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Based on dartmoor, devon, Arcturus has evolved
EXPEDITIONS
over 40 years from a small niche polar travel
arctic norway – northern norway 3
company to one of the foremost operators to remote
polar regions. Fiona Brijnath, your main contact, arctic norway – spitsbergen 4
has established a notable reputation in tailored the Faroe islands 5
travel over the past 25 years, and has both the iceland 5
knowledge and experience to navigate you through
greenland 5
a marketplace full of often bewildering options.
our itineraries are based on years of local research Canadian arctic 6
Welcome to our new style brochure for 2021-22.
and experience from past, often scientific, expeditions. arctic and Far east Russia 7
inside is a glimpse into just a few of our exciting
you are unlikely to find anyone who gives more
adventures planned for Summer 2021 Arctic and
attention to personal service and detail than Fiona, VOYAGES – The Arctic
Winter 2021-22 Antarctic exploration, on land in
which is why her clients return time and again. British isles, scotland, iceland
small guided groups and on the water on-board
and arctic norway 8
delightful small ships operating the very best Keeping Fiona up to date on polar matters and
voyages in the polar regions. arctic norway, arctic Russia and the
potential new destinations is Dr. Lorraine Craig PhD north pole 9
our overland expeditions focus on enjoying nature of Imperial College, London. Her impressive Cv
sailing voyages 9
and scenery by walking, dog-sledging, skiing and includes having been Head of Research and Higher
education at the Royal Geographical Society, greenland 10
camping in the Arctic, Antarctic, Arctic Norway,
Greenland, Iceland, the Faroe Islands, more director of the Cambridge Arctic Shelf Programme Canadian and High arctic 11
remote parts of Russia and the Canadian Arctic. and a past president of the Arctic Club. arctic and Far east Russia 12
at sea, we are agents for operators of breathtaking
wildlife expedition voyages to Arctic Norway,
Pricing
VOYAGES – The Antarctic
Spitsbergen, Iceland, Greenland, the Faroe To give you the full picture, we cost in everything
2 antarctic peninsula and polar Circle 13
Islands, Arctic Russia, the Canadian Arctic, the we can into our advertised prices here and on our
website. this includes international economy Falkland islands, south georgia
Falkland Islands, South Georgia, the Antarctic and antarctic peninsula 14
Peninsula and the Ross Sea region. flights from London, internal transport, transfers to
your embarkation point (where this can be pre- antarctic, Weddell sea, Ross sea
inside you’ll find a greatly simplified overview of and subantarctic 15
booked) and accommodation in twin rooms with
what we offer – there’s more detail in the way of
meals as specified in our detailed dossiers.
itineraries, maps and client comments on our website. SHIPS – Distinguishing features 16
do call us for detailed dossiers on each trip. our guide prices for voyages are based on twin
Look out too for a few late booking opportunities for cabins and specify whether facilities are private or
voyages this coming winter 2020-21, and remember – shared. on request we will quote for single
come fair weather or foul, we are here to plan the trip occupancy, triple, quadruple and superior cabins and
you want and we are always ready and delighted to suites (where available). our expeditions are nearly
discuss any aspect of your plans, however far into the all fully-guided, either from the UK or locally.
future you are planning.
We include fuel surcharges known at the time of
going to print, but please note that we are bound to
pass on any subsequent surcharges.
FAR FRONTIERS TRAVEL LTD
as bespoke travel specialists owned by Far Frontiers Arcturus is owned by
Travel, we can organise pre and post-tour elements Far Frontiers Travel, bespoke
to make yours a truly unique trip. so, for example, travel specialist for Georgia,
you could explore Chile, Argentina, Peru or Central Asia, China and
Ecuador/The Galapagos as the opening or grand Mongolia, the Far East, Indian Subcontinent and
finale to your Antarctic voyage. Why not take in the Himalayas, Indochina, Myanmar, Middle East,
the glittering sights of Moscow and St. Petersburg North Africa, Russia, South America, Japan and Australia.
Call us for our brochure.
or drive around Iceland before setting sail for
Arctic waters? We can organise it all. email: fiona@farfrontiers.com www.farfrontiers.com
ninestone, south Zeal, devon ex20 2pZ
tel: (+44) 01837 840640
email: fiona@arcturusexpeditions.co.uk
We’re always ready to discuss your travel plans
however far ahead they may be
COVER PHOTO: Jaroslav Nikitin, Poseidon Expeditions
www.arcturusexpeditions.co.uk or call Fiona on 01837 840640
spectacular and
other-worldly
our guided adventures in
the Arctic include dog
sledging, cross-country
skiing, camping and
kayaking in Arctic Norway;
tours and self-drive
itineraries around Iceland
and the Faroe Islands;
wildlife and inuit
encounters in Greenland
and the Canadian Arctic and
life up close in the Russian
Arctic and its extraordinary,
volcanic Far East.
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experience early spring in Northern Norway by dog-sledge on one of our thrilling small
group expeditions in the mountains and high uplands. Led by our norwegian friends,
we can also arrange visits to the Sami (Lapp) people in their summer or winter camps by
skidoo, Summer Island, the Lofoten Islands or a fascinating day out in Tromsø.
dog-sledging in small groups Mountain Dog Sledging Hut to Hut | 8 days
Explore Dividalen – Drive Your Own Dogs Combine extensive exploration of Dividalen’s
dramatic scenery of mountains, lakes and high
| 6 days
plateaux with the luxury of spending each night in a
stand on the runners whilst the dogs take the strain! different mountain hut. our route will depend on the
snow and weather conditions permitting, you will weather and snow conditions but in the evenings
make daily trips through a beautiful snowscape. we’ll relax in comfort over meals made with local
after a day on the trail, relax around a log fire while produce, discussing the day’s journey.
your hosts regale you from their fund of stories about
» when « January – March 2021, dates on request
life in the north. they are excellent cooks and their
» price « £2,690 per person
menus feature locally caught reindeer, elk and
» leader « Local norwegian leader
salmon. there’s usually the chance to enjoy a sauna
» group size 4 minimum. stay in mountain
key info «
or hot tub too.
huts. some previous experience required
» when « January – March 2021, dates on request
» price « £1,995 per person
» leader « Local norwegian leader
WHAT TO EXPECT: the chance of
» group size 4 minimum. stay in a rustic,
key info «
simple but cosy cabin. no previous experience stunning displays of the Aurora
required Borealis in the depths of winter.
TOP TIP: We provide superbly warm sledging suits
and thick felt-lined boots so you’ll never be cold.
