Svalbard Express - (Ocean Albatros)

Why you'll love this trip

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  Sail aboard one of the world’s only expedition ships built to navigate the Arctic ice pack during the summer – the best time to see polar bears!

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  Visit a 17th-century whaling station at Smeerenburg in northwest Svalbard – part of the Northwest Spitsbergen National Park, where you'll also find Arctic flora and fauna like walruses and seabirds.

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  Explore Ny-Alesund, the northernmost settlement in the world that was once a base for polar explorers like Roald Amundsen and Fridtjof Nansen.

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  Witness polar desert landscapes on the islands of Nordaustlandet and Sjuoyane, where few plants grow in the harsh conditions, but birdlife flourishes – see skuas, terns and Atlantic puffins.

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  Take advantage of a flexible voyage itinerary and embrace the spontaneity of an Arctic expedition as your expert polar team maximises wildlife spotting opportunities each day based on the weather conditions.

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.