Svalbard: In Search of Iconic Arctic Wildlife
9 nights
National Geographic Resolution
11 May '26Cruise overview
Sail to the high Arctic archipelago of Svalbard, one of the best places on the planet to see polar bears in their native habitat. Over the past 50+ years, our ace spotters have given our guests multiple opportunities to experience sightings. In addition to the bears, we’ll be on the lookout for walrus, reindeer, elusive arctic foxes, fur seals and numerous species of birds. The archipelago offers unique hikes, with artful, sculptural arrangements of whale bones on pebbled beaches and the ghostly remains of trapper’s huts.
Available extensions:
- 5-Day Norway’s Fjords Pre-Voyage Extension (double price: £5073pp / solo price: £5750)
Itinerary
Oslo
Arrive in Oslo and transfer to your centrally located hotel. Spend the day exploring this vibrant city at your own pace. Check in with the hospitality desk this afternoon to make final arrangements before your charter flight the following day.
Oslo is the capital of Norway and is also its largest city, situated at the head of Oslo Fjord and surrounded by hills and forests. Home to some 50 museums and full of galleries, cafés, a sculpture park and the Royal Palace, this vibrant city with its handsome 19th-century buildings and wide streets has much to offer. Its history dates back 1,000 years, and includes a rich seafaring heritage that ranges from the Viking era to Thor Heyerdahl’s Kon Tiki expedition. Discover more about this exciting city on our varied selection of excursions.
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Oslo
Svalbard Archipelago
Svalbard Archipelago
Svalbard Archipelago
Svalbard Archipelago
Svalbard Archipelago
Svalbard Archipelago
Longyearbyen
Oslo
Category 1 - Fore Deck
#404, 406, 408, 411, 413, 415 — Cabin with two large windows, two singles that can convert to a queen, writing desk and chair, two bedside tables, window sofa, coffee table, and a closet.
Amenities
- Queen or Twin Configuration
- Safe
- Hair Dryer
- Telephone
- Desk
Ship features
A revolutionary polar expedition vessel offering luxury, stability and immersive exploration in the world’s most extreme environments.
- Carries just 126 guests for an intimate expedition experience
- Polar Class 5 ice-strengthened hull and X-Bow® design for smoother sailing
- Panoramic Observation Lounge with floor-to-ceiling windows
- Spacious all-outside cabins, most with balconies
- Expert expedition team of naturalists, historians and photographers
- Dedicated science hub and undersea exploration programme
- Multiple dining venues serving regionally inspired cuisine
- Two infinity-style hot tubs and a glass-walled sauna
- Wellness centre, yoga studio and gym
- Operates worldwide in Antarctica, Arctic and subpolar regions
