Arctic Adventure Tours

Arctic Adventure tours designed to give you the ultimate arctic adventure.

Svalbard / Greenland / Canada

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Photography expedition tours designed to give you the ultimate arctic adventure.
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From breathtaking aurora borealis sightings and wild landscapes to encounters with magnificent wildlife, our Arctic adventure tours will take you on a journey you'll never forget.

Why Arctic Wildlife Tours?

When we say 'exclusive', we are not talking about luxurious comfort or gourmet meals - but we promise you will be very comfortable...

We are talking about the limited capacity on our small vessels, where you’ll join just 12 fellow travellers on an intimate journey into the Arctic wilderness.

This exclusivity allows you to truly connect with nature, free from the crowds, while ensuring we leave only the lightest of footprints on the fragile polar environment.

Our Arctic adventure tours are designed to embody this philosophy of respect and closeness to nature—not as a slogan, but as a way of travelling that guides every choice we make, from how we navigate remote waters to how we encounter wildlife responsibly.

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Our Expert Guides

Our guides are not only Arctic experts but also highly skilled photographers, each with extensive experience as expedition leaders on Arctic adventure tours.

Their knowledge goes far beyond navigation—they act as interpreters of the polar environment, helping you to see, understand and appreciate the unique rhythms of life in the High Arctic. With deep respect for the fragile ecosystem, they will introduce you to our philosophy of honouring and protecting Arctic wildlife.

Every encounter—whether with polar bears, seabirds, whales, or the tiniest signs of tundra life—is treated as a chance to reconnect with nature, reflect on our place within it, and relearn the value of biodiversity that sustains us all.

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Svalbard

Svalbard winter photography

26. Mar 2027 - 03. Apr 2027
Svalbard winter photography expedition offers some of the most spectacular scenery imaginable. The dramatic landscape, composed of towering mountains, deep fjords, sweeping valleys, and the vast expanse of the Arctic Ocean, makes this region an extraordinary destination for exploration and photography. At this time of year, the landscapes themselves are the primary focus, though wildlife is never far from sight. The dramatic setting is enhanced by the presence of polar bears, which can often be seen traversing the scenic terrain or drifting across ice floes. These encounters provide breathtaking photographic opportunities in the heart of the Arctic wilderness.
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Svalbard

Arctic Winter Photography by Snowmobile

17. Apr 2027 - 21. Apr 2027
An Arctic winter photography expedition by snowmobile on Svalbard offers a rare opportunity to experience the High Arctic at its most beautiful and stunning time of the year. We will travel by snowmobile through stark, frozen landscapes shaped by snow, ice, and polar light. We will experience the atmosphere of the true Arctic, with cold days and nights. Our base will be a winter camp, where heated tents provide shelter after long days in the field. Reindeer hides, warm sleeping bags, and stove-heated tents will make resting time comfortable despite the Arctic conditions. These elements make the expedition both a memorable adventure and a powerful photographic experience.
4 SPOTS AVAILABLE
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Svalbard

June Pack Ice Expedition

02. Jun 2027 - 11. Jun 2027
June Pack Ice Expeditions around Svalbard. In early summer, the Arctic Ocean and Svalbard undergoes a distinctive change as the lingering snow begins to melt. Despite the warming temperatures, substantial areas remain blanketed by drift ice, preserving the region’s characteristic landscape. During this season, the pack ice remains relatively close to the Svalbard islands. Its proximity allows for easy access, making it an excellent time for exploration and observing the natural environment up close. Our ice strengthened ship Kvitungen will navigate easily in such ice conditions.
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Svalbard

June Pack Ice Expedition#2

11. Jun 2027 - 20. Jun 2027
As an Svalbard Tour Operator, Arctic Wildlife Tours have long experience. Embark on an extraordinary Arctic Ocean photography expedition, journeying north of Svalbard and around its rugged coastline. This adventure is designed to take full advantage of Junes seasonal changes, when the pack ice begins to open up, presenting greater opportunities to explore further into the Arctic wilderness. Our expedition is made possible by the ice-strengthened vessel Kvitungen, which allows for unique exploration opportunities unmatched by other ships operating in Svalbard.
1 SPOT AVAILABLE(SINGLE CABIN)
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svalbard drift ice
Svalbard

Svalbard June-July Pack Ice

29. Jun 2027 - 08. Jul 2027
Svalbard drift ice expeditions takes you up in the pack ice north of Svalbard. On board the "next level" ice strengthened ship, M/S Kvitungen. Despite the warming temperatures, substantial areas remain blanketed by drift ice, preserving the region’s characteristic landscape. During this season, the pack ice remains relatively close to the Svalbard islands. Its proximity allows for easy access, making it an excellent time for exploration and observing the natural environment up close. Our ice class 1A1 SEALER vessel Kvitungen will navigate easily in such ice conditions.
4 SPOTS AVAILABLE
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Svalbard

