Opposite: Aberdeen, spectacular icescapes and puffin encounters. Above: Exploring ashore by Zodiac.
SVALBARD (Region of Norway)
Longyearbyen
Barents Sea
Greenland Sea
Scotland to Spitsbergen: Puffins, Sea Ice and Wildlife
Bear Island
Norwegian Sea
Few itineraries feature such contrasting destinations in a single trip—but our 17-day Scotland to Spitsbergen: Puffins, Sea Ice and Wildlife voyage does just that. You’ll start in Scotland, exploring the Shetland and Orkney Islands—visiting impressive bird colonies and Scottish Neolithic historical sites—then cross the Norwegian Sea to Bear Island, which sits alone and isolated between mainland Norway and Svalbard. Because you’re traveling in May, you’ll encounter plenty of ice in fjords such as Storfjorden, which increases our chances of seeing walruses, polar bears, seals and other wildlife. You will also learn from our special guest ornithologist and historian, who will join us for the entire voyage.
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Helsinki
Shetland Islands
Atlantic Ocean
Orkney Islands
Embarkation Disembarkation
Nature is the tour guide: Sea, ice, and weather conditions may affect your flights and trip itinerary. Embrace the unexpected.
Aberdeen
UNITED KINGDOM
Available Expedition Extension: Helsinki Extension: Glacial Lakes, Ancient Forests and City Lights.
1 departure | 17 days May 2 – 18, 2027 Embark: Aberdeen, Scotland Disembark: Longyearbyen, Svalbard Visit the Expedition Page for details
Charter Flight Longyearbyen to Helsinki Included in Charter Flight & Hotel Package
Ship Ultramarine
Adventure Options See pages 68-69 for more details
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