charles Foreland
This narrow strip of land is covered by a magnificent and snow-covered mountain chain. The island... see+ is also home to many seabirds and harbour seals. 
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Prince Charles Foreland Virgohamna
Danskøya was the starting point for two of the most daring attempts to reach the North Pole. The... see+ Swedish explorer Andrée made an attempt with a hydrogen balloon and the American journalist Wellman started with an airship. Interesting remnants of these Arctic expeditions can still be seen here. 
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Virgohamna Liefdefjorden
Svalbard offers the visitor countless spectacular fjords. During our cruise we will explore some of... see+ them such as: Liefdefjorden, meaning “The fjord of love”, is lined with snow-capped mountain peaks and here we hope to cruise along the face of the spectacular Monaco Glacier. Many common eiders and pink-footed geese nest in the area and if we are lucky we may see the rare king eider. 
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Liefdefjorden Krossfjord
In Krossfjorden we enjoy in the beautifully sculpted front of the 14th of July Glacier and are... see+ greeted by the large numbers of kittiwakes and Brünnich’s guillemots nesting on the nearby cliffs. Raudfjorden is an area of immense natural beauty – dominated by magnificent glaciers. It is also a favourite spot of seals and the bird cliffs are abuzz with activity. 
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Krossfjord Kongsfjorden
Kongsfjorden is home to the scientific village of Ny-Ålesund. It was from here that Amundsen and... see+ Nobile set out on their heroic expeditions to the North Pole. 
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Kongsfjorden Spitsbergen
North of Spitsbergen, we may come across the edge of the pack ice. Not many ships venture here and... see+ we can marvel at the silence and grandeur of this icy landscape. We keep an eye out for the iconic Arctic wildlife. 
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Spitsbergen Longyearbyen
Early in the morning, we disembark from our expedition ship and begin our journey back home.
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The price includes
Tea
Coffee
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
Flights
Travel insurance
Cancellation insurance
Tips for the crew
Personal expenses such as bar and shop charges
French speaking guide during Zodiac excursions on request (included for groups of 10 people)
Activities not included in the program
Meals not included in the program
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 and excursions on request see+

Activities

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