Polar Explorer Icebreaker Cruise by Your Own Transportation

During 3 hours you will be a witness to the massive ice breaking power of the vessel, joina guided tour all the way down to the engine rooms, and all way up to Captain’s bridge. The tour is available in 16 languages via audio guide application and includes an 11 min movie in the icebreaker cinema about icebreakers all over the world.

You can relax in the cozy saloon enjoying warm juice, or go for walk on the frozen sea ice during the stop. The icebreaker makes a pool free of ice and every visitor can take a swim in the dark icy water wearing a flotation survival suit. The captain will present a Cruise & Swim Certificate to everyone as a memorable gift.

What’s Included:

• On this tour option, you will need to arrive to cruise terminal with your own transportation or request a Private transfer from Beyond Arctic.

• 3-Hour Polar Explorer Icebreaker Cruise: Feel the raw strength of the Polar Explorer as it crushes its way through thick sea ice on a spectacular 3-hour journey across the frozen Bothnian Sea. It’s an unforgettable ride through the heart of Lapland’s winter wilderness.
• Guided Tour of the Icebreaker by Audio Guide app – Get exclusive access behind the scenes with a guided tour through the ship — from the powerful engine room to the Captain’s bridge. Learn how icebreakers work and what it takes to navigate through the arctic— the audio guide is available in 16 languages for a fully personalized experience.
• Icebreaker Cinema Film – Watch an engaging short film in the ship’s onboard cinema, showcasing icebreakers from around the world and their importance in arctic exploration.
• Walk on the Frozen Sea – During the cruise stop, step directly onto the thick, frozen sea ice — a surreal and unforgettable moment surrounded by silence and snow.
• Ice Swimming (Optional) – For the adventurous: suit up in a thermal flotation survival suit and float safely in the icy waters, surrounded by frozen wilderness. A once-in-a-lifetime thrill you’ll never forget.
• Cruise & Swim Certificate – Commemorate your experience with an official certificate signed by the Captain — a perfect keepsake of your polar celebration.

  PLEASE NOTE: Starting time of the cruise is given on Swedish time! Please note that there is one hour time difference between Sweden and Finland.
  
  Polar Explorer Icebreaker cruise terminal:
  291C Axelsviksvägen, Kalix S 952 95, Norrbottens län, SE

WHY CHOOSE THIS TOUR?

• Unique Icebreaker experience in the Bothnian sea
• Family friendly and suitable for children

• Icebreaker Cinema Film

• Ice floating in survival suits experience at the frozen sea