Spitsbergen Encounter Photography Special
Spitsbergen Encounter Photography Special 10 Days
Spitsbergen Encounter Photography Special 10 Days
Aboard: Akademik Sergey Vavilov
This photography focused Spitsbergen Arctic cruise will offer you an in-depth exploration of the western and northern extremities of the stunning Svalbard archipelago where you will encounter a tremendous array of wildlife and birdlife, as well as spectacular scenery, historical insights and exciting adventures. As an added bonus, this special itinerary will feature a fantastic onboard photography symposium where specialist photography experts will offer workshops on everything from wildlife photography to landscape and composition. As well as learning all the tips and hints for taking the perfect pictures there will also be workshops on technical elements including gear and equipment and computer based processing, file management and storage, and for budding or expert photographers this is a trip not to be missed!
Exploring through the land of the polar bear you will sail from Longyearbyen, the administrative capital of Svalbard, deep inside the Arctic Circle to enjoy shore excursions to wildlife colonies, regular Zodiac cruising, hikes along the area’s unique tundra and visits to places of great historical interest. Accompanied by your photography team and a team of history, geology, wildlife and nature experts, this expedition will fully immerse you in life close to the top of the world.
Highlights
- Fantastic onboard photography symposium delivered by wildlife and landscape photography experts
- Enjoy searching for polar bears
- Encounter whales and marine mammals
- Superb birdlife
- Spectacular icebergs and scenery
- Historical sites
- Kayaking options available
What's Included
- Transfers to and from ship
- Full board accommodation on board ship
- Photography symposium
- Zodiac excursions and shore landings including hikes and wildlife colony visits
- Programme of expert lectures
- Experienced Expedition Leader and professional expedition team of marine biologists, naturalists, historians, adventure guides and photographers
- 24 hour hot drinks
- Expedition gear loan package
- Onboard sauna, plunge pool, Jacuzzi and fitness centre
So much to experience
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Longyearbyen
A view from Above
All Aboard
Akademik Sergey Vavilov
Built in Finland in 1988 as a Russian polar research vessel, the Akademik Sergey Vavilov, was operating as One Ocean Voyager until recently, is a comfortable, stable, ice-strengthened ship with all the facilities for modern expedition cruising. There is a mixture of suites and cabins, all with windows or portholes and some with private facilities. Public areas include dining room, lounge, bar, library with forward facing windows, multi-media room with Apple Mac computers and photo management software, presentation room, mud room, passenger lift and gift shop. There is also a wellness centre, sauna, spa, salt-water plunge pool, fitness room and infirmary. Along with plenty of open deck space, there is a top deck with 360degrees views and a small observatory with spotting scope. The ship has an open-bridge policy.
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Take advantage of our vast experience, passion and expertise to help you hand craft the perfect Arctic adventure for you.
Having amassed a host of extraordinary adventures in destinations all over the world, Amy’s experience, skills and enthusiasm for helping clients plan their ideal itinerary will help make your holiday unforgettable, action packed and life-changing.
Mike lives and breathes adventure travel and has a wealth of experience in some of the most exciting and inspirational destinations in the world. His expertise and first-hand experience afford him the skills to help build holidays to remember.
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.
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