Arctic
Svalbard: In Search of Iconic Arctic Wildlife
Svalbard: In Search of Iconic Arctic Wildlife
Sail to the high Arctic archipelago of Svalbard, one of the best places on the planet to see polar bears in their native habitat. Over the past 50+ years, our ace spotters have given our guests multiple opportunities to experience sightings. In addition to the bears, we’ll be on the lookout for walrus, reindeer, elusive arctic foxes, fur seals and numerous species of birds. The archipelago offers unique hikes, with artful, sculptural arrangements of whale bones on pebbled beaches and the ghostly remains of trapper’s huts.
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12 departuresAPR23
National Geographic Endurance · 2027
From $14,500
APR30
National Geographic Endurance · 2027
From $14,500
MAY7
National Geographic Endurance · 2027
From $15,500
JUN3
National Geographic Endurance · 2027
From $19,500
JUN10
National Geographic Endurance · 2027
From $18,000
JUN17
National Geographic Endurance · 2027
From $19,500
MAY1
National Geographic Endurance · 2028
From $15,000
MAY8
National Geographic Endurance · 2028
From $15,000
MAY15
National Geographic Endurance · 2028
From $15,000
JUN11
National Geographic Endurance · 2028
From $16,000
JUN18
National Geographic Endurance · 2028
From $16,000
JUN25
National Geographic Endurance · 2028
From $16,500
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Voyage Overview
Sail to the high Arctic archipelago of Svalbard, one of the best places on the planet to see polar bears in their native habitat. Over the past 50+ years, our ace spotters have given our guests multiple opportunities to experience sightings. In addition to the bears, we’ll be on the lookout for walrus, reindeer, elusive arctic foxes, fur seals and numerous species of birds. The archipelago offers unique hikes, with artful, sculptural arrangements of whale bones on pebbled beaches and the ghostly remains of trapper’s huts.
Highlight
- Survey the wilderness and ice of Svalbard to see Arctic wildlife, including polar bears and fur seals in their natural habitat
- Explore under the midnight sun and take advantage of spectacular photo ops with tips from a National Geographic Photographer
- Sail up to rock-wall rookeries teeming with thousands of birds, see pelagic birds from the ship’s rail when we’re underway and Zodiac cruise near a cloud of feeding arctic terns
- Actively explore––kayak, Zodiac cruise, hike and walk
- Hike the spongy tundra in search of reindeer, Arctic fox and a variety of endemic plants
Destinations
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Before the cruise