HIGH ARCTIC SVALBARD
8 DAYS/7 NIGHTS
We have secured an UNBELIEVABLE deal for you!
If you have had the High Arctic on your bucket list but haven’t pulled the trigger, now is the time. We have negotiated an incredible group price with the top polar company.
“Enter the realm of the Polar Bear.”
Join Divergent Travel Trips for our second group trip to the Arctic! We have been to the Arctic region six times, and we can’t wait to share its wonders with you.
Spend 8 days with us on an expedition in Svalbard, while we explore the most magical landscapes around the island of Spitsbergen.
Our expedition dates also align with PRIME polar bear and whale season! We’ll also have the opportunity to look for walrus, guillemots, rare ivory gulls, bearded seals, reindeer, and Arctic foxes.
Our trip will be operated in partnership with a top polar expedition company. This means we’ll have access to some amazing expedition guides and a stunning ship.
We will spend expedition time around the largest island in Svalbard, Spitsbergen. Each touchpoint offers you different landscapes to explore, wildlife to observe, and activities.
Every single day in the Arctic you will get off the ship! We are not just sailing by. You’ll get to touch, smell, feel, and explore this stunning place.
Our expert expedition team will be off the ship with us, exploring and educating. Onboard, they will offer educational seminars so you can truly get to know this wild place.
Using the expedition ship, Ultramarine, as our base, we’ll explore this extreme region of the world in comfort. You’ll be offered prime photography opportunities and assistance with your settings to ensure you get great photos if you desire.
Daily activities include zodiac cruises, landings, paddling excursions (extra), and wildlife spotting. Our days will be dictated by weather conditions and animal sightings.
Something to note: You do not need to be a photographer to join this trip. The focus of this trip is to provide a full immersion into the wildness of the Arctic. But if you want to take photos, we’ll have amazing opportunities to do so.
If all you have is an iPhone, no worries! We can help you achieve the most with it.
If photography is of no interest to you at all, that’s ok too. Bring your binoculars and get ready for some incredible sightings.
If photography is of no interest to you at all, that’s ok too.
Trip Itinerary
Below you will find an overview of the expedition.
Note: Other than the days we embark and disembark the ship, this is not a fixed itinerary, however, this will give you an idea of what to expect.
We can arrange both pre and post trip exploration in Helsinki, Finland or other parts of Europe. Just ask!
June 25, 2027 – Arrive in Helsinki, Finland
Welcome to Finland!
Arrive in Helsinki, Finland. Self-transfer to included pre-night hotel. We will organize an optional meet and greet dinner for our group!
Overnight: Helsinki, Finland hotel
June 26, 2027 – Fly to Longyearbyen and Embark Ultramarine
After breakfast at your Helsinki hotel, transfer to the airport for the included charter flight to Longyearbyen, Svalbard. The northernmost inhabited place on earth! Enjoy a guided tour in town before a late afternoon embarkation on the Ultramarine ship. Tonight we will begin our expedition.
Overnight: Expedition Ship (B-L-D)
June 27 – 30, 2027 Exploring Svalbard
Even in one of the most isolated regions of the Arctic, there is still the captivating history of a pioneering past. Our expedition leaders, along with the captain and onboard pilot, will determine possible landings each day for all-out explorations. Wildlife abounds throughout the archipelago of Svalbard, such as puffins, reindeer, Arctic terns and foxes. An expert photographer will help you look out for the perfect photo opportunity of these animals, but especially for the elusive polar bear. As Zodiac cruises may bring you closer to glaciers, keep your eyes on the water for whale fins.
A True Expedition — Our Captain will expertly navigate ice floes, icebergs and changing sea and weather conditions to ensure you experience the most from your expedition. Each day is a new adventure filled with a spontaneous sense of exploration as your Captain works with our expedition team to determine possible shore landings and Zodiac safaris. All itinerary routes serve as examples and are subject to change based on current conditions, prioritizing the safety and optimal expedition experience for all guests.
Overnight: Expedition Ship (B-L-D)
July 1, 2027 – Disembarkation in Longyearbyen, Fly to Helsinki & Overnight
Our adventure ends in the frontier-style settlement of Longyearbyen. From here, we’ll transfer you to the airport for your return group charter flight to Helsinki, included in the Charter Flight & Hotel Package. Upon arrival in Helsinki, you’ll transfer to your included hotel for the night.
