The Endless Light of Svalbard

trip
03 June - 12 June 2027 Book Now
departure
Longyearbyen, Svalbard
78°13′49″N 014°54′49″E
duration
10 days
group
36 people (double cabins)
For privatization request, please do not hesitate to contact us
price
From €16,650 / person
level
All levels
weather
+5°C to +10°C
RAW BEAUTY OF JUNE IN SVALBARD

June brings the full arrival of the Midnight Sun, bathing the Arctic in golden light 24 hours a day. As snow retreats and glaciers shine, navigate deeper into opening fjords and remote bays while the tundra comes alive.

Spot seabirds, Arctic foxes, reindeer, and search the ice edges for polar bears. With temperatures between 2°C and 8°C and extended cruising routes, June offers a unique balance of raw Arctic landscapes and accessible polar exploration.

THE EXPEDITION TEAM

Piet Van den Bemd

Nature has shaped my life from the very beginning. Growing up traveling the world with a professional photographer as a father, I found my own path behind the camera at sixteen.

A first journey to the Arctic changed everything. The silence, the wildlife, the vast white horizons drew me north for good. With a background in ecology, photography became my way to share the beauty and fragility of these regions.

Now based in northern Norway, I work as an expedition photographer and guide across the polar world. I love helping guests slow down, read the landscape, observe wildlife, and capture powerful images of these extraordinary places.

Christian Bruttel

Christian grew up in the Black Forest in southern Germany, where an early passion for the outdoors led him to climbing, long hikes and cycling expeditions, including crossing the United States and traveling widely across Africa, Asia and Australia. For more than a decade, Christian has guided in both the Arctic and Antarctica, leading expeditions across glaciers, sea ice and the remote east coast of Svalbard. Years in these shifting environments have shaped his calm and precise leadership, helping guests safely explore some of the most dynamic landscapes on Earth while sharing a deep understanding of polar nature and wildlife.

Fabienne Meier

Based in Svalbard since 2019, Fabienne works across the polar regions as a guide, moving easily between sea ice, tundra and open water environments. A true cold water dive master, she loves sharing this passion with those bold enough to slip beneath the Arctic surface. Her experience ranges from ship based expeditions to demanding land journeys, including a three month ski traverse across Svalbard. Her path to the Arctic started much further south, in the Swiss Alps near Zurich. Growing up surrounded by mountains, she spent her early years skiing, climbing, hiking and learning to feel at ease in wild and demanding landscapes.

Miriam Vermeij

Miriam is a nature enthusiast from the Netherlands with a background in environmental science and a lifelong curiosity for the living world.  Her first encounter with the polar regions in 2006 changed everything. Nearly a decade later, she became a full time expedition guide in both the Arctic and Antarctica, where she loves sharing her deep knowledge of birds, plants and marine mammals. Miriam has a rare talent for helping people truly notice nature. With her gentle and attentive approach, she invites guests to slow down, observe and connect with the natural world in a way that often changes how they see it long after the journey ends.

Polar bear quest and observation in the midst of their cold realm

Enjoy zodiac cruises to see the glaciers from every angle and admire breathless waterfalls.

Adrenaline-fueled experience of a polar plunge into Arctic waters at a chilling 5°C

Walk on the very edge of the Arctic ice, above 80° North

trip highlights

eXPERIENCES

HIKE HIKE BABY

Hike across vast, deglaciated dunes, discovering the flora and fauna that thrive in these extreme conditions.

FOX NEWS

Learn about the approach of the fauna with our local guide.

ARCTIC’S SYMPHONY

Take a zod cruise to observe glacier waterfalls.

POLAR BEAR STRAIGHT AHEAD

Learn from our guides how to observe wildlife and consciously witness a moment in the life of a polar bear.

WALRUS MEET & GREET

Go at the encounter of the gentle giants of the Arctic: observe their playful interactions and impressive tusks up close, gaining a rare glimpse into the lives of these iconic polar residents.

FISHING PARTY

Fish some hering or some cod and let the chef prepare a local meal.

PHOTOGRAPHY LOVERS

Piet will share his photographer’s expertise to help you capture remarkable images in some of the most unique landscapes on Earth.

KAYAK PLEASE

Enjoy breathtaking canoe-kayak trips along the glaciers of Svalbard.

AN (A)TYPICAL DAY ON BOARD

Every day aboard Selar ships is a unique adventure. Receive a wakeup call announcing a polar bear in sight, savor a hearty breakfast, then set course for the Arctic tundra.

Enjoy a midday lunch atop the world, followed by a cozy coffee break in a trapper’s hut. Explore uncharted territories by sail, then brave a thrilling plunge into 2°C waters. Return to the ship for a sauna, as warm as the friendly evening you’ll share with the crew, serenaded by the sounds of glaciers.

