Early this morning, as we sailed along the Freemansundet, our day began with another incredible wildlife sighting. Near Sundneset, we spotted our third polar bear of the trip—a large male walking calmly along the hillside close to the old cabin located there. After a while, he sat down to rest, giving us the chance to admire him in great detail from a safe distance. It was a peaceful and unforgettable moment.

As we continued towards our scheduled landing at Kapp Lee, the surprises weren’t over. Just as we were preparing for the operation, we spotted another polar bear, this time a female, feeding near the landing site—and she wasn’t alone. An arctic fox had joined her, likely hoping to share in the leftovers. With wildlife so close, landing here was no longer possible, and we adapted our plans accordingly.

In the afternoon, we rerouted to Boltodden in Kvålvågen, a landing site that offered a completely different but equally fascinating experience. Here we discovered two historic cabins, striking geological formations, and—perhaps most impressively—dinosaur footprints embedded in the rocks. It was a special opportunity to reflect on both the human and natural history of Svalbard, making it another memorable stop on our journey.