Abundant wildlife, spectacular zodiac cruises
by Peter Ras
Departure in July 2022
by Peter Ras
Departure in July 2022
Region: Arctic
Destinations: Svalbard
Ship: m/v Plancius
Highlights: Arctic Fox, Beluga Whale, Arctic Tern, Barnacle Goose, Blue Whale, Fin Whale, Harp Seal, Kittiwake, Minke Whale, Polar Bear, Walrus, Bearded Seal, Little Auk, Thick-billed Murre, Svalbard reindeer, King Eider, Snow Bunting, Glaucous Gull, Black Guillemot, Long-tailed Jaeger, Fulmar, Ivory Gull, Birding
Abundant wildlife, including 4 polar bears, 2 blue whales, 40+ belugas, arctic foxes, reindeer, ivory gulls, king eider. Very spectacular zodiac cruises near glaciers. Beautuful hikes. Excellent staff. Great views from the Plancius.
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Leave your own review29 May - 31 May, 2025
•Tripcode: HDS01-25
Search for whales, seals, and seabirds on a scenic voyage from our home port of Vlissingen to culturally rich Aberdeen, the "Granite City" of northeast Scotland. White-beaked dolphins, harbour porpoises, minke whales, orcas, and various species of seabird...
from: 300 USD
29 May - 16 Jun, 2025
•Tripcode: HDS01c25
Sailing between our home port of Vlissingen and our most cherished Arctic archipelago, Svalbard, this expedition adventure visits the Scottish port of Aberdeen, the islands of Fair Isle and Jan Mayen, and the amazing Spitsbergen ice edge, giving you...
from: 6000 USD
29 May - 9 Jun, 2025
•Tripcode: HDS01a25
Search for whales, and other Arctic wildlife of the land, sea, and air on an adventurous voyage from our home port of Vlissingen to our favorite Arctic island group.
from: 3200 USD
31 May - 9 Jun, 2025
•Tripcode: HDS01b25
Venture into the Arctic Ocean on your way to Fair Isle and Jan Mayen, the first known for its knitwear and the second for its stark volcanic scenery. Wildlife sightings may include grey seals, various seabirds, and whales such as minke, fin, orca, and...
from: 2900 USD
31 May - 16 Jun, 2025
•Tripcode: HDS01d25
Sailing between the Scottish port of Aberdeen and our most cherished Arctic archipelago, Svalbard, this expedition adventure visits the islands of Fair Isle and Jan Mayen, and the amazing Spitsbergen ice edge, giving you the chance to search for whales,...
from: 5760 USD