Svalbard in Summer

Join us on an unforgettable adventure through the Arctic wilderness of Svalbard as we follow in the footsteps of the early Swedish explorers. Our small expedition ship will take you on a nine-night journey through the same icy landscapes that Nordenskiöld and Andrée traversed over a century ago, with the possibility of reaching White Island if the ice conditions permit.

Our experienced  Swedish-speaking guides will provide you with expert knowledge of the area’s history and wildlife, and our small group size ensures an intimate and personalized experience. From the comfort of our cozy ship, you will have the opportunity to witness the stunning beauty of Svalbard’s glaciers, fjords, and towering mountains, while searching for polar bears, walruses, and other Arctic wildlife.

Travelling through the Arctic landscape, making daily excursions, we will gain a unique perspective on the challenges that Andrée  and his team faced during their ill-fated attempt to reach the North Pole by hot air balloon. This expedition will not only provide an unforgettable adventure, but also an opportunity to learn about the history of Arctic exploration. On this expedition one of our objectives is to reach the secluded and remote island Vitöya where the remains of the Andrée-expedition met its fate in 1897.

In the comfort of MS Freya and in the safe hands of its Swedish crew we will retrace the steps of the legendary explorers and witness the awe-inspiring beauty of one of the world’s last great wildernesses. Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity to experience the Arctic like never before.

With some of Europe’s finest arctic wildlife and landscape photographers, many guests return to further refine their skills and craft. Count on unique opportunities to photograph Polar bears, walrus, Arctic birds, whales, fjords, icebergs and more in the stunning environment of the high arctic.

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