Ocean Adventurer: Greenland Explorer – Valley and Fjords
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Greenland is Europe’s final frontier: its grandeur is unquestionable and yet unknown to most travelers. Sailing along Greenland’s coast is the best way to sample the rich history and diversity of this beautiful and dramatic country and to encounter an ancient culture surviving in a modern world
Cruise on zodiacs and experience the landscapes and wildlife from various perspectives
Optional kayak adventure on selected expeditions
Itinerary in Brief
Day 1: Arrive Reykjavik
Day 2: Embarkation Day in Akureyri
Day 3-4: East Greenland
Day 5-7: South Greenland
Days 8-13: Greenland’s West Coast
Day 14: Disembarkation in Kangerlussuaq
Day 15: Depart Reykjavik
Day 1: Arrive in Reykjavik
Arrive in the Icelandic capital this morning and transfer to our included hotel. You will have the day on your own to explore the city. Join us at the hotel in the evening for a welcome reception and orientation.
Day 2: Embarkation Day in Akureyri
You’ll fly from Reykjavik to Akureyri to board your vessel and begin your expedition. Get ready for a great adventure ahead!
Day 3-4: East Greenland
Experience a true arctic ghost town when we visit the abandoned settlement of Skjoldungen, where inhabitants were forced to move to larger, more accessible towns in 1961. The narrow part of Skjoldungen Fjord is an ideal place to explore by Zodiac. Those who opt for our kayaking program may have an opportunity to get out on the water to glide past icebergs and capture some great photographs.
Day 5-7: South Greenland
Climbers and mountaineers around the world know Tasermiut Fjord, one of the world’s most prolific big-wall playgrounds. This part of Greenland is particularly dramatic, being nicknamed the Arctic Patagonia. A bit of a history lesson will be provided here as you learn about the settlements of the area, founded by Erik the Red. As we round Cape Farewell, the southernmost point of Greenland, we will call in at the natural hot springs found in the Uunartoq area, soak in the geothermal waters and watch the icebergs pass by.
Days 8-13: Greenland’s West Coast
Heading north, you’ll stop at some of the quaint villages that dot the islands and fjords of Greenland’s western side. You’ll find friendly faces, local artisans and colorful houses on the wildflower- covered tundra. You’ll visit Nuuk, the capital of Greenland and home to fewer than 16,000 people. You’ll have time to wander the streets and see the Hans Egede Church and Hans Egede statue near the waterfront, both named after the missionary who founded the settlement. You’ll also visit the museum to see the famous Greenlandic mummies.
The nearby town of Sisimiut is an interesting place to visit, as there are more dogsleds here than humans. Evighedsfjorden, which means “Fjord of Eternity,” is a favored place for us to put the Zodiacs in the water for some more in-depth exploration. This long, deep fjord has very few settlements, so you’ll come to appreciate nature in its rawest form. There will be an opportunity for hiking among the towering mountains, and you’ll have plenty of chances to photograph the colorful tundra and dramatic landscapes.
The west coast of Greenland provides many dramatic, mountainous landscapes where fjords open into the sea. You will explore the Ilulissat Icefjord, home to one of the world’s fastest-moving glaciers. Moving approximately 62 feet (19 meters) per day, the glacier provides you with a great opportunity to photograph ice crashing into the sea. Continuing along, the Amerloq Fjord offers a chance for you to stretch your legs by exploring abandoned villages and ancient Thule sites.
Day 14: Disembarkation in Kangerlussuaq
Today, you’ll board your direct charter flight back to Reykjavik, Iceland. Upon arrival in Reykjavik, we will transfer you to your hotel.
Day 15: Depart Reykjavik
After breakfast, you can make your way home at your leisure or spend some more time in Reykjavik.
Departs - Selected dates (listed below)
Ship Cabins: Ocean Adventurer
Triple cabin
Cabin size: 12m²
Two lower berths and one upper berth
Located on main deck
Private facilities
Porthole with exterior views
Lower-deck twin cabin
Cabin size: 12m²
Two lower berths
Located on lower deck
Private facilities
Porthole with exterior views
Main-deck twin porthole
Cabin size: 11m²
Two lower berths
Located on main deck
Private facilities
Porthole with exterior views
Main-deck twin window
Cabin size: 13m²
Two lower berths
Located on main deck
Private facilities
Two windows with exterior views
Superior Cabin
Cabin size: 12.5m²
Two lower berths
Located on upper deck
Private facilities
Windows with exterior views
Deluxe Cabin
Cabin size: 15m²
Two lower berths
Located on Captain's deck
Private facilities
Windows with exterior views
Suite
Cabin size: 20m²
One double bed
Located on Captain's deck
Private facilities
Windows with exterior views
Cabin 403 has a bathtub other suites have shower stalls