Spitsbergen Abridged Wildlife Cruise
Special Offers
Take advantage of our special offer and save 10% on selected Spitsbergen voyages in 2012. Please call Sue or Alex on 01285 880 981 for more details.
Why Join This Cruise:
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An abridged 9 day introduction to Spitsbergen's incredible fauna, flora, geography and history, offering a similar experience to the longer 12 day voyage but in a shorter time span. Ideal for those short on time
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Spitsbergen (Svalbard) is the most wildlife-rich part of the whole Arctic playing home to walrus, seal, reindeer, whales, a plethora of birdlife as well and the world's largest land carnivore, the polar bear
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Choose from a variety of smaller ice strengthened ships (from 25 - 112 passengers), renowned for their expeditionary feel, informal atmosphere, ease of logistics and track record for great wildlife sightings
Trip Overview
This short 7 night/ 8 day expeditionary voyage provides an excellent introduction to the impressive wildlife, history and stunning geography of this magical Arctic archipelago. With departures primarily operating in June & July, you will voyage northwards up the western side of the island of Spitsbergen, the most ice free earlier in the season, exploring the secluded waterways and fjords, stunning glaciers, dramatic scenery and wildlife along the way.
Alicia went on this voyage last summer; read all about her trip in her blog.
Itineraries (download our suggested itinerary below)