Set sail on the North Spitsbergen Explorer: Versatile Landscapes, Sea Ice & Wildlife – Summer Solstice, a 7-night Arctic expedition departing from Longyearbyen. Here, under the endless glow of the midnight sun, the wilderness of Svalbard unfolds in all its raw, dramatic beauty.
From tidal fjords to drifting pack ice, this voyage immerses you in Arctic contrasts. Glide into Raudfjord to glimpse glaciers spilling into turquoise water, as seals loaf near seabird-cloaked cliffs. Venture into Liefdefjorden and stand before the towering Monaco Glacier—its base a hotspot for polar bears and kittiwakes alike. Cruise through Hinlopen Strait, where bearded seals, walrus, and even the elusive blue whale may make a showing, and stare up in awe at the teeming bird cliffs of Alkefjellet.
Push northward toward the Seven Islands—perhaps reaching as far as 80° N—where you might drift among pack ice and stand on the edge of the world with polar bears as your silent companions. As the ship retraces its route west, watch for bowhead and fin whales along the continental shelf’s upwelling zones, offering breathtaking wildlife sightings before returning to Longyearbyen’s Arctic hush.
Not sure if this is your ideal polar journey? Explore our broader Destination Arctic overview for guidance on timing, itinerary types, expedition styles, pricing, and how North South Voyages can help you design your perfect Arctic story.
And why stop there? Extend the journey with curated pre- or post-voyage escapes through Mexico, Panama, or the legendary Cuba. Visit North South Journeys to transform this extraordinary cruise into a truly epic, multi-chapter exploration.
