Svalbard, 2028

Svalbard, May 2028

Trip Summary

Join William and PJ Hicks on one of the most exciting group trips to the Arctic Circle offered. For eight nights in May 2028 you’ll sale aboard the MS Sjøveien exploring the fjords of Svalbard Archipelago, searching for the regions endemic wildlife, experiencing a landscape found nowhere else on this planet and coming eye to eye with the holy grail of Arctic wildlife, the polar bear.

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The guides, William and PJ are both internationally renowned professional photographers and experienced Arctic guides, so there will be a strong photographic element to the trip. But for those more inclined to enjoy this trip without a camera in hand the itinerary has been designed to accommodate all kinds of traveller.

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2026 was a rapid sell out, so if you are interested in this trip you can download the brochure and book your spot below.

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Dates: 11th - 19th May, 2028

Trip Cost: TBC

Spaces Available: 10/10

Itinerary

Overview

This has always been one of Will's most popular itineraries, selling out four years in a row. Will recommends adding a few nights in Longyearbyen before your trip if you are able and can happily help organise this. Head out husky sledding or on snowmobiles to explore the archipelago by land, before eight days at sea.

Meet Your Guide

William Fortescue

William is a multi award winning wildlife photographer and safari operator. Whether it's creating his award winning print collections or designing bespoke safari itineraries he does everything with passion and precision.

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11th May

Arrive in Longyearbyen, the only town on Svalbard and home to the northernmost pub in the world. Dinner at Funken restaurant - the best in Longyearbyen - so you can meet the rest of the group for the first time and receive a briefing on the trip ahead.

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12th May

A wildlife photography expedition in the morning - in search of Arctic fox. Followed by a kit check by your guides in case you need any last minute gear in Longyearbyen, lunch at leisure and then we will board our boat, MS Sjøveien, meet the crew and set sail.

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13th - 18th May

We will have seven nights to explore the Svalbard archipelago, hoping to lay eyes on bears, whales, walrus and a multitude of sea birds. We will head out on zodiacs each day to get out amongst the wildlife, with a photographic guide in each zodiac as well as a local expedition leader. Each night we will anchor in a different fjord under the midnight sun, surrounded by glaciers, ice and mountains.

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13th - 18th May

There will be daily photographic tuition from the guides, Will and Pj, Including but not limited to - in-field workshops, private and group edition workshops, portfolio reviews and social media tips and tricks. There will also be talks on Arctic wildlife from the expedition leaders to ensure everyone is well versed in the incredible opportunities the Arctic has to offer.

19th May

On the final night of our voyage wewill return to Longyearbyen, ensuring everyone is back in time to catch return flights home on the morning of the 19th May.

Trip Cost

Will has confirmed the dates but given the trip is more than two years out the cost is still being finalised. Spaces are expected to sell fast so please enquire as normal to ensure you have first refusal on available spots.‍

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Super Early Bird Offer: $750 off if booked 14 months in advance (11th March 2027, only available to repeat guests)

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Early Bird Offer: $500 off if booked 12 months in advance (11th May 2027)

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