Svalbard Odyssey on the Sylvia Earle

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    Duration

    12 DAYS
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    Class of Ship

    Midsize Expedition Ship
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    Sustainability

    B-CORP, Climate Neutral, Ship to Shore Power, Science Centre, Dynamic Positioning (DP)
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    Berths

    130
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    Ice Class

    PC6 Rating
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Duration
12 DAYS
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Class of Ship
Midsize Expedition Ship
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Sustainability
B-CORP, Climate Neutral, Ship to Shore Power, Science Centre, Dynamic Positioning (DP)
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Berths
130
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Ice Class
PC6 Rating

Expedition overview and highlights

  • Explore the Svalbard archipelago in depth, with flexible routing that maximises opportunities for wildlife viewing and wilderness exploration

  • Spot iconic Arctic wildlife, including polar bears, walruses, whales, reindeer, and nesting seabirds in their natural habitat

  • Experience the magic of the midnight sun, with extended daylight hours for photography, wildlife viewing, and exploration

  • Travel aboard the Sylvia Earle, a modern expedition vessel offering expert-led Zodiac excursions, lectures, and comfortable accommodations

Wild, windswept, and wonderfully remote, Svalbard is a place where the Arctic feels vast and alive. On this Svalbard Odyssey aboard the Sylvia Earle, you’ll journey deep into a land of sculpted glaciers, rugged fjords, and pack ice drifting beneath the midnight sun. With flexible itineraries that respond to nature’s rhythm, this expedition cruise offers the chance to encounter polar bears, walruses, whales, and seabird colonies in their natural habitat. From silent zodiac cruises to tundra walks led by expert guides, every moment brings you closer to the raw beauty and fascinating ecology of the High Arctic. It’s an unforgettable voyage through one of the world’s last true wildernesses.

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