Springtime in Svalbard
9 Days - M/S Quest
Join a once-in-a-lifetime adventure in the realm of the midnight sun! During the month of May, Svalbard is characterised by a wonderful purity and offers spectacular sceneries. The fairytale winter landscape is dominated by sparkling ice formations, snow covered mountains, fjord ice and pastel coloured skies.
It is spring in the Arctic and it is an indescribable experience to be there and witness the archipelago come to life.The polar bear yearlings venture out for the first time, the Arctic foxes and the Svalbard reindeers still wear their winter fur and seals and walruses can often be seen resting on the fjord ice. The little auks and the Brünnich’s guillemots have returned to their summer nests and the bird cliffs are teeming with life. This is also a great time to spot the king eider and rock ptarmigan.
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Book by 31st May 2025
Home » 9 Day M/S Quest: Springtime in Svalbard
Itinerary Highlights
- Explore this winter wonderland dominated by ice formations, snow-capped mountains, and fjords
- Encounter the wildlife of the Arctic - polar bears, arctic foxes, reindeers, seals and walruses
- Small-ship expedition that takes up to 53 passengers
- Walk across the tundra in Bellsund and get closer to nesting auks
- Opt to explore particular areas with snowshoes!
Itinerary in Brief
- Day 1: Arrive in Longyearbyen and transfer to hotel
- Day 2-8: Expedition Svalbard
- Day 9: Disembark in Longyearbyen and departure
Day 1: Arrive in Longyearbyen and transfer to hotel
We arrive in Longyearbyen and transfer to our hotel.
Day 2-8: Expedition Svalbard
We start our Svalbard adventure by exploring Longyearbyen. In the afternoon we embark our expedition ship M/S Quest and head out through Isfjorden - our Arctic adventure has started. Perhaps we could make an evening landing before we continue either south or north – all depending on the weather and the current ice situation. Here are some examples of places we may visit:
Alkhornet
At the entrance of Isfjorden is the characteristic cliff Alkhornet. We go ashore to enjoy the beautiful tundra and its birdlife with barnacle geese, Brünnich’s guillemots, glaucous gulls, snow buntings and tens of thousands of kittiwakes. Arctic foxes are sometimes seen in the rock crevices around the mountain and with some luck we might see these lovely little animals scurrying around, frantically looking for food.
Prins Karls Forland
This narrow strip of land is covered by a magnificent and snow-covered mountain chain. The island is also home to many seabirds and harbour seals
Kongsfjorden and Krossfjorden
The scientific village of Ny-Ålesund is situated in Kongsfjorden. It was from here that Amundsen and Nobile started their heroic expeditions to the North Pole. In the nearby Krossfjorden we revel in the beautifully sculptured front of the 14th of July Glacier to the raucous greeting of the large number of kittiwakes and Brünnich’s guillemots nesting on the nearby cliffs.
Raudfjorden
Raudfjorden is an area of immense natural beauty – dominated by beautiful glaciers. It is also a favourite spot for seals and the bird cliffs are bursting with activity.
Virgohamna, Danskøya
Two of the most courageous attempts to reach the North Pole started on the island of Danskøya. Swedish explorer Andrée made an attempt with a hydrogen balloon and American journalist Wellman started with an airship. There are still interesting remnants from these Arctic expeditions left on this site.
Bellsund
At the beautiful Vårsolbukta in Bellsund little auks nest by the tens of thousands. We go ashore and walk across the tundra to take a closer look at these charming birds.
Hornsund
The majestic Hornsund consists of several magnificent fjords along the west coast of Spitsbergen, where enormous glaciers calve out shimmering blue ice. This is one of the favourite haunts for some of Svalbard’s polar bears and if lucky we can spot one of them on the fjord ice.
Day 9: Disembark in Longyearbyen and departure
In the morning we leave the ship in Longyearbyen and begin our journey home.
