Scoresbysund, the world’s largest fjord system, beckons you to explore Greenland on this 13-day Ocean Nova cruise. Enticing you with some of the world’s best displays of Northern Lights, the Inuit settlement of Ittoqqortoormiit and its inhabitants offer you a rare connection to the past with their tradition of living off the land just as their ancestors did hundreds of years ago. Iceberg-choked fjords, tundra hikes, and the arctic wildlife of Greenland National Park create picture-perfect scenes every day. This can be one of our most active expeditions, where you can climb atop mountains and watch herds of grazing musk ox on the horizon. This is pure wilderness at its finest: the untouched Arctic as it was thousands of years ago.
Highlights
View expansive Greenland landscapes and the world's largest fjord system
Visit the world’s largest and most remote national park, Greenland NP
Take advantage of hiking, Zodiac cruising, and kayaking opportunities
Visit a local Inuit community and gain a rare connection to the past
Involves minimal physical effort and is typically associated with leisurely activities. Activities are low-intensity or last less than a few hours each day.
This morning, fly to Akureyri, located in Northern Iceland. Embark the Ocean Nova. As you sail out to sea, your first wildlife sightings are seabirds above and whales below. Get ready for a great adventure!
Navigate through the Denmark Strait en route for mysterious Greenland. The Expedition Team keeps you informed and entertained with presentations about Greenland’s wildlife, history and geography.
Experience the “multicolored valley” of Brogetdal and view multi-hued mountains and the unusual geology surrounding this lovely basin. Journey to the rarely visited Waltershausen Glacier, an imposing ice floe at the head of Nordfjord with a span of 6.8 miles. This stunning landmark was named after German explorer Baron Wolfgang Sartorius von Waltershausen, after his failed 1869 attempt to reach the North Pole via East Greenland.
The valleys of Blomsterbugten and Renbugten are considered some of the most scenic regions of Greenland, full of unexpected colors such as icy blues, brazen golds, fiery reds, and mossy greens. These scenic plains charm you with their panoramic vistas and unusual rock formations. Be sure to keep an eye out for arctic hare and musk oxen.
Renowned for its stunning landscapes, the Antarctic Sund is a marine channel surrounded by azure icebergs, ice-choked waters, and craggy, colorful cliffs. At Ella Oya, a hiker’s paradise, you can challenge yourself with a climb to the top of the island, where you are well-rewarded for your efforts.
Today cruise through the spectacular Apelfjord, a wonderland of fjords and sounds. Then continue through a maze of dazzling icebergs in countless shapes and sizes.
Larger than football fields, the icebergs crossing Hall Bredning in the inner reaches of Scoresbysund are some of the most incredible in the world. The topography and geology of the area are fascinating!
At the start of the sound, Itoqqortoormiit is East Greenland’s most northerly community and boasts a blend of traditional and modern lifestyles. With clear skies, you have a great opportunity to see the northern lights. You can also support local Inuit artisans by purchasing unique handicrafts. Your time here is spent bonding with the Inuit people and gaining an appreciation of their way of life.
Pushing onward, the expedition continues in Rypefjord. With binoculars in hand, birders should keep watch for wheatears, snow buntings, and ravens. At Rodefjord, encounter a shallow area trapping hundreds of icebergs, known as the Iceberg Graveyard. Drift leisurely by these icebergs, a photographer’s paradise.
Traveling deeper into Scoresbysund, encounter massive icebergs and an ancient Thule settlement as the ship approaches Sydkap. The scenery is amazing, full of towering mountain sides and hundreds of apartment-sized icebergs playing tricks with your sense of perception.
Day 12: Disembark at Constable Point | Fly to Reykjavik
Arrive at Constable Point to board the charter flight to Reykjavik. Explore the city’s many attractions or discover its more hidden gems. Highlights of the city include geothermal parks and beaches, a vibrant downtown and harbor, and numerous natural wonders.
Spend the night in an comfortable and well-appointed hotel in Reykjavik.
Day 13: Fly Home
1 Breakfast
Transfer to the airport for your return flight home. If you have time before your flight, stick around to explore the great city of Reykjavik.
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Quad
Averaging 157 sq ft. Equipped with 4 twin beds (two lower berths, two upper berths). Located on the Upper Deck with private facilities and exterior views.
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Triple
Averaging 140 sq ft. Equipped with 3 twin beds (two lower berths, one upper berth). Located on the Upper Deck with private facilities and exterior views.
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Upper (Lower Berth) Deck Twin
Averaging 90 sq ft. Equipped with 2 twin beds (one upper berth and one lower berth). Located on the Upper Deck with private facilities and exterior views.
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Upper Deck Twin Cabin
Averaging 115 sq ft. Equipped with 2 twin beds. Located on the Upper Deck with private facilities and exterior views.
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Bridge Deck Twin Cabin
Averaging 105 sq ft. Equipped with 2 twin beds. Located on the Bridge Deck with private facilities and exterior views.
Notes
- Rates are quoted in U.S. dollars and represent costs per person, double or triple occupancy. Request the Twin or Triple Share Program where we match you with a cabin mate of the same gender. Even if we are unable to find a cabin mate for you, no single supplement will be charged. Single occupancy of a twin cabin is available at 1.7 times the twin occupancy rate.
Mandatory medical insurance: Travelers should have a minimum US$50,000 (or equivalent) of emergency medical coverage prior to embarkation. It is recommended that you and all members of your party have comprehensive travel insurance covering trip cancellation, trip delay (interruption or after departure coverage), baggage, and repatriation.
Initial deposit is 20% of cruise fare (minimum $1450), and most travelers will call our office and pay the deposit with a credit card.
Final payment is due 130 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.