Kings Bay
- Kayaking
- Trekking & Hiking
- Polar
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Welcome to Svalbard. We will greet you at the airport and escort you to your accommodation in the city. Don't worry if your flight arrives in the middle of the night, we provide 24 hour airport transfers.
Today is a chance to meet everyone and prepare the equipment for our adventure, before taking a scenic boat trip to Saint Jean Fjord and Prins Karls Forland.
Kings Bay makes an ideal spot for our base camps from which to explore this vast and wild arctic environment. It is surrounded by
rugged mountains and 4 huge glaciers which tumble into the sea. The icebergs here are among thelargest and most varied in Spitsbergen and they attract a whole variety of marine life like seals and birds who love to bask in the sun on the blocks of floating ice. It is also an area with a rich and interesting history - we will find traces of past polar expeditions, coal mining and old whaling stations. We can explore the site of the first air expedition to the North Pole and learn more about the northernmost community in the world and their fascinating polar research.
Each day brings a new adventure as we immerse ourselves in this arctic wilderness and take time to fully explore this remarkable location in a unique and intimate way. The sheltered waters of Kongfjorden are ideal for mastering tandem sea-kayaking techniques and we can enjoy a multitude of different adventures here. We can go hiking and climb various interesting peaks with fantastic views of the
surrounding glaciers and wilderness. We can paddle among icebergs, marine mammals and approach glacier fronts.
There are up to 27 different species of birds protected in these reserves and reindeer roam in the tundra. This area is the home to the walrus and of course, the king of these lands, the polar bear – we will have the chance to observe these animals throughout our stay in these remote arctic lands where few people venture.
Today is a chance to visit the northern scientific research town Ny Ålesund and learn more about its remarkable history. This afternoon we take the boat back to Longyearbyen where warm showers await us in our comfortable guesthouse accommodation.
Depending on your flight time, you should have a morning to relax and explore Longyearbyen with its edge-of-the-world atmosphere. We recommend visiting Svalbard museum and you can also choose from a variety of optional activities like summer dog-sledding or a cruise to the abandoned Russian city of Pyramiden (Additional charges apply).
Our team will transfer you to the airport for your return flight whenever required.
Besides one evening meal in Longyearbyen,
this trip includes full board. For your evening meal on the final day there are
shops and kitchen facilities available or local restaurants for you to sample -
we have lots of recommendations!
Despite the lack of fresh fruits and
vegetables in the arctic regions we are proud of the varied, fresh and frankly
delicious food we provide even when camping. Meals are based on a selection of
local products and you will have the opportunity to try several local
delicacies. Each day will start with a cold breakfast accompanied by plenty of
tea and coffee or hot chocolate. Then you will prepare your own picnic lunch
for the day from a buffet style array of options. Evening meals will include
three courses: soup/starter, a hot dish and a dessert. We try to offer fresh
fruit and vegetables every day but please be aware that this is not always
possible in an isolated arctic environment.
Your help in the kitchen is expected and
much appreciated, particularly in the evenings. We like when the whole group
work as a team to cook dinner, it creates a pleasant atmosphere as we reflect
on the day’s adventures together. We want you to be a member of our team;
not a sheep!
Please let us know about any dietary
requirements when you book the trip and we will work with you to cater for your
needs.
LONGYEARBYEN: warm
guesthouse accommodation in twin rooms. Shared bathroom and kitchen facilities with heating and hot water.
CAMPING: We provide a 3 man dome tent per 2 people, for our expeditions we use light
equipment which is appropriate for Svalbard’s winter conditions. We will also
provide a spacious mess tent for meal times, fully equipped with kitchen
equipment. Please be aware that our expeditions in Svalbard involve full participation, we expect all travelers to assist with
setting up and packing down our camps, preparing meals etc. This is a team effort!
You will be welcomed at the airport
by a representative from our friendly team and accompanied for the duration of
your holiday. Armed with an abundance of experience and a wealth of knowledge
our professional Svalbard team are experts in polar environments. All
activities are lead by our qualified guides who are all English speaking
outdoor practitioners with a passion for everything arctic.
Please note that this adventure
takes place in an isolated, polar environment where around 2500 polar bears
live - your guide will explain the safety rules which must be followed at your expedition briefing
.
You may bring a hold bag (up to 20kg) as
well as a cabin bag. Your possessions
will have to fit into your kayak during
the expedition so please do not over pack. For your hold luggage please bring a
soft bag like a rucksack rather than a suitcase because it is more practical
when loading local buses and trailers. We also recommend that you pack your
clothes in plastic bags inside your rucksack so that they stay dry in the event
of bad weather.
Your main luggage will remain in Longyearbyen during the trip. We will provide
you with 2 dry bags to safely store the sleeping bag and your personal clothes.
Please note that the bag for your personal clothes does not exceed 22 litres
Please bring a small rucksack to use as a
day bag. You can bring this as hand luggage on the plane. You will carry your
lunch, water, spare layers and any personal medication with you each day.
Tipping is always appreciated. it
is not obligatory and should be left to the discretion of each individual.
We
will provide you with all of the technical equipment you will need for this
amazing adventure. Our
tandem sea kayaks were chosen for their stability and comfortable, they are
suitable for first time kayakers and have plenty of storage capacity for our
expedition gear. They are suitable for the changeable sea conditions and in the
unlikely event of capsize they are surprisingly easy to right; even at sea you
would be back on board and paddling in no time.
INDIVIDUAL
EQUIPMENT
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16/07/2023 | 25/07/2023 | $3,895 £2,999 |
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06/08/2023 | 15/08/2023 | $3,895 £2,999 |
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14/07/2024 | 23/07/2024 | $4,545 £3,499 |
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28/07/2024 | 06/08/2024 | $4,545 £3,499 |
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11/08/2024 | 20/08/2024 | $4,545 £3,499 |
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