The Arctic
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Discover The Arctic.
The Arctic is a polar region located at the northernmost part of Earth. The Arctic consists of the Arctic Ocean, adjacent seas, and parts of Alaska, Finland, Greenland, Iceland, Northern Canada, Norway, Russia, and Sweden.
Venture to the top of the world.
This is the Arctic – this is adventure. Elusive polar bears plod along ice floes, birds circle and soar over Spitsbergen while mighty glaciers crash into the sea.
Roaming polar bears, lounging seals, grazing reindeer, and colonies of birds all co-exist in this harsh land we dare only to explore a few months of the year.
Why Visit?
If you think the UK is cold during winter, experience it here! It’s your chance to see the wildlife that many only see on the David Attenborough Wildlife “Frozen Planet” series! It's your chance to spot the majestic Polar Bear in its natural environment.
Nearest Airports
Svalbard Airport, Longyearbyen Airport (LYR), serves the island of Spitsbergen, located on the Arctic Svalbard archipelago of Norway.
Best For
From close-up encounters with icebergs and glaciers to the region’s plentiful wildlife, this is a voyage of non-stop highlights. Always on the lookout for wildlife that live in this polar wilderness, you’ll explore this landscape not only by ship but also on foot and via Zodiac.
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