Thrills

Hike on ice only 1000km from the north pole

FOLLOW POLAR BEAR’S 

FOOTPRINTS

GO KAYAKING

MEET WALRUS

COLONIES

Plunge in the polar sea without  divingsuit

SPOT POLAR

FOXES

Chills

MORNING YOGA SURROUNDED BY GLACIERS

FAUNA

CONFERENCES BY OUR GUIDES

Have a hot chocolate  on ice

MIDNIGHT  COCKTAIL  WITH THE SUN AND THE WATERFALLS

Feel the warmth of the sauna

Life onboard our basecamp

Welcome to your home away from home: a cozy vessel for only 36 passengers, where you can spend your entire day feeling the thrills of the Arctic, and settle in for evenings chills with good company and stories. Meet our crew—not only friendly and passionate, but also incredibly knowledgeable about the Arctic, to ensure you have the experiences of a lifetime.

boat
Your vessel
Your cabin
The lounge
The Grand Mess
A vessel powered by nature, emitting 90% less emissions than most ships in the region.
YOUR COCOON DURING THIS ADVENTURE. BEDS CAN BE SEPARATED. 2 SUITES ARE VAILABLE.
Try a thoughtfully human luxury, far from traditional codes. No key, no mini bar, no room service.
Admire Norway's impressive fjords surrounded by mountains
Take a seat and join our chef's table. Discover every day the menu guided by the Chef's mood. A nordic-inspired table, gently twisted.
Shared tables, for shared emotions.

EXPEDITION SUMMARY

Service included
getting there
FACILITIES AND EQUIPMENT
gear
Expedition advice
Expedition footprint
Payment terms
ALL-INCLUSIVE

Included:

- Everyday shore activities with a guide (zodiac cruise, hiking, stand up paddle, kayak, snorkeling, fishing, sauna...)

- 3 meals a day

- Wine, beer, non alcoholic beverages during meals and hot beverages

- Parka & boots loaned

- Transfer from the airport the day of departure

Not included:

- Transport / flights

WIFI NOT SO MUCH INCLUDED

Disconnection is our priority to immerse you in the Arctic wildlife and make you live the adventure of your life.

Internet will only be available in a secluded part of the ship to keep the common areas off the grid, connected solely by human interactions.

We suggest to use telegrams once a day (or less) that the crew will send for you to your loved ones.

Transport advices

Svalbard is an Island, most of the people chose to arrive by plane.

We recommend you to travel with SAS Scandinaves or Norwegian airline to Longyearbyen and arrive early the day of departure.

If you have time in advance, we can help you find a sailing boat to cross the Barents Sea for a full zero-emission travel option.

Our guides will greet you at the airport and accompany you to the departure port. No worries, we adjust to your flight schedule, it's a small town!

The adventure is waiting for you to begin.

Mandatory list

National identity card or passport, valid for at least 3 months after the date of return, for European Union nationals.

For other nationalities, please contact your embassy.

Common facilities

Restaurant

Lounge, bar

Exploration room

Fitness room

Sauna

Mud room

Open bridge policy

Access on outside decks

Adventure equipment (included)

Zodiacs

Kayaks

Stand up paddles

Fishing rods

Gear

Similar to ski outwear

Merino under layers

Watertight & warm gloves

Neck warmer & beanie

High shoes

Sunglasses & suncream

Moisturizers and lip balms

Swimsuit (for polar plunge)

Onboard

No shoes on board policy

Indoor shoes provided

Level

Any level, all physical conditions!

Yet some activities, like the polar plunge in very very cold water, may require that you do not have any heart conditions.

This expedition to Svalbard is especially suited for nature and photography lovers.

Exclusive expedition

Each expedition is unique, and our small size allows us to tailor the journey to the desires of our passengers and their willingness to push their limits.

Each daily activity will be divided into groups, with a guide for each. It's the adventure of a lifetime, and our crew is here to support you building infinite memories.

The pros

Ship powered by wind and sun 90% of the time. (visit The Ship page of our website to know more)

Fresh meals prepared on site with local food as much as possible

Low carbon adventures

No vibrations nor sound underwater for the wildlife

The cons

Svalbard is a remote Island, arrival is by plane for the large majority of travelers. Sailing to Svalbard is an option for those who have the time to make the journey, and we're happy to help you with this.

Payment terms


Two options:

- Pay 100% at the time of booking.

- Pay a first deposit of 40% is paid upon booking. The remaining 60% are due four months before departure.

Join this adventure

03 June - 12 June 2027 Book Now
need more time?

No worries, you can still hold a cabin. Completely free. Held exclusively for you. No deposit needed.

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