Introduction to Spitsbergen: Fjords, Glaciers and Wildlife of Svalbard – Ultramarine, May 2021

Introduction to Spitsbergen: Fjords, Glaciers and Wildlife of Svalbard – Ultramarine, May 2021

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Trip Summary

Dates: May 8, 2021 – May 17, 2021
Duration: 10 Days
Adventure Options: 1-time Kayaking, Kayaking, Photography
Starting at $7,495.00View Prices

About the 10-day Spitsbergen Classic Itinerary

Introduction to Spitsbergen: Fjords, Glaciers and Wildlife of Svalbard This voyage provides the opportunity to get a taste of everything the Arctic has to offer, from polar bears and walrus to spectacular scenery. You’ll be treated to daily presentations by your Expedition Team onboard the ship, and daily wildlife sightings on land. Hike, explore and […]

Itinerary Map

Pricing Information

$7,495
Limited - Explorer Triple
$9,995 - Explorer Suite
$10,495 - Balcony Suite
$12,495
Limited - Deluxe Balcony Suite
$12,995
Limited - Terrace Suite
$13,995 - Penthouse Suite
$17,495 - Owner's Suite
$19,495 - Ultra Suite

About the 10-day Spitsbergen Classic Itinerary

Introduction to Spitsbergen: Fjords, Glaciers and Wildlife of Svalbard This voyage provides the opportunity to get a taste of everything the Arctic has to offer, from polar bears and walrus to spectacular scenery. You’ll be treated to daily presentations by your Expedition Team onboard the ship, and daily wildlife sightings on land. Hike, explore and enjoy the beauty of the Arctic on your visit to Spitsbergen

Highlights

  • Encounter iconic arctic wildlife, such as polar bears, walrus and reindeer
  • Take advantage of continuous daylight
  • Hike the tundra and polar desert
  • Cruise in a Zodiac to explore glaciers, fjords, icebergs and more
  • Immerse yourself in the icy realm of the Arctic with optional kayaking adventures

Detailed Itinerary

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Day 1 — Arrive in Oslo, Norway

Your Arctic voyage begins in Oslo, Norway’s vibrant capital city. If you arrive early, there are many museums, restaurants and green spaces to keep you busy before retiring at your included airport hotel.


Day 2 - Embarkation Day in Longyearbyen, Svalbard

This morning, the group will transfer to the airport and board our private charter flight to Longyearbyen, Spitsbergen’s largest settlement, where you’ll have some time to explore before embarkation. As your ship sets sail, enjoy your first view of the island’s rugged, glacier-topped mountains rising majestically from icy waters


Days 3-9 Exploring Spitsbergen

You’ll cruise around this magical island on a constant search for wildlife. Your expedition will cover western Spitsbergen as well as stunning fjords and outlying islands to the north. From polar flora to immense glaciers, the natural landscape here is just as varied as the wildlife. Each expedition presents new opportunities and different weather and ice, so there is no fixed itinerary; however, some of the places we may visit include the 14th of July Glacier, Smeerenburg, Alkefjellet and the Hinlopen Strait. The destinations visited will be selected for optimum wildlife viewing with an appreciation of the history and geology of Spitsbergen.

The island offers multiple opportunities for wildlife photography. Spotting polar bears is more likely here than almost anywhere else, as the Svalbard archipelago is one of their preferred hunting areas. The towering cliffs of Alkefjellet provide homes to thousands of Brünnich’s guillemots (thick-billed murres).

Coming across a walrus haul-out is a moment you won’t soon forget. These giant pinnipeds of the Arctic create quite a noisy scene as each walrus vies for a choice spot of coastline.

If you’re itching to experience a more intimate view from the water, you can book the sea kayaking or paddling excursion adventure options.

In Spitsbergen, there is no shortage of natural beauty. The tundra can be surprisingly colorful in summer, with wildflowers bursting for a taste of sunshine. Each day, you’ll see something interesting, whether it is unique arctic wildlife a polar bear resting between hunts, or abandoned sites from centuries ago.


Day 10- Disembark in Longyearbyen & fly to Oslo

The time to say goodbye to your Expedition Team and shipmates has come. Your adventure ends as it began, in the historic frontier-style settlement of Longyearbyen. From here, we’ll transfer you to the airport for your return group charter flight to Oslo.


Welcome Aboard the Ultramarine


The newest ship in our fleet, Ultramarine is designed to go beyond the familiar in polar exploration, to discover new places, and immerse you in the best the region has to offer.

Equipped with two twin-engine helicopters, Ultramarine offers the most robust portfolio of adventure activities in the industry, the most spacious suites in its category, breathtaking public spaces, and more outdoor wildlife viewing spaces than other expedition ships its size. It also features a best-in-class 70-day operational range and an innovative mix of sustainability features that exceed all industry standards.

With all this and more, Ultramarine is set to deliver the ultimate polar expedition experience.

Technical Specs

  • Staff and Crew 140
  • Guests 199
  • Ice Class 1A+, PC6
  • Length 420 ft (128m)
  • Draft 16.4ft (5.1m)
  • Cruising Speed 16 knots, in open water
  • Registration Marshall Islands
  • Lifeboats 4, fully enclosed

Cabins & Amenities

Cabins

  • Spacious Entryways
  • Personal Safes
  • Spa-inspired Bathrooms
  • Heated Bathroom Floors
  • Premium beds and bed linens
  • Convertible Beds
  • Individual Temperature Controls
  • HD Flatscreen Televisions
  • Oversized Windows With Sweeping Views
  • Electrical Supply: 220V
CABIN CATEGORY DECK LOCATION(S) SIZE # OF GUESTS BERTH CONFIGURATION
Solo Panorama
  • Deck 6
132 sq. ft. 1 1 twin
Explorer Triple
  • Deck 3
285 sq. ft. 1-3 3 single beds, two of which can be converted to a double bed
Explorer Suite
  • Deck 3
285 sq. ft. 1-2 1 double or 2 single beds
Balcony Suite
  • Deck 4
226 sq. ft. 1-2 1 double or 2 single beds
Deluxe Balcony Suite
  • Deck 4
299 sq. ft. 1-2 1 double or 2 single beds
Terrace Suite
  • Deck 6
350 sq. ft. 1-2 1 double or 2 single beds
Penthouse Suite
  • Deck 7
369 sq. ft. 1-2 1 double or 2 single beds
Owner’s Suite
  • Deck 6
446 sq. ft. 1-2 1 double or 2 single beds
Ultra Suite
  • Deck 6
563 sq. ft. 1-2 1 double or 2 single beds

Aboard

  • 2 Dining Areas
  • 4 Bars
  • Panorama Lounge
  • Lecture Theater
  • Library
  • Polar Boutique
  • Spa & Fitness Center
  • Oceanview Sauna
  • Zodiac Hangar with 4 Embarkation Points
  • 2 Ready Rooms with Individual Lockers
  • Walkaround Deck
  • Bridge

Activities:

  • Flightseeing (Included)
  • Zodiac Cruising (Included)
  • Hiking (Included)
  • Lectures (Included)
  • Camping (Optional)
  • Sea Kayaking (Optional)
  • Stand-Up Paddleboarding (Optional)
  • Paddle Excursions (Optional)
  • Cross Country Skiing (Optional)
  • Mountaineering (Optional)

Notes

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