Description
About the program – what can I expect?
On request of our previous travellers, we are now proud to present a hiking adventure with M/S Stockholm as our base. In a group of maximum 12 passengers and 2 experienced guides we explore the enchanting world of Svalbard.
As always when you travel with PolarQuest the main goal is to experiences the archipelago’s breath-taking nature and unique wildlife. We plan to head out on shorter and longer hikes on the Arctic tundra. In addition to the hikes we will make Zodiac cruises and other interesting landings. During the shorter hikes we plan to be out for 2-4 hours and up to 6 hours on the longer hikes. If the opportunity arises, we will eat one or a few of our lunches in the middle of the wilderness! Back on board we enjoy a cup of hot chocolate in the ship’s welcoming lounge. If lucky, we will also be treated with some wonderful sunsets.
Since the western part of Svalbard offers many great hiking sites, we will focus on this area at first-hand. Examples on hikes that you might find in the itinerary is top tours as well as walks along the coast. We can never predict which sites we will visit or how many and how long the hikes will be, as the exact route always depends on weather, wind and the wildlife we encounter. Safety always comes first, and we only set out on hikes if the weather and terrain permit.
Who can go on this trip?
Comparing to our general Svalbard expeditions, this trip focuses more on hiking. When opportunities arise, we will head out on hiking tours in a comfortable pace. The length of a hike can be anything from 2 to 6 hours. The terrain varies and can be hilly and rugged, which requires that you are in good physical condition, have good balance and previous hiking experience. All expedition members will have the same program ashore, hence there will be no opportunities to divide the group into smaller groups. Since we are in the land of the polar bear, it is a necessity that you always stay with the group and follow our experienced guides’ instructions. We hope that you will join this unforgettable Arctic adventure! Should you have any questions about the trip, please do not hesitate to contact us.
