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Arctic Expedition: Journey to the Land of 3,000 Polar Bears

🐻‍❄ Every traveler heading to the Arctic dreams of seeing polar bears. · 🐻‍❄ Out of the approximately 26,000 polar bears in the world, nearly one-ninth (over 3,000) reside in Svalbard. However, the permanent human population here is just over 2,000, making it a true land where bears outnumber people. · 💫 The Kingdom of Polar Bears 👉 Road signs here don’t warn about "caution vehicles" but rather "beware of polar bears." If you want to hike, you’ll need to hire a local armed guide for safety. If you plan to land at a specific spot, an expedition team must scout the area in advance. · 👉 The best way to see polar bears in Svalbard is undoubtedly by cruise ship, where you can encounter them amidst the vast sea ice. · 💯 Arctic Expedition Cruise Routes 🚢 Embark on a five-star ship to explore the land of 3,000 polar bears. · 💟 Hondius Spitsbergen Circumnavigation 💟 Highlights of the Route · 🌟 Witness BBC Documentary Scenes ✅ Polar bears feasting on sea ice, their mouths stained red. ✅ Polar bear mothers and cubs resting on the crystal-blue ice fields. ✅ Playful polar bear cubs frolicking among the ice floes. · 🌟 Unparalleled Arctic Scenery ✅ Sail deep into the Arctic Circle towards Nordaustlandet at 80°N, just 870 km from the geographic North Pole. ✅ Cruise along the 5-km-long Monaco Glacier, a prime hunting ground for polar bears. ✅ Explore by zodiac or kayak, encountering Arctic seabirds, walruses, and whales. ✅ Go ashore for Arctic hikes; in summer, the tundra blooms like a colorful carpet, perfect for stunning photos. · 🌟 Hassle-Free Chinese Services ✅ Two Chinese-speaking guides provide full-service support, eliminating language barriers. ✅ Chinese expedition team members onboard offer lectures and broadcasts with Chinese translations. · 💟 Hondius Spitsbergen Circumnavigation 💟 Cruise Advantages · 👍 [Ice Class] During summer, as sea ice melts, the floating ice becomes a natural hunting ground for polar bears. The Hondius boasts an ice class of 1AS, allowing it to easily break through ice layers and venture deep into the Arctic, offering close-up observation opportunities. · 👍 [Expertise] Svalbard spans 61,022 square kilometers, and spotting polar bears requires both timing and luck. Oceanwide has been operating polar expeditions since 1993, with extensive experience. In the 2023/24 Arctic season, all voyages successfully spotted polar bears. · 📆 Travel Dates: July 1–14, 2024 (14 days, 12 nights) Customizable extensions to Iceland and the Faroe Islands are available, offering a comprehensive Arctic experience. · Experience the vibrant Arctic summer, cruise alongside polar bears, and marvel at glaciers. For more details, leave a comment 💬.
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Posted: Aug 1, 2025
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