Sjoveien

Built in Bergen in 1964 for the Norwegian Government, Sjoveien (meaning the Seaway) has been refurbished into an exclusive and classic passenger ship and has operated under private ownership since 2017.

Beautifully constructed with wooden decks and classic furnishings, the vessel has ample deck space with an outdoor wood-fired hot tub and an excellent observation area on top of the bridge that offers all-encompassing views of Svalbard. Able to accommodate 12 passengers in eight outside cabins, all with private facilities, the vessel serves up simple and comforting dishes, offers a lounge area where you can listen to talks, and a welcoming international crew.

Passengers:	12
Crew:	10
Length:	133 ft.

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Arctic Polar Bear Voyage

A High Arctic navigation that focuses on spotting the elusive polar bear in its natural habitat while also searching for other Arctic species, this sailing moves through the Svalbard Archipelago and is bookmarked with time spent in Longyearbyen.

11 days from £5,450pp

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Sailing in Spitsbergen

An introduction to the Arctic that can be completed in under two weeks, this expeditionary cruise offers world-class guiding and an insight into the wildlife, history and geography of Spitsbergen.

10 days from £4,000pp

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Snowmobiling in Spitsbergen

Journeys through the Arctic wilderness on a snowmobile, travelling through stunning landscapes and staying at one of the most unique lodges in the world.

5 days from £2,360pp

Nordenskiold Lodge, Basecamp Explorer, Spitsbergen

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Dog Sledding in Spitsbergen

This exploratory dog sledding adventure across Svalbard combines remote camping with mushing your own team of huskies across a frozen wilderness.

7 days from £3,565pp

Dog Sledding, Basecamp Explorer, Spitsbergen

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Spitsbergen

Arctic Polar Bear Voyage

A High Arctic navigation that focuses on spotting the elusive polar bear in its natural habitat while also searching for other Arctic species, this sailing moves through the Svalbard Archipelago and is bookmarked with time spent in Longyearbyen.

11 days from £5,450pp

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Spitsbergen

Sailing in Spitsbergen

An introduction to the Arctic that can be completed in under two weeks, this expeditionary cruise offers world-class guiding and an insight into the wildlife, history and geography of Spitsbergen.

10 days from £4,000pp

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Spitsbergen

Snowmobiling in Spitsbergen

Journeys through the Arctic wilderness on a snowmobile, travelling through stunning landscapes and staying at one of the most unique lodges in the world.

5 days from £2,360pp

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Spitsbergen

Dog Sledding in Spitsbergen

This exploratory dog sledding adventure across Svalbard combines remote camping with mushing your own team of huskies across a frozen wilderness.

7 days from £3,565pp

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