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Four unique Arctic regions - from impressive icebergs to iconic wildlife to traditional Inuit culture and more
Our Arctic adventure begins in Oslo, where you may arrive at any time during Day 1 of the itinerary. Upon arriving in this splendid capital city, known for its green spaces and museums, you will check into your included airport hotel.
This morning, the group will transfer to the airport and board our private charter flight to Longyearbyen, Spitsbergen’s largest settlement. As you embark this afternoon, enjoy great views of the mountainous landscape that serves as a backdrop for this seaside town.
Exploring Spitsbergen, the largest island in the Norwegian Svalbard archipelago, rewards you with abundant wildlife and austere beauty. Here, you’ll visit spectacular glacier fronts and steep-walled fjords, with walrus, Polar bears and Svalbard reindeer amongst your possible wildlife sightings. Birders will be thrilled to see Arctic terns, skuas, Long-tailed ducks, kittiwakes and Ivory gulls. If conditions permit, we could sail within 10 degrees of the North Pole!
While sailing south through the historic Greenland Sea toward Jan Mayen, the Expedition Team will keep you informed with presentations about the storied history and politics of the Arctic, its fascinating wildlife, geology, ecology and climate, and the incredible sights you will soon explore. On deck, you’ll learn to identify seabirds “on the wing.” The team will also keep a lookout for the whales that frequent the waters here.
North of the Arctic Circle, about 280 miles (450 km) east of Greenland and 340 miles (550 km) north of Iceland, is the mysterious Jan Mayen, deep in the North Atlantic Ocean. Often shrouded in thick fog, the small mountainous island was declared a nature reserve in 2010 and is rarely visited, save for the 18 rotating personnel of the Norwegian military and Norwegian Meteorological Institute, who are the only inhabitants. Landing here will be dictated by the weather and sea. If conditions allow, as we approach, keep watch on deck as the spoon-shaped island’s highest summit emerges. At 7,470 feet (2,277 metres) high, the breathtaking Beerenberg volcano features a symmetrical cone shape and impressive glaciers that spill into the sea. If we’re fortunate, we may get a close-up view of the volcano and the stratified cliffs of the spectacular north coast as we Zodiac cruise around the island, searching for wildlife. Designated an Important Bird Area by BirdLife International for the large numbers of breeding seabirds, Jan Mayen supports colonies of Northern fulmars, Little auks, Glaucous gulls, kittiwakes, and Black and Brünnich’s guillemots (Thick-billed murres).
Our tour of Scoresbysund—the largest, deepest and, some say, most beautiful multi-armed fjord system in the world—will offer plenty of opportunities to explore ashore or by Zodiac cruise. At one moment you’ll be stepping back in time, exploring the remains of ancient Thule settlements with views of icebergs and towering mountains rising straight out of the sea, and the next you’ll be immersed in contemporary culture, meeting the locals and gaining an appreciation for their way of life in Ittoqqortoormiit, Greenland’s most remote community. At the mouth of the sound, this remote settlement boasts a blend of traditional and modern lifestyles and is actually closer to Iceland than it is to its nearest Greenlandic neighbors to the southwest. Here, you’ll have the chance to support local Inuit artisans by purchasing unique handicrafts. In terms of wildlife, grazing Musk ox are a possible sight, as 40 percent of the world’s Musk ox population lives in this region. Polar bear sightings are also a remote possibility, as are encounters with more elusive Arctic wildlife, such as the Arctic hare. Seabirds to watch out for nesting atop the steep cliffs of the sound include Little auks, fulmars and guillemots.
As we cruise south, the Denmark Strait is your pathway toward Iceland. Take in a lecture, share your photos, sip an icy cocktail in the bar or watch a movie—there are many things to do during your time at sea. The Expedition Team will also be on hand to answer any questions and point out wildlife.
You’ll disembark in Reykjavik, Iceland’s capital, at the end of your journey. If you have booked post-expedition accommodation, we provide a transfer to a central downtown location.
* 16 nights on the ship, 1 night hotel in Oslo
* Expedition cruising in comfortable conditions
All meals while on the ship included.
*Typical Meals*
The ships galley offers good quality service and cuisine throughout, with
excellent chefs preparing international menus including vegetarian dishes,
accompanied by a wide variety of drinks from around the world on sale.
*Breakfast:* Buffet style – unlimited tea and coffee, a selection of fruit
juices, hot options including bacon and eggs or omelettes, a selection of
bread and toast and jam/honey/marmalade, fruit and cereal.
*Lunch:* Three course set meal, or the occasional buffet or BBQ.
