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Experience a wildlife safari like no other in Greenland's Skjoldungen and get the chance to observe a variety of Arctic animals. From $5,150, discover the beauty of Greenland on one of these 14 Wildlife Viewing Tours for 2025 and 2026, led by experienced guides who know the best places to spot these stunning creatures. Look out for Arctic foxes, reindeer, different types of whales, seals, dolphins, porpoises, puffins and oystercatchers in their natural habitats. Don’t miss out on this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to explore this captivating region - contact one of Adventure Life's tour specialists today to help plan your seamless trip! 
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Western Greenland landscape
$15,679
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Southeast Greenland: Exploring at the Edge of the Ice Cap

Roundtrip Reykjavik - 10 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Endurance
  • Explore Southeast Greenland fjords
  • Experience Arctic Wildlife
  • Kayak among Arctic towering iceberg
  • Visit Paleo-Eskimo and Thule
  • Explore the King Frederick VI Coast
Starts / Ends:
Reykjavik / Reykjavik
Activities:
Adventure Options, Archaeological Site Visits, Hiking, Kayaking, Small Ship Cruises, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Explore Southeast Greenland’s remote coastline on this roundtrip adventure from Reykjavík aboard the National Geographic Endurance. Navigate fjords and glacial waters fed by the massive ice cap, and visit rarely seen areas. Kayak among icebergs, Zodiac cruise along glaciers, and hike …
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Kayak among icebergs in Sydkap, Greenland
$15,679
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Southeast Greenland: Exploring at the Edge of the Ice Cap

Roundtrip Reykjavik - 10 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Resolution
  • Explore Southeast Greenland fjords
  • Spot whales and Arctic wildlife
  • Kayak among Arctic towering iceberg
  • Discover Inuit and Thule
  • Explore the King Frederick VI Coast
Starts / Ends:
Reykjavik / Reykjavik
Activities:
Adventure Options, Archaeological Site Visits, Hiking, Kayaking, Small Ship Cruises, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Explore Southeast Greenland’s remote coastline on this roundtrip adventure from Reykjavík aboard the National Geographic Resolution. Navigate fjords and glacial waters fed by the massive ice cap, and visit rarely seen areas. Kayak among icebergs, Zodiac cruise along glaciers, and hike …
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Zodiac Cruise Tasermiut Kangerlnat Fjord, Greenland
$16,695
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Southern Greenland: On the Trail of the Vikings

Reykjavik - Toronto - 14 Day Itinerary aboard Sylvia Earle
  • Visit Qaqortoq
  • Explore Hvalsey
  • Discover Aappilattoq
  • Experience Prince Christian Sound
  • Discover Kangertitivatsiaq Fjord
Starts / Ends:
Reykjavik / Toronto
Activities:
Hiking, Kayaking, Small Ship Cruises, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on a 14-day expedition cruise from Reykjavik to Toronto aboard the Sylvia Earle. Explore Greenland, the world's largest island, characterized by towering peaks and extensive glaciers. Trek across the tundra to spot arctic foxes and reindeer, tasting wild berries en route. Glide through …
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A polar bear wanders onto an iceberg in Greenland
$11,680
50% Off
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Greenland In Depth

Reykjavik to Kangerlussuaq - 12 Day Itinerary aboard SH Vega
  • Learn history of the Arctic people
  • Admire the sparkling icebergs
  • Capture huge narwhal pods
  • Explore turbulent history Vikings
  • Marvel at Sirmilik National Park
Starts / Ends:
Reykjavik / Kangerlussuaq
Activities:
Kayaking, Small Ship Cruises, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Join us on a 12-day Greenland Discovery: West Greenland cruise on board the boutique ship to see a remote and fascinating part of the world. Traditional ways of life can still be seen against a backdrop of stunning arctic scenery and immense mountains. Navigate through an intricate fjord system …
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The northern lights dance over the Arctic landscape
$5,150
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South Greenland Explorer, Aurora Borealis, Incl. Flight from Copenhagen to Narsarsuaq

Narsarsuaq - Keflavik - 10 Day Itinerary aboard MV Plancius
  • Discover Lichtenau
  • Encounter traditional hunters
  • Venture into Igutsait
Starts / Ends:
Narsarsuaq / Keflavik International Airport
Activities:
Small Ship Cruises, Village Visits, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on a thrilling 10-day South Greenland Explorer cruise from Narsarsuaq to Keflavik aboard MV Plancius, starting with a flight from Copenhagen. Explore Erik the Red's historic home, soak in Uunartoq's hot spring, and marvel at the stunning Prins Christian Sund. Encounter local life in …
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Zodiac cruising near a Greenlandic glacier
$9,945
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Greenland Explorer

Reykjavik - Kangerlussuaq - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Albatros
  • Explore Ikateq's WWII history
  • Discover Tasiilaq's traditions
  • Navigate Kuummiut's calm fjords
  • Sail into Skjoldungen's beauty
Starts / Ends:
Reykjavik / Kangerlussuaq
Activities:
Kayaking, Small Ship Cruises, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on a 12-day expedition cruise from Reykjavik aboard the Ocean Albatros, retracing the maritime route of Norse settlers over a millennium ago. Your journey begins in East Greenland, exploring the rugged shores, Tunumiit culture in towns like Tasiilaq and Kuummiut, delving into modern history …
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The shores of Prince Christian Sound
$9,945
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Greenland Aurora Explorer

