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Over six days we will visit a wide range of panoramic sites in the Isfjorden area, paddling through new and exciting areas each day. Isfjorden is the largest fjord in Spitsbergen, and extends 107 km inland. Isfjorden has a vast number of smaller fjord arms, from Trygghamna in the west to Tempelfjorden to the east and Ekmanfjorden on the north bank.

On this kayak expedition we focus on the northern parts of Isfjorden. There is less boat traffic in this area, and we can paddle undisturbed past huge glacial faces such as the spectacular Sveabreen. The area teems with birdlife, and we can see rare and beautiful polar flora whilst soaking up the fascinating local history. We can study cultural remains from both mining and exploration, as well as remnants from hunting and trapping life.

Our aim for the expedition is to reach Dicksonfjorden and Kapp Smith. From here we will be brought back to Longyearbyen and civilisation by Polarcirkel boats on Saturday afternoon.

Itinerary

9.00am pick up at hotel.

Briefing, preparations and packing of equipment, before the tour starts.

Transport to Yoldiabukta with Polarcirkel boats.

Yoldiabukta is sheltered from weather and wind, and is the perfect location for going through safety procedures and doing basic training. Our first night will be spent here, where we can enjoy the fantastic view towards the Wahlenberg Glacier

Today we start the expedition in earnest. We plan to pass Wahlenberg and Svea glaciers. We will pass towering glacier fronts and paddle through iceberg strewn waters. We cross the fjord in secure distance to the mighty glacier front, before we set up our next camp on the north side of Svea glacier. When we are lucky we can listen to the glacier calving in the midnight sun.

From magnificent glacier landscapes to the green and lush Ekmanfjord. Here, in the inner part of Isfjorden, we find an interesting area for paddling as well as a wide range of beautiful places to stretch our legs on land.

From the inner part of Ekmanfjorden we round Kapp Wærn and head on towards Kapp Smith. Across the fjord we can see one of the few remaining active trapper stations on Spitsbergen

The day is spent in the Kapp Smith area, investigating the beautiful surroundings. Here we will be collected for our return to Longyearbyen, where will arrive after lunch.

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