During this 4-day cruise aboard the 3 mast-schooner Rembrandt van Rijn visit the island of Grimsey and take a guided walk across the Arctic Circle. At night observe the stunning Aurora borealis (Northern Lights). While sailing across Skjafandi Bay hope to see humpback whales, minke whales, white-beaked dolphins and harbour porpoise.
Highlights
Observe the Northern Lights, Aurora borealis
Attempt a zodiac landing on the island of Grimsey
Sail across Skjafandi Bay searching for humpback and minke 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.
Embark in Akureyri at 16.00 hrs. The ship leave port in the early evening and sail north towards the island of Grimsey. Late night arrival and anchor outside town. At night you might see Aurora borealis (Northern Lights).
Depending on weather conditions attempt a zodiac landing on the island of Grimsey in the morning. Take a guided walk across the Arctic Circle. There is a sign on the island which marks the coordinate 66,34 degree North. The Arctic Circle is the most northerly of the five major circles of latitude that mark maps of the Earth. After lunch get back on the ship and depart towards the small town of Husavik. While sailing across Skjafandi Bay hope to see whales. In the evening arrive near Husavik and anchor outside town.
Spend the morning in town of Husavik with free time ashore and the possibility to visit the whale museum (entrance fee not included). Lunch is served onboard. In the afternoon the ship sail across Skjafandi Bay with good chances to witness humpback whales, minke whales, white-beaked dolphins and harbour porpoise. Spend the night at sea, and arrive in Akureyri in the early morning hours.
Day 4: Akureyri | Disembark
1 Breakfast
Disembark in Akureyri after breakfast at 09.00 hrs (no bus provided on this day).
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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 20%, and most travelers will call our office and pay the deposit with a credit card.
Final payment is due 90 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
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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.
