Croisières d'expédition Freya Arctic

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Freya

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Must go!!! What an experience on Svalbard Circumnavigation Cruise! We went on board Freya in August 2023 and it was absolutly amazing! We were very lucky to see a lot of wild life every single day... Walruses, bears (we could even see a family with mother and 2 kids), seals, lots of species of birds and whales... An absolute 10 star experience! We were very welcomed by a professional crew from the beginning. The food was tasty and there are plenty of treats along the day. The group was easy and got along pretty easilly. The guides were unstopable trying to please everyone and always on whacht for more wildlife. They knew all the trails and views in Svalbard and were very flexible adapting the schedual to the weather, moods and animal visits. They were unbelievably knowledgeable and enthusiastic complementing each other with facts from history, geology and wildlife. They always updated us after meals with the plan for the next couple of hours plan and tips for equipment. The small group experience (10-12 guests) makes it unique as we could observe the wild life for as much time as we wanted with no noise or interference from the big crowded ships and could explore places that other ships simply couldn't. The place it self is magical! No words to describe the misterious beauty of Svalbard. The glaciars are breath taking. Also the polar plunge was a fun adventure! Everything about the experience was spectacular, so if you are looking for a once in a lifetime adventure, is a must do!!

Doina

Freya

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The adventure of a lifetime: Each day was a new discovery. I never felt so connected with nature and wildlife. Entering the realm of ice, cruising through sea ice and among glaciers was an experience I'll never forget. We dropped zodiacs to explore endless remote places and wildlife, we even had a close up encounter with a polar bear. I had so much fun doing the polar plunge in the arctic sea. Every member of the crew was fantastic and excellent in doing their job. The cuisine exceeded my expectations, every meal was a piece of art. Rethinking about all these unforgettable memories makes me want to book for another trip. I recommend to anyone who wants to create unforgettable memories in the polar regions on a very cozy boat with only 12 guests that will make you feel like home for the entire journey.

Brett D.

Freya

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I'd do it all over again in a heartbeat: I woke every morning and looked out of my cabin window and thought to myself, I can't believe I'm here! Everything about the experience was spectacular, from breathing in the air, to listening to the glaciers. When I stepped on board we were welcomed so warmly by the crew - in fact, we were completely spoilt and nothing was ever too much hassle. We were well looked after and the food was fantastic! Our guides were unbelievably knowledgeable and enthusiastic! They took us to so many exciting places and if necessary would divide the group to suit everyone's needs. They truly enhanced the overall experience for me. It's been a week since I came home and I am still buzzing from the experience. I'd do it all over again in a heartbeat.

Csilla

Freya

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It was the best trip of my life! The size of the group was great - there were 10 of us on the MS Villa and each day brought us a new adventure. We were lucky enough to see 5 polar bears - with running commentary from our guides Chris and Celina and our photo guide Florian. They knew the story of some bears, their names, and age and anticipated their behavior giving us the best viewing experience. At the same time, they were always very respectful of the wildlife, making sure we did not stress them. We also had a chance to see walruses, seals, arctic foxes, reindeers, and amazing birds. We visited the pack ice and saw gorgeous glaciers, glacier cavings, and icebergs. We had a chance to discover settlements around Svalbard, Ny Alesund, and Ny London. They taught us about the animals, North Pole expeditions, and what's needed to survive the arctic. We were entertained over the course of the whole trip and when it was time to stay on the vessel, the MS Villa personnel catered to our every need. Chris - our guide also adjusted the trip based on weather conditions - enabling us to have an optimal experience while remaining as comfortable as possible. Overall I am really glad I have picked this trip. It was a trip of a lifetime.