Edgeøya
Named in the 17th century after an English whaler, Thomas Edge, this is the third largest island in the archipelago. Visitors today will find remains of old trappers huts and evidence of the whaling indsutry still stains the landscape. The southeastern corner is often favoured by large numbers of walrus and large kittiwake colonies attract Arctic foxes. During the winter this is also an important denning area for polar bears and that can lead to some great sightings.
Map of Edgeøya
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Trips that visit Edgeøya
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For breathtaking contrast and easy travel, this round-trip Arctic adventure combining Svalbard and northern Norway is hard to beat. Head north from Tromsø via little-visited Bear Island to spend six days experiencing Svalbard’s deep fjords, glittering glaciers and diverse Arctic…
- 11 Days
- $7,480
For those who value comfort without the formality, this expedition offers a relaxed yet refined onboard experience. Seamless logistics, including chartered domestic flights, ensure a smooth and stress-free journey to and from the Arctic. The ship’s serene, Scandinavian-inspired design provides…
- 8 Days
- $6,282
Circumnavigate the largest island in the Svalbard archipelago, cruising as far as 80° North to reach the edge of the pack ice. This voyage includes an impressive eight days of off-ship exploring, with ample opportunities to spot remarkable Arctic wildlife…
- 10 Days
- $7,895
Delivering a whopping 12 full days of exploration under the midnight sun, this voyage appeals to both wildlife enthusiasts keen to boost their chances of sighting Svalbard’s captivating fauna and the slow traveller who wants to get under the skin…
- 15 Days
- $23,495
