There’s never been a better time for your first trip to the Svalbard Islands. Have you ever dreamt of exploring somewhere genuinely unique? Where only a few brave adventurers and explorers have ever been before? Then a Svalbard trip is what you’ve been searching for. Read our Svalbard travel guide to discover five ways traveling there with Swan Hellenic will change you forever.
You’ll see everything differently
When it comes to Svalbard tourism, cruising there with Swan Hellenic offers one-of-a-kind experiences. Exploring the Svalbard islands – in places most people could never even imagine – will give you a whole new perspective on life. We’ll take you to extra unique places where other ships can’t go. We’re committed to finding new areas to explore, so every day is a true adventure for you. The Arctic wilderness is a magical destination, and it’s sure to have a magical effect on you!
You’ll be touched by wildlife
The Svalbard Islands are an Arctic wildlife hotspot. Getting close to the beautiful creatures there will give you an unforgettable insight into the natural world. Wildlife you could see on your Svalbard trip includes Polar bears, walruses, Beluga whales, narwhals, Svalbard reindeer, Ringed seals, Arctic foxes, and seabirds.
You’ll feel closer to nature
Cruise to Svalbard and the Arctic scenery you see will bring you much closer to nature. Watch huge glaciers calving icebergs. Hike though rugged landscapes bordered by tundra-loving wildflowers. You’ll feel connected to the natural world like never before, and the serene feeling will never quite leave you.
You’ll awaken your inner adventure
Your Svalbard travel guide won’t just show you around, they’ll be exploring with you and be seeing things for the first time, just like you are! The once-in-a-lifetime adventures you have on your Arctic voyage will never fade. You will discover remote places with expert explorers, race through icy waters in a Zodiac boat, explore secluded places where other ships have never been, kayak past towering glaciers and creaking icebergs.
You’ll discover the wonder of life
Our Svalbard islands cruise embraces the essence of expedition travel, offering special, one-off experiences that can’t be planned for. Imagine suddenly seeing a bowhead whale breaching through Arctic waters. Or standing on deck and spotting a polar bear dreaming in the midnight sun. Unexpected moments during your cruise to Svalbard will fill you with an appreciation for all life on Earth. And sharing these special times with friends and family, fellow travellers, and the ship’s crew, is something you’ll never forget!