About the Expedition
The Sylvia Earle Ship
Built in 2022 and named in honour of Dr Sylvia Earle, this purpose built vessel was designed for Aurora Expeditions Australia to enable expeditions to even the most remote places on Earth.
Featuring the Ulstein X-BOW® design, it cuts through the swell for a smoother transit through waves while minimising its environmental impact.
Itinerary of the Expedition
23 June 2025
Arrival in Oslo
25 June 2025
Fly to Longyearbyyen
26 June 2025
Half-day culture and wildlife tour
26 June 2025
Embark on the Sylvia Earle
5 July 2025
Disembark on the Sylvia Earle
5 July 2025
Fly to Oslo
Expedition Highlights
Voyage: Svalbard – High Arctic
Charter Flight: OSLO-LYR-OSLO
Details of the Expedition
ROUTE
- 78°N: Longyearbyen, Svalbard – The journey begins in this Arctic gateway, home to an astounding 2100 glaciers.
- Beyond 80°N: Venture further north in pursuit of the remaining Arctic ice shelf.
- Eastward to Kritoya: Explore this remote region, circling Austfonna, one of the largest glaciers on Earth.
OBJECTIVES
- Encounter and observe a diverse range of Arctic Wildlife and awe-inspiring sights of sea ice platforms and calving glaciers.
- Witness the impact of climate crisis in the high Arctic environment, with invaluable insights provided by seasoned naturalists and climate science experts.
INCLUSIONS OF THE BIG ACE PACKAGE
- Transfer from airport to hotel on Day 3
- Three night’s hotel accommodation including breakfast, 2x Oslo, 1 x Longyearbyen (twin share)
- Sightseeing tour of Longyearbyen, before embarkation (weather permitting).
- Transfer from the pier to the airport in Longyearbyen on Day 13.
- Return charter flights between Oslo and Longyearbyen.
- Onboard accommodation (twin share) during the voyage, including daily cabin service.
- All meals, snacks, tea and coffee during the voyage.
- Beer, house wine and soft drinks with dinner.
- Captain’s Farewell reception including four-course dinner, house cocktails, house beer and wine, and non-alcoholic beverages.
- All shore excursions and Zodiac cruises.
- Educational lectures and guiding services provided by the Expedition Team.
- Complimentary access to onboard expedition doctors and medical clinic (initial consultation).
- One 3-in-1 waterproof, polar expedition jacket.
- Complimentary use of Muck Boots during the voyage.
- Comprehensive pre-departure information.
Scuba package – Premiere (about 12 dives) – USD 1398
Scuba package – Lite (about 6 dives) – USD 698
Kayak package (suits included) – USD 998
PRE-EXPEDITION FREE WORKSHOPS
Fine Art Painting Workshop (Modern)
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Photography Workshop
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Fine Art Painting Workshop (Water Colour)
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Speaking Workshop
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Essay Writing Workshop
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