Arctic Cruises
Welcome to the Arctic! ❄️
Welcome to the Arctic, where seabirds soar above colossal fjords, glaciers crash into the sea, and Svalbard reindeer, Arctic foxes and elusive polar bears roam the tundra.
Things to do and see
Experiences that define Arctic
LongyearbyenExplore Longyearbyen—Svalbard’s Arctic town with polar history, rugged landscapes, and a true high-latitude vibe.
SpitsbergenDiscover Spitsbergen—glaciers, fjords, and Arctic wildlife in Svalbard’s largest island.
NE Greenland Nat’l ParkExplore Northeast Greenland National Park—remote Arctic wilderness, glaciers, and wildlife in the world’s largest national park.
Greenland SeaSail the Greenland Sea—ice-strewn waters, fjords, and Arctic scenery between Greenland and Svalbard.
IttoqqortoormiitVisit Ittoqqortoormiit—one of Greenland’s most remote communities with Inuit culture and dramatic Arctic surroundings.
Whale-watchingGo whale-watching—spot humpbacks, orcas, and more with expert guides in some of the world’s best marine regions.
Best time to travel
Northern Lights & polar bears
Jun–Sep: accessible for expeditions, 24-hour daylight, and wildlife spotting
Most popular time
Birds, bears and belugas are spotted in June – July
Most budget-friendly
Shoulder season is October and March
Favourite season
Most people like to visit for polar bear spotting in July
Culturally significant times
Visit in December for Sami winter festivals
Need to know
Arctic at a glance
Time Zone
Multiple
Climate
Polar cold, long winters, short summers
Currency
Multiple
Transportation
Dog sleds, snowmobiles, boats, and small planes
Local cuisine
Reindeer, fish, seal, Arctic char, and berries
Languages Spoken
Inuktitut, Russian, Norwegian
Frequently asked questions
Because planning should feel exciting, not exhausting.
Visa requirements may change, so for the most up to date information we recommend using our Entry Requirements tool.
The best time to visit the Arctic tends to be during the summer months (June to August). The weather is at its best, the temperatures are mild, and you’ll be able to experience 24 hours of sunshine a day. This is when the Arctic expedition cruise runs, and this is when wildlife spotting is at its best.
While nothing is guaranteed, on a cruise here you have a good chance of spotting walruses, narwhals, humpback whales, belugas, Arctic foxes, snowy owls, and puffins. If you’re really lucky, you might actually be able to spot polar bears too.