Following in the footsteps of the polar bear and cubs featured in Snow Bears on BBC1 this Boxing Day, travelling with bespoke travel outfitter Natural World Safaris. Travel to the Arctic in 2018 for a rewarding opportunity to see the ‘King of the Arctic.’
Spring Polar Bear and Icebergs of Baffin Island, Canadian High Arctic
Explore the remote Canadian High Arctic with Inuit guides on this intrepid safari. In the land of the polar bear, camp in tents right in the ice. While temperatures rarely rising above -20°C, the opportunity to see polar bears emerge with the cubs for the very first time is an experience not to forget. Traverse the wild landscapes and watch the Northern Lights illuminate the sky.
Prices for the Spring Polar Bear and Icebergs of Baffin Island Safari start from £9,595 for nine days, excluding international flights. Set departure dates available between March and April 2018.
Polar Bear Explorer, Svalbard
Explore the captivating Spitsbergen Archipelago aboard the M/S Malmo, one of the most intimate expedition ships in the region, searching for Arctic wildlife in the frozen landscapes. The small size of the ship allows for easier access of the hunting ground of the polar bear to enjoy close-encounters. Visit ice filled fjords, towering bird cliffs and seek out colonies of walrus basking in the sun whilst also spotting whales breaching in the icy seas.
The Svalbard Polar Bear Explorer Safari starts from £6,695 for nine days, excluding international flights/ Set departure dates available between May to August 2018.
Northwest Passage & Greenland Explorer, Arctic Canada
Explore the High Arctic on a once in a lifetime expedition through the remote Northwest Passage. Follow in the footsteps of Arctic explorers to witness immense tabular icebergs calving, kayak through fjords and get to know the local families. Visit the stunning Conningham Bay and wake up to the stunning scenery of Bellot Strait to spot harp seals, bearded seals and the majestic polar bears.
The Northwest Passage & Greenland Explorer Safari starts from £6,750 for 13 days, excluding international and charter flights. Set departure dates available between August-September 2018.
For more information, visit: www.naturalworldsafaris.com or +44 (0)1273 691 642
Photos by David Yarrow (polar bears) and Richard Denyer