*Dinner: *Three courses with a starter of soup, salad or anti-pasto, a
choice of three mains with at least one vegetarian and one seafood option and
a dessert of sweet pudding or ice cream or fruit, tea and coffee.
* 16 nights on the ship, 1 night hotel in Oslo
* Expedition cruising in comfortable conditions
*Travelling Conditions*
The voyages are designed to be as flexible as possible, taking advantage of
circumstances and events as they occur, as well as passengers' wishes and
particular interests wherever possible. The atmosphere on board is relaxed
and friendly with expedition staff, including naturalists and Polar experts,
on hand and the opportunity to mingle with people from all over the world.
The ship is kept warm, clean and comfortable with a wet/mud room in which to
hang gear and store boots ready for the next adventure.
On the Zodiac cruises you are sitting still for most of the time with the
potential for some sea spray and a cold headwind - if you are not dressed
appropriately you will get cold. On the shore excursions, the majority of
landings are wet which means that the Zodiacs beach and you are helped to
slide into the ankle deep shore break before walking up onto dry land
(wellington boots are issued to all passengers). There are, of course, no
paths, so be prepared for slippery, rough terrain and sometimes fairly deep
snow. Back on board the cosy ship after each adventure, you can have a sauna
and/or a hot shower and then relax with a tea, coffee, hot chocolate or
something stronger from the bar.
*Optional activities*
*Sea kayaking option:*
Kayaking in the Arctic is probably one of the most intimate and inspiring
ways you can explore the rugged coastlines and calm bays of the regions we
visit.
Kayaking in the Polar Regions is highly weather-dependent, however we
guarantee at least one outing throughout your voyage, but your kayak guides
will take you out as many times as possible throughout your voyage.
Offered on most Arctic voyages, spaces are limited and require some kayaking
experience. All equipment, guides and instructions are provided by Quark.
*Paddling Excursion: *
Explore the ocean from a more intimate vantage point on a sit-on-top kayak.
No experience is required to manoeuvre these very stable kayaks, allowing you
to enjoy an unforgettable experience on the water, taking in breathtaking
landscapes and wildlife. Whether it’s your first time in a kayak or you
want greater flexibility to try other Adventure options, this shorter
excursion is for you.
Paddling in the Polar Regions is highly weather-dependent and a one-time
experience. Your kayak guides will attempt to take you out on the water for
1-1.5 hours of paddling. Offered on most voyages, spaces are limited. All
equipment, guides and instructions are provided by Quark.
*Polar Itineraries*
All Polar itineraries should be treated as a guide only - it is possible
that, amongst other things, the capricious nature of wind, visibility and
ice, intelligence from previous sailings, changes in local landing
regulations or the expert opinion of the crew onboard may lead to adjustments
to the route published.
*Booking Conditions*
Please note that the booking conditions for this trip differ from our
standard conditions.
As with all Polar holidays and voyages, the required deposit is 20% per
person of your selected travel arrangements (minimum £1000 per person or
equivalent) and the balance of the price of your travel arrangements must be
paid at least 133 days before your departure date. The deposit is
non-refundable, and at 133 days before departure date, our cancellation
penalties are 100% of the holiday cost.
Ocean Adventurer
The *Four Arctic Islands: Spitsbergen, Jan Mayen, Greenland and
Iceland** *voyage is offered on the *Ocean Adventurer *which is a Polar
Adventure Ship. One night in a standard hotel in Oslo is included. Full board
accommodation on the ship, generally on a twin share basis in a variety of
cabin types, all with en suite facilities. Please visit the Polar
Fleet page [1] for Ship Information and Deck Plans.
*Polar Adventure Ships*
These are small ice rated vessels well qualified for Polar waters. Intimate
adventures are always more enjoyable with like-minded passengers and staff,
so these voyages are for people who like flexible itineraries and plenty to
keep them busy. Activities include frequent Zodiac excursions, trekking,
kayaking and many hours on deck in areas that other ships only dream about
accessing. Food and staff are superb and every guest benefits from the
technical advances of this superb fleet. Rest assured our Polar Adventure
Ships enable any traveller to maximize their experience sensitively in the
Poles.
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The Exodus group forms part of the ship’s complement (max of approx. 100),
enjoying the relaxed, intimate and informal atmosphere, which breaks into
smaller groups to facilitate the frequent excursions. We offer these cruises
in conjunction with our partner, Quark Expeditions, and Exodus participants
will join an international group, not all of whom have booked through Exodus.
