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Bear Island expedition cruises: FAQ

How much does Bear Island cost?

In Bear Island, voyages explore Svalbard, Greenland and the high latitudes in search of polar bears and the midnight sun. Voyages to Bear Island in our inventory start from $5000. Prices and availability are subject to change; final price confirmed at booking.

How long is a voyage to Bear Island?

Itineraries to Bear Island start from 8 nights.

When should you visit Bear Island?

Bear Island has a classic expedition season running roughly June to September. Departures currently on sale in our inventory fall in April, May, June, July, September and October.

Which cruise lines sail to Bear Island?

8 operators in our inventory currently offer departures to Bear Island: Silversea, Lindblad Expeditions, Ponant, Scenic, Polar Latitudes, Quark Expeditions, Swan Hellenic and Oceanwide Expeditions.

How many departures to Bear Island are on sale, and when do they leave?

29 scheduled departures to Bear Island are currently on sale, with sailing dates in April, May, June, July, September and October.

How long are itineraries to Bear Island?

Itineraries to Bear Island in our inventory range from 8 to 27 nights.

What is the most common itinerary length for Bear Island, and when is departure activity highest?

The most common itinerary length to Bear Island in our inventory is 8 nights, and June has the highest number of scheduled departures.

Which ships operate in Bear Island?

Ships sailing Bear Island in our inventory include Silver Endeavour (Silversea, 200 guests), National Geographic Endurance (Lindblad Expeditions, 138 guests), Scenic Eclipse (Scenic, 228 guests), Le Lyrial (Ponant, 264 guests) and Ultramarine (Quark Expeditions, 199 guests); guest capacity is the operator's published figure.

Where do voyages to Bear Island embark?

Departures to Bear Island in our inventory embark from Longyearbyen, Tromsø, Bergen and Glasgow.

Which places feature on itineraries to Bear Island?

Itineraries in our inventory commonly call at Norway, Bear Island, Leknes, Bronnoysund, Svolvaer, Tromso, Sailing along Bjornoya and Copenhagen. Expedition routes in polar waters are adjusted to ice, weather and wildlife conditions, so calls are not guaranteed.

How do starting prices for Bear Island compare across operators?

Starting prices in our inventory differ by operator: Oceanwide Expeditions from $5000, Polar Latitudes from $7000, Swan Hellenic from $9000, Quark Expeditions from $11000. Prices and availability are subject to change; final price confirmed at booking.

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Inventory data on this page last updated 2026-09-16.

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