DON’T MISS: Tromsø for its atmospheric polar
Museum and northern Lights planetarium.
see maps and more on our website – including our dog sledge the Kings Way
expedition from norway’s high peaks to the frozen lakes and plateaux of sweden
PHOTOS: Peter Yan, Visit Greenland; Shutterstock
www.arcturusexpeditions.co.uk or call Fiona on 01837 840640
Spitsbergen is the largest
island in Norway’s Svalbard
Archipelago. We’ve exhilarating
winter and spring adventures among
its pointed mountains, deep fjords
and the glorious sparkle of the arctic.
it’s idyllic for summer visits too.
overnight in Comfort
We’ve several exciting and different overnight
bases for our Spitsbergen adventures. as well as
4 the options below, you can relax comfortably in
authentic trapper style with great views at Basecamp
Spitsbergen Hotel or combine modern camping in
noRdensKiÖLd Lodge isFoRd Radio heated tents with dog sledging at the mobile
North Pole Camp. More on our website!
Hiking Across Nordenskiöld Land | 8 days Dog Sledge the Telegraph Route
to Isfjord Radio | 8 days NORDENSKIÖLD LODGE
Hike for four full days in Spitsbergen’s summer
through beautiful Nordenskiöld Land before taking an » true expedition lodge 100 miles north east
Five days’ wilderness dogsledding with two nights’
open boat back to Longyearben, your starting point. of Longyearbyen, on a bay by the mighty
camping and two at Isfjord Radio. get the true
you’ll cross over mountains and through valleys to Nordenskiöld Glacier
expedition feeling as you drive your own dogs and
Coles Bay and Barentsburg. after a night in the old » Farthest north on Spitsbergen you can reach by
make camp in the evening.
Russian mining town we continue east, to the remote vehicle and world’s northernmost commercial cabin
» when « March, april, May 2021 – ask for dates
radio station at Isfjord, the last stop before Greenland. » Five bedrooms with fantastic views, 10 comfortable
» price « From £4,250 per person
expedition lunches are served en route and we camp beds, an indoor WC and a traditional sauna.
» leader « Local leader
most nights, watching for polar bears and whales. Heated by wood, drinking water is collected from
» key info «Minimum 3 people. you need to be in
12-19 august 2021, 26 august – the melting glacier
» when « good physical condition. all equipment provided
2 september 2021 » arrive via a two hour boat crossing from
and all necessary training given
» price « From £3,295 per person Longyearbyen in good summer weather or in
» leader « Local leader winter by dog sledge or snowmobile
» key info « Minimum 4 people. all equipment » Climb on the glacier and ski around the fjord and
snowy valleys before warming up in the sauna.
} The three days/two nights I spent at Isfjord Radio
provided
Adventure Week at Nordenskiöld Lodge were wonderfully relaxing – easy hiking by my
ISFJORD RADIO
| 8 days standards, the open boat trip to Alkhornet and the
» 90 km from Longyearbyen, an outpost built in
a unique adventure to Nordenskiöld Lodge perched at glacier-face (picnic on the beach) was bracing,
the food was exceptional – fine dining really. ~
1933 for local radio operators, now a luxury
the edge of a magnificent glacier – a true expedition
wilderness hotel
cabin, but with modern comforts. enjoy several full day
trips including kayaking, glacier hiking and trekking.
Anne Robinson, Walking in Nordenskiöld, August 2019 » accessed by snowmobile or boat according to
the season
» when « Weekly departures July to
» glide over glaciers, mountains and frozen fjords
september 2021
by dogsled and snowmobile or safari by open boat
» price « From £3,190 per person
across the Arctic Ocean
» leader « Local leader
» key info « Minimum 4 people. you need to be in » top chefs’ dinners feature arctic specialities such
fairly good physical condition to take part all our prices include flights! as smoked seal, halibut and reindeer sausage
– and lively conversation!
PHOTOS: Kirsti Ikonen, Basecamp Explorer
www.arcturusexpeditions.co.uk or call Fiona on 01837 840640
GREENLAND, the world’s largest but
largely uninhabited island, is a great
stand-alone holiday or complement
to an Iceland trip.
THE FAROES poke sharply out of the atlantic
ocean between norway and iceland. these
gReenLand
18 islands of narrow straits and small harbour Breathtaking fjords and
villages are home to less than 50,000 people
and more than three million sea birds. the enduring communities
Faroese people have proudly preserved their
Traditional Dog Sledging in
own culture, traditions and language rooted
Liverpool Land | 10 days
in the old norse.
the inuit still use the dog sledge to get around in
winter, especially at greenland’s most isolated
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Faroe Islands Self Drive | 8 days village, Ittoqqortoormiit, on the east coast. Join us
for a traditional dog sledging trip on Liverpool
driving is the ideal way to explore – with good roads
and short distances between points of interest, you Beguiling and Land’s spectacular coast. Highlights include flights
by twin-otter aircraft and helicopter, a few days in
can see so much without having to change hotels
every night. visit the bird cliffs at Vestmanna and the captivating ittoqqortoormiit village and four days’ camping and
travelling with dog sledges.
tiny but picturesque village of Gjogv. Ferry hop
between little islands in the north and end at » when « Weekly departures March – May 2021
Torshavn, the Faroes’ capital, whose excellent
ICELAND, with its long summer days, » price « From £5,475 per person
restaurants showcase traditional Faroese cuisine. midnight sun and winter Aurora Borealis, » leader « Local leader
is ideal for touring by car – we’ve splendid » group size 4 minimum. stay in guest
Key info «
» when « May – sept 2021, tailor-made to suit
houses and tents or hunter’s huts
» price « From £2,095 per person self-drive itineraries or can arrange a
» key info « you can experience four seasons in driver/guide if you prefer. South and West Greenland by Traditional
one day. average temperatures are 11°C in summer
Ferry Boat | 10 days
Iceland Classic Circle Self Drive | 9 days travel with the locals on the delightful Sarfaq Ittuk
drive this classic circular route around Iceland ferry and see Greenland’s spectacular glaciers,
TOP TIP: Faroes summers are
including the amazing Snaefellsnes Peninsula and icebergs, colourful inuit settlements and arctic
short and hotels fill quickly so
the major sights of interest along the ring road. wildlife. this journey along the coast between
book early to avoid disappointment.
Highlights include the Golden Circle, Jökulsárlón northerly Ilulissat (famed for its icebergs) and
ask us about private escorted tours with our
Glacial Lagoon, Lake Mývatn and Dettifoss Qaqortoq in the south calls in at several ports and
lovely local guides.
Waterfall. travel at your own pace and spend time at towns such as Nuuk, the smallest capital in the world.
the places that most interest you. » when « to suit, april to september 2021
» when « Weekly departures May – september 2021 » price « From £5,290 per person
» price « From £1,695 per person » leader « no guide, full briefing on arrival
» key info « driving yourself is easy and we give » Key info «Sarfaq Ittuk usually carries more local
plenty of advice. there are lovely boutique hotels in passengers than tourists. there’s a communal café
Reykjavik that we can suggest as an upgrade and great views from the upper decks
TO DO: Ride an icelandic pony over
How about hiking and ‘glamping’ BEST TIME TO GO: Winter/early
black lava fields, walk inside a
among greenland’s glaciers and fjords? glacier or ‘flightsee’ by helicopter for a spring for dog sledging and Aurora
Contact Fiona for more suggestions! bird’s eye view of a glacier or extinct volcano. Borealis. summer for wonderful hiking and
cruising in iceberg filled waters.
