Jenseits des Polarkreises: Von Tromsø nach Spitzbergen

Embark aboard the Expedition in the afternoon and depart Tromsø in the late afternoon. Arrival transfer included.
Please make sure you drop your checked luggage off at the meeting point between 9am - 12pm. A local representative will be in the luggage storage room. They can provide general information about the town or your embarkation process.

All passengers will be transferred to the ship as a group for embarkation at 4pm. Please ensure that for embarkation you have your passport accessible (not in your luggage which is being transferred separately to the ship).

Sail northward from Tromsø spending a day at sea to travel to Bear Island, an untouched beauty of the Arctic. Think rugged coastlines, steep cliffs, and very dramatic landscapes. The island is home to millions of seabirds, including black-legged kittiwakes, puffins, and little auks. Bear Island is a remote and often overlooked part of the Svalbard Archipelago, allowing those who do visit an off-the-beaten-path adventure and epic wildlife.

Continue sailing along the coast of Svalbard and explore near South Spitsbergen National Park. The fjords are characterized by dramatic landscapes, including snow-covered mountains, glaciers, and icy seas, offering stunning views. Start by seeing the Hornsundtind massif where you can enjoy the Arctic landscape and potentially view wildlife. The fjord cuts deep into the island creating a memorable visual experience. Search for bearded seals and maybe polar bears. The group will also visit Bellsund for other interesting historical sites and wildlife viewing.

This voyage is spent travelling in the world in which the polar bear survives. Your wildlife viewing opportunities are enhanced by exploring as many remote areas as possible. Spotting wildlife like the Arctic fox, Svalbard reindeer, and land or sea birds can be difficult, but well worth the effort. Ice and weather conditions permitting we can explore near sea ice, through fjords that lead to glaciers and icebergs, and discover bird nesting colonies, all from the platform of the ship. Alternatively, hop in a Zodiac to explore more closely, or be brought to land to visit historical sites and experience the tundra. Always be on the lookout for wildlife, ranging from endangered and rare polar species to sea mammals and birds. And, of course, have your eyes peeled for polar bears - they can be found all throughout this region, but finding them can require patience and persistence. Come join us in the search!
Reisen früher in der Saison bieten die besten Chancen, große Eisschollen im arktischen Packeis zu sehen, auf denen man meist fantastisch Tiere beobachten kann. Später in der Saison ist die Region besser zugänglich und die Gruppe hat die Chance, den ganzen Archipel zu erkunden. Dann kann dich die Reise zu den weniger besuchten Inseln Nordostland und Kvitøya oder an die kontinentalen Küsten führen, wo nährstoffreicher Auftrieb aus der Tiefsee große Wale anlockt.

Das Programm jedes Tages wird danach ausgerichtet, die lokalen Eis- und Wetterbedingungen bestmöglich auszunutzen. Die Entfernungen zwischen den Inseln des Archipels sind recht kurz und da kein offener Ozean zu überqueren ist, ist das Meer gewöhnlich ruhig. Erlebe an diesen sechs Tagen eisbedecktes Meer, Fjorde mit atemberaubenden Bergkulissen und Gletscher, die direkt in das Meer hineinragen.

Mit unseren Zodiacs kannst du am Rand der Eisfläche entlangfahren und Robben oder Walrösser beobachten, Fjorde mit bis ins Meer ragenden Gletschern befahren oder spektakuläre Klippen voller Seevögel aus der Nähe bewundern.

Taking advantage of local ice and weather conditions, explore more of Svalbard, one of those rare places on Earth blessed with both awe-inspiring landscape and compelling history.
Enjoy the coast of Svalbard. Spend these days in search of the elusive polar bears as they hunt seals. Look out for Svalbard's unique subspecies of reindeer. Although much smaller than their southern relatives, they still carry impressive antlers. Keep a sharp lookout for Arctic foxes.

By not having a set itinerary, we take on an expedition spirit and are free to take advantage of the best that Svalbard has to offer.

Am Abreisetag bieten wir Transfers zum Flughafen von Longyearbyen für alle Passagiere, die am selben Tag abfliegen.