Svalbard, Groenlândia e Islândia: odisseia ártica

The voyage begins in Longyearbyen, sailing out through Isfjorden to explore the dramatic fjords, glaciers and wildlife-rich coastlines of northwestern Spitsbergen, including the research settlement of Ny Ålesund. From Svalbard, the route crosses the Greenland Sea toward East Greenland, where exploration focuses on the vast fjord systems of Franz Josef Fjord, Kong Oscar Fjord and Scoresby Sund within Northeast Greenland National Park, with a visit to the remote Inuit community of Ittoqqortoormiit. The journey then continues south across Denmark Strait to Iceland, visiting the rugged Westfjords before concluding in Reykjavík

Dia 1 (31 de julho): Chegada a Longyearbyen, Svalbard (noite no hotel)

Welcome to Longyearbyen, the administrative center of Svalbard and starting point of our Arctic expedition! At the Longyearbyen airport, you will be greeted by our staff and transferred to a quality hotel, which has been arranged by us and is included in the price of the itinerary. You will then be free to explore the charming, walkable town center.

We recommend starting your discovery of this fascinating Norwegian High Arctic territory at the excellent Svalbard Museum, where you can also purchase hard-to-find polar books and maps. Afterward, you can enjoy an excellent dinner at one of Longyearbyen’s many delightful restaurants. If you are still awake at midnight, you will notice the sun has not set. In fact, the sun will not set for the entire duration of our time in Svalbard.

Dia 2 (1º de agosto): bem-vindo a bordo!

After breakfast at your hotel, the morning is yours to enjoy Longyearbyen. Take in the views of icy fjords and glaciated mountains surrounding this historic former coal-mining town. Take advantage of shopping for souvenirs or some last-minute necessities such as cold-weather gear. Just remember, you will soon receive your very own parka to keep and waterproof boots to borrow on board the ship. For lunch, Longyearbyen offers quick and easy meal options including the most northerly pizzas and kebabs in the world.

In the afternoon, you will be transferred to the pier where we will warmly welcome you aboard the deluxe expedition vessel M/V Sea Spirit. Get settled in your spacious suite and explore the ship that will be your comfortable home during the extraordinary adventure to come. After getting underway, a full schedule of events kicks off with informative briefings and introductions from your expedition staff. After the first of many delicious dinners on board, step out onto the open decks to admire the gorgeous scenery in 24-hour daylight as we pass through the wildlife-rich waters of Isfjorden.

Dias 3 a 5 (2 a 4 de agosto): Exploração de Svalbard

Svalbard is a true High Arctic wilderness and this part of the voyage is a real expedition. Our route and exploration opportunities here are heavily dependent on the weather and sea ice conditions we encounter. Our experienced captain and expedition leader decide the itinerary and continually adjust plans as conditions and opportunities warrant. You can be sure that the best possible advantage will be taken of the circumstances presented to us by Nature in this wild and remote corner of the Arctic.

We anticipate exploring in the northwestern part of the island of Spitsbergen. This area contains the archipelago’s most impressive scenery and some of the Arctic’s best wildlife viewing opportunities. Deep fjords and narrow channels are flanked by jagged snowy mountain peaks. Immense tidewater glaciers calve icebergs into turquoise waters. Fields of flowering tundra are home to grazing reindeer and playful Arctic fox. Bountiful inshore and offshore waters are home to a wide variety of marine mammals. Polar Bears can be spotted anytime, anywhere in and around Svalbard.

Also in this area is Ny Ålesund, a former mining town that is now home to an international community of Arctic researchers, complete with museum, gift shop, and post office. This was also a staging area for historic attempts to discover the North Pole.

Dias 6 e 7 (5 e 6 de agosto): Travessia do Mar da Groenlândia

From Svalbard we head southwest across the Greenland Sea toward East Greenland. In these far northern latitudes it is possible to encounter sea ice any time of the year. All along the way we remain vigilant for sightings of marine mammals such as whales and seals.

Dias 8 a 11 (7 a 10 de agosto): Exploração do leste da Groenlândia

This is expedition cruising at its most authentic. Our itinerary and exploration opportunities in East Greenland are dependent on weather and sea ice conditions. Again you can be sure that our experienced captain and expedition leader will take advantage of every opportunity to experience excellent wildlife viewing, to discover incredible scenery, and to go ashore wherever possible.

The Franz Josef Fjord and Kong Oscar Fjord systems are part of Northeast Greenland National Park, the world’s largest national park. Scoresby Sund is the largest and longest fjord system in the world. We anticipate exploring these fjord systems to the extent made possible by ever-changing ice conditions.

