Visiting the Arctic in July

July is an ideal time to visit the Arctic if you want to experience the midnight sun, spot Arctic wildlife, enjoy milder temperatures, and learn about the unique culture of the region.

5 Reasons to Visit the Arctic in July

1. Weather

Although the Arctic is still a cold and icy region, July is one of the milder months, with average temperatures ranging from 0 to 10 degrees Celsius (32 to 50 degrees Fahrenheit). This means you can explore the Arctic without facing the extreme cold temperatures of winter, making it a more comfortable and enjoyable experience.

2. Wildlife

July is a great time to see a variety of Arctic wildlife, including polar bears, reindeer, Arctic foxes, and whales. The warmer weather and increased daylight hours make it easier to spot animals in their natural habitat. Many animals are also more active during this time, making it a prime opportunity for wildlife watching.

3. Activities

A myriad of activities are available to travelers who visit the Arctic in July! Choose from hiking, kayaking, bird watching, and more! Travelers may also now travel to the North Pole aboard select icebreaker ships!

4. Culture

July is a popular month for cultural events and festivals in Arctic communities. You can experience traditional Inuit culture and learn about their way of life. Many festivals also celebrate the summer solstice, with music, dance, and other performances.

5. Midnight Sun

Visiting the Arctic in July allows you to experience this unique natural phenomenon, where the sun is visible 24 hours a day. It’s an incredible experience to have extended daylight hours, which allows you to explore the Arctic landscape and wildlife for longer periods.

Testimonials

"This is an exciting experience enhanced by the enthusiasm and skill which Polar Holidays devotes to their clients. They are not only knowledgeable but kind and patient when helping select the right cruise – there are so many of them! They treat their clients with respect and care to detail. I would have no reservations about joining him on another trip after Antarctica and South Georgia."

"I have been fortunate to have booked through Polar Holidays for 2 tours, one to the polar bears in Spitzbergen and another to Antarctica. They are knowledgeable, kind and thoughtful, not only in the country in which you are traveling but also with their photographic knowledge. They go beyond the regular help and made both of these trips memorable. The photo they sent me after the cruise rocks!"

"I have travelled with Polar Holidays to see the baby penguins and polar bears, both fantastic trips. I plan to go with them again this year to South Georgia. Thomas has travelled to all his destinations many times, so he is very knowledgeable about the area, people, etc. You can’t go wrong by using Polar Holidays to book one of these exciting journeys."

"We worked with a fantastic trip planner/coordinator at Polar Holidays– very knowledgeable about Antarctica and the Arctic. Polar Holidays makes it easy to travel so that we could focus on the trip adventure and experience. Thomas is regularly on these trips, so he was able to help us select among the large number of available cruises available – we were initially overwhelmed by the choices!

"I have traveled with Polar Holidays twice to Antarctic to photograph the penguins and once to the Arctic to see the polar bear babies. I enjoyed all three immensely, Polar Holidays was attentive to every detail and made sure we all got to South America, despite any challenge due to weather delays. That door-to-door service made the whole experience so much more enjoyable. Thanks Thomas and Polar Holidays!"

"Polar Holidays is the absolutely best firm I have ever booked with – and I do 2-3 big international trips a year. They are only a very knowledgeable about the different tours with lots of great insight into guest needs, but they also takes extremely good care of his clients. I can’t wait to go on another trip with them."

"We are home safe and sound. Got back to LA yesterday. It was an AMAZING, WONDERFUL, FABULOUS, FANTASTIC adventure. LOVED IT!!!!!!!!!!!!! Lots and Lots of photos to go through. All went well!!! Ship was GREAT, Polar Holidays Team was GREAT, weather was mixed, but GREAT, had Drake Lake for the crossing!!!!!!!!! Ready to go again!!!!! Thanks Polar Holidays!!"

Arctic Cruises in July

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