Cheesemans' Ecology Safaris: Arctic and Alaska

Arctic

Come watch wildlife with us! Cheesemans' Ecology Safaris' distinctive worldwide tours travel to destinations unique for abundant and photogenic mammals, birds and nature. We emphasize maximum field time and action-packed wildlife photography during the best season at each destination. Hand-picked leaders and local guides combine amiable personalities with extensive knowledge of each region. All our tours provide a non-smoking policy in small groups. As a small company, we provide a personal touch and attention to every detail - just as we have done for over thirty years. We are dedicated to delivering the best possible wildlife encounters to you. Join us for an amazing experience!

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Svalbard Islands in the Norwegian Arctic

Polar Bear in Svalbard Islands with Cheesemans' Ecology Safaris
Polar Bear

All our Svalbard Island tours are led by Ted Cheeseman along with five other staff members and will take 54 participants.

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June 30 to July 12, 2011
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July 10 to 22, 2011
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Svalbard is a Norwegian archipelago extending from 74° to almost 82° north, within 500 nautical miles of the North Pole. At this latitude, the sun will not set during our mid-summer voyage, providing endless possibilities for spectacular photography. Spend eleven days on board the Polar Pioneer traveling through arctic waters among wildlife and icebergs. Enjoy encounters with Walrus, Bearded Seal, and possibly Ringed, Harp, and Hooded seals. Keep a sharp eye out for Polar Bears stalking seals on the sea ice and scan the oceans for Belugas and other rare arctic whales. Explore amazing cliffs covered with cliff-nesting birds, where kittiwakes and several species of alcids breed by the thousands. As most of Svalbard is now protected, it contains some of the densest nesting sites in the northern hemisphere. Travel by Zodiac along the fjords to see large colonies of Pink-footed, Barnacle, and Brant geese, along with Common Eider, King Eider, Long-Tailed Duck, and Svalbard Ptarmigan. Landings will provide the opportunity to see Arctic Fox, Svalbard Reindeer (an endemic subspecies), Ivory Gull, and Snow Bunting. Incredible wildlife plus breathtaking glacial landscapes make this an unforgettable voyage!

Due to popular demand, we scheduled two expeditions in 2011. The itineraries and ship are the same. You might consider taking both of these voyages back-to-back to extend your stay in these intriguing islands.

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