Svalbard Arctic Expedition

Your Expedition Team

Your expedition is led by an expert team with deep knowledge of polar history, marine biology, glaciology, ornithology, and photography, all trained extensively for Arctic travel. Their passion and experience enrich every day of the journey, while safety remains a top priority. Along the way, knowledgeable guides, including a Polar Bears International scientist, share insights into Svalbard’s past, its rapidly changing environment, and its vital role in polar bear conservation.

Possible Excursions

During our expedition cruising, your expedition team must consider sea conditions, ice, and weather when planning the route and itinerary. The following offer a glimpse of what locations you may experience during your expedition, whether by ship, Zodiac cruise, or shore landing.

• Magdalenefjord: This stunning fjord is known for its dramatic glaciers, steep mountains, and historical whaling sites, and it offers great wildlife viewing.

• Kongsfjord: An area of scientific importance featuring glaciers and a polar research station, and often visited by whales and seabirds.

• Ny-Ålesund: One of the world’s northernmost settlements, this research town is a hub for Arctic scientific exploration with historic ties to polar expeditions.

• Moffen Island / 80 degree North: A small, remote island famous for its large walrus populations and a key stop for reaching the northernmost part of the Svalbard archipelago.

• Liefdefjord: Known for the beautiful Monacobreen glacier and rich wildlife, including seabirds and the occasional polar bear sighting.

Included Activities 

Here are some of the activities you can look forward to during our Arctic expedition. Thanks to the ship’s compact size, we can access areas larger vessels cannot, providing a more intimate and exclusive Arctic experience. 

• Unique lodging experiences that provide a true Svalbard experience, including a modern trapper’s hotel and a remote boutique hotel 

• Hiking through the vibrant polar landscape with experienced guides who can accommodate various skill levels

• Photographing and viewing Svalbard’s stunning landscapes and wildlife, including reindeer, birds, walrus, and other marine mammals, like whales and polar bears

• Learning about the region’s cultural heritage and history from expert guides and locals

• Cruising by Zodiac to explore places the ship can't reach—whether it's accessing remote shorelines or spotting wildlife

• Enjoying insightful talks and presentations from experts and locals throughout the expedition 

• Exploring majestic glaciers and fjords, including Smeerenburgfjorden, Krossfjord and Lilliehöök Glacier

• Celebrating crossing the 80th parallel and taking the exhilarating Polar Plunge into Arctic waters

• Immersing yourself in the serenity of Svalbard, with its tranquil silence and the midnight sun, where daylight never ends

Meals

Throughout the expedition, you’ll enjoy delicious, nourishing meals inspired by the Arctic. Our culinary can accomodate most dietary needs with advance notice. Please share any requirements at the time of registration so we can ensure a seamless experience.

Preparing for Your Adventure

You will receive a recommended packing list, additional trip details, and a suggested reading list in preparation for your Arctic Expedition. This information covers everything you need to complete before your arrival, as well as what you'll need while at Isfjord Radio, on board the ship, exploring the Svalbard landscape, or touring Longyearbyen.

Price per attendee: $19,000 USD

**All cabins will accommodate double occupancy. Single occupancy supplement: $12,000 USD (limited availability). If you would like to share a cabin, please let us know during registration.

NOTE: Your included accommodations begin on Day 1 of your itinerary. If you would like to arrive before Day 1 of your expedition or extend your stay, please let us know at the time of registration. You will receive your hotel details with your trip confirmation.

Max Occupancy: 10 Guests

Inclusions

The price of the 11-day / 10-night trip includes:

• 1-night stay in Longyearbyen, 2 nights at Isfjord Radio and 7 nights aboard the ship

• Planned tours and activities in Longyearbyen

• Expert expedition guides and staff 

• All Zodiac excursions

• All meals starting with dinner on Day 1, through breakfast on Day 11

• Presentations and interpretative talks by experts and locals

• All luggage handling aboard the ship

• Transportation between the airport, hotel, and port on embarkation and debarkation days

Exclusions

The trip price does not include:

• International airfare to and from Longyearbyen

• Passport and visa fees

• Emergency evacuation insurance

• Baggage, cancellation, interruption, and medical travel insurance (strongly recommended)

• Gear recommended on the Arctic Expedition packing list 

• Voluntary gratuities for ship staff and crew at the end of the voyage

• Applicable taxes

• Bar, laundry, and other personal expenses

• Phone and internet charges (connectivity may vary by location)

• Additional overnight accommodations

• Meals ashore unless specified in the itinerary

• Expenses of a personal nature

• Any items not mentioned in the itinerary or inclusions above

Basecamp Hotel

In the heart of Longyearbyen, Basecamp Hotel offers a refined take on traditional Arctic trapper living. Thoughtfully designed with authentic details, the hotel provides a warm, immersive atmosphere and attentive, personal service. Each unique room features comfortable beds, private bathrooms, and no televisions—inviting you to unplug, slow down, and fully connect with the quiet beauty of the Arctic.

In the heart of Longyearbyen, Basecamp Hotel offers a refined take on traditional Arctic trapper living. Thoughtfully designed with authentic details, the hotel provides a warm, immersive atmosphere and attentive, personal service. Each unique room features comfortable beds, private bathrooms, and no televisions—inviting you to unplug, slow down, and fully connect with the quiet beauty of the Arctic.

Isfjord Radio Adventure Hotel

Set on the remote west coast of Isfjorden, Isfjord Radio offers a rare stay at the edge of the Arctic. Once a vital radio station and now a thoughtfully restored boutique hotel, it places you amid open sea, vast skies, and dramatic mountain landscapes. Here, comfort and wilderness meet—relax in the panoramic sauna, enjoy gourmet meals crafted from local ingredients, sink into plush beds, and explore the surrounding terrain alongside experienced guides who bring this remarkable place to life.

R/V Kinfish

The R/V Kinfish offers an exceptional expedition experience designed for intimate exploration of the Arctic. Fully refurbished in 2018, this historic yet modern vessel is built for challenging conditions and equipped with advanced stabilization for smooth, comfortable cruising. With space for just 12 guests, her small size allows access to narrow fjords and secluded coves along Svalbard’s coastline that larger ships simply can’t reach.

On board, you’ll find welcoming lounges, dedicated presentation space, excellent viewing platforms, and comfortable en-suite cabins with portholes just above the waterline—offering a front-row seat to the Arctic from your room. Days unfold at an unhurried pace, with shared meals featuring hearty Scandinavian cuisine, wildlife watching from the deck, and memorable moments like open-air aperitifs and a celebratory BBQ when weather allows.