Occasionally some of these may be younger than 12 years old, the Exodus'
stated minimum age for this trip. We work with many fine Expedition Leaders
and Polar Experts, bringing a diversity of interests including zoology, Polar
history, geology, ornithology and ocean sciences. The ship’s operating crew
is Russian and have many years of experience in Polar Regions and are
committed to ensuring a safe and memorable journey. Each day your cabin will
be serviced by the housekeeping crew, and your meals served by the friendly
and attentive restaurant staff. There is also a resident medical officer.
All meals while on the ship included.
*Typical Meals*
The ships galley offers good quality service and cuisine throughout, with
excellent chefs preparing international menus including vegetarian dishes,
accompanied by a wide variety of drinks from around the world on sale.
*Breakfast:* Buffet style – unlimited tea and coffee, a selection of fruit
juices, hot options including bacon and eggs or omelettes, a selection of
bread and toast and jam/honey/marmalade, fruit and cereal.
*Lunch:* Three course set meal, or the occasional buffet or BBQ.
*Dinner: *Three courses with a starter of soup, salad or anti-pasto, a
choice of three mains with at least one vegetarian and one seafood option and
a dessert of sweet pudding or ice cream or fruit, tea and coffee.
During the expedition, you will visit remote and isolated sites that are
accessible only by Zodiac landing craft. Designed for expedition work, these
large and heavy-duty inflatable vessels are extremely safe.
*Travelling land only: 18 days starting in Oslo and ending in Reykjavik*
Your trip normally starts at our hotel in Oslo in the afternoon of Day 1 of
the itinerary. Details of how to reach the start point are provided in the
Final Joining Instructions - sent approximately two weeks before departure.
Spitsbergen has a short season from mid June to mid August; and there is 24
hour daylight in all three months. There may be more sea ice in the earlier
months and some more flowers, but in reality with the capricious nature of
the weather and wildlife there is not much to choose between different dates.
Greenland has an Arctic climate with average temperatures that do not exceed
10° C in the warmest summer months. However, the conditions in the coastal
regions of the Arctic during the northern summer are both mild and
changeable. Enjoyable sunny days can swiftly change to cold, windy storms
with snow flurries and rolling seas. Average daily temperatures in mid-season
are between -4 and +2 Celsius; however, wind conditions can make it seem
colder. It is common that you will experience daytime temperatures below
freezing.
Boots – Rubber boots are essential for a Polar expedition, but to eliminate
these from your packing list we will loan you a pair for the duration of the
voyage.
Parkas – A complementary Quark parka will be provided on the ship.
Trousers – Waterproof trousers are essential for Zodiac travel as well as
activities on shore.
Gloves – To keep your hands warm and dry, pack a minimum of two pairs of
gloves: a pair of thin polypropylene gloves to be worn underneath warm outer
gloves.
Hat and Scarf – Pack a warm, woollen hat or cap that covers your ears, as
well as a scarf, neck gaiter or other face protection.
Socks – For maximum warmth, we suggest that you wear two pairs of socks to
wear inside the rubber boots.
Outer Clothing – Pack woollen or fleece jumpers and tops, plus several
turtlenecks for layering.
Underclothing – Pack silk or polypropylene underwear since it will keep you
warm without adding bulk.
Knapsack or Backpack – To keep your hands free for shooting photograph,
bring a water resistant or waterproof knapsack or backpack.
Shoes – Non-slip shoes for walking around the vessel.
Swimsuit
Sunglasses
Binoculars
Camera, extra batteries, film or memory cards
Protective sunscreen
Electric converter with adapter plug set
Small medical kit containing prescription medicines and over-the-counter
medication for basic ailments such as stomach upsets, allergies, headaches
and seasickness
Snow poles or trekking poles
On board the ships all transactions are in US dollars.
At the conclusion of your voyage, you will be presented with an account. This
will include any drinks from the bar, laundry or ship’s shop purchases for
which you have signed. You may pay for this in US Dollars cash, credit card
(Visa or MasterCard ONLY) or US dollars Traveller’s Cheques.
*Please note:* on the last evening, once your ship account has been settled,
credit card payments are no longer accepted. It is therefore advisable to
bring at least some US$ cash if you wish to purchase drinks from the bar or
any items from the on board shop at this time.
The appropriate amount to tip the staff and crew is a personal matter but it
is customary to provide an end-of-cruise gratuity (as a rough guide
approximately US$13-15 per day per passenger would be appreciated)
* Travel insurance
* Single accommodation (available on request)
* Visas or vaccinations
* Mandatory transfer package (including charter flights Oslo to
Longyearbyen) which is from £600 per person (or equivalent in booking
currency) paid on booking
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