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Prime wildlife sites of Svalbard unfold at Alkefjellet's bird cliffs and Phippsøya. Polar bears hunt in their natural habitat while walrus colonies dot the coast. Seven full days cruising western Spitsbergen with expert naturalists.
Duration 10 days Destinations Finland, Svalbard, Norway Age Range 18 to 99 year olds Operator Exodus Adventure Travels From $10,195
32% Off- US$6,956You save $3,239
MS Vikingfjord, carrying just 12 passengers, glides through Svalbard's untouched wilderness. Shore landings at Prins Karls Foreland and Ny-Alesund reveal Arctic wildlife, while Zodiac trips through Hinlopen Strait showcase massive glaciers and walrus colonies.
Duration 12 days Destinations Longyearbyen, Spitsbergen Age Range up to 100 year olds Operator Inventia From
32% Off- US$15,518
Remote Kvitøya island awaits aboard M/V Sea Spirit. Historical Andrée expedition sites, polar bears on ice floes, and the massive Austfonna ice cap highlight this voyage. Expert guides lead daily Zodiac excursions from comfortable ship accommodations.
Duration 14 days Destinations Longyearbyen, Spitsbergen, Svalbard, Nordaustlandet Island Age Range up to 80 year olds Operator World Expeditions From
32% Off- US$10,495
Seven days of Svalbard's pristine wilderness for approx. $640 per day. A cozy Longyearbyen lodge serves as base for Northern Lights viewing at Camp Barentz with dinner included. Unique 4-hour polar night fjord cruise features deck-grilled meals and expert guide narratives.
Duration 7 days Destinations Oslo, Longyearbyen, Svalbard Age Range 3 to 95 year olds Operated in English, Spanish Operator Receptivo Aborigen Tours From
32% Off- US$4,499
Duration 15 days Destinations Finland, Svalbard, Norway Age Range 8 to 99 year olds Operator Intrepid Travel From $16,490
15% Off- US$14,016You save $2,474
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Travel Svalbard your way
The Arctic really opens up on these small-ship expedition voyages that push above 80° latitude. You'll find yourself where polar bears actually hunt on ice floes and massive Little auk colonies - sometimes reaching 200,000 birds - make their homes along the coastal cliffs. These aren't standard cruises; the vessels come specially equipped for ice navigation, letting you reach spots where walrus gather and pristine glaciers meet the sea. What makes these trips particularly good is how the expert team adapts each day's route based on what's happening with wildlife and ice conditions. One day you might be zodiac cruising near the 14th of July Glacier, and the next you could be walking across the colorful summer tundra at Alkhornet. The flexibility means your expedition can follow nature's lead.
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Explore a wide diversity of adventures through Svalbard. We have 27 cruises that vary from 7 days to 21 days. With the greatest number of departures in June, this is also the most popular time of the year.
Explore a wide diversity of ocean cruise tours through Svalbard. We have 24 adventures that vary from 8 days to 21 days. With the greatest number of departures in July, this is also the most popular time of the year.
Top operators in Svalbard
- 4.5 (13,295 reviews)
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- 4 tours
- Age range
- 16 to 80 years old
- Adventure type
- Polar
- Response time
- 38h
- Response rate
- 76%
- Average price
- $1536
- 4.5 (261 reviews)
- Tours
- 1 tours
- Age range
- 16 to 80 years old
- Adventure type
- Explorer
- Response time
- 13h
- Response rate
- 100%
- Average price
- $1124
- 0.0 (0 reviews)
- Tours
- 1 tours
- Age range
- 1 to 100 years old
- Adventure type
- Polar
- Response time
- 3h
- Response rate
- 100%
- Average price
- $1939
Svalbard tours for every type of group
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36 tours in SvalbardExplore a wide diversity of group tours through Svalbard. We have 36 adventures that vary from 7 days to 21 days. With the greatest number of departures in July, this is also the most popular time of the year.
Top Svalbard travel itineraries to fit your plans
Ten days in Svalbard really opens things up, giving ship captains the flexibility to push into the pack ice and reach more isolated spots. These trips often sail above 80° north where you can spend quality time watching polar bears hunt along the ice edge. You get proper time in places like Hornsund where multiple glaciers flow right down from sharp mountain peaks into the sea. With more days at sea, you'll have extra chances to spot Arctic wildlife - from walrus lounging on beaches to massive colonies of little auks nesting up on the cliffs. Our guests particularly enjoy how these voyages balance zodiac rides, tundra walks and also visits to research bases like Ny Ålesund, which happens to be the world's northernmost settlement.
Going all the way around Svalbard takes two weeks and gives you the most complete Arctic experience you can get. These longer trips reach quiet corners like Kvitøya in the far northeast, an island that's almost totally covered in ice and where polar bears often roam. You'll see all of Svalbard's different landscapes - from the Northwest Reserve's deep fjords and massive glaciers to Nordaustlandet's polar desert and huge ice caps. Having two weeks means proper time at historical sites from early polar exploration, including old 16th-century whaling stations. Our travelers really appreciate how these voyages can adapt to weather and ice conditions, maximizing wildlife spotting while learning the full story of these islands through expert talks and guided shore visits.
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Demographics
The Svalbard expedition cruises work brilliantly for solo travelers, mixing private downtime with engaging group activities. The M/V Sea Spirit gives you your own roomy suite to retreat to after busy days out exploring. You'll spend your days doing detailed shore visits - maybe walking through old Thule settlements or getting up close to photograph walrus colonies. The dining setup naturally brings people together, and everyone tends to gather on the observation decks when polar bears appear on ice floes. Our solo guests often tell us how well the expedition teams include everyone during wildlife spotting and shore excursions.
Our younger travelers go for the more active Arctic trips that blend real wildlife encounters with hands-on exploration. They'll zip around in zodiacs right up to glacier faces, and there's optional kayaking weaving between icebergs. Landing at Ny Ålesund, you can send mail from the planet's northernmost post office and hike up to see little auks nesting in the cliffs. The midnight sun in summer means endless chances for photos and spotting marine life. The social side really makes these trips - having drinks while whale watching, playing cards on sea days and joining casual photo sessions with the expedition crew.
Our senior travelers love how these Arctic expeditions balance real exploration with thoughtful comfort. The ships are stable, with good viewing areas and elevators connecting all decks. You can choose activities that match your pace - gentle flower photography walks or longer hikes if you prefer. There's plenty of history too, with visits to old whaling stations and mining towns. The expedition team gives great talks about Arctic exploration and wildlife, which our older guests find fascinating. They particularly appreciate taking time to properly watch polar bears hunting or see huge chunks of glacier crash into the sea.
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Best time to visit Svalbard
- Summer 2025
Summer brings non-stop daylight and peak wildlife activity. Our ships use all 24 hours of sunlight to maximize wildlife viewing - you might find polar bears near the pack ice or watch thousands of guillemots clustered on cliffs. Some voyages head east to Greenland and Iceland, while others dig deep into Svalbard's fjords and islands. Summer routes often stop at Ny Ålesund's abandoned mines and the old Dutch whaling station at Smeerenburg. You'll see hardy Arctic flowers dotting the tundra, and Zodiac trips regularly come across bearded seals and beluga whales in the icy waters.
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