Spitsbergen In Depth

Our Clients’ Reviews

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  Duncan Short

  SPITSBERGEN IN DEPTH

  

  Written August 2011

  The Arctic can be a place of uncertainty.  But the weather, the ice  and the wildlife (polar bears, foxes and millions of birds) did all the right things at the right time in the right places 

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  What was the most inspirational moment of your trip?

  There were several.  Seeing a mother bear with two cubs out on the pack ice, miles from land, just after they had eaten a seal.  The birds, the rock cliffs and the resulting scenery at Alkefjellet.  Enjoying the silence and the remoteness, floating motionless in a Zodiac (with ten other adventurers and the engine turned-off) enveloped in fog with the ship out of sight

  What did you think of your group leader?

  Graham 'Woody' Wood is a resourceful, pragmatic and flexible group leader with many years' experience of the Arctic and its many changeable moods and conditions.  Whatever had happened to change last night's plans for today, Woody always came up with a satisfying alternative that filled our day and enhanced our experience and enjoyment of the location - the landscape, the environment, the vegetation, the inhabitants, the sea and the ice - that we were in on that particular day.   His enthusiasm inspired us all, passengers and other team members alike.

  Do you have any advice for potential travellers?

  Go prepared to be surprised.  Whatever happens to change the proposed programme, something else always turns up to fill your day and your senses.  The Arctic and Svalbard in particular is a place like no other on Earth.  Empty your mind of any preconceptions and drink in the special atmosphere and all that it contains, remote from the pressures and chaos of 'civilisation', to refresh your soul and your mind  

  Is there anything else you would like to add?

  Under the influence of Woody and his equally enthusiastic team an atmosphere of camaraderie and social inclusion quickly develops.  The joy of sharing your (new) experiences with like-minded people with shared interests from several parts of the world greatly enhances the pleasure and sense of fulfilment that comes form such an adventure  

   
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  Michael Fleming

  SPITZBERGEN IN DEPTH

  

  Written August 2010

  A true experience 

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  What was the most inspirational moment of your trip?

  The Arctic and the Svalbard Archipeligo is simply a magical place. The wild life, serenity,and the feeling of "adventure" makes this a very special experience.  Put this on your "Bucket List"

  What did you think of your group leader?

  First Class.  A bit bossy at times but he had to be, especially when our safety was / could be under threat from Polar Bears.

  Do you have any advice for potential travellers?

  Yes, GET OFF THE SHIP AT EVERY OPPORTUNITY or you will miss a lot of the magic.

  Is there anything else you would like to add?

  All of the Exodus planning worked well for us ...everything was where it should have been.