UNCHARTED SVALBARD

trip
07 May - 16 May 2027
departure
Longyearbyen, Svalbard
78°13′49″N 014°54′49″E
duration
9 days
group
36 people (double cabins)
For privatization request, please do not hesitate to contact us
price
€15.030/person
level
All levels
weather
-10°C to -5°C, may sometimes snow
overview

May in Svalbard marks the beginning of the polar summer — when the sun no longer sets, and daylight stretches endlessly across the ice. This constant light transforms the landscape into something surreal, making you feel like an explorer on another planet. Wildlife appears in rare, fleeting moments, moving through a world suspended between seasons and glowing under a sky that never darkens.

Feel like an explorer on another planet under a sun that never sleeps.

Witness the awakening of wildlife.

Feel the arctic ice as we are less than 1000km to the north pole.

Observe magical polar bears in their white realm.

trip highlights

SEEK THE THRILLS

Glacier Hikes

Hike across majestic glaciers, navigating crevasses and icy landscapes. A unique adventure in the heart of the Arctic!

POLAR BEAR PASSION

Here, they reign. With patience and humility, we may be granted a glimpse.

PADDLE PADDLE!

You know stand-up paddle in summer, soon you'll try its icy version!

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.

Hike Hike Baby

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

Polar bath

Experience the ice bath, the biggest thrill of your life! An excellent tip for longevity.

DO YOU KAYAK?

Enjoy canoeing along the glaciers of Svalbard.

AND THE CHILLS

Dear walrus

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

SAUNA TIME

Get warm and learn how to sauna the Scandinavian way.

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.

Fauna power

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

LECTURES

Attend conferences and lectures onboard, on the field or in the lounge, covering a wide range of topics related to the expedition: wildlife, glaciology, navigation, local traditions & more.

Clic!

This trip is ideal for photography lovers. You'll spend a lot of time ashore capturing pictures of the beauty of wildlife in this white desert.

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

Navigate through the ice

Hike on ice only 1000km from the north pole

Kayak trip along the ice sheet

Assist the scientists

ICE BATH IN 2°C WATER

Chills

Meet the  reindeers  silently  walking on the snow hills

Hear the  noise of the snow under your feet

Spot the  bears and  there foot  prints

Have a hot chocolate  on ice

Observe the Arctic foxes

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
Payment terms & refund policy
GETTING THERE
FACILITIES & ONBOARD EQUIPMENT
gear
Expedition advice
Expedition footprint
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

- 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.

Payment terms

Pay a 10% deposit at the time of booking, 30% 1 year before departure, with the remaining 60% due 4 months before the expedition departure date.

Happy refund policy

Free cancellation and refund until 12 months before departure.

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

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

Skis & pulka

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 ice bath 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 emitting 90% less of CO2 than other ships of the region. (visit The Ship page of our website to know more)

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.

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