Are you passionate about capturing the beauty of the wild, eager to elevate your photography skills amidst Earth’s most awe-inspiring landscapes? Seize this chance to journey alongside renowned photographer Christian Nørgaard, who will be your Special Lecturer and mentor throughout this Svalbard expedition. The diverse landscapes, shimmering glaciers, and majestic wildlife – from the massive walrus and swift Arctic fox to the mighty polar bear – transform Svalbard into a photographer’s paradise.
As the tundra shifts to warm autumn colours and the sun begins to set once again, we are treated to stunning sunsets and soft light, ideal for photography.
In the middle of September, we set out into the untamed wilderness of Svalbard. With 10 nights on board, you’ll have countless extraordinary photo opportunities. Zodiac excursions in the soft autumn light bring you up close to Svalbard’s incredible landscapes, while onshore hikes invite you to capture its essence from every angle.
The Arctic foxes have begun changing into their beautiful white winter coats, and the Svalbard reindeer are photogenic with their full-grown antlers.
The ice has receded, allowing for exploration further east. We also have excellent opportunities to reach Bråsvellbreen, a magnificent glacier front stretching 45 kilometers. By this time of year, the first snow may have fallen, beautifully dusting the mountain peaks and the landscapes.

  • Photographer Chrisitan Nørgaard as Special Lecturer Only 12 passengers Small group - great moments Photo workshops 2 experienced guides

Sjoveien

Vessel Type: Small Ship
Length: 40.66 meters
Passenger Capacity: 12
Built/Refurbished : 1964/2017
M/S Sjøveien (meaning the Seaway) was built in Bergen in 1964 for the Norwegian Government and she worked for them in various capacities. From 1979 until 1995 she was used as a training ship for mariners. Since 1995 she has been in private ownership and during the many years since, worked for the Norwegian coast guard. After being a hotel ship for the past few years, she is now being refurbished into a classic and exclusive passenger ship and will set sail towards Svalbard in the early summer of 2017.
She is a true beauty with wooden decks and vintage details. There is a lot of deck space on the main deck and there is also an excellent area on top of the bridge, from where you have wonderful views of the magical Svalbard scenery.
To accommodate a maximum of 12 passengers there are eight outside cabins, all with private facilities. On the lower deck there are four twin cabins with portholes. On the main deck there are two larger twin cabins with windows and one large superior cabin with a double bed and windows. The eighth cabin is located on the upper deck and is a large superior cabin with windows. The dining area on the main deck is where you are served breakfast, lunch and dinner. Here is also a lounge area where you can relax with a cup of tea or coffee and listen to interesting talks by the guides. There is an international crew on board who speak English and the bridge is open for visitors.

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Pricing

Depart: 9 September, 2025 Return: 20 September, 2025

Twin Cabin with Portholes

Twin Cabin with Portholes

All cabins have private facilities. On the lower deck there are four twin cabins with portholes.

Price: $11390 USD

Twin Cabin with Windows

Twin Cabin with Windows

All cabins have private facilities. On the main deck there are two larger twin cabins with windows.

Price: $12090 USD

Double Cabin Superior

Double Cabin Superior

All cabins have private facilities. On the main deck there is one large superior cabin with a double bed and windows. Another cabin is located on the upper deck and is a large superior cabin with windows.

Price: $12690 USD

Twin Cabin for Single Use

Twin Cabin for Single Use

All cabins have private facilities. On the lower deck there are four twin cabins with portholes.

Price: $15490 USD