Embark on a unique arctic cruise aboard your 34-passenger sailing vessel, Rembrandt van Rijn, on this 10-day journey. Explore the rugged shores of West Greenland with stops at remote ports of call on this exciting polar cruise.
Involves minimal physical effort and is typically associated with leisurely activities. Activities are low-intensity or last less than a few hours each day.
Take a chartered plane from Kangerlussuaq to Aasiaat. Aasiaat is a settlement which was created in the 17th century to support the whaling at the mouth of Disko Bay. Its port is ice free from late spring to early winter.
Start today just south of the large Jakobshavn Glacier with its enormous icebergs. The Jakobshavn Isfjord is a World Heritage Site. Just south of the glacier, you may have the opportunity to climb a hill and enjoy the view across the bay with icebergs.
In the morning, land at Flakkerhuk, on the east side of Disko Island, navigating through waters dominated by huge icebergs. The crew intends to land at several points along the coast, such as Narujuk and Modderbugt, to observe populations of birds typical to the High Arctic, including long-tailed skua, turnstone, and grey phalarope. The birds breed on a beautiful tundra landscape backed by basalt cliffs.
Arrive at Sydbay (Ukivik), where the 18th century whalers traded with the Greenlanders at the annual Assivik - a time when people from a large area come together on a beautiful sandy beach. Make a landing at nearby Isortoq, where remains of houses from the Thule culture can be found. In this area you may also see reindeer.
Kangaamiut, at the mouth of Evighedsfjord (Eternities fjord), is a friendly Greenlandic village where people still indulge in handicraft. Some way into Evighedsfjord,, near the glacier fronts of Sermetsiaq and Taterat Sermiat we are surrounded by mountains of nearly 2000m high. In the mouth of this fjord system we often see humpback whales.
East of Hamborgerland we reach the fantastic landscapes of the Sermilinguaq Fjord. The Maniitsoq area has rugged scenery with mountain tops flanked by glaciers reaching down to the sea.
Day 7: South of Maniitsoq between Alanngua and Atamik
South of Maniitsoq, between Alanngua and Atamik, land at the base of a large impact crater, caused by a huge meteorite that hit the earth about 3 milliard years ago. It is the oldest impact structure recorded to date on earth.
Day 8: South of Maniitsoq between Alanngua and Atamik
On the island of Akilia, you may find some of the oldest sedimentary rocks (about 3.9 milliard years old) that has been found at the surface of the earth. The waters somewhat to the west are a good place to see humpback whales and blue whales.
Day 9: Nuuk
1 Breakfast, 1 Lunch, 1 Dinner
Today, sail into the Nuuk fjord and land at Nuuk at mid-day. Nuuk (Godthåb - Neu Herrenhut), the capital of Greenland, has a rapidly growing population of about 20,000 people. An excursion should include a visit to the museum, which has a remarkable collection of Inuit mummies dating from the 15th century, which were found near Uummannaq, further to the north. The Cultural Center of Nuuk, which each year has an exhibition of the work of a Greenlandic artist, is also worth visiting.
Day 10: Disembark in Nuuk
1 Breakfast
From Nuuk fly home via Kangerlussuaq or Reykjavik.
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Notes
- Rates are quoted in U.S. dollars and represent costs per person, double occupancy.
- Cabins are available for single occupancy at 1.7 times the double occupancy rate.
- Children between the ages of 3-15 receive a 40% discount in triple cabins, one child per cabin.
- Due to the extreme nature of itinerary destinations, travel insurance is mandatory for all cruises aboard the Rembrandt Van Rijn - including medical, accident and repatriation/evacuation insurance.
Initial deposit is 25% cruise cost, and most travelers will call our office and pay the deposit with a credit card.
Final payment is due 70 days prior to departure by bank transfer, check or credit card. All final payments by credit card may be subject to a surcharge and maximum of $20,000 charge
Beyond expectations! Then again we weren't sure what to expect. Lovely stay at the lodge, met other like-minded travelers (many had their trips planned by Adventure Life) and the owner was a gracious hostess. It felt like you were one happy family, visiting with a favorite aunt.
Nancy Sin
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The response from Adventure Life to my first inquiry was prompt and promising. I worked with Jamie Broeckel, Trip Planner, via text, email, and phone calls- always extremely responsive and thorough with information and explaining the process to arrange a private tour for me to Malaysia Borneo. Within about week, the booking was complete and I made decisions because of Jamie's great customer service , friendly manner, and overall competence on behalf of the company's travel expertise. Now I have an itinerary, additional Trip Planner Assistants, several links for vital information for traveling to Maylasia, etc. Still many details for Sept. trip, but now the heavy lifting is done and I can enjoy the rest of the anticipation and research!! Thanks Jamie- you are amazing!!!!
Susan Campo
2 days ago
The trip was not only memorable for the amount of animals we saw but also for the people and accommodations at the two camps where we stayed. Our first guide, BK, was a wealth of information about the animals, landscape and down to the plants and what they were used for. Everyday out was a learning experience with him. All the people at the camps were gracious and the food was excellent.
Our second camp in the Okavanga was just as good as the first as far as the staff, accommodations, food and animals. After our experience at the first camp we amazed that the high quality remained the same. Our guide, G, made sure we were able to enjoy every experience including a rush through the bush to witness a cheetah and an ensuing hunt that he heard over his radio.
In both camps there were enough guides out that if they saw something the other guides were informed which helped in seeing as much as possible. It was also nice that the concessions were large enough that we did not have vehicles following each other throughout the day.
Normally there is always something in a trip of this length that we think could be improved upon but this is the rare case where we cannot think of anything. From the time we left the States to when we returned it was one of the most hassle free vacations we took.
Perhaps emphasizing the use of the laundry facilities at the camps would be useful because of the luggage restrictions would be the only thing I can think of as an improvement to future clients.
Kenneth Dropek
3 days ago
Mary was so pleasant and professional. She made sure all of our questions were answered.
