Svalbard, Greenland & Iceland
Board our 114-passenger M/V Sea Spirit in Longyearbyen, Svalbard, and cruise to East Greenland and Iceland's remote Westfjords. See polar bears and walrus haul-outs along Svalbard's coastline, and spot musk ox and Arctic foxes on Greenland's tundra. Under the midnight sun, explore Northeast Greenland National Park, the world's largest, and Scoresby Sund, the world's largest fjord system, before reaching Iceland's Westfjords.
We maximize time ashore with no group rotations, for up to 3 landings a day, each approximately 2.5 hours. All landings follow AECO guidelines. Some itineraries run in reverse, from Reykjavik to Longyearbyen.
Why travel with Poseidon Expeditions?
EXPEDITION HIGHLIGHTS
The northwestern coast of Spitsbergen offers some of the richest wildlife viewing in the High Arctic. Aboard the M/V Sea Spirit, with its fleet of Zodiacs, we adapt our routes daily to ice and weather, following strict AECO guidelines, and can pause alongside feeding whales or approach walruses hauled out on a sandbar.
Svalbard and its ice edge hold more polar bears than people, making it a prime region to spot them. Watch minke and humpback whales, and see Atlantic puffins and little auks nesting on the cliffs of Magdalenafjord and Isfjorden. Visit Ny-Ålesund, the world's northernmost permanent settlement and a center for Arctic climate studies.
Northeast Greenland National Park, the world's largest national park at 972,000 square kilometers (375,000 square miles), is accessible only by expedition vessel and features some of the Arctic's most dramatic scenery. Cruise deep fjords with colossal icebergs and spot Arctic foxes, musk ox, ringed seals, and seabirds.
Navigate the world's most extensive fjord system, Scoresby Sund, aboard the M/V Sea Spirit, exploring up close by Zodiac. Discover Franz Josef Fjord and Kong Oscar Fjord, where towering cliffs and glaciers dominate, and visit Ittoqqortoormiit, one of the most remote Inuit communities. As the midnight sun sets, look out for the northern lights.
Explore Iceland's remote Westfjords, with rugged peaks and narrow inlets that few travelers see. Cruise the vast fjord system of Ísafjarðardjúp, where dramatic landscapes meet bustling birdlife. A highlight is Dynjandi waterfall, cascading nearly 100 meters (330 feet) down the mountain.
Visit Vigur Island, known for nesting Atlantic puffins and traditional eider duck farming, and watch for white-tailed sea eagles and Arctic terns overhead. Zodiac excursions bring you close to wildlife and prime photography opportunities. Disembark in Reykjavik, exploring the capital's unique city vibe.
Itineraries
Departures
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Svalbard, Greenland & Iceland Arctic Odyssey |
26 Aug - 08 Sep 2026 | 14 |
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US$ 8 621 per person | |
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Svalbard, Greenland & Iceland Arctic Odyssey |
31 Jul - 13 Aug 2027 | 14 |
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Early Bird Discount UP TO 25% OFF |
US$ 12 151 per person |
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Svalbard, Greenland & Iceland Arctic Odyssey |
12 Aug - 25 Aug 2027 | 14 |
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Early Bird Discount UP TO 25% OFF |
US$ 12 151 per person |
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Svalbard, Greenland & Iceland Arctic Odyssey |
24 Aug - 06 Sep 2027 | 14 |
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Early Bird Discount UP TO 25% OFF |
US$ 12 151 per person |
Through the Viewfinder
Activities
PHOTOGRAPHY
This voyage offers a wide range of opportunities for photographers of all backgrounds. Our free photography program gives you the chance to learn and practice your photography skills alongside an expert photographer.
In Svalbard, polar bears and other charismatic megafauna abound in dramatic Arctic icescapes. In East Greenland photographers are treated to magnificent white icebergs juxtaposed against towering bluffs of tan and ocher.
Even at night, when the starry firmament becomes a stage upon which aurora borealis performs its otherworldly magic, our expert will be available to help you make the most of this bounty in your viewfinder.
SEA KAYAK CLUB
On this voyage, our optional sea kayaking program is conducted in Svalbard and East Greenland. These are a truly world-class paddling destinations that very few kayakers have had the fortune to experience.
Svalbard delights kayakers with unique marine wildlife and a variety of excellent paddling locations. East Greenland offers the possibility of kayaking amongst enormous icebergs and some of the most amazing scenery in the world.
Kayaking is a fun and interesting way to experience the wildlife and landscapes of these unique environments. If you enjoy sea kayaking, then do not miss your chance to participate in this exciting adventure option.
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Northeast Greenland National Park is the world’s largest national park, covering 972,000 square kilometers (375,000 square miles). It is located on Greenland's remote northeastern coast and accessible only by expedition ship. Following AECO guidelines, a small expedition cruise ensures responsible Arctic travel and visits to the park. Within the national park, you can explore the world’s most extensive fjord system, Scoresby Sund, and the waterways of Franz Josef Fjord and Kong Oscar Fjord. The park is excellent for seeing wildlife like musk ox, polar bears, Arctic foxes, and seabirds. Learn more about the national park in our article.
In Svalbard, you can see polar bears, walruses, Arctic foxes, reindeer, Atlantic puffins, little auks, humpback whales, and minke whales. In East Greenland, watch for musk ox, ringed seals, Arctic foxes, little auks, kittiwakes, and sometimes polar bears within Northeast Greenland National Park. In Iceland’s Westfjords, Vigur Island is known for its Atlantic puffins, eider ducks, white-tailed sea eagles, and Arctic terns. Every expedition is different, and we try to keep our itineraries flexible to maximize wildlife viewing opportunities at each of these destinations.