STAGE 9.3
29.06—08.07
🇳🇴 Polar Norway to Svalbard
A significant ocean passage from mainland Norway to the Svalbard archipelago. From the vibrant Arctic city of Tromsø, we sail north through increasingly polar waters to reach the remote wilderness of Svalbard.
9 days
3600 €
Start/Finish Cities and Airports:
🇳🇴 Tromsø [TOS]
🇳🇴 Longyearbyen [LYR]
🇳🇴 Longyearbyen [LYR]
Approximate
step by step route:
- Tromsø → Hammerfest, 150 nm
- Hammerfest → Bear Island, 250 nm
- Bear Island → Hornsund, 180 nm
- Hornsund → Longyearbyen, 120 nm
difficulty of this stage
is 4 out of 5
That means you should be prepared for challenging conditions. It comes with possibilities of strong wind, big waves, low temperature, and offshore passages for a couple of days.
The 700-mile journey includes a significant offshore passage through Arctic waters. While summer brings relatively stable conditions and permanent daylight, this remains a serious ocean crossing requiring careful preparation.
The 700-mile journey includes a significant offshore passage through Arctic waters. While summer brings relatively stable conditions and permanent daylight, this remains a serious ocean crossing requiring careful preparation.
TRAVEL STYLE
Long offshore passage combined with coastal exploration of northern Norway and Svalbard, sailing through increasingly Arctic waters.
COST
Accommodation:
Operations:
Support&Expertise:
- Twin/double cabin with quality bedding and towels
- Personal safety gear (lifejackets, lifelines, personal locator beacons)
- Xploration welcome pack with branded items
Operations:
- All marinas and ports fees
- Documentation and permits
- Fuel for yacht, tender and galley
Support&Expertise:
- Captain with extensive high-latitude sailing experience
- Professional first mate (muse of our boat)
- Well-stocked pantry essentials
- Optional sailing skills coaching
- Getting to the boat and back (airplane tickets, trains, taxi, etc)
- Food onboard (shared with all the team, approx. 30 EUR/ day)
- Any additional costs outside (restaurants, museums, souvenirs, etc.)
- Personal insurance
NOT INCLUDED
INCLUDED
ROUTE
HIGHLIGHTS
The main fjord system of Svalbard, leading to Longyearbyen. Wide waters surrounded by glacier fronts and snow-capped peaks offer chances to spot Arctic wildlife.
First contact with Svalbard's unique landscape of glaciers and mountains rising directly from the sea. Historic trappers' huts dot the coastline.
A solitary outpost halfway between Norway and Svalbard. This rarely visited nature reserve hosts massive colonies of seabirds on its dramatic cliffs, though landing is weather-dependent.
The world's northernmost city with a rich polar history. This historic base for Arctic expeditions offers the last glimpse of mainland civilization before heading north.
Isfjorden
South Spitsbergen
Bear Island
Hammerfest
Navigation:
A complex mix of coastal and offshore navigation in high latitudes. The long offshore passage requires careful weather routing and ice monitoring. Though summer conditions are generally ice-free, vigilant watch-keeping is essential. Constant daylight allows for continuous navigation.
Natural Heritage:
The transition from continental to Arctic environments is dramatic. Marine mammals become more frequent as we head north, with possibilities to observe whales, seals, and eventually polar bears. Bird life is especially rich around Bear Island and the Svalbard coast.
Cultural Immersion:
Moving into truly polar waters brings unique meteorological conditions. Understanding and adapting to Arctic weather patterns becomes crucial. Despite being summer, conditions can still include near-freezing temperatures and sudden weather changes.
Arctic Life:
Following historic routes of polar explorers, we gain firsthand experience of high-latitude sailing. The gradual transition from populated coast to Arctic wilderness offers insights into the challenges and rewards of polar navigation.
Experience Details
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