Venture 80° North into the Arctic circle, circumnavigating Svalbard
In 2025 a beautiful tall ship will embark on a four-phase expedition in the Arctic. This is the second phase from Svalbard to Greenland and ending in Iceland. You can choose to join any individual leg or sign up for the whole expedition.
For PHASE TWO, the crew will sail west from Svalbard to the remote fjords of Northeast Greenland following the edge of the Arctic Sea Ice (a paradise for Arctic fauna) into the world’s largest National Park (Northeast Greenland National Park).
After completing this journey, the expedition sails south into Scoresby Sound, the world’s largest fjord system and then sailing south to Reykjavik, Iceland.
EXPEDITION HIGHLIGHTS
- Cross the Arctic from Svalbard to Greenland
- Get a taste of the golden age of exploration on a traditionally rigged, wooden sailing vessel
- Follow edge of the Arctic Sea Ice, a paradise for Arctic fauna
- Visit some of the most remote, ice-free fjords in East Greenland
- Explore the world’s largest National Park (The Northeast Greenland National Park)
- Participate in an active scientific programme which seeks to collect data about the Arctic (entirely voluntary)
- Navigate one of the most remote parts of the whole Arctic region, a place almost nobody visits!
- Undertake the expedition with a small ground of 12 amazing people from all over.
- Enjoy stunning Arctic vistas and landscapes with the trappings of civilisation
- Pursue an intentional, knowledge-oriented expedition experience with respect to the destination
- Experienced crew and Expedition Leader that are at least as excited to be there as you (!)
- Eat well, drink well and live well (in the Arctic)
Citizen Science: A Call to Action
A scientific programme will run on board this expedition, owing to the remoteness of the locations we will be travelling in and the general lack of data about the Arctic. The purpose of this programme is to shed light on the continuing influence of the changing climate on the Polar Regions.
In Practice, this means that the crew will be collecting data at regular intervals throughout the expedition relating to water temperature at, the presence of microplastics (if any), salinity and acidity levels as well as keeping a rigorous log on sighted wildlife along the way.
At the end of the expedition, all the data will be collated into a report which will be disseminated to Scientific databases which can be used to aid in further research about the Arctic.
All passengers are invited to participate in this ongoing programme on board and involve themselves. It must be said that there is no obligation at all, and participation is entirely voluntary.
Why you'll love this adventure
- Get immersed in Arctic wildlife and dramatic nature
- Explore the world’s largest National Park
- Learn the ropes aboard a classic tall ship that has a Finnish sauna on deck!
Dates
This trip can be tailor made for your perfect travel dates. Please make a booking enquiry for more information.
Itinerary
Please take into consideration that wind and weather conditions may adjust our sails. This is a natural part of the adventure of sailing.
All expedition itineraries are approximate and are designed to give you a rough idea of the sorts of places we will go and the sorts of places we will see. A true expedition must respond to the prevailing conditions such as the weather, ice, and wildlife opportunities. That being said, the backbone of the expedition will head north and then down south again roughly on the following basis.
What's included
- Accommodation on board, incl. bedding & towels
- All meals, snacks, tea and coffee throughout.
- Provision of a complimentary “Great Expedition Kit” : a curated collection of Expedition essentials to enhance your expedition.
- Expedition champagne and port supply.
- Usage of the ship’s cigar humidor
- Free use of onboard sauna
- Extensive Pre-Departure Preparation Material
- Equipment and Information Pack
- Destination-specific Expedition Preparation Guide – everything we think you need to know about your location before you get there.
- Pre-Expedition Welcome Dinner aboard the ship the night before the start of the expedition (Day 0)
- All guided hikes ashore
- All guided zodiac excursions to shore
- Educational and Informational services from the Expedition Leader and crew
- Port surcharges, permits and landing fees
- Photography guidance and tuition in-the-field, as-we shoot
- Editing session on board in the salon upon request
Not included
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Your flights to and from Longyearbyen
- Personal travel & health insurance
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Crew gratuities (discretionary)
Trip notes
Price
Accommodation
The ship
This elegant 50 meter three masted tall ship captures everyone’s attention as she glides on the polar seas. She is very strong, capable, and best suited scouring the ice in the Arctic. Built in 1993, she has been sailing for more than thirty years around the northerly seas, proving that she is trustworthy and made for arctic adventures.
