SVALBARD: IN SEARCH OF ICONIC ARCTIC WILDLIFE
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10 DAYS
ITINERARY SUMMARY
| Day | Place | Highlights |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | Oslo, Norway | Explore the vibrant city at your own pace before embarking the ship |
| Day 2 | Oslo to Longyearbyen | Fly to Longyearbyen, enjoy breathtaking vistas and embark the ship |
| Days 3 - 8 | Svalbard | Iconic wildlife: seals, Arctic fox, whales, walrus, reindeer, and polar bears, kayak or sail into protected bays and fjords |
| Day 9 | Longyearbyen to Oslo | Disembark, fly back to Oslo and enjoy a night in a hotel |
| Day 10 | Oslo | Say goodbye and transfer to the airport |
SHIP OFFERING THIS ITINERARY
National Geographic Endurance
Launching in 2020, the National Geographic Endurance is a next-generation expedition ship, purpose built for polar navigation. The Category A vessel is a fully stabilized, highly strengthened ship designed to navigate polar-passages and uncharted waters all year round. Designed to provide an extremely smooth ride in even the most adverse of conditions, reduced spray on deck and wave-splicing action making for superior observation.
National Geographic Resolution
National Geographic Resolution was launched in 2021 and is purpose-built for polar navigation for 128 guests. She is a fully stabilised, highly strengthened, ice-class Polar Class 5 (PC5) vessel. She is designed to navigate polar passages year-round, and safely explore uncharted waters, while providing exceptional comfort. Its patented X-BOW® provides an extremely smooth ride in even adverse conditions, and even reduces spray on deck, for superior observation.
Day 1 Oslo, Norway
Arrive in Oslo and transfer to your centrally located hotel. Spend the day exploring this vibrant city at your own pace. Check in with the hospitality desk this afternoon to make final arrangements before your charter flight the following day.
Day 2 Oslo to Longyearbyen
Depart Oslo on the recommended flight and enjoy breathtaking vistas enroute to Longyearbyen. On arrival, explore this northern outpost and research center, including the expansive views of the icy fjord and surrounding mountain ranges. Embark your base of exploration and set out on expedition.
Days 3 – 8 Svalbard
The crew operate in true expedition style, letting nature dictate the ship’s day-to-day movements within an immense Arctic wonderland. The fully stabilized, ice-class expedition ship probes deep into the ice where the polar bears forage, walrus sun themselves and the Svalbard reindeer roam. Join spotters on the Bridge as you scan the floes and islands for these iconic creatures, along with bearded and ringed seals; Arctic fox; and whales that call these waters home, like beluga, fin and minke. There’s no greater thrill than a sighting that brings everyone rushing to the bow or Bridge for a close-up view.
Sail deep into protected bays and fjords, where even a novice kayaker can comfortably paddle surrounded by sparkling bergs and dramatic mountains. Video from the Remotely Operated Vehicle (ROV) allows you to peer into the mysterious world that exists 1,000 feet below the surface during Recaps with your multi-talented field staff.
Day 9 Longyearbyen to Oslo
Disembark in Longyearbyen for one more taste of civilization in this northern frontier. Join the recommended group flight to Oslo; transfers to the nearby hotel and luggage assistance will be provided. Upon arrival, overnight at the Radisson Blu Airport Hotel with dinner on your own.
Day 10 Oslo
After breakfast, transfer to the airport for flights home.