The bridge and expedition team scan sea ice from a respectful distance; sightings are never guaranteed and route decisions prioritise wildlife welfare.
Day05
Svalbard Arctic Explorer
The bridge and expedition team scan sea ice from a respectful distance; sightings are never guaranteed and route decisions prioritise wildlife welfare.
The captain and expedition leader may replace, reverse or cancel a landing, flight or activity when weather, ice, wildlife, permissions or safety require it. This is an essential feature of responsible expedition travel.
01Morning
Pack ice & polar-bear search
The day begins with a current operating brief, weather review and the practical preparation needed for responsible observation at a distance chosen by the expedition team. The bridge and expedition team scan sea ice from a respectful distance; sightings are never guaranteed and route decisions prioritise wildlife welfare.
02Afternoon
Northern Svalbard
The main activity window is used for responsible observation at a distance chosen by the expedition team. Wildlife, landings, ice routes and exact timings are never guaranteed.
03Evening
What can change
Back at the hotel or vessel, the team reviews the day, answers questions and prepares you for responsible observation at a distance chosen by the expedition team. The captain and expedition leader may replace, reverse or cancel a landing, flight or activity when weather, ice, wildlife, permissions or safety require it. This is an essential feature of responsible expedition travel.
Available choices
Available choices
Wildlife, landings, ice routes and exact timings are never guaranteed.
The captain and expedition leader may replace, reverse or cancel a landing, flight or activity when weather, ice, wildlife, permissions or safety require it. This is an essential feature of responsible expedition travel.