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Svalbard, Iceland, Greenland | Arctic Explorers Wanted

Bring warm clothes, grit and a sense of adventure. But above all, bring the kid who dreamed of becoming an explorer. Because that dream’s about to come true. It's no cruise, it's an expedition.


Whales in Ilulissat, Greenland - Photo : Getty Images

Don't be a passenger, be an explorer.

The remote Arctic, the northernmost region of the Earth centred on the North Pole, is characterised by its distinctive polar features of landscape, climate, plant and animal life.

Discover the geological wonders of Iceland with it's soaring volcanoes, sprouting geysers and spectacular waterfalls. Explore the high Arctic archipelago of Svalbard and it's beauty in all it's rugged, pristine splendour. Or head to Greenland and discover some of the most photogenic wildlife on Earth.

Where will you explore?

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Hurtigruten Expedition Team leader at Orne Harbour, Antarctica. Credit: Karsten Bidstrup

Hurtigruten Expedition Team leader at Orne Harbour, Antarctica. Credit: Karsten Bidstrup

Sustainable exploration

Our expedition cruises come with a full programme of activities designed to immerse you in the many wonders our destinations have to offer. Led by our Expedition Teams, they are experts on safety and sustainability, they will make sure you soak up incredible knowledge and guarantee you’ll leave the lightest of footprints in this incredible environment. You can be brave and go for a polar plunge or stay above the water and glide across it in a kayak or small explorer boat. You can go hiking or snow-shoeing, and there’s even an opportunity to get up close to the incredible wildlife.

Oxararfoss In The Ingvellir National Park, Reykjavik Iceland -  Photo Credit: Arnaud Bertrande

Oxararfoss In The Ingvellir National Park, Reykjavik Iceland - Photo Credit: Arnaud Bertrande

Digital Magazine: Heading North

In this issue of our Digital Magazine we are heading north to the Arctic and celebrating beauty of Svalbard, Iceland and Greenland - the landscapes are un-matched and the wildlife is that of legends. Journey to Svalbard and the realm of the polar bears and learn more about the successful work being done to protect these iconic arctic animals. Learn more about the rugged beauty of Iceland or raw and untouched nature of Greenland.

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Penguins perched on the ice of Cuverville Island, Antarctica. Credit: Espen Mills / HX Hurtigruten Expeditions

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