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In the Realm of the Polar Bear and Ice

Arctic, Svalbard, Norway
Available Departures: Jun, Jul, Aug

10 days from

US$5,650

without flights
Polar
Guided Group
LEISURELY LEISURELY

Circumnavigating the Svalbard archipelago, the land of the midnight sun, surrounded by stunning Arctic wildlife

Trip Code: PSD
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To show the relative difficulty of our holidays, each trip is graded on a scale of 1 to 12, with 12 being the most challenging. Although we have tried to make our grading system as clear as possible, it cannot take into account your personal interests, abilities or experience. If you have any questions about the nature of a particular trip or its suitability for you, please read the 'Is this holiday for you?' section or contact us.

 1 - 3 LEISURELY
1 - 3 LEISURELY

Suitable for most people in good health, holidays at this grade include only limited amounts of activity.

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4 - 6 MODERATE
4 - 6 MODERATE

Suitable for reasonably fit individuals, such as weekend walkers and cyclists. There can be the occasional more difficult day.

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7 - 9 CHALLENGING
7 - 9 CHALLENGING

Physically challenging holidays, where you need to be prepared before you go.

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10 - 12 TOUGH
10 - 12 TOUGH

Our toughest holidays, involving many long days, often in isolated areas. A high level of fitness and previous wilderness and mountain experience is essential.

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In the Realm of the Polar Bear and Ice

Highlights
  • Surrounded by an incredible array of Arctic wildlife with chances to spot whales, walruses, seabirds, and hopefully polar bears too
  • Opportunities to explore off ship with the Zodiac shore excursion team
  • Hiking on and around Svalbard with expert expedition staff
  • 24 hours of sunlight in the height of summer, the land of the midnight sun

At a Glance
  • Group Size 1 to 132
  • 10 days sailing and wildlife viewing aboard the M/Vs Ortelius
  • Plancius or Hondius
  • Join In Longyearbyen

Accommodation & Meals
  • All meals included
  • 9 nights Boat
Overview

Take a cruise around Spitsbergen and explore the icy waters of the North Atlantic. On this special expedition we will have the chance to spot whales, reindeer, arctic foxes, walruses, seals, and the star attraction, the polar bear.

We’ll have the opportunity to visit Ny Alusund, the world’s northern-most community, and delve into the history of the whalers and miners of these islands. We’ll be able to take shore walks along the coast to spot walruses hauling themselves ashore for a summertime sunbathe, or cast eyes to the skies to watch terns, guillemots and auks pass overhead and out to sea to graze on small fish and krill, the latter returning to vast colonies of nesting birds raising their young on the precipitous clifftops lining Svalbard’s rugged coast. The highlight would of course be the potential to see the Arctic’s most impressive apex predator, the polar bear. Our expert guides will be on hand with eyes peeled and facts poised to make the most of your wildlife and historical experiences.

Is this holiday for you?

This is principally a touring, sightseeing and wildlife viewing holiday, with minimal exertion required. If you choose to go ashore, you will need to make the transfers from the ship to a Zodiac and onto land. Short walks on the island of Spitsbergen are optional and weather dependent. You should also consider that some of the classes of accommodation involve the use of bunk-beds. Whilst on dec …

This is principally a touring, sightseeing and wildlife viewing holiday, with minimal exertion required. If you choose to go ashore, you will need to make the transfers from the ship to a Zodiac and onto land. Short walks on the island of Spitsbergen are optional and weather dependent. You should also consider that some of the classes of accommodation involve the use of bunk-beds. Whilst on deck or during excursions, you need to be prepared for cold temperatures. The itinerary remains flexible, according to the variability of the weather and sea conditions and the locations of wildlife, particularly of polar bears. On certain departures you can book kayaking, experience is essential for these kayaking excursions. All equipment is provided. Early booking is essential. Cabin upgrades are also available.

Why KE?

A polar cruise with the comfort of being aboard a 100+ passenger ice-strengthened vessel. There’s no hidden costs on this trip, with all meals included and opportunity to partake in daily excursions on the zodiac boats including shore hiking and boat trips around the coast and its calving glaciers. A truly breath-taking trip from a comfortable base.

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