16 days tour

Spitsbergen Circumnavigation By Sailing Ship

Spitsbergen Circumnavigation By Sailing Ship

This tour includes:

Transport

s/v Noorderlicht

Accommodation

15 รœ: ship in double cabin

Others

all shore excursions and hikes depending on ice and weather conditions extensive, scientifically based lecture program

Meals

Meals: 15ร—F, 14ร—M, 15ร—A

Guide

English speaking expedition guide

Not included:

Optional

Insurance

Flights

Others

PCR or rapid antigen tests required, if any. Arrival/departure meals and drinks not mentioned optional activities possible necessary additional overnight stays before or after the tour travel health insurance (obligatory) services on board possible fuel surcharge tips Personal

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Itinerary of your trip Spitsbergen Circumnavigation By Sailing Ship

  • Day 1 And Embarkation 1ร—A
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      And Embarkation 1ร—A

      Individual arrival to Longyearbyen, the "capital" of Svalbard. Before embarking, it is worth visiting the parish church and the Svalbard Museum with interesting exhibitions on the mining industry and polar history. Embarkation in the late afternoon, towards evening the ship leaves the harbor for Trygghamna. Overnight stay on board.



  • Day 2 Circumnavigation Of Spitsbergen 14ร—(F/M/A)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Circumnavigation Of Spitsbergen 14ร—(F/M/A)

      The days on board are determined by wind and weather. If the conditions allow it, the sails are set, otherwise the engine is used. The expedition leader determines the course of the day depending on the current ice conditions - flexibility is key! This allows you to react to wind, ice and exciting wildlife viewing opportunities at any time. Therefore, the landing sites described here are only examples of how the trip could go.


      West Spitsbergen: The region is characterized by deep fjords, spectacular glacier abysses and a lot of history. Again and again you come across the remains of old whaling stations from the 17th century (e.g. in Smeerenburg or Tryghamna) or ruins of former Russian Pomor settlements from the 18th century. On the small island of Ytre Norskรธya you can still find many graves from the whaling era during a hike.


      Exciting is a short hike to Alkhornet. Here at the bird cliff polar foxes are often seen searching the slopes for eggs and young birds. Reindeer also graze here frequently. In Forlandsundet, near Sarstangen, is a popular resting place for walruses, which can be observed at close range if you are lucky.


      Along the north coast: the north is the habitat of polar bears and the rare ivory gulls and sightings are not unlikely in the region. Kittiwakes, black guillemots and guillemots raise their chicks on the bird cliffs. Worthwhile destinations in the north include Sorgfjord, where walruses are frequent, or Murchison Bay, on whose northern shore stretches a vast dry tundra, habitat to numerous reindeer. There are also the remains of an old Swedish research station to see. Once you reach the Hinlopen Strait, the views of the immense ice cap of Nordaustlandet, the massive front of the Brรฅsvell Glacier, or the semi-fossil whale skeletons along the beaches on Wilhelmรธya Island will impress you.


      East Spitsbergen: The most spectacular section of the voyage is perhaps Heleysundet - a strait between the main island of Spitsbergen and the small Barentsรธya, which can only be passed against the current. If passage is not possible, a little further south you will cross Freeman Sound north of Edgeรธya. Barentsรธya and Edgeรธya offer many opportunities for short and longer hikes, e.g. to the beautiful Rosenbergdalen, where groups of reindeer almost always graze, or to Diskobukta. There, a large, noisy colony of kittiwakes inhabiting a gorge is impressive. Ancient whale skeletons lie on the elevated former beach lines far inland.


      Southwest Spitsbergen: Finally, the journey leads to southern Spitsbergen. Two large fjords characterize the region. The more southern Hornsund with its labyrinth of side fjords and many spectacular glacier edges offers good chances of encountering polar bears or bearded seals. Rugged mountains and colorful geological formations frame the excursions in this fjord. You may have the opportunity to visit the Polish research station at Isbjรธrnhamna.


      A bit further north lies Bellsund. Exciting geology contrasts here with the sad witnesses of whaling for the beluga (white whale) in the early 20th century.


      Time permitting, on your return to Isfjord, visit the Russian settlement of Barentsburg, where coal is still mined. Finally, set course for Longyearbyen, where you expect to arrive on the evening of Day 15.


      14 nights on board.



  • Day 3 Journey Home 1ร—F
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Journey Home 1ร—F

      In the morning disembarkation and individual journey home.



Experience Style

Experience Style

Mixed

There will be challenging activities such as hiking, biking, canyoning and trekking, but youโ€™re also going to have other means of transportation and relaxed moments to just chill.

Accomodation level

Accomodation level

Medium

This accommodation includes essential services like a hot shower, electricity, and a nice and comfy bed.

Experience Type

Experience Type

Small Group

Youโ€™ll be accompanied by a small group of travelers just like you.

Physical Rating

Physical Rating

Basic

Almost everyone is fit for these activities. Every hike or physical exercise last less than 30 minutes, such as paragliding and horseback riding. Please ask about specific conditions.

Age range

Age range

Min: 5 / Max: 85

Age range allowed for this experience.

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