Iceland to Greenland: Mountains, Glaciers and Westfjords (Ocean Explorer)





See the peaks, glaciers and rugged landscapes of the Westfjords on a polar journey from Iceland to Greenland
Boats
Why you'll love this trip
- Venture into the Westfjords – Iceland’s hidden gem – on a small polar expedition with onboard experts to teach you about the landscape, geology and wildlife of the area.
- Sail the length of scenic Prins Christian Sund and experience Arctic Patagonia along the 70-km long Tasermiut Fjord.
- Learn about Greenlandic fishing heritage at Aappilattoq and visit Norse ruins at Hvalsey.
- Explore Nuuk – the small but culturally rich capital of Greenland.
- Take Zodiac excursions for guided on shore landings and perhaps go kayaking, paddleboarding or hiking.
Itinerary
Inclusions and activities
14 breakfasts, 11 lunches, 12 dinners
Ship, Zodiac, Plane
Hotel (2 night) Expedition Cruise ship (12 nights)
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Is this trip right for you?
- As you’d expect, temperatures in the Arctic are very cold. A warm parka will be provided along with waterproof boots and unlimited hot drinks, but you should also bring base layers and lots of warm clothing. Please see the Essential Trip Information's 'Packing' section.
- Weather depending, you will be making regular excursions in a Zodiac boat to explore the local area and look for wildlife. It can get very cold and wet on the Zodiac, so make sure you are dressed appropriately and that you keep your camera safe and dry. Sturdy sea legs are needed as you make wet and dry landings from the boat, and on steep terrain, snow and other uneven surfaces. Some ships have a lot of stairs, so please hold on to the handrails if seas are rough.
- The weather plays a pivotal part in this adventure and although there’s an itinerary in place, there are no guarantees that you’ll be able to do everything that is planned for. A level of flexibility and openness to embracing the unexpected are important in expedition travel, especially to such a remote area.
Dates and prices
Important notes
This trip starts and finishes in Reykjavik, Iceland
Your voyage is operated by our polar partner Quark Expeditions. All accommodation and transfer arrangements as listed in the itinerary are also operated by Quark Expeditions or their local representatives.
BOOKING CONDITIONS
To confirm your reservation, a deposit of 25% (unless indicated otherwise at time of booking) of the total invoice amount is required at time of booking. Balances are due 150 days prior to departure.
Please refer to the "Booking terms and conditions" page on our website for all Quark Expedition terms and conditions. https://www.intrepidtravel.com/booking-intrepid/booking-conditions
ADVENTURE OPTIONS
Kayaking and day paddle are optional activities that can booked on this voyage. They must be booked prior to departure and incurs an additional cost. Spaces are limited so please enquire at time of booking. To participate in kayaking, previous, recent experience is essential.
Want an in-depth insight into this trip? Essential Trip Information provides a detailed itinerary, visa info, how to get to your hotel, what's included - pretty much everything you need to know about this adventure and more.
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