Svalbard July Pack Ice

08. Jul 2027 - 17. Jul 2027
Arctic ocean wildlife expeditions takes you up in the pack ice north of Svalbard. On board the "next level" ice strengthened ship, M/S Kvitungen. Despite the warming temperatures, substantial areas remain blanketed by drift ice, preserving the region’s characteristic landscape. During this season, the pack ice remains relatively close to the Svalbard islands. Its proximity allows for easy access, making it an excellent time for exploration and observing the natural environment up close. Our ice strengthened ship Kvitungen will navigate easily in such ice conditions.
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Svalbard

Svalbard July Pack Ice Expedition

17. Jul 2027 - 29. Jul 2027
Join us for a 13 days long expedition around Svalbard on board the "next level" ice strengthened ship, M/S Kvitungen. The Arctic Ocean and Svalbard undergoes a distinctive change as the lingering snow and ice melt during the summer. During this season, the pack ice remains relatively close to the Svalbard islands. Its proximity allows for easy access, making it an excellent time for exploration and observing the natural environment up close. Our ice strengthened ship Kvitungen will navigate easily in such ice conditions.
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Photographic opportunities on Svalbard
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Svalbard August Pack Ice Expedition

16. Aug 2027 - 25. Aug 2027
Join us for this expedition on Svalbard on board the "next level" ice strengthened ship, M/S Kvitungen. Late August marks the beginning of the autumn and the light changes. The midnight sun is history for this year and the nights are darker. During this season, the pack ice still remains reachable to the Svalbard islands. By sailing a few hours we will be in the pack ice, making it an excellent time for exploration and observing the natural environment up close. Our ice strengthened ship Kvitungen will navigate easily in such ice conditions. The movement and activity of the wildlife make late summer an ideal period for wildlife enthusiasts and photographers.
6 SPOTS AVAILABLE
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Svalbard

Svalbard June-July Pack Ice

30. Jun 2028 - 09. Jul 2028
Svalbard adventures into the pack ice takes you up in the pack ice north of Svalbard. On board the "next level" ice strengthened ship, M/S Kvitungen. Despite the warming temperatures, substantial areas remain blanketed by drift ice, preserving the region’s characteristic landscape. During this season, the pack ice remains relatively close to the Svalbard islands. Its proximity allows for easy access, making it an excellent time for exploration and observing the natural environment up close. Our ice class 1A1 SEALER vessel Kvitungen will navigate easily in such ice conditions.
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Svalbard

Svalbard July Pack Ice Expedition

19. Jul 2028 - 31. Jul 2028
Join us for a 13 days long expedition around Svalbard on board the "next level" ice strengthened ship, M/S Kvitungen. The Drift Ice north of Svalbard undergoes a distinctive change as the lingering snow and ice melt during the summer. Despite the warming temperatures, substantial areas remain blanketed by drift ice, preserving the region’s characteristic landscape. During this season, the pack ice remains relatively close to the Svalbard islands. Its proximity allows for easy access, making it an excellent time for exploration and observing the natural environment up close. Our ice strengthened ship Kvitungen will navigate easily in such ice conditions.
8 SPOTS AVAILABLE
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Antarctica photography
Antarctica, South Georgia

Antarctica photography expedition

29. Jan 2027 - 11. Feb 2027
Antarctica photography expedition. With our experience Arctic Wildlife Tours guides you will be taken to the most amazing sites Antarctica has to offer, in a group of no more than 8 people.
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Antarctica, South Georgia

Antarctica photo expedition 2028

11. Feb 2028 - 24. Feb 2028
Antarctica photo expedition with our experienced Arctic Wildlife Tours guide Vide Brandt. You will be taken to some of the most amazing sites Antarctica has to offer, in a group of no more than 8 people. The size of the group give us a flexibility which is not possible on board some of the bigger and more traditional vessels which is being used in Antarctica. A small vessel and a small group have some advantages. Fly in from Punta Arenas and fly out to the same place will make sure you use your time efficiently exploring the Antarctica pensinsula.
6 SPOTS AVAILABLE
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Svalbard

Autumn Svalbard Adventure

10. Sep 2026 - 18. Sep 2026
We are embarking on an Autumn light and pack ice adventure designed to immerse participants in the spectacular autumn light and, potentially, the first new snow of the season on the mountains. This Svalbard Autumn Adventure includes a trip to the pack ice, including a traditional journey through the stunning Svalbard archipelago. We have the opportunity to encounter the unique wildlife of Svalbard and cruise by zodiac boats, allowing us to get close to the glaciers. Svalbard is renowned as the true realm of polar bears, walruses, bearded seals, Arctic foxes, and a diverse array of other Arctic wildlife.
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Svalbard

Late Autumn Svalbard Adventure

18. Sep 2026 - 28. Sep 2026
We are embarking on an late Autumn light and pack ice adventure designed to immerse participants in the spectacular autumn light and, potentially, the first new snow of the season on the mountains. This Svalbard Autumn Adventure includes a trip to the pack ice, including a traditional journey through the stunning Svalbard archipelago. We have the opportunity to encounter the unique wildlife of Svalbard and cruise by zodiac boats, allowing us to get close to the glaciers. Svalbard is renowned as the true realm of polar bears, walruses, bearded seals, Arctic foxes, and a diverse array of other Arctic wildlife.
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