Lapland reveals its most beautiful northern lights

Your Boat

• Explorer
• 9 total cabins
• 12 people max
• 8 crew members

You will be sailing aboard the polar yacht, Grand Large. Since it was built in 1964, this 40 meter long by 8 meter wide ship has had several lives (Norwegian Navy ship, privately owned...). Today, the Grand Large is a true floating hotel, perfectly suited to polar exploration cruises. You will appreciate its elegant and wooded decoration. On the main deck you will find the restaurant and bar, which is perfect for relaxing with a drink at the end of the day. There is also a small and friendly lounge on this level. The outdoor deck offers a 360-degree panoramic view, ideal for observing cetaceans and other marine mammals.

• Observation deck
• Restaurant
• Bar
• Salon

The owner reserves the right to replace with a different boat model of the same quality and performance

Your Cabin

The boat has 8 cabins (2 superior double cabins, 2 deluxe double cabins, 4 standard double cabins). They are all equipped with a double bed or two single beds, storage space and a bathroom with private toilet.

Itinerary of your cruise

Your guide has prepared a complete itinerary in Norwegian Lapland for you. This is the perfect place to sail with the whales in the Lyngen Alps and to scout the sky at night for the Northern Lights.

The itinerary may be changed without prior notice due to technical or weather conditions.
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Frequently asked questions

• Is everyone on board English-speaking?

  Please note that this cruise is not exclusive to English travelers. It is quite common to meet people of various nationalities on board as we offer cruises to international clientele - encouraging curious and enriching exchanges for both passengers and crew.
  Crew members are multilingual and qualified to offer multilingual service.

• What documents do I need to travel to Norway?

  All French nationals can enter freely with a valid national identity card or passport (for any stay of less than 30 days).
  
  Please note: national identity cards issued to adults between 1 January 2004 and 31 December 2013 will still be valid 5 years after the expiry date (indicated on the back). However, the Norwegian authorities have not recognised this extension. We therefore recommend that you use a passport instead of an identity card that has expired.
  
  This information is subject to change by the authorities of the country visited. It is not uncommon for border crossing rules to change. We therefore strongly advise you to refer to the "travel advice" section of the France Diplomatie website: https://www.diplomatie.gouv.fr/fr/conseils-aux-voyageurs/.
  Nationals of other countries should enquire about formalities at the consulate of their home country.

• Who arranges the flights to Tromsø?

  Your flight tickets can be booked by the GlobeSailor team. Just let your consultant know when you book your cruise.

• How are my transfers between the airport and the boat organized?

  Your transfers to and from Tromsø airport are included in your package. Don't forget to inform your consultant of your arrival time.

• How are meals organised on board the boat?

  During your cruise, you will benefit from the full board formula, including: breakfasts, lunches and dinners. Drinks are not included. Please check the terms and conditions of your quotation. Your adviser will be able to send you the menus proposed on board on request. They are often prepared using fresh, local produce. Please inform us as soon as possible if you are allergic to certain foods or if you are on a special diet.

• What is the climate like here?

  In January it is dark almost 18 hours a day and in February and March about 12 hours.
  It is generally between -1°C and + 4°C.
  It snows 11 to 13 days a month.

• What payments do I have to make to confirm my reservation?

  To confirm your booking, you must inform your GlobeSailor advisor who will make an option for you while you collect your deposit. The reservation will only be considered final once your deposit has been received (by bank transfer, Paypal or credit card), from 30 to 50% of the amount of the reservation. A deposit of 100% will be required for any reservation made less than one month before departure. The balance is due 45 days before departure at the latest.

• What happens in case of cancellation?

  In case of cancellation, you must notify your GlobeSailor consultant as soon as possible. Whatever the cause, the following cancellation fees will be due: up to 90 days before departure: 25% /// from 89 to 60 days: 50% /// from 59 to 30 days: 75% /// from 29 days to departure: 100% of the amount of your reservation.
  We advise our clients to take out cancellation insurance with Ouest Assurance: http://www.ouest-assurances.fr