She will host you in her bright and comfortable main saloon, where plenty of windows provide a panoramic view for you to watch the waves roll by. Accommodation is made up of 5 twin bunk-style cabins and 2 single cabins. Home-cooked meals by the on board chef will be enjoyed in her main saloon, amid a well stocked library of polar literature. Day to day life on board is exciting yet easy-going: you will discuss the upcoming route over a hearty breakfast, plan your days activities, share life experiences over warm tea, and keep your binoculars in hand whilst we look out for wildlife.
Having been built in Finland there is, of course, a well-sized sauna on board, which will be the perfect refuge after a polar-plunge!
Meals
All meals will be prepared and served by a chef on board, and dietary requirements can be supported.
Who is this trip for?
A proper expedition is always comprised of an elaborate mosaic of characters, each with their own story and each with something to offer to the expedition group. The job of the expedition leader is to put together an incredible group of people: similar enough to embrace the spirit of adventure in the Arctic, different enough to introduce healthy diversity and counterpoint in the individual and shared experience of the Arctic.
They need to ensure that everyone who seeks to join in on our expeditions are a positive, forthcoming and interesting individual, hence why this operator aollows a curation protocol when selecting guests to join in. This is why their selection process is curated.
Having “what it takes” simply means you’re open to new places, new people and unforgettable sights. We’re all smart in different ways, and it’s up to team leading the expedition to put together a truly excellent group for a truly exceptional experience.
Additional notes
With 14 days and 13 nights at our disposal, we really have a strong time budget for this expedition; and we need it, because we have a lot of amazing stuff to see! This expedition will de-emphasise the Svalbard element somewhat, although we most certainly will stop in one or more spots in Svalbard so that people get to see at something from Svalbard before setting off.
Sailing at the edge of the sea ice will be the most fruitful use of our expedition time along with sailing in the fjords in Greenland.
DAY 1
We will aim to throw off the ropes shortly after lunch and briefly visit a glacier front in Isfjord, which is the large fjord in which the main town in Svalbard, Longyearbyen, is found. Who knows, we may strike lucky with an early bear or a whale in the fjord to start things off own a good footing. If weather and condition allow, once we have enjoyed some scenery in Svalbard, we will move on, sail west, pass out of the archipelago and begin our epic journey towards the arctic sea ice.
DAY 2-3
Day 2 is likely to be a sea day, and if we’re lucky we will be visited by whales and dolphins, and of course we can slow down and take our time to enjoy these encounters. We will be well looked after by the crew and properly fed along the way.
DAY 4-6
We anticipate to be able to get our first sighting of the Arctic sea ice by the fourth day, at which point the expedition will take a southwesterly direction, heading towards Greenland. When we hit the sea ice, our speed will decrease considerably and we will be on the lookout for wildlife along the edge of the sea ice.
DAY 7-12
After crusing along the edge of the Arctic Sea Ice for a few days, the expedition will be approaching the mainland of Greenland and we will seek to enter Kaiser Franz Joseph’s Fjord, an enormous fjord with towering granite columns and gigantic icebergs floating down. We will marvel at the palaces of ice and cruise around the very special ones with unique shapes, as is the tradition.
DAY 11-13
As we go deeper into Kaiser Franz Joseph’s Fjord, we will turn south and enter King Oscar Fjord. Using sheltered anchorages and landing where possible to explore the area, we have the chance to see some of the most remote fjords in Greenland, and we are very likely to be the only vessel in sight in any direction.
By the end of day 13, we will be nearby to the landing strip at Mestersvig at the Danish Scientific Research Base where your private charter flight will arrive to pick you up, our of =which you will fly the following day.
DAY 14
The last day! Much of the morning will be spent packing and preparing for departure, but if there is time to explore to go for a short walk on shore, we certainly will. Your charter flight will arrive and take you away back to Iceland and your life after the most incredible Arctic expedition is about the begin. You’ll probably be dreaming about the next time, like we always do!
Tour operator
Embark on Arctic odysseys with a pioneering spirit, led by seasoned explorers deeply connected to Earth's pulse. Delve into the heart of Greenland's icy embrace, sailing through ancient fjords and towering icebergs. This expedition company, born from a passion for intentional exploration, unveils the Arctic's hidden narratives, weaving tales of past and future. With a commitment to preservation, they transcend traditional travel, nurturing a community of mindful adventurers. Guided by Joe, a steward of environmental reverence, they offer more than journeys; they offer transformation. Join one of their voyages, where curiosity meets purpose, and every horizon holds a promise of discovery... and like many of their adventure seekers, we're sure you'll be back for more.
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