READ: Sirius Patrol by peter schmidt Michelson.
PHOTOS: Tobias Meyer, Visit Faroe Islands; Aningaaq R. Carlsen, Visit Greenland
www.arcturusexpeditions.co.uk or call Fiona on 01837 840640
the inuit people of the CANADIAN ARCTIC are an essential part of Canada’s
national and cultural identity. Nunavut’s vast tundra-clad islands with their
remote villages and archaeological sites are accessible only by plane or boat.
iconic narwhal and beluga whale thrive in its waters. Baffin Island and
Hudson Bay offer exceptional chances to get close to polar bear. the
Northwest Territories are home to massive numbers of caribou, wolves,
wolverine, foxes, grizzly and black bears and a wide variety of birdlife.
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aRCtiC WatCH aRCtiC Haven
Narwhal and Polar Bear Safari | 10 days Hudson Bay Polar Bear Migration Fly-In Where the wild meets the refined
experience the classic spring floe edge and view polar Safari | 9 days 800km north of the Arctic Circle, Arctic Watch,
bears, narwhal and icebergs under the midnight sun an exclusive photography tour in the polar bear nunavet, is a three hour flight from Yellowknife
at the northern reaches of Baffin Island. Fly in and capital of the world during their annual migration NWT and Arctic Haven just two hours. Find out
stay at a premium safari camp on an arctic beach with back to Hudson Bay. stay in our intimate, remote more about these great lodges and their gourmet
views of Bylot Island, close to Lancaster Sound. and rustic private cabin complex for a safari designed cuisine on our website!
guided by inuit you’ll aim to spot narwhal, polar to get you close to one of the world’s most
bears, beluga and bowhead whales. magnificent predators in their natural habitat.
» when « numerous departures May/June 2021 » when « numerous departures Arctic Haven – Autumn Arctic, Caribou,
» price « From £14,595 per person october/november 2021 Wolves and Northern Lights | 10 days
» leader « Local guide From £10,440 per person
» price « observe one of the largest caribou herds in
» group size 8-16. one of the best places
Key info «
» leader « Local guide north america as they roam the Arctic Barrens.
to combine narwhal and polar bear encounters » Key info « group size 8 maximum. accommodation the 250,000 strong Qamanirjuaq herd passes by
in cosy cabins. a rare opportunity to observe and Arctic Haven as they migrate between Baker Lake
Arctic Watch Lodge Discovery Experience photograph polar bears at ground level without an and the treeline. With the prospect of seeing the
| 11 days obtrusive fence Northern Lights, this truly is a trip of spectacle.
the Weber family have skied, kayaked, hiked and » when « three departures from late august –
explored right across Canada’s far north. Join them at mid september 2021
this most northerly fly-in lodge on earth. Fully-guided » price « From £7,795 per person
excursions range from wildlife photography to ‘fat BEST TIME TO GO: there’s plenty to
» leader « Local guide
biking’ the frozen arctic ocean and sea kayaking see and do any time between May and » Key info « ask about a special add on – view the
alongside beluga whales. november. caribou migration by helicopter in a 90 minute
» when « Five trips July/august 2021 READ: Dead Reckoning: The untold story of the once in a lifetime experience
» price « From £11,365 per person Northwest Passage by Ken Mcgoogan.
» leader « Local guide
» add on an optional overflight of the
Key info «
Northwest Passage landing on Beechey Island. see maps and more detail, including our Ultimate arctic and polar Bears and
observe narwhal and bowhead whales en route glaciers of Baffin lsland itineraries at www.arcturusexpeditions.co.uk
PHOTO: Dave Briggs Photography; Nansen Weber
www.arcturusexpeditions.co.uk or call Fiona on 01837 840640
ARCTIC RUSSIA’S
great rivers meander
through countless lakes
and pools in the tundra
where, in the short,
intense summer,
siberian crane and
Ross’s gull nest. the
ground is bright with
wild flowers, and musk
oxen, bears, reindeer,
lynx, wolverine and
wolves roam.
on the volcanic
Kamchatka Peninsula
in RUSSIA’S FAR EAST
some native people
still live traditionally.
Home to Russia’s
largest brown bear, its
rivers teem with
salmon and the rugged
coastline supports
many seabirds, sea
lions and sea otters.
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aRCtiC and FaR east RUssia
Bears, snow-capped volcanoes and extraordinary history
Bears, Volcanoes, Native People, Reindeer Active Volcanoes of the
Herders, Autumn Colours | 19 days Kamchatka Peninsula | 19 days
Solovetski Islands and the White Sea
to experience the richness of the region’s flora, fauna supported by 4Wd vehicle or 6Wd truck, you’ll | 12 days
and geology, its scenery and autumn colours, we plan head up, over, and around Kamchatka’s highest
the Solovetski Islands,150km south of the Arctic
to visit as many habitats as possible, including the and most active volcanoes, passing along a 1,000
Circle, were first settled by monks in the 1430s.
central valley with the Kamchatka River, Tolbachik, metre high mountain plateau surrounded by nine
this White Sea archipelago has six large and nearly
Kzudach, Mutnovsky and Vachkazhets volcanoes, of its highest volcanos. Walk through the ash-cinder
100 smaller islands which abound with lakes,
Kurilskoye Lake and the hot Khodukta River in the plain from the Northern Vent eruption. see the
wildflowers and nesting birds. in summer, beluga
southern tundra. Kurilskoye Lake, part of a nature active volcanoes Mutnovsky, Gorely, Avachinsky
whales gather to calve in the shallow waters.
reserve, is one of the best places to see brown bears and Tolbachik, on whose slopes you will camp.
and steller’s sea eagles. Moving around by in the tundra you should see marmots, ground in the 20th Century, the legendary Solovetski
helicopter and truck we’ll watch bears feeding on squirrels, foxes, a great variety of bird life and, Monastery was one of the most feared and infamous
berries and salmon spawning, swim in hot rivers, of course, bears. prison camps or ‘gulags’. you can visit the beautiful
meet the locals in the settlement of Esso and stay cathedral, church, refectory and other buildings
» when « 21 June – 8 July, 9-26 July,
overnight with the nomadic reindeer herders in their enclosed by the great ‘kremlin’ or fortification now
26 July – 12 august 2021
summer mountain camp. the monks have returned.
» price « £4,485 per person
» when « 2-20 august 2021, 23 august – 10 » leader « Local english speaking Russian leader accommodation is in simple family-owned small
september 2021 » key info « group size: maximum 18 hotels with delicious food. it’s excellent territory for
» price « £6,830 per person walking in summer.
