Realm of the Polar Bear - M/V Greg Mortimer (New Scientist)

8 days
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From Oslo to Longyearbyen
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Highlights

  • Embark on an unforgettable adventure to the Arctic, a land of awe - inspiring beauty and untamed wilderness. Focusing on the largest island of the Svalbard archipelago, we slice through pack ice to find walrus and bearded seals and sail along spectacular fjords, surrounded by jagged mountains that pierce the sky. June is a prime time to witness the Arctic's vibrant wildlife in action. Marvel at a plethora of species on land and at sea, from Arctic foxes and polar bears to marine giants like humpback and fin whales returning from their tropical wintering grounds. As ice retreats, the tundra blooms and towering cliffs echo with millions of nesting seabirds - a truly unforgettable natural spectacle.
  • This unique expedition will be co - hosted by New Scientist Discovery Tours, providing a breathtaking and illuminating travel experience that combine the extraordinary natural surroundings with a focus on science and discovery. Enjoy a vibrant program of expert-led talks, workshops, shore visits and Zodiac cruises, covering topics from polar science - including glaciology and marine biology- to the big-picture questions about life and the universe.
  • Travel with like minded people - who love to connect with the natural world and the wonder of science
  • Visit the bird cliffs of Alkfejellet - where thousands of Brunnich's guillemot swirl around
  • Participate in New Scientist led workshops - including on-board workshops with a marine biologist
  • Get up close to the wildlife - as you cruise by Zodiac

Itinerary

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  1. Introduction
  1. Day 1 Trip starts in Oslo
  2. Day 2 Embark the MV Greg Mortimer
  3. Day 3 Spitsbergen
  4. Day 4 Spitsbergen
  5. Day 5 Spitsbergen
  6. Day 6 Spitsbergen
  7. Day 7 Spitsbergen
  8. Day 8 Trip ends in Longyearbyen
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What's Included

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Where You'll Stay

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  • Hotel in Oslo to be confirmed

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  • M/V Greg Mortimer

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    Days 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7

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Customer Reviews

  • Sarah
    · July 15th, 2022
    Just go! It is an amazing experience on a fantastic ship. The crew are really friendly & really look after you, the cabins are comfortable & the food is plentiful, varied & tasty. As for the trip itself, what can I say. The Arctic is an amazing place with great wildlife (yes, we saw numerous polar bears) and the scenery is spectacular. Cannot recommend it highly enough.
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  • Vanessa
    · September 25th, 2019
    A bucket list trip. The problem with something that you have been dreaming of for years is whether it can possibly live up to expectations. This one did, to the extent that I had to pinch myself to believe it was actually happening.
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  • RichardStevenson
    · September 20th, 2019
    Not a rest but an expedition - hopping on and off Zodiacs, climbing rocky shores, exploring round icebergs, animal watching, and informative lectures.
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Dates & Availability

8 days
Realm of the Polar Bear - M/V Greg Mortimer (New Scientist)
From Oslo to Longyearbyen

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Tour ID: 319718

  • Currency
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    Norway and Svalbard
  • Plugs & Adapters

    As a traveler from New Zealand you will need an adaptor for types C, E, F.

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