Unexplored Greenland

Overview

Cruise on a beautiful itinerary to discover Viking ruins as you follow in the footsteps of Norwegian explorer Erik the Red. Step aboard the Le Boréal in Reykjavik for a 13-day expedition cruise to southern Greenland. Sailing along the steep eastern coastline, the ship will plunge into deep southern Greenland fjords and continue up past mountains worn away by glaciers and covered with rich, abundant flora. Accompanied by a team of anthropologists, ornithologists, geologists and experts in marine mammals, you can get up close to the amazing wildlife: seals, whales and maybe even polar bears. To the west of the country, you will sail amongst the blue icebergs of the Narsarsuaq region and the northern hemisphere's largest icebergs in Ilulissat.

Duration:	11 days
Passengers:	260 passengers
Embarkation Point:	Reykjavik, Iceland
Disembarkation Point:	Kangerlussuaq, Greenland
Physical rating:	Soft Adventure
Fly/Cruise:	Mandatory extra flight
Single Supplement:	Unavailable

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Itinerary
- Day 1 - Reykjavik, Iceland; Embarkation Day
  
  This attractive harbour city is located just a few kilometres from the Icelandic capital, Reykjavik Arriving by sea, youﾒll see fishing boats moored in Hafnarfjörðurﾒs baysﾠ and volcanic rocks; ﾠHafnarfjörður is built on an ancient field of lava flow. In the town centre, basalt rocks point you in the direction of the historic houses of Sivertsen and Siggubær : their interiors and period furniture bring old Iceland back to life before your very eyes. Not far from here is a spectacular coastal walk and warm geothermal pools.
- Day 2/11 - Unexplored Greenland
  
  An exceptional itinerary to discover Viking ruins as you follow in the footsteps of Norwegian explorer Erik the Red.
  Step aboard the Le Boréal in Reykjavik for a 13-day expedition cruise to southern Greenland.
  
  Sailing along the steep eastern coastline, the ship will plunge into deep southern Greenland fjords and continue up past mountains worn away by glaciers and covered with rich, abundant flora.
  Accompanied by a team of anthropologists, ornithologists, geologists and experts in marine mammals, you can get up close to the amazing wildlife: seals, whales and maybe even polar bears.
  To the west of the country, you will sail amongst the blue icebergs of the Narsarsuaq region and the northern hemisphere's largest icebergs in Ilulissat.
  
  Subject to ice and weather conditions. The expedition highlights and itineraries described above illustrate possible experiences only and cannot be guaranteed.
Please consider that our voyages are expeditionary in nature. This means, that there are no concrete itineraries, your captain and expedition leader will utilise their vast experience to chart the best course for your expedition depending on the climatic and environmental conditions. Mentioned highlights and wildlife cannot be guaranteed.
Highlights & Activities

Musk Ox

Aside from the polar bear, the musk ox is probably the most truly Arctic of the northern land mammals. It is often said to be an artifact species surviving from the late Pleistocene and the last ice age. Of course, all living Arctic animals are somehow survivors of the last ice age, but the musk ox looks the part more. Currently natural populations exist in Arctic areas from northern Canada to Greenland at very high latitudes, and introduced populations exist in northern Europe, Russia, and Alaska. Introductions were attempted in Iceland and Svalbard but they have not survived.

Explore Greenland

Vast swaths of beautiful, unfenced wilderness give you unique freedom to wander at will, whether on foot, by ski or by dogsled.
Inclusions

Dynamic Cabin Pricing

Cabin prices on board this vessel are dynamic, that is the cabin pricing fluctuates with changes in bookings and exchange rates. Cabin prices below are not guaranteed and are subject to change and availability at the operators discretion. Please feel free to contact us for the most accurate pricing on this voyage.

Expedition Gear

Expedition boots and a specially designed high quality polar expedition jacket are provided on board.

Charter Flights

Economy class charter flight is provided Kangerlussuaq-Paris with this expedition

It is the travellers responsibility to arrive in Reykjavik, Iceland on time for Embarkation

Inclusions / Exclusions

Included in your Expedition

Not included in your Expedition
- Massage services
- Gratuities
- Internet and Wifi expenses
- Bar expenses
- Laundry expenses
- Mandatory waterproof gear not provided
- Baggage / cancellation / interruption and medical travel insurance
- Passport and Visa expenses
- Airfares unless stated in the itinerary
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Vessel

LE BOREAL

Like her sisterships, Le Boréal embodies the subtle alliance between luxury, intimacy and wellbeing. The elegance of her exterior and interior lines and her intimate size (only 132 staterooms and suites) make this a rare and innovative yacht on the cruise market. Interior Design Superior materials, discreet elegance and a tasteful décor reflect a nautical mood subtly revisited. Aboard, soothing neutral grey tones are enlivened by splashes of red, our signature theme linking tradition and innovation to create personal touches in the spirit of a “private yacht”.