Svalbard in Spring – The Return of the Sun with Extended Stay in Longyearbyen

With an extended stay in Longyearbyen

11‑day all‑inclusive Svalbard Expedition Cruise with round-trip flights from Oslo and an extended stay in Longyearbyen

Explore the west coast of Spitsbergen as Svalbard reawakens in early spring, its pristine snowscapes glowing under the soft light of the Midnight Sun.

A concentrated Arctic adventure through mighty glaciers, serene fjords, and snowcapped mountains, with an attempt to venture above the 80th parallel north.

Witness wildlife at its most active: walruses, seals, and reindeer on the snow, Arctic seabirds returning to breed, and polar bears at their most visible.

An icy wonderland

Witness the reawakening of life during spring in Svalbard. Starting in Oslo and spending two days in Longyearbyen before setting sail, this concentrated voyage takes you through untouched snowscapes with serene fjords, snowcapped mountains and glittering glaciers. You’ll discover the incredible scenery of northwest Svalbard, see the highlights of western Svalbard and gain an understanding of climate science in Ny-Ålesund.

Wildlife reigns

Long days under the Midnight Sun and lingering winter ice give us a great opportunity to spot Arctic wildlife. Look out for returning birds like Little Auks and Arctic Terns, as well as Arctic foxes, Svalbard reindeer and walruses. With luck, we may even see the elusive polar bear. If conditions allow, we’ll attempt to sail above the 80th parallel north and scout for wildlife along the ice edge.

Life in Longyearbyen

This voyage includes two additional days in Longyearbyen, with a curated programme designed to immerse you in life in the world's northernmost permanent settlement and prepare you for the adventure ahead.