June 18th -28th 2026

Arrival Destination:

Longyearbyen, Svalbard

Max. Group Size:

9 Guests-

Price Per Person: $13,900.00

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About the Tour

A special experience for photographers in Svalbard. I will only be taking 9 guests, that leaves each guest plenty of room to move about. I am on a new ship it is an ice-class hull, and dependable engine will be harnessed to transport guests to remote, ice-laden regions of the world..  This means, with the new rules for polar bear viewing, we will up in the ice.

This is an expedition tour, which means, there is not a set itinerary, we will go where we think the best photographic opportunities are at that time. We might head up to the ice pack or make landings along the way. When we do landings, we will be accompanied by 2 expert guides, as we are in polar bear country. Some of you might want to do a hike while others may prefer to stick closer to the shore and photograph. This can be done but in 2 groups, one hiking, and one beach. The main fitness is getting in and out of a the zodiac and walking along shore.

Wildlife

Wildlife in Svalbard is of a wondrous nature but never guaranteed. Most animals people hope to try and see are polar bears, reindeer, arctic fox, seals , whales, puffins, walrus and a multitude of sea birds. The scenery in that location is breathtaking and moody, 60 % of the island is glaciated. West coast landscape is alpine with pointed mountains, and the northern and eastern side are more wide open with plateau shaped mountains. The Svalbard walrus population was hunted to near extinction hundreds of years ago and remains Red Listed (Vulnerable) today. Surveys at haul out sites shows their numbers are increasing. Bearded seals are the largest species of Arctic seal. They grow to lengths of about 7 to 8 feet and range from about 575 to 800 pounds. Wildlife viewing can be down from either the yacht or the zodiacs when we cruise, and from our landings. We will not land if a polar bear is also on the land. Ensuring your safety and convenience, our new fleet of Zodiacs comprises 5.3m military-grade inflatable boats, equipped with 60HP outboard engines. These reliable vessels will transport you from the ship to shore, facilitate breathtaking encounters with glacier faces, and position you in front of mesmerizing Humpback whale migrations. 

Lodging

The cabins are spacious cabins with private bathroom will be a cozy home during our voyage. 5 of the cabins has side by side berths. The cabins has a good heating system and each cabin can regulate their temperature. One of the cabins has a upper and lower berth. This cabin also has a private bathroom. The size is a little smaller than the other cabins.  All guest cabins will have their own private bathroom and shower. They are refurbished and brand new this for 2025. The spacious cabins are equipped with multiple 230V electrical sockets for all photography and videographer recharging needs.  The lounge on top of the upper deck has windows on both sides and a access directly from the cabins inside to the lounge. The lounge will be used as a sitting area, presentations and dining.

Important Note

This is a photographic tour,  not a workshop, things will happen fast at times, you will need to have some knowledge of how to operate your camera.  And with 24 hours of daylight, you never know when something will pop up.  Even though I am helping with the settings, you should be familiar with your camera, and have patience.

Experience

I have worked in Svalbard on expedition ships since 2013. I have been running my own tours there for 4 years now.

Our Itinerary

Pricing Details

Per person =$13,900.00

See below for deposit information

Important Information

Deposit

Payment in of of $2,500.00 is required to hold your spot now. Please review our Terms & Conditions before inquiring about a reservation. Please note: We reserve the right to decline your deposit if we feel you aren’t able to meet the physical requirements of the trip.   Travel Insurance     You must have travel insurance and show proof to be on this tour. More information listed in Terms and Conditions. I will e mail you several companies you can pick from if you don’t have one