Kangerlussuaq - Reykjavik - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Albatros
  • Explore Kangerlussuaq wilderness
  • Discover Kangaamiut traditions
  • Experience Sermilik glacier-filled
  • Visit Aappilattoq village
Starts / Ends:
Kangerlussuaq / Reykjavik
Activities:
Kayaking, Small Ship Cruises, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Join this 12-day expedition cruise through the fjords of West Greenland aboard the Ocean Albatros, taking you on a journey back in time. Starting in the lush landscapes of South Greenland, the very region that inspired the island's famous name, visit historic sites like Brattahlid, Erik the …
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Solar eclipse, mysterious natural phenomenon when Moon passes between planet Earth and Sun
$13,695
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Greenland Solar Eclipse

13 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Albatros
  • Discover Skjoldungen
  • Discover Tasiilaq
  • Experience Denmark Strait
  • Explore Reykjavik
Starts / Ends:
Reykjavik / Kangerlussuaq
Activities:
Hiking, Kayaking, Small Ship Cruises, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on a 13-day cruise from Reykjavik to Kangerlussuaq aboard the Ocean Albatros. On August 12, 2026, witness a total solar eclipse in the remote Blosseville Coast of East Greenland. Anchored at the eclipse's center, experience 2 minutes and 17 seconds of totality from the calm landing …
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Stunning landscapes in Prince Christian Sound
$15,598
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Glaciers, Fjords & Indigenous Cultures

Roundtrip Reykjavik - 14 Day Itinerary aboard Seabourn Venture
  • Cruise scenic Skjoldungen Fjord
  • Traverse Prince Christian Sound
  • Visit Qaqortoq's Viking ruins
  • Experience Nuuk's cultural fusion
Starts / Ends:
Reykjavik / Reykjavik
Activities:
Kayaking, Small Ship Sailing, Village Visits, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on a 14-day cruise aboard the Seabourn Venture. Start in Reykjavik, where Viking history meets geothermal landscapes. Sail to Heimaey, the largest Westman Island, to explore volcanic sites and massive puffin colonies. Cross to Greenland's Umivik Bay, the starting point of Nansen's …
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Walruses huddling together in Svalbard.
$13,700
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Expedition to the Edge of the Ice Sheet

Reykjavík - Kangerlussuaq - 14 Day Itinerary aboard L'Austral
  • Explore Reykjavik
  • Cruise through stunning landscapes
  • Meet Indigenous people of Greenland
  • Spot Arctic-adapted wildlife
Starts / Ends:
Reykjavik / Kangerlussuaq
Activities:
Small Ship Cruises, Village Visits, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Travel to the very edge of the Greenland ice sheet on this unforgettable Arctic expedition cruise. Board L'Austral in Reykjavik and set off on this 14-day sailing to the stunning land and seascapes along Greenland's coast. Cruise through stunning fjords, sail past massive glaciers, and …
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Northern lights - Aurora borealis
$11,000
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East and South Greenland Explorer, Aurora Borealis, Incl. flight from Narsarsuaq to Copenhagen

Longyearbyen - Narsarsuaq - 21 Day Itinerary aboard MV Plancius
  • Explore Longyearbyen’s history
  • Sail through Foster Bay
  • Traverse Kaiser Franz Josef Fjord
  • Explore Antarctic Sound’s islands
  • Discover Thule dwellings
  • Bathe in Uunartoq’s hot springs
Starts / Ends:
Longyearbyen / Narsarsuaq
Activities:
Northern Lights, Small Ship Cruises, Village Visits, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on a 21-day East and South Greenland Explorer cruise aboard the MV Plancius. Start in Longyearbyen, exploring the former mining town. Sail through Isfjorden, spotting minke whales. Witness East Greenland sea ice and visit Foster Bay, home to musk oxen and geese. Journey through fjords, …
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Walruses huddling together in Svalbard.
$12,980
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Expedition to the Edge of the Ice Sheet

Reykjavík - Kangerlussuaq - 14 Day Itinerary aboard Le Lyrial
  • Explore Reykjavik
  • Cruise through stunning landscapes
  • Meet Indigenous people of Greenland
  • Spot Arctic-adapted wildlife
Starts / Ends:
Reykjavik / Kangerlussuaq
Activities:
Archaeological Site Visits, Small Ship Cruises, Village Visits, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on an Arctic expedition cruise to the edges of the Greenland ice sheet. Begin your 14-day adventure aboard Le Lyrial from Reykjavik, navigating through landscapes along Greenland's coast. Cruise through fjords, glide past glaciers and savor tranquil days at sea observing icebergs …
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Stunning landscapes in Prince Christian Sound
$9,499
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Greenland Discovery

Reykjavik - Kangerlussuaq - 12 Day Itinerary aboard World Navigator
  • Explore Reykjavik
  • Discover Grundarfjordur
  • Experience Tasiilaq
  • Enjoy Qaqortoq
Starts / Ends:
Reykjavik / Kangerlussuaq
Activities:
Kayaking, Village Visits, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on a 12-day cruise from Reykjavik to Kangerlussuaq aboard the World Navigator. Explore Grundarfjordur's landscapes that inspired Jules Verne, experience Inuit traditions in Tasiilaq, and witness whales near Skjoldungen Island. In Qaqortoq, enjoy Greenlandic culture with a local kaffemik …
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The edge of Greenland's ice cap
$9,499
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Nordic Adventure

Kangerlussuaq - Reykjavik - 13 Day Itinerary aboard World Navigator
  • Discover Kangaamiut
  • Marvel at Nuuk waterfalls
  • Visit Paamiut whale shores
  • Discover Qaqortoq Viking ruins
Starts / Ends:
New York / Reykjavik
Activities:
Fishing, Kayaking, Stand Up Paddle Boarding, Village Visits, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on a 13-day cruise from Kangerlussuaq to Reykjavik aboard the World Navigator. Savor Greenland's culinary delights in Nuuk with a gourmet outing that pairs local cuisine with craft beers. In Qaqortoq, experience a traditional kaffemik, a community celebration shared with new friends. …
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