Four Arctic Islands (Ocean Albatros)
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Tour Overview
Embark on a 13-day voyage where you’ll experience four vastly different Arctic islands including the volcanic terrain of Jan Mayen, the rich wildlife of the Svalbard archipelago and Greenland’s large fjord system at Scoresbysund – then end your adventure in Reykjavik, Iceland. Encounter Arctic wildlife like walruses, seals, Arctic foxes and rare seabirds. Wander the Northwest Spitzbergen National Park, behold the northernmost active volcano in the world and visit one of the most remote communities on the planet in Ittoqqortoormiit. Keep an eye out for polar bears and beluga and bowhead whales as you navigate icy waters on a polar adventure.
Trip Code: BXMF
Start
Oslo
End
Reykjavik
Destination
Svalbard And Jan Mayen Islands
Meals
12 breakfasts, 12 dinners
Transport
Expedition cruise ship, zodiac
Accommodation
Expedition cruise ship (12 nights)
Days
13
Max Group Size
Min 1 - Max 187
Min Age
12
Style
Comforti
Physical
2i
Trip Highlights
Why you'll love this trip
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Navigate the Arctic islands of Svalbard, Jan Mayen, Greenland and Iceland, including visits to the northernmost city in the world at Longyearbyen and one of the most remote settlements on earth at Ittoqgortoormiit, East Greenland.
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Sail into the huge fjord system at Scoresbysund, potentially exploring the labyrinth of icebergs surrounding the Bjorne Islands, the basalt mountains of Cape Brewster or historic European and Inuit settlements.
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Cruise on Zodiac boats and go on nature walks along the tundra, accompanied by an expert Expedition Team who will maximise opportunities for exploring the Arctic wilderness.
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Visit Ny-Alesund – formerly a base for polar explorers like Roald Amundsen and Fridtjof Nansen, it’s now a hub for scientific research into climate change in the Arctic.
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Get out your binoculars for some of the most spectacular birdwatching the Arctic has to offer in South Svalbard – the towering Alkefjellet Bird Cliffs are teeming with tens of thousands of guillemots, kittiwakes and Arctic skuas.
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Itinerary
What's Included
Inclusions and activities
Meals
12 breakfasts, 12 dinners
Transport
Expedition cruise ship, zodiac
Accommodation
Expedition cruise ship (12 nights)
Included activities
Optional activities
Is This Trip Right for You?
Is this trip right for you?
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There are some long travelling days on this trip, but it’s all part of the adventure and a great way to get to know your fellow travellers.
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This trip requires a moderate level of fitness as it involves some walking and swimming, allowing you to really get among nature. Please bring sturdy, comfortable walking shoes, a swimsuit and comfortable clothing.
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Multiple activities on this trip are subject to weather and water conditions and on occasion, may be cancelled for safety or operational reasons. In the case of cancellation, we will endeavour to find a suitable replacement activity.
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