An invitation to reflect, to slow down, to listen, and to connect with a world beyond words
By: Belén G. Ovide
Beyond Travel, Into Presence
Through this captivating short movie, we move beyond the idea of Arctic travel as tourism and into something quieter, more attentive. A space where observation replaces intrusion, and where the rhythm of the environment sets the pace. Animals, shifting light, vast glaciers, and the smallest details come together to reveal a world that is both resilient and deeply fragile.
Creating Space for Stories to Emerge
Filmed during the Ocean Missions Svalbard HOPE Expedition 2024 and the Bottlenose Expedition from Svalbard to Iceland in 2025, this project reflects what we stand for: respect for the places we navigate, love for the ecosystems that host us, and a responsibility to protect them.
Observing without disturbing
Directed by Belén García Ovide and Yeray Martín Perdomo, the film is shaped by a careful and considered approach. Much of the footage was captured by drone, demonstrating that with experience, patience, and the right technology, it is possible to document wildlife without disturbance, allowing animals to remain calm, undisturbed, and fully within their natural behavior.
This is not just a visual record. It is an invitation to understand the animal world and reflect on the fragility of the Arctic and the urgency of protecting the arctic wildlife. A reminder that these remote regions are not separate from us, but they are essential to the balance of life on Earth.
And perhaps most importantly, it asks a simple question:
How do we choose to co-exist with animals and places that cannot speak for themselves?
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