trip
11 April - 19 April 2027
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departure
Longyearbyen, Svalbard
78°13′49″N 014°54′49″E
duration
9 days
group
36 people (double cabins)
price
€11.840/person
level
All levels
weather
-10°C to -5°C, may sometimes snow
overview
This is a very special season: experience the ultimate privilege of seeing wildlife waking up after 6 months of sleep. Feel like an explorer on an other planet. This powerful immersive experience in the raw beauty of the Arctic is so strong that it leads to an inner voyage. You'll discover the frozen land and it's wildlife, and you'll be part of the adventure of finding an itinerary through ice navigation.
Pink, blue, yellow, pastel watercolors, each more beautiful than the last, are painted in the sky day after day.
Feel the arctic ice as we are less than 1000km to the north pole.
Observe magical polar bears coming back from a very long nap.
trip highlights
eXPERIENCES
AN (A)TYPICAL DAY ON BOARD
Feel the cracking Ice sliding on the hull as you have breakfast with a view on the white desert. Have a stop in front of a walrus colony and assist the captain during her challenging Ice navigation to reach a remote research station with no other ships nor humans in sight. Warm yourself in the sauna before an evening filled with laughter, stories, and connections.
Thrills
Hike on ice only 1000km from the north pole
Sink beneath an ice cave and hear the roars
Plunge in the polar sea without divingsuit
Chills
Hear the noise of the snow under your feet
Meet the reindeers silently walking on the snow hills
Spot the bears and there foot prints on ice
Have a hot chocolate on ice
Feel the warmth of the sauna seep into your body
Welcome on board a unique vessel
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.
The ship
Your vessel
Your cabin
The lounge
Your captain
A vessel powered by nature, emitting 90% less emissions than most ships in the region.
COZY CABIN FOR REST & SWEET DREAMS.
TAKE A SEAT, ADMIRE THE VIEW WHILE WE'RE SAILING, AND LISTEN TO THE OTHER'S STORIES.
SOPHIE GALVAGNON, SELAR'S CO-FOUNDER, CEO, CAPTAIN & ICE SPECIALIST.
EXPEDITION SUMMARY
services included
CAPTAIN
GETTING THERE
FACILITIES & ONBOARD EQUIPMENT
gear
Expedition advice
Expedition footprint
Payment terms & refund policy
ALL-INCLUSIVE
Included:
- Everyday shore activities with a guide (zodiac cruise, skiing, snowshoes, hiking, stand up paddle, kayak, snorkeling, fishing, sauna...)
- 3 meals a day
- Wine, beer, non alcoholic beverages during meals and hot beverages
- Transfer from the airport
Not included:
- Transport / flights
- Special wines and liquors from our cellar are available at an additional cost
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.
Commandant of this expedition
NAME: GALVAGNON Sophie
POSITION: Selar's CEO, co-founder, captain & Ice specialist
EXPERIENCE : 17y of navigation
SPECIALITY: Ice navigation in uncharted areas
HONORS: Youngest woman to get the Maritime Merit
RECORD 1: 1st French woman officer on icebreakers
RECORD 2: 1st female commander of commercial polar ships
POLAR BEARS SEEN > 550
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 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 partner agency will reach out to you after your booking to offer assistance with your flights or boat.
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 with local food
Lounge, bar
Library
Fitness room
Sauna
Norwegian bath (cold tub)
Mud room
Open bridge policy
Access on outside decks
Adventure equipment (included)
Zodiaks
Kayaks
Stand up paddles
Fishing rods
Snowshoes and sticks
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 40% deposit at the time of booking, with the remaining 60% due 4 months before the expedition departure date.
Happy refund policy
Free cancellation and refund until 12 months before departure.
Join this adventure
11 April - 19 April 2027
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need more time?
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48H HOLD
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