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PLA09-23, trip log, Around Spitsbergen - in the realm of polar bear & ice
Being in the pack ice, hearing it move, seeing the colors, and feeling the magical atmosphere at the top of the globe is a unique experience
HDS09-23, trip log, Around Spitsbergen, In the realm of polar bear & ice, Cleaning th
From the Zodiacs, the glacier front provided a dramatic and awe-inspiring view, a testament to the power and beauty of nature.
PLA08-23, trip log, Around Spitsbergen - in the realm of polar bear & ice
Fin whales are the second largest animal in the world, only a few meters shorter than a blue whale, and we could clearly hear its blow as it
Svalbard vs. the Canadian Arctic
Svalbard and the Canadian Arctic vary in terms of what they offer expedition travelers. They offer similar scenery, but their remoteness and
PLA07-23, trip log, Around Spitsbergen - in the realm of polar bear & ice
The beauty was all around us! The Arctic landscape was so stunning and diverse.
HDS06-23, trip log, Around Spitsbergen, In the realm of polar bear & ice
Cubs were extremely curious and playful which led to a very exciting sighting.
PLA06-23, trip log, North Spitsbergen, In search of polar bear & pack ice
The pressure was on to find the true king of the Arctic. It had to be somewhere!
HDS05-23, trip log, East Spitsbergen - Summer Solstice
The short and medium hikers stayed closer to the shoreside, watching Reindeer and a Polar Fox going about their business.
PLA05-23, trip log, North Spitsbergen, In search of polar bear & pack ice
To our surprise, there was a walrus lying on an ice floe just right next to our ship.
PLA04-23, trip log, North Spitsbergen, In search of polar bear & birds - Summer Solst
In the afternoon we approached Raudfjorden where there still was a lot of fast ice.
Third World Cruise Awards nomination for Oceanwide Expeditions
We are honored to announce our third nomination for World’s Best Expedition Cruise Line at the third annual World Cruise Awards.
HDS04-23, trip log, North Spitsbergen, In search of polar bear & pack ice
Half of us attend a lecture with Esther to learn about the history of Svalbard, while the other half of us make a landing on Signehamna, and
PLA03-23, trip log, North Spitsbergen, In search of polar bear & pack ice
After departing Longyearbyen, we sailed overnight in a very calm sea towards the fjord where we would undertake our first activities: St. Jo
HDS01-23, trip log, Arctic Ocean Expedition
As we land, Fair Island’s incredible birdlife welcomes us ashore with Arctic terns, fulmars, kittiwakes and puffins.
PLA02-23, trip log, North Spitsbergen, In search of polar bear & pack ice
Our Expedition Leader Ali announced a polar bear sighting! Excited by the news, everyone rushed to the decks.
Oceanwide Expeditions donates €1060 to nature charities
This year we will donate €1,060 to the following conservation charities based on guest reviews: World Wildlife Fund, BirdLife International,
Ignition Nature Moment: Interview with Hubert Neufeld
Sounds of the South delivers scene after scene of stunning landscapes and exotic wildlife encounters.
HDS34-23, trip log, Atlantic Odyssey
After a few sea days, everyone onboard could not wait to arrive in St. Helena. We could see the island appear from the horizon in early morn
Unearthing the Arctic: Interview with Dr. Louis Beyens
We’re thrilled to have Dr. Louis Beyens join us as a guest lecturer on several trips this summer. We talked to him about what he’ll be discu
PLA32A23, trip log, Antarctica - Polar Circle - Deep South Voyage
After a successful afternoon activity, two whales came to say goodbye right next to the ship as we got back on.
OTL29-23, trip log, Antarctica - Polar Circle - Deep South Discovery Voyage
Just as the program laid out, we got on our weatherproof gear and went out in the Zodiacs.
HDS31-23, trip log, Antarctica - Elephant Island - Weddell Sea - Polar Circle
Today we wake up to the most beautiful sunrise reflecting on the mountains.
