Geographic Expeditions

Svalbard: In Search of Iconic Arctic Wildlife

Walrus in the Arctic

Voyages Above the Arctic Circle

Sail deep into the High Arctic on a luxury polar expedition cruise through Svalbard, an archipelago tucked halfway between continental Norway and the North Pole. Kayak glassy fjords, glide past glaciers by Zodiac, and witness a stark, stunning wilderness come alive with expert naturalists who share the history, ecology, and enduring mystery of this remote polar world.

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What to Expect

Each day unfolds with discovery: early Zodiac cruises through misty fjords, quiet hikes over wildflower-dusted tundra, and heart-stirring glimpses of polar bears roaming ice floes. Glide by kayak amid towering glaciers, watch walrus basking on rocky shores, and listen as expert naturalists weave stories of Arctic life. Nights are spent in cozy comfort aboard your luxury cruise ship.

Trip Highlights

Discover polar bears and walrus amid blooming Arctic flora and vast natural landscapes

Embark on a luxury ice-strengthened expedition cruise with space for spontaneous adventure

Explore pristine fjords and wildlife up close by kayak, Zodiac, and foot

Capture expert-led photo ops and insights from the expedition team that bring the Arctic alive

Upcoming Departures

  • May 25 – June 3, 2026

Trip Pricing

  • Group Trip: From $15,508

    Based on double occupancy

Inclusions

  • All handpicked accommodations, ground transportation, and airport transfers
  • All guided shore landings, presentations, and experiences
  • Premier naturalist guide
  • Most meals
  • Emergency evacuation services and secondary medical expense insurance
  • Dedicated support from GeoEx’s travel experts and in-house air reservations team

Your Route Through the Arctic

Journey at a Glance

  1. oslo norway
    Day 1 – 2

    Explore Oslo

    Travel to Oslo, Norway, and visit the Fram Museum and Vigeland Sculpture Park.

  2. norway
    Day 3

    Embark from Longyearbyen

    A charter flight whisks you to Longyearbyen, where you spend time at the Svalbard Museum and galleries to learn about life in the Arctic and Norwegian artists Board ship, settle into your cabin, and embark.

Ready for adventure?

Let's bring the trip you've been dreaming of to life.

Panorama of the Smeerenburg glacier, Svalbard