Explore Spitsbergen above the Arctic Circle near the North Pole
Approximately 5,000 polar bears inhabit Spitsbergen. Polar bears can be seen in the east, north, and south. Polar bear spotting is also common along the western fjords and coastlines. Polar bears, wild reindeer, Arctic foxes, walrus, whales, seals and many species of migratory birds are encountered in this wonderland. All Spitsbergen programs feature naturalist guides, lectures and Zodiac landings.