» leader « Local english speaking Russian leader » when « 15 – 26 June 2021 or tailor-made to suit
» key info « group size 16 maximum. the pace will » price « £2,485 per person
be leisurely with some tougher optional walks BEST TIME TO GO: June to september. » leader « Local english speaking Russian leader
ASK US ABOUT: Winter adventures – sea » key info «group size 6 minimum. Weather
eagle and reindeer encounters and dog sledding can be variable with temperatures ranging from
February – april. 5-20 degrees C. the pace will be leisurely,
easy walking entirely at your discretion
DON’T MISS: the exquisite art and architecture
see maps, client feedback and travel of Moscow and st. petersburg – a memorable
tips on our website beginning or end to your exploration.
PHOTO: 123rf
www.arcturusexpeditions.co.uk or call Fiona on 01837 840640
Voyages tHe aRCtiC a wilderness
of drama
the snowy peaks, glaciers
and fjords of Spitsbergen
are the focus of many
of our voyages in Arctic
Norway. in East
Greenland we explore
Scoresby Sund, the
spectacular south east
coast and the glorious
shores of West
Greenland.
We also sail to
the British Isles,
Scotland, The Faroes,
Iceland, the Canadian traditions, folklore, whales and seabirds
and High Arctic and Arctic
The British Isles | 13 days » OPTIONS «
and Far East Russia,
as well as smashing this voyage sets off from our local port city of Greg Mortimer offers a similar Iceland, Jan
Plymouth and sails west to Tresco in the Scilly Isles, Mayen, Svalbard voyage starting in Reykjavik
through the sea ice 23 June – 4 July 2021. guide price: £4,425 per
Ireland’s Saltee Islands and Llandudno on the north
towards the North Pole. person in twin cabin (private facilities) if booked
coast of Wales before re-crossing the Irish Sea to
by 30 June 2020
8 Northern Ireland for the Giants Causeway. it takes in
the Inner and Outer Hebrides including remote and Ocean Endeavour journeys from Aberdeen to
storm ravaged St Kilda, the Orkneys, Shetlands and Reykjavik via the Faroe Islands on her North
Atlantic Saga voyage, 24 June – 4 July 2021.
Bass Rock which hosts over 150,000 northern gannets
guide price: £5,730 per person in twin cabin
in the breeding season. disembark in Edinburgh.
(private facilities) if booked by 31 october 2020
» ship « Sea Spirit or £6,660 per person thereafter
» when « 10-22 May 2021
Ocean Adventurer has: Arctic Saga – Exploring
» guide price « £5,985 per person based on twin cabin
Spitsbergen via the Faroes and Jan Mayen
(private facilities) if booked before 31 october 2020
sailing from Aberdeen to Longyearbyen,
1–14 May 2021, and then retraces her steps back.
» OPTIONS «
also Four Arctic Islands to Jan Mayen and then
Ocean Endeavour offers Scotland Slowly, on to Greenland and Iceland in august 2021.
14 – 24 June 2021, leaving Glasgow to visit the guide prices start at £6,695 per person with early
Western Isles, Orkney, the Shetland Islands booking offer or £7,690 thereafter
and ending at Aberdeen. guide price: £6,685
per person in twin cabin (private facilities) Iceland Circumnavigation | 11 days
if booked by 31 october 2020 or £7,550 per
person thereafter an in-depth voyage to explore the other-worldly
landscapes and fascinating culture of remote and
Fair Isle, Faroes, Jan Mayen, Spitsbergen volcanic Iceland. during a number of shore excursions
| 12 days inland by coach you’ll encounter volcanoes and geysers,
thundering waterfalls, geothermal hot springs, black
departing from Edinburgh for the Orkneys, Fair Isle sand beaches, bubbling mud pools and lava fields.
and the Shetland Islands we then spend a day in spot whales in Húsavik and birdlife, reindeer and seals
Torshavn, Faroe Islands. the rarely visited volcanic in Vatnajökull National Park. adventures include
island of Jan Mayen is a highlight before four kayaking, hiking and birdwatching.
glorious days exploring the bountiful wildlife and
deep fjords of west Spitsbergen. » ship « Greg Mortimer
» when « 14-24 June 2021
» ship « Sea Spirit » guide price « £5,920 per person based on twin cabin
» when « 22 May – 2 June 2021
(private facilities) if booked before 30 June 2020
» guide price « £5,450 per person based on twin cabin
(private facilities) if booked before 31 october 2020 » OPTIONS «
Join Ocean Endeavour for her Iceland
all our prices include flights and Circumnavigation, 3 – 13 July 2021.
overnight accommodation en route price from £6,420 per person if booked before
to the ship 31 october 2020
PHOTOS: Lucas Pickering, Visit Faroe Islands; Olga Parshina, Poseidon Expeditions
www.arcturusexpeditions.co.uk or call Fiona on 01837 840640
aRCtiC noRWay, saiLing voyages
aRCtiC RUssia and arctic norway, spitsbergen
and greenland
tHe noRtH poLe these voyages on small, historic sailing vessels
offer an entirely different arctic experience.
travelling at a slower pace, but with the same options
for Zodiac trips ashore to hike and explore, get
involved in the hoisting of sails and shipboard life
with their friendly crews.
Choose between the 34 passenger Rembrandt
Van Rijn, or Noorderlicht with her 20 berths and
in the footsteps of fabled explorers more rustic/homely accommodation. ask for more
detail on the voyages below:
North/Around Spitsbergen | 9-11 days
these popular voyages are ideal for the first time
visitor to the arctic with numerous Zodiac shore
landings amid walrus, seals, whales and sea birds,
and of course, the powerful and magnificent polar
bear. itineraries vary according to the ice conditions
but generally early season voyages cover the west The North Pole Ultimate Arctic Sail North Norway – Aurora Borealis and Whales
side of Spitsbergen whilst July/august trips aim Adventure (By Icebreaker) 15 days seven night voyages in deep fjords out of Tromsø
for a full circumnavigation. following the path of whales. numerous voyages
our adventure starts in Murmansk, Russia
» ships « Hondius, Ortelius, Plancius (both ships) January – april 2021 and november –
where you embark the nuclear-powered 9
» when « departures May – august 2021 december 2021. october – January voyages focus on
icebreaker 50 Years of Victory to smash
» guide price range « From £5,395 to £6,745 per whales, February on hiking and March/april offer
through the frozen Arctic Ocean to the
person based on twin cabin (private facilities) kayaking/skiing. prices from £2,345 per person.
geographic North Pole.
» OPTIONS « in addition to the thrill of cruising on a powerful Sail North Spitsbergen – 9-12 days around
Russian icebreaker with its own on-board Longyearbyen. numerous departures (both ships)
June 2021 North Spitsbergen Basecamp
helicopter and standing at the top of the world, from May – July 2021 from £3,490 per person.
itineraries on Ortelius have free kayaking,
you’ll explore the rarely visited Russian arctic
snowshoe/hiking and photo workshops » options « Noorderlicht has early spring/easter
archipelago of Franz Josef Land. an
Ocean Adventurer offers a two week special North Spitsbergen departures in april and
extraordinary voyage on a unique ship.
