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North Spitsbergen Basecamp - Free kayaking, Hiking, Photo Workshop, Cleaning the Shores

Summary:

The North Spitsbergen Basecamp cruise offers you a myriad of ways to explore and enjoy this Arctic Region. This expedition allows you to hike, snowshoe, kayak, and learn to take perfect pictures of the polar flora and fauna.

Duration
8 Days
Cities
5
Next Departure
26-Jun-2025
Starting at
± USD 4,260.00
Price per day
± USD 488.00

  • Overview
  • Dates and Details
  • Ship Route
  • Map, Destinations
  • Oceanwide
Operator
Oceanwide Expeditions
Ship
m/v Ortelius
Tour
North Spitsbergen Basecamp - Free kayaking, Hiking, Photo Workshop, Cleaning the Shores
Itinerary
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Categories
tour category: Kayak

Summary

The North Spitsbergen Basecamp cruise offers you a myriad of ways to explore and enjoy this Arctic Region. This expedition allows you to hike, snowshoe, kayak, and learn to take perfect pictures of the polar flora and fauna.

Map: North Spitsbergen Basecamp - Free kayaking, Hiking, Photo Workshop, Cleaning the Shores (Oceanwide)

Short Itinerary / Route

Day 1.
Longyearbyen
Day 2.
Sailing Along Svalbard
Day 3.
Sailing Along Svalbard
Day 4.
Sailing Along Svalbard
Day 5.
Sailing Along Svalbard
Day 6.
Sailing Along Svalbard
Day 7.
Sailing Along Svalbard
Day 8.
Longyearbyen

Ports of call (5): Forlandsundet, Liefdefjorden, Longyearbyen, Prins Karls Forland, Raudfjorden

Important!

  • All itineraries are for guidance only. Programs may vary depending on ice, weather, and wildlife conditions. Landings are subject to site availabilities, permissions, and environmental concerns per AECO regulations. Official sailing plans and landing slots are scheduled with AECO prior to the start of the season, but the expedition leader determines the final plan. Flexibility is paramount for expedition cruises. The average cruising speed of our vessel is 10.5 knots.
  • Ship Information

    Ship Name
    m/v Ortelius
    Ship Type
    Expedition Ship

    Travel Package

     

    Coming from

     

    Going to

    Cruise...

    Longyearbyen

    Arrow Going To

    Longyearbyen

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    Tour Variations

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    Next Departure: 03-Jun-2025
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    North Spitsbergen Explorer - Into the pack ice - Polar Bear Special

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    Next Departure: 19-Jun-2025
    Starting at: ± USD 4,260.00

    North Spitsbergen - Arctic Spring ,  Hike & Sail

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    North Spitsbergen - Arctic Spring , Birding Special

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    North Spitsbergen - Arctic Summer

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    Next Departure: 25-Jun-2026
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    North Spitsbergen Basecamp - Summer Solstice - Free Kayaking, Hiking, Photo Workshop, Diving (supplemented)

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    North Spitsbergen - In Pursuit of the Bowhead Whale

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    Join our adventurous expedition to the north of Svalbard’s largest island, taking in the area’s fantastically beautiful landscapes, thousands of seabirds, and possibly even polar bears. While searching for whales, seals, and other exotic wildlife among th...

    Next Departure: 28-Jun-2026
    Starting at: ± USD 5,898.00

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