Reviews

Great trip

by Elizabeth Fain

The expedition leader, Phillip, was really great, as were all the guides. My group kayaked every day with Alexis, who took us to wonderful places and was very knowledgeable. The boat accommodations, the food, the entire staff were wonderful.

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Incredible Experience

by Linda Prendergast

The Arctic cruise exceeded all expectations. The ship, crew and guides were wonderful, and everyone worked hard to make sure we got to see as much wildlife as we could and kept everyone safe and comfortable. I would highly recommend this adventure.

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The best

by Renée van den Berge

A service, engagement & knowledge that makes the the team of Ocean Wide the number one!

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From Aberdeen to Arctic

by Julia Garner

This expedition exceeded all our expectations. We went to experience the Arctic and that's what we did. The pack ice, views, wildlife ...all wonderful. Fair Isle was uncharacteristically hot in the British heat wave - the puffins and skuas on form. Jan Mayen was experienced as it should be - wet and wild. The pack ice was just stunning - so inspirational for art work and Svalbard - wow - field sketching at 2am in the morning - it just had to be done! The landings were all exciting and to see polar bears, whales, walruses - brilliant. The blue fulmars accompanied us in the north and are now a favourite - little albatrosses of the north. The ship, staff, lectures - all splendid and the food was wonderful! Thank you for the most amazing experience - we'll be back!

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Passion for the polar regions

by Berend Rieckmann

A thousand thanks for this unique trip with the Hondius! Your passion, your expertise, your amazing expedition leaders, the amazing Hondius and the whole team made this trip to Svalbard an unforgettable event. See you in Antarctica!

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Best trip ever!

by Edzard Valk

A beautiful ship, kind and knowledgeable expedition team, lead by lovely Sarah, beautiful calm weather, great destinations (Aberdeen, Fair Isle, Jan Mayen, Packice, Svalbard), spotting of two (!) polar bears and numerous seals, Walrusses, spectacular landings, one on floating ice(!), delicious food, great bbq on back of the ship with quiet a view over the packice, very kind staf, and last but not least Bill (William Smith), a one of a kind!

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Thrilling arctic adventure

by Shaun Robson

Our trip from Aberdeen to Svalbard via Fair Isle, Jan Mayen and the Greenland drift ice was spectacular. Everyday contained a memorable event, the wildlife watching was constantly inspiring and it was hard to find time to sleep. On board the ship, staff, food, cabin were all perfect. We will be back. Fantastic.

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In search of polar bear and pack ice

by mick woodford

the trip did not live up to the title, no pack ice and a single bear at a range of 3km !

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An amazing adventure!

by Marie Smith

This expedition exceeded all my expectations. I loved the trip from start to finish. The little surprises along the way made it exciting while the varied programme kept my interest. I have already been sharing the Web links with friends as they are all asking following my Facebook update on our trip. Thank to all the team on the Honduis. You made our holiday!

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Great trip

by My Nguyen

Wonderful trip. Amazing staff on the boat and the expedition team was absolutely fantastic. We would definitely want go on future trip with OceanWide.

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Wonderful Trip to the Arctic Aboard the Hondius

by Cindy Tether

Wonderful staff - friendly, competent and engaging. Terrific food in abundance! Spotless ship. Pristine and gorgeous landscape ! Than you, Oceanwide Expeditions!!!

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Reise nach Nord-West-Spitzbergen

by Michael Popp

Wir hatten 10 unvergessliche Tage an Bord der Rembrandt van Rijn und unsere Erwartungen wurden teilweise mehr als erfüllt. Einen besonderen Dank gilt der Crew um Kapitän Hans Joachim und den Guides Jordi und Fritz, welche mit seemännischem Können und sehr fundiertem Wissen stets für neue Eindrücke und Informationen sorgten. Nochmals herzlichen Dank Bettina und Michael

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Hondius - North Spitsbergen. June 23.

by Deborah Peck

Amazing trip to the high Arctic. Beautiful scenery. The wildlife encounters were truly spectacular, we kept at a sensible distance so they were not disturbed. Zodiac cruises were fun but still had quiet moments just to enjoy natures sounds. Great ship with wonderful and knowledgeable staff. Extraordinary part of the world.

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Amazing arctic ocean expedition from Vlissingen to Spitsbergen

by Caroline Hezemans

Excellent trip with lots of wildlife and great staff. Highlight: seeing the polar bear on the pack ice and make our ownn landing on the pack ice. Phantastic to receive the trip log afterwards to keep our memories alive!

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