Northeast Greenland - Northern Lights

Your Arctic Northern Lights expedition will begin in the Icelandic capital city of Reykjavik where after arriving independently you can make your way to your hotel for your overnight stay. You may wish to arrive a couple of days early to allow more time to sample some of this vibrant city’s many delights.

On the morning of day 2 you will join the transfer to the port to board your ship and settle in to your comfortable surroundings. As we set sail you will get fantastic views of Reykjavik’s surrounding landscapes. Your experienced expedition crew will brief you on what’s ahead as you embark on your Arctic adventure.

Today will be spent at sea sailing across the Denmark Strait towards Greenland. Take the time to relax and enjoy the comforts of your expedition ship, watch a movie, sip on a cocktail from the bar or simply take advantage of the chance to put your feet up before the adventures that lie ahead. You can join interesting presentations and talks about the wildlife, geology and history of the Arctic, whilst on deck the nature experts onboard can help you to identify the seabirds and whales that may be following the ship.

In the evening, as with every night on this specially timed Arctic cruise, we will hope for clear skies and the chance to spot the incredible Aurora Borealis dancing in the night skies.

The next 5 days of adventure will offer ample opportunities to experience the unique beauty of this remarkable area. Enjoying daily Zodiac excursions, you will visit several locations on Greenland’s remote northeastern coast, exploring the remains of ancient Thule settlements and keeping an eye out for grazing muskoxen - 40% of the world’s muskoxen population lives here!

With a flexible itinerary for our time here, places we may visit include Kong Oscar Fjord where magnificent vistas await, the flower-rich Botanikerbugt and the often ice-choked Ella Øya. We also hope to enjoy a visit to the remote community of Ittoqqortoormiit at the entrance to Scoresbysund, the world’s longest fjord, to learn all about the traditional way of life here and will keep our eyes peeled for more polar bear observation opportunities.

After a long day of excursions, each evening will bring another opportunity for viewing the spectacular Northern Lights!

Leaving the magnificent wonders of Greenland behind, your last 2 days at sea will be the perfect opportunity to relax and reflect on all that you will have experienced over the last week. Sip an icy cocktail in the bar, spend some time on deck spotting more seabirds and whales, take the time to collate the countless photos you will have no doubt taken on your voyage or join the last of your informative and entertaining presentations and talks on all things Arctic.

On the morning of day 11 your arrival back in the port in Reykjavik will sadly signal the end of your journey. After disembarkation, a transfer will be provided to the airport or to a downtown location should you be extending your stay here in this unique capital city. Various tours and excursions are available in Reykjavik so please feel free to ask for advice and options for extending your trip.