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EXPEDITIONS
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ARCTIC EXPEDITIONS
Few places are still as undiscovered as the hidden fjords of Northern Norway during wintertime. The rough, high-peaked mountains are powdered with snow and the winter light can be incredible. Even in December when the sun is not rising above the horizon, the blue pastel colours of the sky are magnificent. In addition, the mysterious landscape is often illuminated by the legendary Northern Lights during clear nights, making up for the relatively short days of “daylight�. Cruising through this spectacular wilderness scenery has a humbling impact on those travellers entering the great northern land, filled with wildlife and a fascinating human history. We invite you onboard the comfortable small expedition ship M/V Quest. We will cruise the sheltered coastline, inside and along a beautiful archipelago of islands, keeping our eyes peeled for wildlife and occasionally exploring the land by snowshoes. For the last couple of years huge numbers of Orcas and Humpback Whales have joined an annual hunt for herring in the North-Norwegian fjords during wintertime. We are sailing in the area where the herring feast is expected. But, as the traveling pattern of both the whales and herring is rather unpredictable we aim to be highly flexible with our schedule and route.
White taled sea eagle
Humpback whale
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LET’S EXPLORE
HERITAGE ARCTIC MAINLAND EXPEDITIONS Here we travel into hidden fjords dotted with small Norwegian fishing settlements. You can expect to see orcas, humpbacked whale, sperm whale, seals, otter, sea eagles and the dancing northern lights!
SPECIAL ACCESS We are fortunate to have agreements with local friends and neighbours who have given our voyages exclusive permission to access privately-owned land, thus securing a high class experi-ence for our guests. We highly care about the environment and nature and would like to give something back to the local community. On every trip try as far as possible we will try to bring the guests on shore to clear one beach for plastic and marine pollution
ARCTIC EXPEDITIONS UNDER THE NORTHERN LIGHTS WITH SPECTACULAR WILDLIFE VIEWING With many years of expeditions in the Arctic, our extensive knowledge of the local coastline, weather systems, and how these variables affect the native wildlife, is a true asset. You will feel the sting of icy salt water in the wind, breaching of many species of whales, breathtaking northern lights and a taste of local history and way of living.
OPEN WHEELHOUSE A unique feature, we encourage our guests to visit the bridge. Here you can gain an authentic perspective. You can interact with the Captain, observe navigation along charted course, hear ship-to-shore communications, and listen to seafarer tales from experienced Viking mariners.
ACTIVE EXPLORATION During our small-ship expeditions, you can look forward to an ongoing series of destination lectures, photo presentations, daily recaps, and onshore interactive walks. On land journeys, one or two field experts will share their intimate knowledge of the region, its wildlife and its cultures, while ensuring that you have a smooth and well-rounded expedition experience.
INSPIRING CULTURES rctic peditions itineraries offer an excellent opportunity to discover and experience old coastal traditions. You’ll learn methods of everyday life, hunting, and fishing from people indigenous to the region.
ARCTIC & ENVIRONMENTAL AWARENESS With great knowledge comes great responsibility. We believe that sharing our knowledge and educating our guests through individual experience is of primary importance in the preservation of the unique wilderness that we have the privilege of exploring. At rctic peditions our relationship to the people in our region is crucial and we feel proud to enhance these relationships by supporting our local economy.
Fishing village in the Arctic Norway
FRESH COASTAL NORWEGIAN CUISINE rctic peditions takes pride in presenting a taste of local food from the farms and ocean along the coast. Much of the seafood you’ll have the opportunity to enjoy will have been caught the same day from local fishing vessels, or by yourself. We are proud to have local breweries and distilled spirits onboard our vessels. Such native specialities contribute to the delight of a journey for those who travel with us.
