Around Spitsbergen, In the Realm of the Polar Bear and ice
by Anna Weatherstone
Departure in June 2024
Region: Arctic
Destinations: Svalbard
Ship: m/v Hondius
Highlights: Beluga Whale, Arctic Tern, Barnacle Goose, Fin Whale, Humpback Whale, Kittiwake, Polar Bear, Atlantic puffin, Walrus, Bearded Seal, Northern Gannet, Thick-billed Murre, Svalbard reindeer, Snow Bunting, Glaucous Gull, Black Guillemot, Parasitic Jaeger, Hiking, Birding
This was a most amazing experience - landscape, glaciers, wildlife and tiny plants were awe inspiring. I loved the ice and seeing a polar bear on the ice was my highlight among many highlights. The silence and remoteness was life changing. We never wanted for anything - both crew and guides were marvelous; the former with comfort and wonderful food; the latter offering great activities, the sharing of their knowledge and care and concern for the environment. A superb team.
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