Monument symbol on the northern edge of europe, Magerøya 38 39 D I SCOVER MORE AT SWANHE L L EN I C .COM Extraordinary Encounters Svalbard is home to one of the largest populations of polar bears in the world, with an estimated population of around 3,000 bears. Frequently referred to as the King of the Arctic, these apex predators are well adapted to survive in Svalbard’s harsh conditions. And not just because their thick fur and fat protect them from the cold, but also because their very adaptable diet allows them to find a meal just about anywhere. They primarily prey on ringed seals but will also eat walruses, fish, rodents, berries and even human garbage. In Svalbard, polar bears are protected by law, and hunting them is illegal. However, given their large numbers and proximity to human settlements, polar bears are considered a threat to human safety, and strict regulations are in place to minimise conflicts between bears and humans. For example, anyone leaving the safety of a settlement must carry firearms at all times. Arctic Circle Explorer Customer care Knowledge Passion Panama Canal Navigator Equator Voyager Drake Passage Conqueror Polar Plunge Survivor Penguin Arctic Fox Polar Bear Wellbeing Zodiac Northwest Passage Traveller Snorkling Kayaking Wildlife Nature Flights Cruise Drive Hotel Trekking/ Hiking Birdwatching Taste Achievements Travel Onboard Onshore Fauna Shore excursion Culture Live it! Customer care Pagoda Folding fan Archeological Sites Indigenous South America Indigenous New Zealand Indigenous Polar Cultural sight Historic building Church Synogogue Knowledge Passion Panama Canal Navigator Equator Voyager Drake Passage Conqueror Polar P Surv Penguin Arctic Fox Polar Bear Wellbeing Polar Meteorology Zodiac Northwest Passage Traveller Snorkling Wildlife Nature Geology Snow shoe Flights Cruise Drive Hotel Trekking/ Hiking Birdwatching Travel Onboard Onshore Fauna Shore excursion Culture North Cape Experience Magerøya, Norway Travel to the top of Europe as we drive to Norway’s most ‘arctic’ corner. Cross the 71st parallel and watch the landscape change. Dramatic cliffs, desolate coastlines and raw wilderness define this beautiful yet haunting place. As we make our way to the plateau (once only accessible to the bravest mountaineers), we’ll look out for the reindeer that graze here over the summer and the thousands of puffins, gannets and cormorants nesting in the cliffs. Included Hike to Bymarka Trondheim, Norway From Trondheim town centre, we’ll hike through forested hills and green farmland as we make our way to Bymarka, a local recreational epicentre famous for its winter cross-country skiing. As we gain height, the view of the town and countryside below becomes increasingly spectacular. Continuing through the forests of Bymarka, we’ll eventually reach Gråkallen hill, which sits around 500m (1700 feet) above sea level. Take in the incredible mountain and fjord scenery before returning to Trondheim by bus. Optional Stepping Out Customer care Knowledge Passion Panama Canal Navigator Equator Voyager Drake Passage Conqueror Polar Plunge Survivor Wellbeing Zodiac Northwest Passage Traveller Snorkling Flights Cruise Drive Hotel Trekking/ Hiking Birdwatching Achievements Travel Onboard Onshore Shore excursion Zodiac Arctic Circle Explorer Customer care Knowledge Passion Panama Canal Navigator Equator Voyager Drake Passage Conqueror Polar Plunge Survivor Wellbeing Zodiac Northwest Passage Traveller Snorkling Kayaking Wildlife Nature Flights Cruise Drive Hotel Trekking/ Hiking Birdwatching Taste Achievements Travel Onboard Onshore Shore excursion Kayaking
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