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Arctic Norway
Lofoten
Bodø
HIDDEN FJORDS and NORTHERN LIGHTS TOURS
Orcas spyhopping Humpback whales feeding on herring
HIDDEN FJORDS
NORTHERN LIGHTS
DESIGN YOUR OWN CRUISE
SHIP: M/V Quest DURATION: 4 and 5 days 3 and 4 nights onboard FROM-TO: Tromsø - Tromsø DATES: October - i
SHIP: M/V Quest and M/V Strønstad* DURATION: 5 days 4 nights onboard FROM-TO: Tromsø - Tromsø DATES: October - i
SHIP: St ta eo e GUESTS: Groups from 4 to pax FROM-TO: On demand DATES: a a y a a y
· Searching for whales · Wildlife watching · Northern lights · On shore experience · Local culture and history
ARCTIC NORWAY HIDDEN FJORDS AND ISLAND ADVENTURE SHIP: et St ta DURATION: 8 days 7 nights onboard Bødo FROM-TO: Alta - Tromsø DATES: October i · Northen Lights · Sami Culture · Northern Light Cathedral · Whales and wildlife watching
Northern Lights over the fjords
· Northen Lights · Sami Culture · Northern Light Cathedral · Whale and wildlife watching [ *M/V Strønstad on request ]
WHALES AND NORTHERN LIGHTS SHIP: DURATION: FROM-TO: DATES:
M/V Strønstad [ on request ] On demand On demand October - February
· idden f ords in northern orway · ocal culture and e periences · Northen Lights · Whales and wildlife watching
· Swimming with whales · Northern Lights experience · Ski by boat · ike by boat · Your own dream adventure
Orca
Humpback whales feeding on herring
SWIMING WITH WHALES St ta SHIP: GUESTS: On demand FROM-TO: On demand DATES: October - a
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· Whale experience · Northern Lights cruise · Option for photo session on shore Humpback whale breaching
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SPITSBERGEN/SVALBARD ADVENTURES
Boarding the RIB boats from M/V Quest
SPRINGTIME CRUISE
SVALBARD ADVENTURE
EXPEDITION SVALBARD
LOFOTEN, BEAR ISLAND and SVALBARD
DESIGN YOUR OWN CRUISE
SHIP: M/V Quest ONBOARD: 9 days / 7 nights DATES: May
SHIP: M/V Quest ONBOARD: 9 days / 7 nights DATES: June
SHIP: M/V Quest ONBOARD: 11 days / 10 nights DATES: July - August
SHIP: M/V Quest ONBOARD: 10 days / 9 nights DATES: May
CHARTER: M/V Leone or M/V Strønstad GROUPS: From 4 to 16 pax DATES: On demand
· Arctic wildlife · Searching for polar bears · Polar history
· Arctic wildlife · Searching for polar bears · Polar history
· Bodø - Bear Island - Svalbard · Explore the Norwegian and Arctic coastline, filled with wildlife, history and local culture.
· Design your own expedition and explore the arctic wilderness. · Ski by boat · Bike by boat
M/V Quest in Svalbard
· Arctic wildlife · Searching for polar bears · Polar history
Puffin
Arctic Tern
Walrus
Svalbard reindeer
Taking pictures of a polar bear
Fulmar
Arctic fox
Polar bear
Bearded seal
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OUR FLEET
M/V QUEST
Expedition Ship The ship was built in Denmark in 1992 to serve as a ferry on Greenland’s west coast. In 2004/2005 she was completely refurbished and now has a career as a small and comfortable expedition ship. o ete y e bi e a a a e g a e i S e i o o e ati g a a a o o tab e a io e e itio cruise i
Specifications: Passengers: 54 Length: 45 m Built: 1992 Cabins: 26 Ice classification.
M/V STRØNSTAD
Small Expedition Ship Built in 1955 as a typical local ferry and passenger ship, sailing the harsh and though waters around Lofoten and norther Norway. Today refurbished to a exclusive little ship, providing comfortable accommodations and facilities.
Specifications: Passengers: 16 Length: 45 m Built: 1952 Cabins: 6
M/V AURORA EXPLORER High Speed Passenger Catamaran Built 1999 and served as a local ferry between the islands outside Bodø. Consecutively refurbished, have sailed as tourist expedition vessel for Arctic Explorer since 2015. With big panorama windows, large outer deck, confortable seats and high speed, this is the first choice to chase whales and for wildlife experiences at the coastline of northern Norway, and a fast and comfortable transport between destinations in Spitsbergen. Specifications: Passengers: 146 Length: 23,98 m Width: 9 m Built: 1999 Serv. speed: 20 kn Handicap toilet
M/V LEONE
Versatile Ice Class Ship A nice little ship originally built in 1987 with ice classification, as a fishing vessel in the Baltic Sea. Rebuilt completely to a yacht style ship with nice accommodations.
Specifications: Passengers: 9 -10 Length: 15 m Built: 1991 Cabins: 5
M/V ARCTIC OCEAN
Targa 44 - Speed boat With ample room both inside and out, as well as outstanding performance in all conditions. Very comfortable boat yet capable to reach 35 knots. Arctic Ocean takes you to your destination with complete peace of mind.
Specifications: Passengers: 12 Built: 2008 Length: 14,36m Width: 4,0m Top speed: 35 kn 6 beds, 2 x wc 1 shower.
RIB: NORTH EXPLORER I & II High Speed RIBs (Rigid Inflatable Boats) With capacity for 12 passengers per boat and capable to reach 70mph, our RIB boats are ready for all short of adventures in the Arctic Norway. From Whale Safari, Fjord and Landscape cruises, Midnight Sun, ... you name it! We provide all the safety gear and warm suits, balaclava, mittens and goggles.
Specifications: Passengers: 24 (12 per boat) Max speed: 70 mph Engines: 2×350 hkMvh/Rgds
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PHOTO CREDITS: DAVID GONZALEZ - BUENDIA PHOTOGRAPHY - LIGA SIRAVA - ARCTIC EXPLORER - ADRIAN NORDENBORG - MATTIAS HENNINGSSON [ ALL THE PICTURES HAVE BEEN TAKEN DURING EXPEDITIONS OR TRIPS WITH ARCTIC EXPLORER ]
DESIGN: BUENDIA MEDIA
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