Spitsbergen in depth voyage, 30 June – aims to circumnavigate Spitsbergen (17 days) in
nuclear powered icebreaker august 2021
13 July 2021
50 Years of Victory
Ultramarine has two weeks of photography see the Aurora Borealis on Noorderlicht’s Central
9-23 July, 20 July – 3 august,
in Spitsbergen in search of polar bears, Spitsbergen voyages in september 2021
31 July – 14 august 2021
26 May – 8 June 2021 £25,255 per person based on Isfjorden Adventure – Noorderlicht explores
twin cabin (private facilities) if booked before Russian ghost towns and wintry geological wonders
Franz Josef Land Archipelago – the 31 october 2020
Unexplored Frontier | 14 days near Longyearbyen over 10 days, september/
october 2021. good chances of Aurora Borealis.
Russian-administrated Franz Josef Land is the and Murmansk. guide prices start at £11,235 From £3,430 per person.
world’s northernmost archipelago comprising per person with early booking offer or £12,770
192 islands rich in birdlife, walrus, polar bear, seal, per person thereafter. Her High Arctic Odyssey – Sail Spitsbergen Northeast Greenland – sail out of
arctic fox and beluga whales. this seldom visited Remote Russian Archipelagos voyage aims to Longyearbyen ending at Greenland’s east Coast
landscape is dotted with relics of past exploration also include Severnaya Zemlya, the last major 26 July – 15 august 2021 on Rembrandt Van Rijn.
and we spend seven extraordinary days here. territorial discovery on earth, 28 July – price from £8,655 per person.
an excellent voyage for the experienced polar 18 august 2021
voyager seeking new experiences. Sail Scoresby Sund NEW
Greg Mortimer operates Franz Josef Land
» ship « Sea Spirit Explorer from Kirkenes, norway 24 July – – Rembrandt Van Rijn offers 24 august –
» when « Four departures July/august 2021 7 august 2021 5 september 2021 using Constable Pynt for
» guide price « From £10,620 per person based embarkation. price from £6,555 per person.
on twin cabin (private facilities) if booked before
} The crew were exceptionally good, especially the team leader/cruise organiser.
31 october 2020
Interesting to see Greenland in summer and especially good to have access to
» OPTIONS «
Nordwestfjord which I believe is not normally accessible to tour boats.
try the Franz Josef Land and Novaya Zemlya Photos certainly don’t convey the scale of the icebergs. ~
Expedition, 15-30 July 2021 with Ocean Christine Simm, Sail Spitsbergen Northeast Greenland, August 2019
Adventurer using a flight between Helsinki
PHOTOS: Poseidon Expeditions; Oceanwide Expeditions; Katja Riedel, Oceanwide Expeditions
www.arcturusexpeditions.co.uk or call Fiona on 01837 840640
explore the immense fjord system of Scoresby Sund and Greenland’s
spectacular south east coast or cruise up its dramatic west coast among
icebergs, glaciers and whales. all our voyages to greenland start or end in
Iceland – we’ve endless suggestions for ways to extend your stay there!
10
Spitsbergen and North East Greenland East Greenland | 11 days
| 16 days this memorable voyage starts and finishes
these adventurous voyages provide a rare opportunity in Reykjavík, Iceland. We cross the Denmark
to see the remote north-east coast of Greenland. Strait to explore the wilderness of East Greenland’s
Crossing from Spitsbergen, we keep watch for fin, stunning Scoresby Sund fjord complex. We’ll
Arctic Complete | 24 days
humpback and minke whales and approach East discover historic sites and a contemporary inuit
Greenland, landing at Myggebugten. We hope to village and encounter massive icebergs. starting in Reykjavik and ending in Longyearbyen
encounter narwhal and should see musk oxen from the on our return journey we explore Ísafjörður in this unique voyage combines Iceland and Greenland
ship. Moving south to Scoresby Sund we land near a Iceland’s Westfjords. each night brings another with a circumnavigation of Spitsbergen. en route to
glacier and encounter huge icebergs before excellent chance to experience the mesmerising Svalbard, scan for whales, polar bear and enigmatic
disembarking finally in Akureyri in north Iceland for Northern Lights. walrus on the pack ice. East Greenland dazzles with
the journey home. on clear dark nights we might be iridescent icebergs and Scoresbysund, the world’s
» ship « Sea Spirit
able to see the Aurora Borealis. largest fjord system will amaze you. visit remarkable
» when « 6-16 september, 15-25 september 2021
Plancius, Ortelius palaeolithic sites and have the chance to encounter
» ships « » guide price « £6,995 per person based on
24 august – 8 september, 30 august – musk oxen and arctic hare.
» when « twin cabin (private facilities) if booked before
14 september 2021 31 october 2020 » ship « Greg Mortimer
» guide price « £8,865 per person based on » when « 20 august – 12 september 2021
twin cabin (private facilities) West Greenland Explorer | 13 days » guide price « £9,745 per person based on
an adventure filled with big landscapes, friendly inuit twin cabin (private facilities) if booked before
» OPTIONS «
locals and thrilling Zodiac cruises along ice-filled fjords. 30 June 2020
Plancius offers a Scoresby Sund – Aurora embark at Greenland’s capital, Nuuk for an exciting
Borealis voyage out of Akureyri, journey to Ilulissat with its mountainous icebergs,
6-16 september 2021 Eqip Sermia, the calving glacier and Disko Bay, the WHAT TO WEAR: dress in layers with
World Explorer has Three Arctic Islands – meeting ground for large whales. options for hiking, a wind and waterproof outer layer.
Spitsbergen, Greenland and Iceland sailing kayaking and a helicopter flight over the glacier. Fleeces are great underneath. it can still be cold
from Longyearbyen to Reykjavik in two 2 week » ship « Greg Mortimer sailing in the middle of summer so a hat, scarf
trips – september 2021 » when « 14-26 May 2021 and gloves are sensible if you feel the cold.
» guide price « £8,425 per person based on twin BRING WITH YOU: insect repellent and
cabin (private facilities) antihistamine for mosquito protection in summer.
all our prices include flights and overnight accommodation en route to the ship
PHOTOS: Anthony Smith, Poseidon Expeditions; Aqqa Rosing Asvid, Visit Greenland
www.arcturusexpeditions.co.uk or call Fiona on 01837 840640Canadian and HigH aRCtiC Welcoming people,
iconic history and cliffs
teeming with birds
The Northwest Passage | 21 days
the Northwest Passage represents the pinnacle of
arctic exploration. on this trip, like the explorers before
us, we’ll experience the quaint villages, dramatic fjords,
and calving glaciers of Greenland. then, crossing Davis
Strait, we’ll visit Nunavut, pay respects at the Franklin
Expedition graves at Beechey Island and spot peary
caribou, polar bear, walrus, and musk oxen on
Somerset and Devon Islands. the recent findings of
Franklin’s ships, HMS Erebus and HMS Terror
remind us that we sail into history, legend, and myth
that continue today. our epic journey’s end is at
Kugluktuk, Canada.
