Three Arctic Islands

Embark in the afternoon and set sail

Spitsbergen is the largest of the islands in the Svalbard archipelago. Here we will see spectacular glaciers and steep-walled fjords with walrus, polar bear, various whales and reindeer among the likely wildlife sightings. Birders will be looking out for Arctic terns, skuas, long-tailed ducks, kittiwakes, little auks and the rare ivory gull.  

Days at sea watching for whales and birds from the deck, attending interesting lectures or just relaxing.

During our tour of Greenland's remote eastern coast, we  will enjoy Zodiac excursions and shore visits to several locations, including the remains of ancient Thule settlements. We will also lookout for grazing Musk Oxen - 40% of the world's population of this fascinating mammal lives here. Finally, we sail into spectacular Scoresby Sund, the birthplace of many icebergs, and the longest fjord system in the world.

Time at sea spotting marine mammals and birds from the observation deck and taking in the last of our interesting lectures.

Disembark in the port of Akureyri and take charter flight to Reykjavik for onward or return travel.