Svalbard
Why not venture to Svalbard, also called Spitsbergen, on your Arctic cruise? This Arctic archipelago is known as the best spot to see polar bears! It is the largest wilderness area in Europe and showcases craggy mountains, lush tundra, and even provides opportunities to see the Aurora Borealis (or Northern Lights). Besides polar bears, there are many other wildlife residents to be seen! Other wildlife includes seals, reindeer, whales, and walruses. The region is technically part of Norway and historically was first discovered in 1194. It was rediscovered in 1956 by Dutch explorers, then later followed by whalers from numerous countries. Temperatures on Svalbard in the summer range from 36-44 degrees Fahrenheit, or 2-6 degrees Celsius. In July of 2020 the region experienced its highest temperature ever recorded at 73.4 degrees Fahrenheit, or 23 degrees Celsius. Typical weather during the summer is rolling fog and light rain. In most cases the rain is more frequent on the eastern portion of the region.
Around Spitsbergen – Kvitoya, In the realm of Polar Bear & Ice
Aug 10th, 2023 - Aug 19th, 2023
Prices from $5,400 to $12,300
North Spitsbergen – Kvitoya – Farthest North
Aug 19th, 2023 - Aug 27th, 2023
Prices from $4,600 to $10,300
Spitsbergen – Northeast Greenland – Aurora Borealis
Aug 20th, 2023 - Sep 2nd, 2023
Prices from $7,000 to $12,700
Alpine Peaks of Spitsbergen, Ski & Sail
May 1st, 2024 - May 8th, 2024
Prices from $3,350 to $4,200
Alpine Peaks of Spitsbergen, Ski & Sail
May 8th, 2024 - May 15th, 2024
Prices from $3,350 to $4,200
North Spitsbergen, Arctic Spring, Hike & Ski & Sail
May 15th, 2024 - May 22nd, 2024
Prices from $3,350 to $4,200
North Spitsbergen, Arctic Spring, Hike & Sail
May 22nd, 2024 - May 29th, 2024
Prices from $3,300 to $4,200
Arctic Ocean – Aberdeen, Fair Isle, Jan Mayen, Ice edge, Spitsbergen, Birding
May 26th, 2024 - Jun 6th, 2024
Prices from $3,000 to $5,400
Arctic Ocean – Fair Isle, Jan Mayen, Ice edge, Spitsbergen, Birding
May 28th, 2024 - Jun 6th, 2024
Prices from $2,750 to $5,000
North Spitsbergen, in the realm of Polar Bear & Ice
Jun 6th, 2024 - Jun 13th, 2024
Prices from $4,000 to $7,300
North Spitsbergen, Arctic Summer
Jun 8th, 2024 - Jun 18th, 2024
Prices from $4,800 to $5,950
North Spitsbergen, Polar Bears & Bowhead Whales in pack-ice
Jun 10th, 2024 - Jun 17th, 2024
Prices from $4,000 to $9,000