the first voyage sails from Kangerlussuaq,
Canada’s Remote Arctic NEW Greenland and Wild Labrador | 19 days Greenland to Kugluktuk via Pond Inlet, Baffin
– Northwest Passage to Ellesmere and the second trip operates in reverse, but heads
Follow the 2,200 nautical mile route of Leif Erikson
and Axel Heiberg Islands | 13 days further north to Grisefjord and Smith Sound.
via coastal Labrador from Sondre Stromfjord,
this rare itinerary is intent on reaching Canada’s Greenland to historic St. John’s, capital of » ship « Ocean Endeavour
most northerly islands, Axel Heiberg Island and Newfoundland and Labrador. Highlights include » when « Into the Northwest Passage 11
rarely visited Ellesmere Island, transiting Hells greenland’s capital Nuuk, Canada’s pristine Torngat 14 august – 3 september 2021
Gate. We hope to fly up to explore the Devon Ice Mountains National Park, searching for polar and Out of the Northwest Passage
Cap, one of Canada’s largest. History buffs may pay black bear along Northern Labrador’s coastline 30 august – 19 september 2021
their respects to the ill-fated 1845–46 Franklin and the Mealy Mountains National Park Reserve. » guide price « £15,595 per person based on twin cabin
expedition gravesites on Beechey Island. you may end with L’Anse aux Meadows and Terra Nova (private facilities) if booked before 31 october 2020
see sea mammals, polar bears, muskox, and even National Park.
» OPTIONS «
the elusive arctic wolf. » ship « Ocean Endeavour
» ship « Ultramarine » when « 15 september – 3 october 2021 Ultramarine’s Northwest Passage in the
» when « 22 august – 3 september 2021 » guide price « £10,640 per person based on Footsteps of Franklin voyage, 2-19 august 2021
» guide price « £12,460 per person based on twin twin cabin (private facilities) if booked before routes from Greenland along the length of Baffin
cabin (private facilities) with early booking offer or 31 october 2020 Island to Resolute. guide prices start at £17,560
£13,995 per person thereafter per person with early booking offer or £19,895
Newfoundland Circumnavigation per person thereafter
High Arctic Explorer | 16 days | 15 days on a similar itinerary Northwest Passage
Journey in comfort from Resolute Bay to daily excursions give the chance to experience the Epic High Arctic, she closely hugs a large part
Kangerlussuaq, Greenland at the height of excellent hiking, wildlife, scenery and hospitality of of the west coast of Greenland. 31 august –
arctic summer! explore the Tallurutiup Imanga Canada’s newest province. Newfoundland is full of 17 september 2020. prices as In the Footsteps
marine protected area, visit the Franklin graves on unexpected delights such as Gros Morne where the of Franklin above
Beechey Island and enjoy an inuit welcome in earth’s mantle protrudes through the crust, Red Bay Arctic Express Canada, The Heart of the
Mittimatalik (pond inlet). across Baffin Bay lies where Basque whalers once plied their trade and Northwest Passage – for those interested in the
the sublime Greenland coast. Illulissat offers L’Anse aux Meadows where vikings established a region but short of time. spend five days covering
great hiking and the Icefjord – home to the base. the French island of Saint-Pierre is a taste of Resolute, Beechey Island, Port Leopold and
fastest-moving glacier in the world. europe and Miawpukek First Nation’s thriving NW Baffin making good use of Ultramarine’s
» ship « Ocean Endeavour community offers a warm welcome. onboard helicopters. 16-25 august 2021. guide
» when « 3-18 august 2021 » ship « Ocean Endeavour prices start at £9,675 per person with early
» guide price « £12,165 based on twin cabin (private » when « 29 september – 13 october 2021 booking offer or £10,780 per person thereafter
facilities) if booked before 31 october 2020 » guide price « £7,360 per person based on twin
cabin (private facilities) if booked before
31 october 2020
MUST READ: Finding Franklin
see the website for more, including our Mighty st. Lawrence,
by Russell Potter atlantic Canada explorer and Heart of the arctic itineraries!
PHOTO: Michelle Valberg, Adventure Canada
www.arcturusexpeditions.co.uk or call Fiona on 01837 840640volcanoes, geysers, vibrant tundra,
fast flowing rivers and rugged coasts
our voyages on board ice-strengthened ships to Siberia’s eastern coastline
and the remote islands and peninsulas of Russia’s Far East are among our most The Northern Sea Route | 31 days
exciting and extraordinary. explore these lands rich with wildlife, tradition and Russia controls one of the greatest seaways in the
troubled modern history. world, the Northern Sea Route or Northeast
12
Passage. only a handful of expedition vessels have
ever transited this seaway connecting the Atlantic
Across the Top of the World – Jewel of the Russian Far East | 18 days and Pacific oceans, but recent changes in the
Wrangel Island | 19 days the isolation of Russia’s eastern seaboard, the summer sea ice now make this possible for a brief
Journey through the Bering Strait and spend four to Kamchatka Coast, has protected its wilderness and time each summer. in 2017, a double transit was
five days with local rangers around secluded Wrangel wildlife. on this journey from Anadyr to successfully made with a couple of our intrepid
Island, where polar bears breed. We’ll also keep a look Petropavlovsk-Kamchatskiy we will make numerous clients on board one of the two crossings. Join us in
out for pacific walrus, snowy owls, reindeer, musk ox landings along these remote coastlines, selecting sites 2021 to explore the history and development of the
and snow geese. this isolated nature reserve is a that few people visit in this untamed and beautiful route and the many islands along the way.
delight for those keen on a true wilderness experience. landscape. see fat Kamchatka brown bears dozing in » ship « Akademik Shokalskiy
» ships « Akademik Shokalskiy, Spirit of Enderby the late summer sunshine as the onset of autumn » when « 13 august – 12 september 2021
» when « 16 July – 3 august 2021, 30 July – paints vibrant colours on the spectacular coastline. (westbound)
17 august 2021 (two voyages) » ship « Spirit of Enderby » guide price « £20,720 per person based on twin
» guide price « £11,380 per person based on twin » when « 27 august – 13 september 2021 cabin (shared facilities)
cabin (shared facilities) » guide price « From £9,250 per person based on
twin cabin (shared facilities) Sea of Okhotsk | 16 days
» OPTION «
a seldom visited region, the Sea of Okhotsk saw
£1,190 per person for the Overland Wrangel Russia’s Ring of Fire – Kamchatka human suffering and misery on an unthinkable scale
Island Traverse – an optional three day crossing and Kuril Islands | 17 days with the transportation of over three million prisoners
by tundra vehicle. Ask us for details this voyage explores the Commander Islands, the across to the Gulags of the Kolyma Goldfields in the
Kuril Islands and the Kamchatka Peninsula, known mid-20th century. its upper regions remain frozen for
Where Russia’s Day Begins | 19 days as the ‘land of fire and ice’. Learn about the intriguing much of the year and winter storms make it an
on this special Chukotka expedition we will meet the history and spectacular wildlife of this area, rich with inhospitable place. Miraculously the wildlife thrives,
people, listen to their stories and learn of their love for seabirds and cetaceans. including rare and beautifully marked ribbon seals
and strong connection with the land and sea. We'll » ships « Akademik Shokalskiy, Spirit of and some of the largest concentrations of northern
celebrate with them at their annual regatta and festival Enderby fur seals and the majestic steller's sea eagle in the
before cruising to Wrangel Island. » when « 22 May – 7 June 2021, Russian Far East.
