Early spring season is hands down the best time to visit if you’re a landscape photographer, as Svalbard presents its wildest side as the archipelago emerges from the depths of winter. Picture snow-capped mountains, fjords filled with sea ice, and a soft, elusive light so picturesque you’ll find yourself captivated to return time after time. Very few places in the world can match this unique allure!
Our team of professional photographers will be with you every step of the way, focusing on maximizing our time out in the field. We’re here to adventure together, soaking up every ounce of the Arctic’s raw beauty and remarkable wildlife as we uncover the unknown. It’s an experience that celebrates the magic of our planet and deepens our appreciation for preserving these wild landscapes for the future.
From 11.550 EUR
8 días / 7 noches
Departure: Apr 24th, 2025 Grado de marcha: Moderado
Primer día: Welcome aboard! Embarkation in Longyearbyen at 16:00
Día 2: Isfjord & Prins Karls Forland
Día 3: Encountering Sea Ice
Día 4: Exploring North West Spitsbergen - Sailing South
Día 5: Exploring North West Spitsbergen - Sailing South
Día 6: Exploring North West Spitsbergen - Sailing South
Día 7: Exploring North West Spitsbergen - Sailing South
Día 8: Longyearbyen
Detalles del viaje
País
Noruega
Tamaño del grupo
12 viajeros máximo
Estacionalidad
APR
MAY
Horario
Intenso
Lo más destacado
Small, intimate group size of just 12 like minded explorers.
A minimum of 3 guides for a group of 12 offers the best guide-to-guest ratio available.
The best time to visit the Arctic for landscape photography.
2 Zodiacs to use for exploring and close-up photography opportunities.
Led by world-class photographers and expedition leaders.
Explore in comfort on a modern, ice-strengthened expedition vessel.
Tipo de viaje
Programado
Compartido
Salida
Apr 24th, 2025
Temática
Expedición
Fotografia
Itinerario
The above itinerary is a guide only. Part of any Arctic adventure is the flexibility to take advantage of the weather and ice conditions. Our expedition leader will make sure you see as much as possible.
DAY 1 - Thursday Apr 24th, 2025
Welcome aboard! Embarkation in Longyearbyen at 16:00
Our Svalbard Photo Expedition departs from Longyearbyen. Upon leaving the port, we will say goodbye to civilisation for the next eight days to explore the breathtaking Arctic as it emerges from winter. During this time o...
Our Svalbard Photo Expedition departs from Longyearbyen. Upon leaving the port, we will say goodbye to civilisation for the next eight days to explore the breathtaking Arctic as it emerges from winter. During this time of year, our route will be determined by the sea ice. We will either sail north or south depending on the conditions. This expedition offers a chance to encounter the coast of Svalbard, as it is rarely seen. We will launch the zodiacs daily to search for the best landscape and wildlife photography opportunities every day.
L, D
MV Vikingfjord
DAY 2 - Friday Apr 25th, 2025
Isfjord & Prins Karls Forland
In Isfjord in April and Early May, fjord ice from the winter lines the coast. This is a great place to start scouting for polar bears that move from the land to the sea ice during this time. If conditions allow, it is a ...
In Isfjord in April and Early May, fjord ice from the winter lines the coast. This is a great place to start scouting for polar bears that move from the land to the sea ice during this time. If conditions allow, it is a great place to use the Zodiacs to explore the ice edge and open up close-up photography opportunities of wildlife.
After leaving Isfjord, our plan is to sail north, passing Prins Karls Foreland. As the ice recedes from the winter, this area is home to walrus haul-outs.
B, L, D
MV Vikingfjord
DAY 3 - Saturday Apr 26th, 2025
Encountering Sea Ice
The Northwest coast of Spitsbergen has many highlights and places to photograph, including countless glaciers and snow-covered peaks. We will launch the Zodiacs daily to open up photography opportunities. We may land on ...
The Northwest coast of Spitsbergen has many highlights and places to photograph, including countless glaciers and snow-covered peaks. We will launch the Zodiacs daily to open up photography opportunities. We may land on the heavily frozen shores on the huge rafts of fjord ice where possible. If the conditions allow, we will plan to venture up to the edge of the sea ice and spend some time searching for polar bears that use the ice to hunt. The sea ice is a mesmerising photography subject in calm conditions, it can be possible to launch the landing craft to cruise between the ice.
B, L, D
MV Vikingfjord (or similar)
DAY 4 - Sunday Apr 27th, 2025
Exploring North West Spitsbergen - Sailing South
If the time and conditions allow, we will attempt to sail south to visit Hornsund or Belsund. In late April, there is usually still a great deal of ice blocking the deep fjords, which offers excellent scenery for landsca...
If the time and conditions allow, we will attempt to sail south to visit Hornsund or Belsund. In late April, there is usually still a great deal of ice blocking the deep fjords, which offers excellent scenery for landscape photography. It is possible to encounter polar bears hunting along the ice edge of the fjord ice with some terrific scenery for a background.
