Land Of The Ice Bears: An In-Depth Exploration of Arctic Svalbard
Join Tommy Heinrich on the May 30, 2024, departure
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 close 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.
Highlights
Search for polar bears and walrus alongside our veteran spotters
Explore under the midnight sun and take advantage of spectacular photo ops with tips from a National Geographic Photography Expert
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
Join National Geographic Photography Expert Nick Cobbing on the June 13, 2024, departure
Nick Cobbing
National Geographic Photography Expert
From
$15,358
/ per person
Does not include any flights
From
$15,358
/ per person
From
$15,358
/ per person
Dates & Rates
Ships
National Geographic Endurance
- Guests
- 138
- Cabins
- 76
The most advanced ice-class expedition ship afloat, offering unprecedented access to polar regions
National Geographic Resolution
- Guests
- 138
- Cabins
- 76
Our second new polar build, National Geographic Resolution, is named to honor the second voyage of the legendary Captain James Cook.
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Over 50+ years of exploring, Lindblad Expeditions’ veteran staff and the quality companionship they provide has established the company’s reputation. From expedition leaders to naturalists, most hold advanced degrees and are established authorities in their fields. Some join a few expeditions each year to explore the same sites, some of them spending some time in the field away from rigorous academic work. And others lead expeditions all around the world—with many guests saying, “Where you’re going, we’re going,” and returning time after time to travel with them. Browse our team directory to discover the full cast of expedition staff.
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