All expedition cruise lines that travel to Arctic areas where polar bears are a part of the fauna have a staff of \\u0026ldquo;polar bear guards\\u0026rdquo; on board, as required by local regulation. This team goes on shore ahead of guests to survey the area and make sure there are no polar bears in sight. If a polar bear is spotted at the landing site, guests are not allowed on shore at that time. All guides and polar bear guards are trained and experienced in handling firearms and carry signal guns and rifles as required by the governor of Svalbard.