» ships « Akademik Shokalskiy, Spirit of Enderby 23 May – 8 June 2021 » ship « Akademik Shokalskiy
» when « 2-20 July 2021 (two voyages) » guide price « £10,280 per person based on twin » when « 3-18 June 2021
» guide price « £10,480 per person based on cabin (shared facilities) » guide price « £9,450 per person based on
twin cabin (shared facilities) twin cabin (shared facilities)
MUST SEE: in 2017, a nearly complete 5.2 metre long skeleton of an extinct steller’s
sea Cow was found on Bering island. it is now in the local museum in nikolskoye village see maps on the website!
PHOTO: M. Kelly, Heritage Expeditions
www.arcturusexpeditions.co.uk or call Fiona on 01837 840640the Antarctic Peninsula
is a spectacular chain
of mountains and glaciers
supporting the richest
wildlife in antarctica.
Most of our voyages depart
antaRCtiC peninsULa
from Ushuaia, south america
and cross the Drake Passage,
and poLaR CiRCLe
visiting the South Shetland
Islands and the Antarctic
Peninsula. a few
voyages embark in
the South Shetland Classic Antarctic Peninsula with Antarctic Peninsula Express – Fly the Drake
South Shetlands | 14-15 days | 11 days
Islands to avoid the
these voyages offer the best introduction to the White Fly over the notorious Drake Passage to land at
Drake Passage crossing. Continent. Beginning in Ushuaia, ships cross the King George Island before exploring the Antarctic
some take in South Georgia Drake Passage directly to the Peninsula to explore its Peninsula by ship. in eight adventure-packed days,
wildlife and scenery. some also include the South enjoy intimate wildlife encounters, thrilling Zodiac
and the Falkland Islands.
Shetland Islands and its abandoned whaling station cruises and explore historic onshore sites. a landmark
More adventurous voyages on Deception Island. Return through the Gerlache visit to the seventh continent with a full range of
head for the Ross Sea to Strait, home to leopard seals and blue-eyed shags. adventure options. 13
Zodiac cruises and numerous landings enable viewing Ocean Adventurer, World Explorer
visit emperor penguin of all species of penguins, seals, whales and other
» ships «
» when « numerous voyages, december 2021 –
colonies and Scott’s and wildlife as well as historic sites and operational March 2022
Shackleton’s huts. research bases. » guide price « From £11,790 per person twin cabin
» ships « Hondius, Janssonius, Ortelius, Plancius (private facilities) if booked before 30 sept 2020
» when « numerous voyages november 2020 –
March 2021 and november 2021 – Deep South – Crossing the Polar Circle
March 2022 | 18 days
» guide price « From £9,595 per person twin cabin this in-depth expedition with extended time allows
(private facilities) you beyond the Antarctic Peninsula to venture south
of the Antarctic Circle. Commune with penguins and
» OPTIONS «
visit less-frequented landing sites. the ship will aim
Late season voyages in March 2021/2 go in to reach Horseshoe Island, location of the former
search of whales British Base, Station Y and Stonington Island,
Hondius and Janssonius operate Discovery and former British Base E, occupied until 1975 and
Learning voyages with interactive in-field and on- southernmost landing site of the trip at 68° south.
board workshops, november 2021 – February 2022 » ship « Ortelius
three Realm of the Penguin voyages with Sea » when « 17 March – 3 april 2022
Spirit visit the Peninsula november 2021 and » guide price « £11,835 per person based on twin
February 2022. guide price £11,630 per person cabin (private facilities)
if booked before 31 october 2020 » OPTIONS «
Seaventure’s Christmas departure includes two Celebrate Christmas going Across the Antarctic
nights in Ushuaia pre-voyage and the South Circle with Greg Mortimer, 13-30 december
Shetland Islands, 19 december 2021 – 3 January 2021. guide price £17,995 per person. Apply for
2022. guide price £11,485 per person if booked current discounts
before 31 January 2021 Plancius with her superb observation lounge has a
Polar Circle voyage, 11 – 26 February 2022. guide
price £10,995 per person
all our prices include flights! Join Seaventure Crossing the Circle 16 January –
2 February 2022. guide price £13,235 per person
if booked before 31 January 2021
Ultramarine’s Crossing the Circle – Southern
DON’T DELAY: Because some of the vessels
Expedition 2-18 March 2022 includes helicopters
are comparatively small we recommend booking early.
for aerial viewing. guide price £16,785 per person
if booked before 30 september 2020
www.arcturusexpeditions.co.uk or call Fiona on 01837 840640
15} The trip was fantastic, we were incredibly lucky with the
weather and conditions with calm crossings and sunny skies.
A wonderful experience and everything went like clockwork.
Thanks for your help in organising this trip of a lifetime.~
Helen Halliday, Antarctica, February 2020
FaLKLand isLands,
soUtH geoRgia and antaRCtiC peninsULa
Wildlife and polar history in a pristine panorama Solar Eclipse – Antarctica | 19 days NEW
in december 2021, a full solar eclipse will
Falklands, South Georgia, occur in the Weddell Sea region, offering a rare
Antarctic Peninsula Basecamp | 17 days and historic opportunity to witness this remarkable
the Basecamp voyage concept offers a selection of
Antarctic Peninsula | 24-27 days
spectacle in Antarctic waters. By late spring
activities (such as kayaking, camping, hiking, soft these longer voyages visit Port Stanley, Falklands penguins will be busily building nests, keeping
mountain climbing and photo workshops) included then head for South Georgia spotting numerous eggs warm and raising chicks, while you hope for
14 in the price of your voyage. the ship stays for two or seabirds as we cross the Convergence. three days are clear skies for the eclipse.
three days at specific locations to allow more active spent in South Georgia visiting historic sites and
encountering fur and elephant seals, albatross and » ships « Sylvia Earle
passengers a comfortable hub for their pursuits.
» when « 22 november – 10 december 2021
petrels. your final three days will include Orcadas
» ships « Plancius » guide price « From £15,035 per person based
Station in the South Orkneys, the Antarctic
» when « Four voyages, december 2021 – on twin cabin (private facilities) if booked by
Peninsula and South Shetland Islands.