This whole area contains some of the Arctic’s most impressive scenery. Deep fjords and narrow channels, flanked by ice-clad peaks up to 2000 meters high, reach far into the mountainous heart of Greenland. Tidewater glaciers create colossal icebergs that float with wind and tide throughout the fjord system. On shore, fields of multicolored tundra are home to musk oxen and Arctic hare. The landscape—vast, open, and seemingly untouched since the beginning of time—is a hikers’ paradise. Throughout this area we also find ancient Thule archeological sites, historical trappers’ huts, and modern Inuit hunters’ cabins.

The Inuit village of Ittoqqortoormiit is the only permanent settlement in the region. The community boasts an excellent museum, a gift shop, a post office, an abundance of Greenlandic sled dogs, and of course the opportunity to meet Inuit people.

The days are filled with memorable excursions, sumptuous meals, presentations by our experts, and enough stunning scenery to fill your camera and overwhelm your emotions. Each night brings new possibilities for incredible displays of aurora borealis—the Northern Lights. This is the perfect time and one of the world’s best places to experience this otherworldly celestial phenomenon.

Dia 12 (11 de agosto): cruzando o Estreito da Dinamarca

After our amazing time in East Greenland we cross Denmark Strait toward Iceland, crossing the Arctic Circle on the way. Presentations and workshops by our expert staff, as well as our range of onboard recreation facilities, ensure that this day at sea is not idly spent. Seabird viewing and whale sightings can be enjoyed from panoramic open decks as well as exterior stateroom windows and balconies.

Dia 13 (12 de agosto): Fiordes do Oeste, Islândia

The Vestfirðir (Westfjords) of Iceland is a sparsely populated region characterized by rugged mountains and a deeply indented, crenulated coastline. Despite its dramatic beauty, it receives only 10% of Iceland’s visitors. The deep fjords are home to whales, while estuaries abound with seals and rich birdlife.

Dia 14 (13 de agosto): desembarque em Reykjavík, Islândia

After breakfast we say farewell in Reykjavík, the capital of Iceland and ending point of our expedition. We provide a transfer to the airport or to the city center if you wish to spend another day or more in Iceland before flying home.

Reykjavík is home to a wealth of cultural institutions such as museums, galleries, and the Hallgrímskirkja church. Leisure possibilities inside the city include parks, gardens, and thermal baths. You can also take advantage of Reykjavík’s wide range of shopping possibilities, excellent dining options, and famous nightlife. And of course the entire country of Iceland is accessible through day tours or longer journeys by rental car. The options for additional adventures are endless!

O que está incluído

• 1 noite de hotel antes da viagem, no Dia 1, em Longyearbyen;
• Traslado em grupo do aeroporto ao hotel no Dia 1;
• Traslado em grupo até o navio para o embarque no Dia 2;
• Acomodação aconchegante a bordo do elegante Sea Spirit, sua casa longe de casa;
• Refeições gourmet deliciosas preparadas pelo nosso chef durante toda a viagem;
• Estação de chá e café 24 horas, com biscoitos para uma rápida reposição de energia;
• Desembarques e excursões programados (se o tempo permitir) para explorar paisagens de tirar o fôlego;
• Liderança especializada do nosso experiente líder de expedição e de uma equipe de expedição de primeira;
• Uma elegante parka da marca Poseidon Expeditions para levar para casa como lembrança;
• Botas de borracha confortáveis para os desembarques durante o cruzeiro;
• Pacote de bebidas all inclusive, com refrigerantes, vinho e cerveja da casa e destilados da casa
• Material completo pré-embarque para preparar você para a sua aventura;
• Traslado em grupo ao aeroporto ou a um ponto central logo após o desembarque;
• Um diário de viagem digital com fotos e um vídeo memorável do fotógrafo da expedição;
• Wi-Fi a bordo para você ficar conectado durante a viagem.
• Todas as taxas da AECO, impostos governamentais e taxas portuárias estão incluídos, para você viajar sem preocupação;

O que não está incluído

• Taxas de visto (se aplicável)
• Passagem aérea;
• Despesas pessoais, como lavanderia e telecomunicações;
• Seguro obrigatório de evacuação de emergência com benefício mínimo de US$ 200.000 por pessoa;
• O caiaque é uma atividade opcional com disponibilidade limitada e precisa ser reservado separadamente, com custo adicional;
• Gorjetas para a equipe.

É necessário um sinal não reembolsável de 20% do valor da cabine correspondente para confirmar a reserva do cruzeiro de expedição. O pagamento final (80%) vence 90 dias antes da partida. Os pagamentos podem ser feitos por transferência bancária (forma de pagamento preferida) ou cartão de crédito. Todos os pagamentos devem ser feitos na moeda combinada indicada na fatura.