EXPEDITIONS: SVALBARD
SVALBARD EXPRESS 7 DAYS (6 nights on board) / May - Jul 2027
Embark on a thrilling one-week voyage into the High Arctic paradise of Svalbard. Board our ice-strengthened expedition ship, Ocean Albatros, for an unforgettable journey through Svalbard’s pristine wilderness, cruising among whales, Polar Bears, Walruses, and millions of spectacular seabirds. On this unforgettable voyage, we’ll be exploring the many wonders of high summer in the Arctic, when reindeer and Arctic foxes prepare for winter and seabird cliffs teem with life. Designed for exploration, this ship navigates as close as possible to the northern pack ice, the favored summer habitat of polar bears, while also visiting accessible locations along Svalbard’s coast kept navigable by the warm Gulf Stream. From wildlife hotspots to eerie historical sites, glittering icebergs to breathtaking glaciers, this voyage offers a true immersion into nature’s high- Arctic paradise. HIGHLIGHTS • Explore historic whaling stations at Smeerenburg and Ytre Norskøya, relics of Svalbard’s past • Marvel at the bird cliffs of Alkefjellet and spot Walrus on the remote polar desert shores of Torellneset • Cruise into beautiful Liefdefjorden to witness the towering Monaco Glacier and visit the rustic trapper cabin at Texas Bar • Visit Ny-Ålesund, the world’s northernmost research town, and explore the abandoned mining camp of Ny London for a glimpse into Arctic history • Keep an eye out for potential Polar Bear sightings, a highlight of any Svalbard expedition.
OPTIONAL ACTIVITIES
SHIPS: Ocean Albatros
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