A frozen fairytale of iceberg-strewn fjords, snowy peaks, and puzzle-piece sea ice – as animals take their first steps following winter.
See Svalbard still wearing its winter coat on our Svalbard Spring Micro Cruise.The wildlife is waking up and the sun has reintroduced itself following the long, dark winter. The light it casts as it rises and sets is deliciously soft and beguilingly coloured, adding an otherworldly glow to the snow-wrapped land and frozen seascape.
Svalbard in springtime is Svalbard at its most compelling.
Emerging from the depths of winter, the archipelago presents its wilder side in the early season. Nature has turned the page on the year before. A fresh page of white snow lies before us. We are the pioneers, the first readers of nature’s new bestseller.
This intrepid adventure shows off the best of the season as our agile expedition ship charts a path through the ice. Smothered in an unbroken blanket of snow, hemmed in by splintering sea ice, and awakened by wonderfully soft light, Svalbard in the spring is all about new beginnings and sublime scenery.
Spotting wildlife in the early season requires patience, but there’s nothing like witnessing Arctic animals – reindeer, walruses, Arctic foxes, polar bears – against the springtime backdrop.
Day 1 Depart Longyearbyen at 4pm.
Day 2 Poolepynten
Days 3 - 6 Svalbard Exploration
Day 8 Isfjorden
Day 9 Longyearbyen
Please note:
Vessel Type: Ice Class Small Ship
Length: 45 meters
Passenger Capacity: 12
MV Freya is a high-strength ice-class expedition vessel originally built for lighthouse construction, now refitted to provide first-class Arctic exploration. Its sturdy 1A ice-class hull allows access deep into the pack ice, offering unique perspectives on remote regions. The ship accommodates small groups with seven characterfully decorated cabins, including twin, double, and single options, all with ensuite bathrooms and windows. Multiple observation decks, a sauna, and an outdoor hot tub ensure guests can relax and enjoy panoramic views of the Arctic environment.
Life on board is centred around a cosy saloon-style dining room and bar, complemented by a comfortable lounge for lectures, presentations, or quiet reading. Guests are welcome on the open bridge to observe navigation and wildlife spotting firsthand. MV Freya also carries two Zodiacs for closer shore landings and wildlife encounters. Designed for intimate, itinerary-free expeditions, the vessel provides a seamless blend of adventure, comfort, and immersive engagement with the Arctic wilderness.
For 2 Guests Comfortable Twin or Double Bed Ensuite shower and toilet 15 m² Located on deck 1 Window Desk & chair Wardrobe Cabins 1 - 4
Price: $19995 USD
For 1 guest 10 m² Located on decks 1 and 2 Window Wardrobe Cabin 5 - 7
Price: $22995 USD
For 2 Guests Comfortable double bed Ensuite shower and toilet 15 m² Located on deck 3 Windows Desk & chair Wardrobe Cabin Number: 8
Price: $22995 USD
Cabin 3 Sleeps 2 in a double bed Ensuite shower and toilet Window
Price: $17500 USD
Sleeps 2 in lower twin berths Ensuite shower and toilet Window
Price: $17500 USD
Sleeps 1 in a lower berth Ensuite shower and toilet Window
Price: $20500 USD
For 2 Guests Comfortable Twin or Double Bed Ensuite shower and toilet 15 m² Located on deck 1 Window Desk & chair Wardrobe Cabins 1 - 4
Price: $19995 USD
For 1 guest 10 m² Located on decks 1 and 2 Window Wardrobe Cabin 5 - 7
Price: $22995 USD
For 2 Guests Comfortable double bed Ensuite shower and toilet 15 m² Located on deck 3 Windows Desk & chair Wardrobe Cabin Number: 8
Price: $22995 USD
Cabin 3 Sleeps 2 in a double bed Ensuite shower and toilet Window
Price: $17500 USD
Sleeps 2 in lower twin berths Ensuite shower and toilet Window
Price: $17500 USD
Sleeps 1 in a lower berth Ensuite shower and toilet Window
Price: $20500 USD