B, L, D
MV Vikingfjord
DAY 5 - Monday Apr 28th, 2025
Exploring North West Spitsbergen - Sailing South
The Northwest coast of Spitsbergen has many highlights and places to photograph, including countless glaciers and snow-covered peaks. We will launch the Zodiacs daily to open up photography opportunities. We may land on ...
The Northwest coast of Spitsbergen has many highlights and places to photograph, including countless glaciers and snow-covered peaks. We will launch the Zodiacs daily to open up photography opportunities. We may land on the heavily frozen shores on the huge rafts of fjord ice where possible. If the conditions allow, we will plan to venture up to the edge of the sea ice and spend some time searching for polar bears that use the ice to hunt. The sea ice is a mesmerising photography subject in calm conditions, it can be possible to launch the landing craft to cruise between the ice.
B, L, D
MV Vikingfjord
DAY 6 - Tuesday Apr 29th, 2025
Exploring North West Spitsbergen - Sailing South
The Northwest coast of Spitsbergen has many highlights and places to photograph, including countless glaciers and snow-covered peaks. We will launch the Zodiacs daily to open up photography opportunities. We may land on ...
The Northwest coast of Spitsbergen has many highlights and places to photograph, including countless glaciers and snow-covered peaks. We will launch the Zodiacs daily to open up photography opportunities. We may land on the heavily frozen shores on the huge rafts of fjord ice where possible. If the conditions allow, we will plan to venture up to the edge of the sea ice and spend some time searching for polar bears that use the ice to hunt. The sea ice is a mesmerising photography subject in calm conditions, it can be possible to launch the landing craft to cruise between the ice.
B, L, D
MV Vikingfjord
DAY 7 - Wednesday Apr 30th, 2025
Exploring North West Spitsbergen - Sailing South
The Northwest coast of Spitsbergen has many highlights and places to photograph, including countless glaciers and snow-covered peaks. We will launch the Zodiacs daily to open up photography opportunities. We may land on ...
The Northwest coast of Spitsbergen has many highlights and places to photograph, including countless glaciers and snow-covered peaks. We will launch the Zodiacs daily to open up photography opportunities. We may land on the heavily frozen shores on the huge rafts of fjord ice where possible. If the conditions allow, we will plan to venture up to the edge of the sea ice and spend some time searching for polar bears that use the ice to hunt. The sea ice is a mesmerising photography subject in calm conditions, it can be possible to launch the landing craft to cruise between the ice.
B, L, D
MV Vikingfjord
DAY 8 - Thursday May 1st, 2025
Longyearbyen
Either late the previous evening or early in the morning we will arrive back at the port of Longyearbyen. Today our Svalbard photo expedition ends. After breakfast when we say our goodbyes after making new friends and sh...
Either late the previous evening or early in the morning we will arrive back at the port of Longyearbyen. Today our Svalbard photo expedition ends. After breakfast when we say our goodbyes after making new friends and sharing a wonderful adventure.
The above itinerary is a guide only. Part of any Arctic adventure is the flexibility to take advantage of the weather and ice conditions. Our expedition leader will make sure you see as much as possible.
B
Hoteles
MV Vikingfjord
cruise shipLuxury Hotel
Introducing MV Vikingfjord, a new ice-strengthened expedition ship for 12 guests with great environmental credentials.
MV Vikingfjord offers cruise ship comfort on a small ship with 8 ensuite cabins, an open plan lounge with rear facing windows, an observation lounge in the bridge, an on deck hot tub and sauna, and a light and modern Scandinavian design.
MV Vikingfjord will be exploring the shores of Svalbard and East Greenland (Scoresby Sund) during the Arctic seasons 2024 and 2025 (April to October).
Aire acondicionado
Restaurante
WiFi
Bar
Galería
Precios
Incluye
Todas las comidas indicadas como B, L o D
Todos los alojamientos en habitación doble
Alojamiento en hoteles de primera clase
Un guía de habla inglesa
Transporte en barco
Asistencia durante todo el viaje
Expert Svalbard Expedition Leader
Use of Zodiac for shore landings and photography opportunities
Highly experienced Captain and Cook
Rubber boots for shore landings
Transfers from airport to hotel and to vessel for embarkation + vessel to airport/hotel after disembarkation
No incluido
Vuelos internacionales
Vuelos nacionales
Exceso de equipaje
Gastos personales
Bebidas y comidas adicionales
Consejos
Lavandería
Seguro de viaje (obligatorio)
Gastos de evacuación médica
Tasas de visado (si es necesario)
Actividades opcionales
Otros elementos no mencionados como incluidos
Depósito mínimo
30% (El último pago debe efectuarse 45 días antes del inicio del viaje).
Precio base
Precio para 2 personas:
11.550 EUR
* Precio indicado por persona
Condiciones generales
Las condiciones de venta pueden variar en función de la naturaleza de su viaje y de la proximidad de la fecha de salida. Consulte nuestras condiciones aquí para más información.
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