Svalbard Icebreaker Cruise and Arctic Floating Adventure
Overview
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7 hours
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Explore the magnificent fjords of Svalbard on a thrilling 6-hour cruise aboard the icebreaker M/S Arktis. Experience the unique Arctic floating program where you can safely float in the Arctic Ocean, equipped with a survival flotation suit. Enjoy a warm vegetarian soup for lunch while taking in breathtaking views of Isfjorden and the chance to spot seals, seabirds, and possibly even whales or polar bears. With expert guides onboard sharing insights about the Arctic environment, this trip offers an unforgettable connection to nature in one of the world's most exotic locations.
- 6-hour cruise from Longyearbyen with hotel pick-up included
- Optional Arctic floating experience with all necessary equipment provided
- Warm vegetarian soup served during the journey
- Opportunities to observe Arctic wildlife and stunning landscapes
Additional Info
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cruise is not suitable for guests with reduced mobility
The floating activity is optional and requires basic swimming skills and a height of more than 140 cm.
What To Expect
Svalbard
Along the cruise guides will be telling you details about nature and wild life in the area. You may have the chance to spot arctic wildlife along the way, such as seals, seabirds, and possibly even whales and occasionally, polar bears can be seen moving along the distant shoreline. During the cruise you will have a once in a lifetime chance to test floating in the arctic ocean in a survival suit which keeps you dry and warm. The floating program takes place from the aft deck and the swimming area is protected from wildlife. Guides will give detailed instructions and guidance for the program. Floating experience is optional and requires basic swimming skills. Minimum height for floating suits is 140cm.
Options
Arktis Svalbard 6h cruise
Duration: 6 hours: Cruise duration 6 hours including stop for floating program. Soup lunch: vegetarian soup lunch during the cruise Icebreaker: Arktis is a type 1A Icebreaker Pick up and drop-off: Shuttle transportation to Tourist Pier and back are offered for designated hotels Pickup included
What‘s Included
Arctic floating experience (optional)
Warm vegetarian soup lunch served during the cruise
Cafeteria products are sold on bar deck during the cruise
Pickup points
Funken Lodge
Vei 212-4 Longyearbyen Norway
Svalbard Hotell Polfareren
Postboks 538 Longyearbyen Norway
Coal Miners’ Cabins
Vei 100 Longyearbyen Norway
Radisson Blu Polar Hotel, Spitsbergen
Vei 229-3, Postbox 554 Longyearbyen Norway
Gjestehuset 102
Vei 100, Barrack 7 Nybyen Longyearbyen Norway
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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