- Authentic and intimate expedition cruise experience
- Attempt to sail above 80°N and fully circumnavigate the entire archipelago
- Summertime offers good chances of sighting polar bears hunting on the sea ice
- See beautiful fjords, glaciers, and icebergs in the pristine Arctic wildnerness
Going further into the realm of the polar bear than any of our other Svalbard expeditions, this epic voyage will see us attempt to find a way through the Arctic’s ever-changing sea ice and venture above the 80th parallel north. Our goal is to successfully complete a circumnavigation of the entire Svalbard Archipelago, if the ice allows us.

Our Svalbard Attempts are expeditions where we, in true expedition style, challenge the elements and the ice-edge of the Arctic Ocean, to circumnavigate this remote archipelago – in a safe way. Several alternative routes combined with our deep knowledge of the area and flexibility are key factors to giving you the most amazing experience. And if we really manage to circumnavigate Svalbard, it will be one for the books.
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Day 1Oslo / Longyearbyen - Hotel
From 59º N to 78º N
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Day 2Longyearbyen
The Norwegian Stronghold in the High Arctic
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Day 3-5North West Spitsbergen National Park
Exploring Amazing Fjords with Fascinating History
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Day 6-8Eastern Svalbard Nature Reserve
Enjoy Expedition Days in the Arctic
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Day 9-10South Spitsbergen National Park and the area of Bellsund
The Expedition Continues
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Day 11The Isfjord
Fjord, Wilderness
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Day 12Longyearbyen/Oslo
End of the Expedition
Departures
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What's included
Included in your voyage
Flights
- Return fllights in economy class between Oslo and Longyearbyen
Hotel
- Overnight in Longyearbyen before the expedition cruise, including breakfast and lunch
Transfers
- All transfers in Longyearbyen including an excursion before the expedition cruise
Expedition Cruise
- Expedition cruise in a cabin of your choice
- Breakfast, lunch and dinner including beverages (house beer and wine, sodas, and mineral water) in restaurant Aune
- À la carte restaurant Lindstrøm included for suite guests
- Complimentary tea and coffee
- Complimentary Wi-Fi on board. Be aware that we sail in remote areas with very limited connection. Streaming is not supported.
- Complimentary reusable water bottle to use at water refill stations on board
- English-speaking Expedition Team who organise and accompany activities on board and ashore
- Range of included excursions
Onboard Activities
- Experts on the Expedition Team deliver in-depth lectures on a variety of topics
- Use of the ship’s Science Center which has an extensive library and advanced biological and geological microscopes
- Citizen Science programme allows guests to assist with live scientific research
- Professional onboard photographer gives top tips and tricks for the best landscape and wildlife photos
- Use of the ship’s hot tubs, panoramic sauna and indoor gym
- Informal gatherings with the crew such as daily recaps and preparation for the day to come
Landing Activities
- Escorted landings with small expedition boats
- Loan of boots, trekking poles, and all equipment for activities
- Complimentary wind and water-resistant expedition jacket
- Expedition Photographers help with your camera settings before landings
Not included in your voyage
- International flights
- Travel insurance
- Luggage handling
- Optional shore excursions with our local partners
- Optional small-group activities with our Expedition Team
Notes
- All planned activities are subject to weather and ice conditions
- Excursions and activities are subject to change
- Please ensure you meet all visa entry requirements
- No gratuities expected
Photo: Genna Roland and Lise Dreistel
Ships
MS Fram
Year built | 2007 |
Year of refurbishment | 2020 |
Ship yard | Fincantieri, Italy |
Passenger capacity | 318 (200 in Antarctica) |
Beds | 276 |
Car capacity | 0 |
Gross tonnage | 11 647 T |
Length | 114 m |
Beam | 20.2 m |
Speed | 13 knots |
The original Fram was the most famous explorer ship of its time, and the achievements of her expeditions are unparalleled. MS Fram brings on the heritage of the original Fram, using the most advanced technology to make her exceptionally well suited for expedition voyages in Polar Regions.
MS Spitsbergen
Year built | 2009 |
Year of refurbishment | 2016 |
Ship yard | Estaleiro Navais de Viana do Castelo (POR) |
Passenger capacity | 335 |
Beds | 243 |
Car capacity | 0 |
Gross tonnage | 7,344 |
Length | 100.54m |
Beam | 18m |
Speed | 14.5 knots |
Our new ship, MS Spitsbergen will take you on a voyage beyond the ordinary.
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