Spitsbergen & East Greenland Adventure
Spitsbergen and East Greenland Adventure
Spitsbergen and East Greenland Adventure
Aboard: Polar PioneerThis epic voyage combines 2 of our most popular itineraries, the Jewels of the Arctic and the Northern Svalbard Explorer, to create a fantastic 24 day expedition to discover the very best of the European Arctic. Explore the stunning Spitsbergen coastline with its calving glaciers, towering bird cliffs, pack ice and wildlife such as walruses, reindeer and even polar bears. If that’s not enough you will also get to experience the world’s largest fjord system, calving icebergs, friendly native communities and untouched tundra-covered valleys of spectacular Greenland. Enjoy exciting Zodiac cruises and optional kayaking excursions as you get up close to some of nature’s finest spectacles.
Highlights
- Explore Spitsbergen’s stunning northwest coast & the North East Greenland National Park
- Aim for 80° North on alert for polar bears!
- Other wildlife spotting opportunities including reindeer, walrus and whales
- Zodiac cruise beneath high cliffs buzzing with seabirds
- See Scoresby Sund, the world’s largest fjord system
- Visit Inuit communities and share their Arctic lifestyle
- Kayaking and rock climbing options
- Photo Workshop
What's Included
- Accommodation onboard Polar Pioneer with all meals, snacks, tea and coffee included
- Group transfers to and from ship
- Group sightseeing tour in Longyearbyen post-voyage
- Dog sledding day tour in Longyearbyen
- All shore excursions and Zodiac (inflatable boat) cruises
- Educational lectures and guiding services from an expert team
- Complimentary custom-designed polar expedition jacket
- Loan of gumboots during the voyage
- Daily cabin service
- Professionally-produced hard back voyage log
- Port taxes and charges & entry fees to historic landings sites
So much to experience
Our popularitinerary Suggestions
All our itinerary holidays are fully customisable
Reykjavik
Denmark Strait
Blossville Coast
Scoresby Sund
East Greenland Coast
Greenland Sea
Spitsbergen Coast
Longyearbyen
Northwest Spitsbergen
Nordaustlandet North Coast
East Nordauslandet, Kvitøya & Storøya
South Nordaustlandet
North & West Spitsbergen
Longyearbyen
A view from Above
All Aboard
Polar Pioneer
Polar Pioneer was built in Finland as an ice-strengthened research ship with ice class 1A Super, making it perfect for navigation in Polar areas with heavy sea ice. With a legendary reputation as a strong and capable veteran expedition ship, it was refurbished in 2022 with a modernised lounge and upgraded cabins allowing for up to 48 guests to travel in comfort and in an intimate setting that offers an authentic expedition adventure. There is a mixture of cabins and suites, including suites and cabins with ensuite bathrooms and twin and triple cabins with shared facilities. All cabins have portholes or windows. Public areas include a refurbished lounge with bar, newly refurbished dining saloons, a sauna, and multiple viewing decks and raised decks for photography. There is an Open Bridge policy and, owing to its small guest numbers, all passengers are able to fit into the 5 Zodiacs at one time so there is no waiting to go on shore. This ship features the highest ice-class capable of exploring in ice and offers the smallest group size available for trips to Antarctica and South Georgia.
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Take advantage of our vast experience, passion and expertise to help you hand craft the perfect Arctic adventure for you.
Mike has more than 15 years of experience in the travel industry and continues to be inspired by the people, places and wildlife he discovers. His in-depth personal knowledge of a diverse range of destinations ensures your adventure itinerary will be a holiday like no other.
As Senior Travel Expert, Simon has an absolute wealth of experience in adventure travel in some of the most fascinating places in the world. With in-depth knowledge and fantastic organizational skills, Simon’s first-hand experience and genuine passion drive him to work to create your perfect itinerary.
Amy’s abiding love of adventure travel has taken her to some of the most incredible wildlife-rich places on Earth. Her vast experience and genuine desire to share her knowledge makes her an outstanding and invaluable person to help you organise your wildlife adventure trip.
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