Overview - Franz Josef Land & Novaya Zemlya
From $15,995
Icebreaker Adventure
If unique wildlife and rugged Arctic landscapes are what you’re after, this is the expedition for you. From the remote, icy islands of Franz Josef Land to the isolated mountain ranges of Novaya Zemlya, this Arctic adventure visits some of the largest walrus rookeries and seabird nesting areas in the Arctic. Your journey is an expedition of extremes to a challenging land that has intrigued explorers since the 1800’s.
In brief:
- Zodiac landings provide access to seldom visited sites
- Birds-eye view of the archipelago with included helicopter rides
- On board lecturers and educational presentations from Polar Specialists
- Opportunities to see Polar wildlife in its natural habitat
- Crunch through Arctic ice on board an LL3 Icebreaker
Learn more about Franz Josef Land with Expedition Leader Laurie Dexter
Franz Josef Land & Novaya Zemlya Images
Franz Josef Land & Novaya Zemlya Itinerary
Expedition Summary
- Day 1
- St. Petersburg, Russia
- Day 2
- Embarkation Day in Murmansk
- Day 3
- The Barents Sea
- Day 4
- Morning at Sea & Bell Island
- Day 5
- Northbrook Island & Hooker Island
- Day 6
- Jackson Island
- Day 7
- Stolichky & Appolonov
- Day 8
- Wilchek Land
- Day 9
- Champ Island
- Day 10
- Oransky Islands
- Day 11
- Inostrantseva Bay
- Day 12-13
- At Sea
- Day 14
- Disembark in Murmansk
- Day 15
- Departure - St. Petersburg, Russia