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05 May 2025 - 13 May 2025 | USD $6090pp | ||
Triple Cabin | USD $6090pp | Contact us | |
Twin Cabin | USD $7090pp | Contact us | |
Twin Plus Cabin | USD $7490pp | Contact us | |
Double Cabin | USD $7490pp | Contact us | |
Double Superior Cabin | USD $8590pp | Contact us | |
Owner's Cabin | USD $9290pp | Contact us | |
12 May 2025 - 20 May 2025 | USD $6090pp | ||
Triple Cabin | USD $6090pp | Contact us | |
Twin Cabin | USD $7090pp | Contact us | |
Twin Plus Cabin | USD $7490pp | Contact us | |
Double Cabin | USD $7490pp | Contact us | |
Double Superior Cabin | USD $8590pp | Contact us | |
Owner's Cabin | USD $9290pp | Contact us | |
19 May 2025 - 27 May 2025 | USD $6090pp | ||
Triple Cabin | USD $6090pp | Contact us | |
Twin Cabin | USD $7090pp | Contact us | |
Double Cabin | USD $7490pp | Contact us | |
Twin Plus Cabin | USD $7490pp | Contact us | |
Double Superior Cabin | USD $8590pp | Contact us | |
Owner's Cabin | USD $9290pp | Contact us | |
26 May 2025 - 03 Jun 2025 | USD $6090pp | ||
Triple Cabin | USD $6090pp | Contact us | |
Twin Cabin | USD $7090pp | Contact us | |
Twin Plus Cabin | USD $7490pp | Contact us | |
Double Cabin | USD $7490pp | Contact us | |
Double Superior Cabin | USD $8590pp | Contact us | |
Owner's Cabin | USD $9290pp | Contact us | |
30 Apr 2026 - 08 May 2026 | USD $5990pp | Save up to US$500 | |
Triple Cabin | USD $5990pp | Save up to US$500 | |
Twin Cabin | USD $6990pp | Save up to US$500 | |
Twin Plus Cabin | USD $7390pp | Save up to US$500 | |
Double Cabin | USD $7390pp | Save up to US$500 | |
Double Superior Cabin | USD $8590pp | Save up to US$500 | |
Owner's Cabin | USD $9390pp | Save up to US$500 | |
07 May 2026 - 15 May 2026 | USD $5990pp | Save up to US$500 | |
Triple Cabin | USD $5990pp | Save up to US$500 | |
Twin Cabin | USD $6990pp | Save up to US$500 | |
Twin Plus Cabin | USD $7390pp | Save up to US$500 | |
Double Cabin | USD $7390pp | Save up to US$500 | |
Double Superior Cabin | USD $8590pp | Save up to US$500 | |
Owner's Cabin | USD $9390pp | Save up to US$500 | |
14 May 2026 - 22 May 2026 | USD $5990pp | Save up to US$500 | |
Triple Cabin | USD $5990pp | Save up to US$500 | |
Twin Cabin | USD $6990pp | Save up to US$500 | |
Twin Plus Cabin | USD $7390pp | Save up to US$500 | |
Double Cabin | USD $7390pp | Save up to US$500 | |
Double Superior Cabin | USD $8590pp | Save up to US$500 | |
Owner's Cabin | USD $9390pp | Save up to US$500 | |
21 May 2026 - 29 May 2026 | USD $5990pp | Save up to US$500 | |
Triple Cabin | USD $5990pp | Save up to US$500 | |
Twin Cabin | USD $6990pp | Save up to US$500 | |
Twin Plus Cabin | USD $7390pp | Save up to US$500 | |
Double Cabin | USD $7390pp | Save up to US$500 | |
Double Superior Cabin | USD $8590pp | Save up to US$500 | |
Owner's Cabin | USD $9390pp | Save up to US$500 |
**Prices are per person based on twin / shared accommodation.
**Single supplements may apply
Cabin Details
Triple Cabin
Located on deck 3, 2 lower berths, 1 upper berth, private bathroom, bathroom amenities, window, desk, chair, storage space.
Twin Cabin
Located on deck 3, 2 single beds, private bathroom, shower, bathroom amenities, window, desk, chair, storage space.
Twin Plus Cabin
Located on deck 3, 2 single beds, private bathroom, shower, bathroom amenities, window, desk, chair, storage space.
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Double Cabin
Located on deck 3, double bed, private bathroom, bathroom amenities, shower, window, desk, chair, storage space.
Double Superior Cabin
Located on deck 3 and 4, large double bed, private bathroom, bathroom amenities, shower, window, desk, chair, storage space, TV, DVD player.
Owner's Cabin
Located on deck 3 and 4, large double bed, private bathroom, bathroom amenities, shower, window, desk, armchairs, storage space, TV, DVD-Player, minibar.
Superior - Twin Cabin
Private bathroom, bathroom amenities, shower, window, desk, chair, storage space.
M/S Quest Deckplan
Specifications
- Built: 1992, refurbished in 2018
- Length: 50m
- Breadth: 11m
- Draft: 3.5m
- Engines: MAN / B & W, 1470 KW
- Ice Class: 1D (1B hull)
- Speed: 10-12 knots
- Displacement: 1,180 tonnes
- Guests: 50
- Registration: Bahamas
Whats included?
- 7 nights on board M/S Quest
- 1 night in a hotel in Longyearbyen
- Lunch day 2
- All meals on board
- Coffee and tea
- An experienced Expedition Leader and knowledgeable guides
- Guiding ashore and talks on board
- All excursions and activities
- Comprehensive information material before the expedition
- The trip is climate compensated
What’s not included?
- Flight to/from Longyearbyen
- Travel and cancellation insurance
- The customary gratuity to the ship’s crew
- Personal expenses such as bar and shop charges
Notes
Please note: Our exact route will depend on ice, weather conditions and wildlife. The places mentioned are just examples of some of the many sites Svalbard has to offer. We always strive to maximise your experience. Please remember that flexibility is the key to a successful expedition!