With the world’s largest fjord system, Greenland beckons you to explore on this 14-day voyage on the Ocean Atlantic. Iceberg-choked fjords, tundra hikes, and the Arctic wildlife of Greenland National Park create picture-perfect scenes every day. See some of the world's best displays of the Northern Lights. The Inuit settlement of Ittoqqortoormiit and its inhabitants offer you a rare connection to the past with their tradition of living off the land. One of the most active expeditions, you can climb atop mountains and watch herds of grazing musk oxen on the horizon. This is pure wilderness, the untouched Arctic as it was thousands of years ago.
Highlights
Experience Greenland’s vast landscapes and the world’s largest fjord system
Visit the largest and most remote national park on the planet
Spend time in a local Inuit community, Ittoqqortoormiit
Catch sightings of muskoxen, arctic fox, seabirds, dolphins, and whales
Involves minimal physical effort and is typically associated with leisurely activities. Activities are low-intensity or last less than a few hours each day.
Fly from Reykjavik to the northern Icelandic town of Akureyri. Embark the Ocean Atlantic. Settle in to your cabin and familiarize yourself with the ship and her crew. As you sail out to sea, your first wildlife sightings are seabirds above and whales below. Get ready for a great adventure!
Sail through the Denmark Strait en route to mysterious Greenland. Your onboard Expedition Team keeps you informed and entertained with presentations about Greenland’s wildlife, history, and geography.
Fjords and flower meadows punctuate the scenery of Greenland National Park, where arctic fox and musk oxen roam free. Your days are spent exploring and learning about the unique history and geology of Greenland.
King Oscar Fjord is a hiker’s paradise. Marvel at the vibrant fall colors as you walk across the tundra at Holm Bay, cruise in a Zodiac through spectacular Alpefjord, or challenge yourself with a trek to the top of nearby Ella Island (the views are worth it).
From Ella Island, head to the Antarctic — the Antarctic Sound, that is. Yes, curiously, there is an Antarctic Sound in the Arctic. The area is home to beautiful purple and gold-colored rocks, with Ymer Island and Blomsterbugten, known as the "Bay of Flowers," ready to explore in the distance. Keeping a constant eye out for wildlife, then head south along the Liverpool Coast. Weather conditions are variable here, but your crew aims to visit Storfjord.
Arriving at Scoresbysund, find yourself mesmerized by the largest, longest, and – some say – most beautiful fjord system in the world. This area was named for William Scoresby, who charted the east coast of Greenland in 1822. With clear skies, you may catch a glimpse of the northern lights during your evenings in the fjord.
At the start of the sound, Itoqqortoormitt is East Greenland’s most northerly community. You have the chance to support the local Inuit artisan community by purchasing unique handicrafts. Your time here is spent bonding with the Inuit people and gaining an appreciation of their way of life.
Sailing on, deeper into Scoresbysund, encounter massive icebergs and an ancient Thule settlement as you approach Sydkap and Øfjord. The scenery here is beyond belief, with towering mountain sides and hundreds of apartment-sized icebergs playing tricks with your sense of perception.
Pushing onward, your expedition comes to Rypefjord and Kap Hofmann Halvø. Keep your eyes peeled for sightings of rare blue icebergs, which are more normally seen in the Antarctic. With binoculars in hand, birders should keep watch for wheatears, snow buntings, and ravens at Rypefjord.
At Cape Hofmann Halvø, you have a good chance of experiencing muskoxen up close and enjoying a final hike out on the colorful tundra.
Your homeward journey re-crosses the Denmark Strait, giving you a couple of days for whale watching. During your crossings you may see white-beaked dolphins and humpback, minke, and blue whales. Birders enjoy spotting kittiwakes, gannets, guillemots, fulmars, and razorbills on your journey back to Iceland.
Day 14: Disembark in Akureyri, Iceland | Fly to Reykjavik
1 Breakfast
Your Greenland adventure comes to an end as you enter port in Akureyri and board your flight to Reykjavik. A transfer is provided to downtown Reykjavik. If you have time, it’s worth sticking around to explore this great city.
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Category G - Single
Size 9-10 m². Cabins feature a single bed, private bathroom, and a porthole. Located on Columbus Deck (Deck 4).
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Category F
Size 18-21 m². Large Inside Triple Cabin, featuring a double or two single beds, and a fold-out single bed, a relaxing sitting area, and a bathroom with a bathtub, and a porthole. Located on Marco Polo Deck (Deck 5).
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Category E
Size 18-21 m². Large Inside Cabin, featuring a double or two single beds, a relaxing sitting area, and a bathroom with a bathtub. Located on Marco Polo Deck (Deck 5).
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Category D
Size 11-12 m². Featuring two single beds, private bathroom, and a porthole. Located on the Columbus Deck (Deck 4).
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Category C
Size 12-13 m². This Standard Cabin has two single beds, private bathroom, and a window. Located on the Marco Polo Deck (Deck 5).
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Category B
Size 20-23 m² Featuring a double bed or two single beds, a sofa bed that enables triple accommodation, a relaxing sitting area, private bathroom and windows. Partly obstructed view. Located on the Magellan and Hudson Deck (Deck 7 & 8).
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Category A
Size 19-24 m². Featuring a double bed or two single beds, a relaxing sitting area, a private bathroom, and windows. Located on the Marco Polo Deck (Deck 5).
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Premium Suite
Size 35 m². These 2-room suites are designed with a large double bed or two twin beds, an elegant living room, a large private bathroom, and windows. Located on the Marco Polo Deck (Deck 5).
Notes
Kayaking activities available on both Arctic and Antarctic voyages.
Although kayaking opportunities are possible in most locations during each excursion in the Antarctic region, weather, sea and ice conditions will dictate the when and where to ensure your safety and improve your experience.
In order to sign up for this activity, you need to have previous kayaking experience and attend a mandatory safety briefing by the Kayak Master. The cost is $250/person per outing and it can only be booked onboard.
Initial deposit is 25% of cruise fare, and most travelers will call our office and pay the deposit with a credit card.
Final payment is due 130 days prior to departure by bank transfer, check or credit card. Only Visa and Mastercard are accepted for deposit. The operator does NOT accept AMEX or Discover
This was my first experience with Adventure Life - and I couldn't have been more pleased with the trip. The guides and local staff in both Buenos Aires and Uruguay were terrific - extremely helpful and accommodating. I really enjoyed meeting the friendly staff in Buenos Aires in person (I left my bags with them for the afternoon).
Karen Snider
TrustScore 4.8 | 174 reviews
TrustScore 4.8 of 5
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8 hours 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
1 day ago
Mary was so pleasant and professional. She made sure all of our questions were answered.
