M/S Sjoveien: Expedition Svalbard
11 Days - MS Sjoveien
In July the Arctic summer has arrived, the midnight sun reigns supreme and the purple saxifrage decorates the slopes. The ice is slowly starting to loosen its grip, which offers good opportunities to explore the seldom visited eastern parts of the archipelago. Whales are more frequently seen in the waters and more and more snow-free areas become accessible for longer walks. Later in August the sun is closer to the horizon, preparing for the polar night, giving us beautiful sunsets and a warm light, perfect for photography. With ten nights on board, you will have plenty of time for grand nature experiences and wildlife encounters in the Svalbard archipelago.
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Itinerary Highlights
- Explore the spectacular fjords lined with snow-covered mountains and beautiful glaciers
- Visit the island of Nordaustlandet and pass through magnificent landscapes, vast tundra and the chance to encounter walruses, arctic foxes and svalbard reindeers.
- Look out for polar bears and bearded seals often resting on the fjord ice in Hornsund
Itinerary in Brief
- Day 1: Embark Longyearbyen
- Day 2-10: Expedition Svalbard
- Day 11: Disembark in Longyearbyen
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Day 1: Longyearbyen, Svalbard
We arrive in Longyearbyen, embark our expedition ship in the afternoon and sail out through the spectacular Isfjorden.
Day 2-10: Expedition Svalbard
Your adventure will begin in Svalbard, firstly exploring Longyearbyen. In the afternoon, embark the expedition ship and head out through Isfjorden. Over 6 exciting days, the weather and ice conditions will predict our landing sites and activities. Some of the possible landings that we may visit are:
Northwest Spitsbergen
The scientific village of Ny-Ålesund is situated in Kongsfjorden. It was from here that Amundsen and Nobile started their heroic expeditions to the North Pole. Two other courageous attempts to reach the North Pole started on the island of Danskøya. Swedish balloonist Andrée made an attempt with a hydrogen balloon and American journalist Wellman started with an airship. There are still interesting remnants from these expeditions left on this site.
Magnificent fjords
Svalbard offers the visitor countless spectacular fjords. During our journey we will explore a few of them such as: Liefdefjorden, meaning “The fjord of love”, is lined with snow-covered mountain peaks and here we hope to cruise along the face of the spectacular Monaco Glacier. Many common eiders and pinkfooted geese nest in the area. In Krossfjorden we revel in the beautifully sculptured front of the 14th of July Glacier to the raucous greeting of the large number of kittiwakes and Brünnich’s guillemots nesting on the nearby cliffs. Raudfjorden is an area of immense natural beauty – dominated by beautiful glaciers. It is also a favourite spot for seals and the bird cliffs are bursting with activity.
Hinlopen Strait and Alkefjellet
If the ice allows we enter Hinlopen Strait. Here is Alkefjellet, an impressive, basaltic cliff, which is the home to an estimated 200 000 Brünnich’s guillemots. We may also continue into the beautiful bay Palanderbukta on Nordaustlandet.
Eastern Svalbard
The island of Nordaustlandet is covered by an enormous ice cap and fascinates naturalists as well as historians. There are huge glacier fronts here, intersected by hundreds of waterfalls. Barentsøya and Edgeøya offer magnificent landscapes and vast tundra. Chances to encounter walruses, Arctic fox and Svalbard reindeer are good here.
Southwest Spitsbergen
The grand fjords of Hornsund offer spectacular glaciers and a breathtaking landscape of towering mountain peaks, often reaching above the clouds. On a clear day we can see the summit of the highest mountain Hornsundtind, measuring 1431 meters. Hornsund is a favourite haunt for some of Svalbard’s polar bears and bearded seals are often seen resting on the fjord ice.
Day 11: Disembark in Longyearbyen
In the morning, the ship will dock in Longyearbyen where your tour comes to an end. If you would like to extend your trip, feel free to contact one of our consultants to help you with further arrangements.
Dates | Cabin | From | Special Offer |
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29 Jun 2023 - 09 Jul 2023 | USD $10790pp | ||
Twin Cabin Porthole | USD $10790pp | Contact us | |
Twin Cabin Window | USD $11390pp | Contact us | |
Double Cabin Superior | USD $11990pp | Contact us | |
Single Cabin | USD $15390pp | Contact us | |
29 Jul 2023 - 08 Aug 2023 | USD $10790pp | ||
Twin Cabin Porthole | USD $10790pp | Contact us | |
Twin Cabin Window | USD $11390pp | Contact us | |
Double Cabin Superior | USD $11990pp | Contact us | |
Single Cabin | USD $15390pp | Contact us | |
08 Aug 2023 - 18 Aug 2023 | USD $10790pp | ||
Twin Cabin Porthole | USD $10790pp | Contact us | |
Twin Cabin Window | USD $11390pp | Contact us | |
Double Cabin Superior | USD $11990pp | Contact us | |
Single Cabin | USD $15390pp | Contact us | |
18 Aug 2023 - 28 Aug 2023 | USD $10790pp | ||
Twin Cabin Porthole | USD $10790pp | Contact us | |
Twin Cabin Window | USD $11390pp | Contact us | |
Double Cabin Superior | USD $11990pp | Contact us | |
Single Cabin | USD $15390pp | Contact us | |
28 Aug 2023 - 07 Sep 2023 | USD $10790pp | ||
Twin Cabin Porthole | USD $10790pp | Contact us | |
Twin Cabin Window | USD $11390pp | Contact us | |
Double Cabin Superior | USD $11990pp | Contact us | |
Single Cabin | USD $15390pp | Contact us |
**Prices are per person based on twin / shared accommodation.
**Single supplements may apply
Cabin Details
Twin Cabin Porthole
Lower deck, twin beds, porthole window, desk, closet, en-suite bathroom.
Double Cabin Superior
Main or upper deck, double bed, desk, closet, en-suite bathroom.
Single Cabin
Lower deck, twin beds (single use only), porthole window, desk, closet, en-suite bathroom.
MS Sjoveien Deckplan
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Specifications
- Year Built: 1964
- Year Refurbished: 2017
- Gross Tonnage: 339 GT
- Breadth: 800m
- Passengers: 12
- Classification: 1C Ice Class
- Shipyard: Bergen
- Registry: Norway
Whats included?
- On-board accommodation
- Transfers when booking recommended flights
- Activities/shore excursions as specified
- Presentations by expedition leaders and naturalist staff
- All meals during the voyage
- Port taxes
What’s not included?
- International & internal airfares
- Arrival/departure taxes or reciprocity fees, visa fees where applicable
- Travel insurance
- Gratuities
- Any items not mentioned as included
Notes
20 August 2020 departure: The brilliant National Geographic photographer Sisse Brimberg will join us as a special guest, where she will hold workshops to share her knowledge of photography. Sisse is a Svalbard expert and has photographed more than 50 stories for National Geographic and National Geographic Traveler magazines. She has been awarded prizes by Pictures of the Year International, the National Press Photographers Association, White House Press Photographers Association, and Communication. A perfect opportunity for those interested in photography!
Please note: Our exact route will depend on ice, weather conditions and wildlife. The places mentioned are just examples of some of the many sites Svalbard has to offer. We always strive to maximise your experience. Please remember that flexibility is the key to a successful expedition!