Overnight: Hotel in Helsinki, Finland (B-L)
July 2, 2027 – Depart from Helsinki, Finland
After breakfast, you can make your way to the airport for your onward flight home, or stay to explore Finland’s culturally-rich capital on your own if you’ve made prior arrangements.
Additional Trip Information
What’s Included:
- 1-night pre-sailing hotel in Helsinki
- 1-night post-sailing hotel in Helsinki
- Round-trip charter flight from Helsinki to Longyearbyen to Helsinki
- Transfer to the ship on embarkation day
- 5 nights onboard the luxury Ultramarine ship
- All meals on board the ship
- Zodiac safaris
- Expedition landings
- Polar Plunge
- Formal & informal educational presentations
- Expedition guiding team
- Rubber boots to use while in the Arctic
- Branded Parka to keep
- All port charges and service taxes
- Special events for our group
- Photography instruction
- Welcome gift
- Your hosts (us)!
What’s Not Included:
- International airfare to/from Helsinki, Finland
- Arrival transfer to included hotel
- Any passport or visa expenses (if required)
- Travel Insurance (required)
- Mandatory waterproof pants for Zodiac landing & cruising
- Any other gear not mentioned
- Optional shore excursions in Longyearbyen
- Laundry, spa services, or other personal charges
- Phone & internet charges
- Adventure options not listed in the included activities
- Pre/Post-trip extensions
- Single Supplement (if requested)
Trip Perks
If you’re looking for a trip to the Arctic at an insane value, this trip is for you.
This is a luxury ship with many amenities included that you won’t find on other ships. This includes charter flights and a hotel pre-night and post-night.
Diverge & Join This Adventure!
The dates of this group trip are June 25 – July 2, 2027.
We have negotiated EXCLUSIVE PRICING for our group on this unique itinerary. This is the lowest price available for this expedition, anywhere.
The only way to get this pricing is to join our group.
A 25% deposit is required to secure your spot on this trip. The balance is due in full no later than January 15, 2027. Monthly payment plans available upon request.
Trip Cost:
All prices are in USD and per person based on twin shares.
Traveling solo and willing to share a room to save? We match solo travelers with other solo travelers of the same gender who indicate they are willing to share. Both guests avoid the single supplement. Solo share option is only available for Explorer and Balcony Suite cabins. Solo travelers still have option to pay the single supplement and have a private room.
| Cabin Types Available | Cabin Descriptions | Listed Pricing | DT Trips Pricing |
|---|---|---|---|
| Explorer Suite | Queen Bed or 2 twins with Panoramic Picture Window (285 sqft) Located on Deck 3 | $7,595 | |
| Balcony Suite | Queen bed or 2 twins with Private Balcony (226 sqft) Located on Deck 4 and 6 (BEST VALUE) | $8,395 | |
| Deluxe Balcony Suite* | Queen bed or 2 twins with Private Balcony (299 sqft) Located on Deck 4 and 6 | $9,895 | |
| Terrace Suite* | Queen bed or 2 twins with Private Balcony (350 sqft) Located on Deck 6 | $10,295 | |
| Penthouse Suite* | Queen bed or 2 twins with Private Balcony (369 sqft) Located on Deck 7 | $11,095 | |
| Ultra Suite* | Queen bed or 2 twins with Private Balcony (563 sqft) Located on Deck 6 | $13,695 |
Cabin Type Cheat Sheet:
Explorer Suites feature a large Panoramic Picture Window. It does not open.
Balcony Suites feature a Private Balcony. This is a traditional walk-out balcony that you access from your room.
* Deluxe Balcony/Terrace/Penthouse/ Ultra Suites feature a Private Balcony and have larger square footage. They are also premium cabins, and the higher single supplement applies.
You can view room layouts and additional cabin details here.
Single Supplement Information: If you wish to have a private room, we are able to offer a twin cabin for yourself, the cost is 1.7x the listed twin share price. If you wish to book a solo suite, the cost is 2x the list price for all premium cabins.
We cannot stress enough how exclusive this deal is! You can’t touch this length of itinerary from any company for these prices, let alone with our partner.
BOOK HEREPayment is due in full at the time of booking if booked after January 15, 2027.
Please do not book flights or other non-refundable travel until we confirm your booking.
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