• Take an in-depth exploration of Arctic Norway during the summer, when the sun never sets and the tundra is carpeted with wildflowers and alive with wildlife.
  • Learn about the Smithsonian research and polar diving programs in the Svalbard region from Smithsonian Study Leader Michael Lang, the Smithsonian Scientific Diving Officer, from his formal presentations and informally at meals and on excursions.
  • Travel as far north as possible aboard our fully stabilized ice-class expedition ship to observe seals, arctic foxes, and the very symbol of the Arctic—polar bears.
  • View majestic glaciers and stunning icebergs up close from the vantage point of the ship's Zodiacs and kayaks.


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