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Svalbard: Ultimate Arctic Expedition Video
Published September 19, 2023
Experience the untamed beauty of Svalbard like never before with our Svalbard: Ultimate Arctic Expedition.
Please enjoy this short video from our recent photo expedition to this Arctic paradise, created by myself and Grant Ordelheide.
Svalbard is a place unlike any other. Alluring, inspiring, and simply jaw-dropping in every way.
This expedition was the greatest trip I've ever been a part of. We traveled to the far reaches of the polar north where we ran into floating sea ice and polar bears. We circumnavigated polar ice caps and icy waters. We ventured into the deep fjords, adorned with tidewater glaciers and rugged mountains. And we did so much more.
We had spectacular wildlife encounters and experiences in the natural world, from being close to polar bears, walrus, belugas, and arctic fox to seeing massive glaciers and being surrounded by sea ice.
We have limited spots on our available future Svalbard departures. I urge you to join us for this experience of a lifetime. I've never been so moved by a location and there's no better way to experience it than our small-ship expedition.
Get ready to be inspired, amazed, and transported to the heart of the Arctic with us.
Your adventure of a lifetime awaits.
Learn More: Svalbard: Ultimate Arctic Expedition.
Please enjoy this short video from our recent photo expedition to this Arctic paradise, created by myself and Grant Ordelheide.
Svalbard is a place unlike any other. Alluring, inspiring, and simply jaw-dropping in every way.
This expedition was the greatest trip I've ever been a part of. We traveled to the far reaches of the polar north where we ran into floating sea ice and polar bears. We circumnavigated polar ice caps and icy waters. We ventured into the deep fjords, adorned with tidewater glaciers and rugged mountains. And we did so much more.
We had spectacular wildlife encounters and experiences in the natural world, from being close to polar bears, walrus, belugas, and arctic fox to seeing massive glaciers and being surrounded by sea ice.
We have limited spots on our available future Svalbard departures. I urge you to join us for this experience of a lifetime. I've never been so moved by a location and there's no better way to experience it than our small-ship expedition.
Get ready to be inspired, amazed, and transported to the heart of the Arctic with us.
Your adventure of a lifetime awaits.
Learn More: Svalbard: Ultimate Arctic Expedition.
We offer world-class travel photography
experiences around the world.
Each tour is bundled with lodging, meals, and transportation between workshops included, allowing you to focus on photography instead of the stress of traveling.
experiences around the world.
Each tour is bundled with lodging, meals, and transportation between workshops included, allowing you to focus on photography instead of the stress of traveling.
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Receive a trip catalog that highlights all of our upcoming photo tours and workshops.Schedule a Trip Consultation
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Our regularly hosted webinars provide photography instruction from our own guides on a wide range of topics.Education Portal
Explore our library of articles that cover everything from common questions, to in-depth guides on how to achieve that perfect shot.BACKCOUNTRY JOURNEYS
"Backcountry Journeys offers guests the unique opportunity to explore our natural world from behind their own lens. We run a selection of hand-crafted Photo Tours, Workshops & Safaris connecting passionate people to exceptional experiences. Locations worldwide.
- Russ Nordstrand, Backcountry Journeys Founder & Director
- Russ Nordstrand, Backcountry Journeys Founder & Director
TRIP CATALOG
Download our Trip Catalog for detailed information on our many destinations for photography tours, workshops, and safaris.
All Images & Content are property of Backcountry Photography Tours, Workshops & Safaris LLCs - Copyright 2025
BACKCOUNTRY JOURNEYS
"Backcountry Journeys offers guests the unique opportunity to explore our natural world from behind their own lens. We run a selection of hand-crafted Photo Tours, Workshops & Safaris connecting passionate people to exceptional experiences. Locations worldwide.
All Images & Content are property of Backcountry Journeys Photography Tours, Workshops & Safaris LLC - Copyright 2025
TRIP CATALOG
Download our Trip Catalog for detailed information on our many destinations for photography tours, workshops, and safaris.