Springtime in Svalbard
9 Days - M/S Quest
During the month of May, Svalbard is characterised by a wonderful purity and offers breathtaking sceneries. The fairytale winter landscape is dominated by sparkling ice formations, snow covered mountains, fjord ice and pastel coloured skies. It is spring in the Arctic and it is an indescribable experience to be there and witness the archipelago spring to life on-board the Sea Endurance. The polar bear yearlings venture out for the first time, the Arctic foxes and the Svalbard reindeers still wear their winter fur and seals and walruses can often be seen resting on the fjord ice.
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Itinerary Highlights
- Explore this winter wonderland dominated by ice formations, snow-capped mountains, and fjords
- Encounter the wildlife of the Arctic - polar bears, arctic foxes, reindeers, seals and walruses
- Small-ship expedition that takes up to 53 passengers
- Walk across the tundra in Bellsund and get closer to nesting auks
- Opt to explore particular areas with snowshoes!
Itinerary in Brief
- Day 1: Arrive in Longyearbyen and transfer to hotel
- Day 2-8: Expedition Svalbard
- Day 9: Disembark in Longyearbyen and departure
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Day 1: Arrive in Longyearbyen and transfer to hotel
On arrival to Longyearbyen, you will be met by our representative and transferred to your centrally located hotel. After checking in, the remainder of the day is at your leisure.
Day 2-8: 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:
Alkhornet
At the entrance of Isfjorden is the characteristic cliff Alkhornet. We go ashore to enjoy the beautiful tundra and its birdlife with barnacle geese, Brünnich’s guillemots, glaucous gulls, snow buntings and tens of thousands of kittiwakes. Arctic foxes are sometimes seen in the rock crevices around the mountain and with some luck we might see these lovely little animals scurrying around, frantically looking for food.
Prins Karls Forland
This narrow strip of land is covered by a magnificent and snow-covered mountain chain. The island is also home to many seabirds and harbour seals.
Kongsfjorden and Krossfjorden
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. In the nearby 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
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.
Virgohamna, Danskøya
Two of the most 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.
Bellsund
At the beautiful Vårsolbukta in Bellsund little auks nest by the tens of thousands. We go ashore and walk across the tundra to take a closer look at these charming birds.
Hornsund
The majestic Hornsund consists of several magnificent fjords along the west coast of Spitsbergen, where enormous glaciers calve out shimmering blue ice. This is one of the favourite haunts for some of Svalbard’s polar bears and if lucky we can spot one of them on the fjord ice.
Day 9: Disembark in Longyearbyen and departure
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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02 May 2023 - 10 May 2023 | USD $5690pp | ||
Triple Cabin | USD $5690pp | Contact us | |
Twin Cabin | USD $6590pp | Contact us | |
Twin Plus Cabin | USD $6990pp | Contact us | |
Double Cabin | USD $6990pp | Contact us | |
Double Superior Cabin | USD $8090pp | Contact us | |
Owner's Cabin | USD $8690pp | Contact us | |
09 May 2023 - 17 May 2023 | USD $5690pp | ||
Triple Cabin | USD $5690pp | Contact us | |
Twin Cabin | USD $6590pp | Contact us | |
Twin Plus Cabin | USD $6990pp | Contact us | |
Double Cabin | USD $6990pp | Contact us | |
Double Superior Cabin | USD $8090pp | Contact us | |
Owner's Cabin | USD $8690pp | Contact us | |
16 May 2023 - 24 May 2023 | USD $5690pp | ||
Triple Cabin | USD $5690pp | Contact us | |
Twin Cabin | USD $6590pp | Contact us | |
Twin Plus Cabin | USD $6990pp | Contact us | |
Double Cabin | USD $6990pp | Contact us | |
Double Superior Cabin | USD $8090pp | Contact us | |
Owner's Cabin | USD $8690pp | Contact us | |
23 May 2023 - 31 May 2023 | USD $5690pp | ||
Triple Cabin | USD $5690pp | Contact us | |
Twin Cabin | USD $6590pp | Contact us | |
Twin Plus Cabin | USD $6990pp | Contact us | |
Double Cabin | USD $6990pp | Contact us | |
Double Superior Cabin | USD $8090pp | Contact us | |
Owner's Cabin | USD $8690pp | Contact us |
**Prices are per person based on twin / shared accommodation.
**Single supplements may apply
Cabin Details
Triple Cabin
Located on deck 3, 2 lower berths, 1 upper berth, private bathroom, bathroom amenities, window, desk, chair, storage space.
Twin Cabin
Located on deck 3, 2 single beds, private bathroom, shower, bathroom amenities, window, desk, chair, storage space.
Twin Plus Cabin
Located on deck 3, 2 single beds, private bathroom, shower, bathroom amenities, window, desk, chair, storage space.
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Double Cabin
Located on deck 3, double bed, private bathroom, bathroom amenities, shower, window, desk, chair, storage space.
Double Superior Cabin
Located on deck 3 and 4, large double bed, private bathroom, bathroom amenities, shower, window, desk, chair, storage space, TV, DVD player.
Owner's Cabin
Located on deck 3 and 4, large double bed, private bathroom, bathroom amenities, shower, window, desk, armchairs, storage space, TV, DVD-Player, minibar.
M/S Quest Deckplan
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Specifications
- Built: 1992, refurbished in 2018
- Length: 50m
- Breadth: 11m
- Draft: 3.5m
- Engines: MAN / B & W, 1470 KW
- Ice Class: 1D (1B hull)
- Speed: 10-12 knots
- Displacement: 1,180 tonnes
- Guests: 53
- Registration: Bahamas
Whats included?
- On-board accommodation
- One pre-voyage hotel night
- Transfers when booking recommended flights
- Activities/shore excursions as specified
- Presentations by expedition leaders and naturalist staff
- All meals during the voyage, coffee and tea
- Port taxes
What’s not included?
- International & internal airfares
- Arrival/departure taxes or reciprocity fees, visa fees where applicable
- Optional snowshoeing
- Travel insurance
- Gratuities
- Any items not mentioned as included