March 2022 30 June 2020
» guide price « From £11,425 per person based on » ships « Hondius, Janssonius, Ortelius,
twin cabin (private facilities) Plancius » OPTIONS «
» when « october 2021 – February 2022
Greg Mortimer’s Solar Eclipse voyage
Adventures in Antarctica | 15 days » guide price « From £15,155 per person based on
includes the Falkland Islands and South
twin cabin (private facilities)
Express trip for those short of time Georgia, 23 november – 17 december 2021,
this succinct version of the ‘classic’ Antarctic » OPTIONS « space for kayakers only. guide price from
Peninsula voyage offers as many wildlife £24,270 per person
october/november 2021 – first voyages of the season
opportunities and potential stops at active Sea Spirit has five days in South Georgia and two
embark in Puerto Madryn
scientific/historic bases as the longer voyages, all in the Falkland Islands as well as the Peninsula
within two weeks’ travel door-to-door. Janssonius’ 27 day voyage, 19 February – 17 March
and Solar Eclipse 19 november – 14 december
2022 includes Elephant Island and a Polar Circle
» ship « Seaventure 2021. price from £22,625 per person
crossing
» when « three voyages January – March 2022
» guide price « From £9,920 per person in twin Sea Spirit has four departures (24-26 days) between
private cabin if booked by 31 January 2021 october 2021 and March 2022. price from £14,990
per person if booked before 31 october 2020.
MUST DO: Camp overnight on the
South Georgia Special | 25 days NEW Seaventure goes on Shackleton’s Final Quest,
Peninsula to experience antarctic
6 February – 1 March 2022. ask for details
Few places compare with South Georgia and weather close up. it might seem tough at
the Falkland Islands in terms of exotic wildlife and Sylvia Earle‘s Antarctica Complete combines the the time but you won’t regret it! it’s popular so
jaw-dropping scenery. on this exploratory voyage enjoy Polar Circle crossing with the Falklands and South you’ll need to pre-book.
both, touring the world’s largest black-browed albatross Georgia, 13 March – 7 april 2022. guide price
colony and some of the biggest breeding spots for king £23,440 per person. Apply for current discounts
penguins and elephant seals on earth. eight days are Ask about options for the Shackleton Crossing / } We were really glad that we took the longer trip
spent in South Georgia and two in The Falkland South Georgia Alpine Traverse with the three destinations. South Georgia was a
Islands including Steeple Jason and Carcass Island. complete revelation. Wonderful! And we might have
» ship « Janssonius enjoyed a couple more days in the Falklands.
» when « 3-27 november 2021 Everything on the itinerary went smoothly. As always,
» guide price « From £15,155 per person in twin
Four exciting new ships on the you put together a great package! ~
cabin (private facilities) horizon! see page 16 and our website Richard and Christine Holdrup, The Falklands, South
for more details and images Georgia and Antarctic Peninsula, January/February 2020
PHOTO: Ilja Reijnen, Oceanwide Expeditions
www.arcturusexpeditions.co.uk or call Fiona on 01837 840640Weddell Sea in Search of Emperors In the Wake of Scott and Shackleton | 35 days
with Helicopters | 15 days
the Ross Sea is only accessible for two months a
excitement fills the ship as we enter the Weddell Sea year when the ice thaws. this remote region drew
on this voyage to the Antarctic Peninsula’s wild side. many of the most famous explorers and adventurers
ahead lie the backdrops to Shackleton’s and 15
including Scott, Shackleton and Amundsen and we
Nordenskjold’s polar survival epics. Here the weather aim to visit five historic huts to learn more of the
and ice movements are unpredictable so we pick our explorers’ achievements.
landings accordingly. the region is the breeding ground for millions of
options include Nordenskjold’s Hut on Snow Hill adelie and emperor penguins. We have permits for LET US KNOW: if you or your family
Island, fossil-rich Seymour Island or Paulet Island, landing in the sub-antarctic islands Auckland, have a connection with any of the polar
with its huge penguin rookeries and historical remains. Campbell and Macquarie. regions we visit. We can offer you the chance to
as we are unlikely to reach through the ice as far as the share experiences, diaries and photographs
» ship « Akademik Shokalskiy, Spirit of Enderby
emperor penguin rookery south of Snow Hill Island with others on your voyage and possibly even
» when « 7 January – 10 February 2022,
we aim for the ice-edge near Antarctic Sound / James request the ship to make an unscheduled visit.
5 February – 11 March 2022,
Ross Island, to watch penguins on their way to open 7 February – 13 March 2022 MUST READ: Endurance by Alfred Lansing,
water. enjoy scenic flights and landings in places » guide price « From £21,850 per person based on the Lost Men by Kelly Tyler-Lewis.
otherwise inaccessible this early in the season. With twin cabin (shared facilities)
favourable ice-conditions we may reschedule to offer
helicopter transfers, landing around 45 minutes’ Subantarctic Islands – Birding Down Under
Western Pacific Odyssey | 36 days
walk from the rookery. | 24 days
a ‘must' for any birder as you’ll see many of the world’s
Ortelius explore the 'albatross Latitudes’ and the most remote
rarest pelagic seabirds with some of the world’s best
12-26 november 2021 Subantarctic Islands including The Snares, Bounty,
birding guides. the cetacean list is outstanding too.
From £13,380 per person based on Antipodes, Auckland, Campbell, Macquarie and
twin cabin (private facilities) departing Tauranga we sail for the Hauraki Gulf where
Chatham islands on this comprehensive wildlife and
native species include the recently discovered New
history expedition out of New Zealand.
Ross Sea including Helicopters | 37-38 days Zealand storm petrel. then northward to Norfolk
Island and New Caledonia and five exciting days on » ship « Spirit of Enderby
a spectacular discovery voyage exploring the the Solomon Islands. » when « 9 november – 2 december 2021
southern Antarctic Peninsula, rarely visited volcanic » guide price « £12,840 per person based on twin
Peter I Island, the outer fringes of the pack ice in the We look for the Heinroth's Shearwater and the
cabin (shared facilities)
Amundsen Sea, the Ross Sea, Shackleton and recently rediscovered Beck's petrel en route to
Scott’s huts, McMurdo Station, the dry valleys and Micronesia and set a course for the Bonin Islands, » OPTION «
Macquarie Island. south of Japan. our route concludes at Yokohama.
» ship « Spirit of Enderby Akademik Shokalskiy has a shorter Forgotten
» ship « Ortelius Islands of the South Pacific voyage to Campbell
11 January – 17 February 2022, » when « 12 March – 16 april 2022
» when «
» guide price « £10,695 per person based on twin
Island, Auckland Islands and The Snares
13 February – 21 March 2022 2-14 January 2022. guide price £6,650 per person
» guide price « £30,890 per person in twin cabin cabin (shared facilities)
twin cabin (shared facilities)
(private facilities)
» Activities « on-board helicopters enable you to
reach otherwise almost inaccessible landing sites see our website for more detailed voyage information!
PHOTOS: N. Russ, Heritage Expeditions; Lisle Gwynn, Heritage Expeditions
www.arcturusexpeditions.co.uk or call Fiona on 01837 840640You can also read
