North Spitsbergen Birding Special
North Spitsbergen - Polar Bears & Birding Special 8 Days
North Spitsbergen - Polar Bears & Birding Special 8 Days
Aboard: MV Ortelius
Join us as we sail to 82 degrees north to explore the fantastically beautiful north coast of Spitsbergen, Svalbard’s largest island. Discovering the largest wilderness area in Europe, you can enjoy exhilarating Zodiac cruises and shore excursions in search of some of the finest scenery and wildlife experiences in the world, including whales, walrus, myriad birdlife and regular sightings of the magnificent King of the Arctic, the Polar bear. As an exciting addition, you will be joined on your voyage by at least one dedicated birding guide who will deliver their expert knowledge on Arctic birdlife and help with identifying the huge numbers of bird species found in Spitsbergen.
This fantastic itinerary will take you from Longyearbyen, the administrative capital of Svalbard, to enchanting destinations on the north of the archipelago including Raudfjorden, the Monaco Glacier and Phippsøya. A classic Spitsbergen cruise that will bring you to 82° north, just 540 miles from the geographic North Pole.
Highlights
- Explore around the north coast of Svalbard's largest island in search of unrivalled scenic and wildlife experiences
- Enjoy a special focus on the area's fantastic birding opportunities
- Excellent chances of sightings of Polar bears
- Other Arctic wildlife including whales, walrus, Arctic fox, and reindeer
- Spectacular scenery
- Historic sites
What's Included
- Full board accommodation on board with all meals, snacks and hot drinks
- All zodiac excursions and landings with expert guides
- Programme of expert lectures
- Loan of rubber boots
So much to experience
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A view from Above
All Aboard
MV Ortelius
Ortelius was built as a Russian scientific survey ship with ice strengthened hull, ideal for polar sailing. She has been completely refurbished and has a selection of suites and cabins with windows or portholes and either private or shared facilities. There are twin dining rooms, lecture room, bar and observation lounge and lots of open deck space plus an open-bridge policy. Ortelius also has a helicopter landing pad and helicopter excursions are available on some itineraries.
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Take advantage of our vast experience, passion and expertise to help you hand craft the perfect Arctic adventure for you.
With a lifetime of unforgettable nature and adventure based travel under his belt, Simon shares his passion, enthusiasm and hands-on experience to help create the perfect itinerary for every client.
Having amassed a host of extraordinary adventures in destinations all over the world, Amy’s experience, skills and enthusiasm for helping clients plan their ideal itinerary will help make your holiday unforgettable, action packed and life-changing.
Mike has more than 15 years of experience in the travel industry and continues to be inspired by the people, places and wildlife he discovers. His in-depth personal knowledge of a diverse range of destinations ensures your adventure itinerary will be a holiday like no other.
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