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Arctic Cruising

Arctic cruising offers an unparalleled adventure into one of the planet’s most remote and pristine regions. Ships glide through icy waters, presenting breathtaking vistas of towering glaciers, vast ice fields, and rugged coastlines. Each stop along the journey reveals the stark beauty of the Arctic landscape, home to iconic wildlife such as polar bears, walruses, and reindeer. Passengers can explore remote islands and fjords, experiencing the surreal midnight sun or, in the colder months, the mesmerising Northern Lights. Excursions include zodiac trips for close-up views of icebergs, guided hikes on the tundra, and visits to indigenous communities that share their unique culture and history.

Please note that the estimated temperature, rainfall and recommended months of when to go are based on Longyearbyen’s weather patterns

Where to Book

  • Northwest Fjord in Scoresbysund in eastern Greenland

  • Polar bear in South Spitsbergen

  • Humpback whales in the waters of Ilulissat

  • Arctic waters of Svalbard

  • Northern lights over the frozen Arctic

Average temperature

Information below is based on average highest temperature for each month.

  • -9℃
  • -9℃
  • -9℃
  • -6℃
  • 0℃
  • 5℃
  • 9℃
  • 8℃
  • 3℃
  • -2℃
  • -5℃
  • -8℃
  • 3
  • 3
  • 3
  • 2
  • 1
  • 2
  • 3
  • 4
  • 4
  • 3
  • 4
  • 3

Information above is based on the average number of days which experience some form of rainfall for each month.

Rainfall

When to Visit

Below gives you information and a rating of the best time of year to visit.

January

February

March

April

May

June

July

August

September

October

November

December

Our Ratings

  • Most Recommended
  • Recommended
  • Highly Recommended
  • Not Recommended

Where to book


Hapag-Lloyd Cruises is a leading cruise brand in the luxury and expedition sector. The ships are small and outstanding in their class. They are the only ships in the world to have been awarded the highest rating of 5 stars by Insight Guides.

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From origins over 38 years ago providing coach tours along Australia’s Great Ocean Road, Scenic Luxury Cruises & Tours has led the way in truly all-inclusive river cruising, ultra-luxury expedition ocean cruising, and worldwide handcrafted land journeys. This is more than luxury travel, it’s unrestricted global navigation inspired by decades of expertise.

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From the frozen realms of the Arctic and Antarctica to the captivating landscapes of Africa and beyond, Wildfoot Travel ventures to the most remote corners of the globe. With 34 years of expertise, their team crafts transformative journeys around your clients’ needs, going beyond the ordinary to immerse travellers in nature’s wonders. ATOL and ABTA protected for your peace of mind...

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