RISE OF THE WHITE KINGDOM

trip

03 April - 11 April 2027 Book Now

departure

Longyearbyen, Svalbard

78°13′49″N 014°54′49″E

duration

9 days

group

36 people (double cabins)

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price

€11.840/person

level

All levels

weather

-25°C to -10°C

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A POLAR ADVENTURE BY CAROLINE CÔTÉ

This is a truly unique season: witness the rare privilege of wildlife awakening after six months of polar night. On this expedition between ice and pink skies, Caroline shares her deep Arctic expertise and invites you on a journey that balances challenge and contemplation, only 1,000 km from the North Pole. An adventure that reconnects you with the beauty of the living world and awakens the explorer within you.

Witness the awakening of wildlife.

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.

Set out on the polar bear’s trail — reading signs and hoping for a sighting.

trip highlights

CAROLINE CÔTÉ X SELAR

"What makes this expedition aboard Selar so special is the chance to live a truly human and oceanic adventure — in some of the most beautiful and untouched places on Earth.

Selar is a vessel filled with new experiences, reflections, and encounters. The journey I’ll be part of is an opportunity to test our limits, to better understand our planet, and to tell real stories — stories made of fresh wind, salt water, and the will to push ourselves further.

Projects like this bring me back to what really matters: the raw beauty of the environments we are lucky enough to explore, in the majestic realm of the polar bear and the reindeer."

Caroline Côté, Selar's North Star

AWAKEN THE EXPLORER

NORDIC SKI & PULKA

Feel like a true explorer as you ski with a pulka along Svalbard’s breathtaking glaciers.

MISSION: POLAR BEAR

A season for seeking: follow the tracks of polar bears across the ice, and maybe, cross paths.

SET UP A CAMP

Caroline Côté will teach us how to pitch her bivouac. You’ll even get to try a true freeze-dried expedition dinner—just like polar explorers do.

PRIVATE LECTURES

On board, Caroline Côté will share private talks about polar life, her Svalbard crossing record, and her journey as a filmmaker.

SEEK THE THRILLS

PADDLE, PADDLE!

Experience stand-up paddleboarding — Arctic style.

ZOD CRUISE BY NIGHT

Enjoy zodiac cruises among icebergs glowing with pink and gold — in a world where night never truly falls.

TRAINING

Strap on your Nordic skis, pull your pulka, and experience an introduction to Arctic exploration.

DO YOU KAYAK?

Enjoy canoeing along the glaciers of Svalbard.

ICE BATH

Experience polar plunge, the biggest thrill of your life! An excellent tip for longevity.

ICE ICE BABY

Listen to the sound of cracking fresh snow under your feet and enjoy snowshoes hikes in this enchanting white desert.

eXPERIENCES

Fauna power

Witness the awakening of these wonders of nature in their frozen habitat.

Ice navigation

Learn the ins and outs of navigating through ice alongside the captain. Our ship is not an icebreaker, but it glides through with agility.

Clic!

This trip is ideal for photography lovers. You'll spend a lot of time ashore capturing pictures of the beauty of wildlife, and you'll be amazed by the colors of the sky.

In the Mood for Seal

One of the quiet joys of the Arctic: watching sleek seal heads surface and vanish in the still, mirror-like sea.

Dear walrus

Come and meet these mustachioed inhabitants. Learn more about approaching fauna with our local exploration guides.

Frozen mascara

Get the photographer Jeremie Villet's look.

SCIENCE IN THE ARCTIC

As the heart of untouched wilderness: Svalbard is a scientific haven. Meet local scientists and hear about the importance of the pole in understanding the world.

HOT IN HERE

Enjoy a daily sauna session to let the heat sink deep into your body — and stay warm for hours after a frozen day.

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 only 1000km from the north pole

Try nordic skis and pulka

Enjoy snowshoes hiking

Plunge in the polar sea

PADDLE

LEARN ICE NAVIGATION

Chills

Meet the reindeers

OBSERVE WALRUSES & SEALS

SPOT POLAR FOXES

Have a hot chocolate on ice

Enjoy pink skies

Feel the warmth of the sauna

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

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.

EXPEDITION SUMMARY

services included

GETTING THERE

FACILITIES & ONBOARD EQUIPMENT

gear

Expedition advice

Caroline Coté

Expedition footprint

Payment terms & refund policy

ALL-INCLUSIVE

Included:

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

- 3 meals a day + snacks

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

- Transfer from the airport

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 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

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. A medical certificate will be required.

A variety of outdoor activities will be offered twice a day, adapted to all levels.

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.

HER STORY

Caroline Côté is an adventure filmmaker and polar explorer, renowned for her expeditions to some of the coldest places on Earth. Through her films and talks, she shares inspiring stories about planning, managing complex projects, and pushing human limits in extreme environments. She has led multiple expeditions in the Arctic and Antarctica, documenting both the fragile beauty of northern landscapes and human resilience in the face of challenge.

EXPEDITION CREATOR

Caroline co-created this expedition with Selar and will be on board throughout the entire journey. She will accompany small groups on guided exploration with nordic skis and pulka, and will offer exciting workshops such as setting up a camp. As a fellow adventurer, Caroline will join in daily activities and share her expertise, giving two private lectures for our privileged guests.

SURPRISES

Together, we’ve planned to surprise you and support your journey even before the expedition begins, with preparation and immersion ahead of time. Preparing for the adventure of your life is just as important as the journey itself.

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.