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We anticipate exploring these fjord systems to the extent made possible by ever-changing ice conditions. As we head south, darker nights create a high possibility of seeing aurora borealis. All along the way we remain vigilant for sightings of marine mammals such as whales, seals, and the majestic polar bear. In these far northern latitudes it is possible to encounter sea ice any time of the year. Day 5-6: Across the Greenland Sea From Svalbard we head southwest across the Greenland Sea toward East Greenland. This was also a staging area for historic attempts to discover the North Pole. Also in this area is Ny Ålesund, a former mining town that is now home to an international community of Arctic researchers, complete with museum, gift shop, and post office. Polar Bears can be spotted anytime, anywhere in and around Svalbard. Bountiful inshore and offshore waters are home to a wide variety of marine mammals. Fields of flowering tundra are home to grazing reindeer and playful Arctic fox. Immense tidewater glaciers calve icebergs into turquoise waters. Deep fjords and narrow channels are flanked by jagged snowy mountain peaks. This area contains the archipelago s most impressive scenery and some of the Arctic s best wildlife viewing opportunities. We anticipate exploring in the ITINERARY Day 1: Longyearbyen, SvalbardĢ northwestern part of the island of Spitsbergen. You can be sure that the best possible advantage will be taken of the circumstances presented to us by Nature in this wild and remote corner of the Arctic. Our experienced captain and expedition leader decide the itinerary and continually adjust plans as conditions and opportunities warrant. Our route and exploration opportunities here are heavily dependent on the weather and sea ice conditions we encounter. Day 3-4: Exploration of Svalbard Svalbard is a true High Arctic wilderness and this part of the voyage is a real expedition. The scenery as we sail through Isfjorden on our first evening is spectacular and there is already the possibility of marine mammal encounters. The long days of summer sunlight illuminate our surroundings as we slip our moorings and sail into a true wilderness where wildlife abounds. Explore the ship and get comfortable in your home-away-from-home for the extraordinary adventure to come. Day 2: Embarkation in Longyearbyen In the afternoon we welcome you aboard the expedition ship M/V Sea Spirit transfers from the hotel are included. Your hotel for the night has been arranged by us and is included in the price of the voyage. Be sure to see the excellent Svalbard Museum and enjoy the shops, cafes and restaurants in the town center.

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After arriving via scheduled commercial flight, you are free to explore this small but fascinating settlement. Welcome to Longyearbyen, the Arctic adventure capital of the Norwegian territory of Svalbard and starting point of our expedition. 1 ARCTIC ODYSSEY Discover Spitsbergen, Greenland & Iceland.

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