See the total solar eclipse from the deck of the Ultramarine with two onboard scientists
- Start
- Reykjavik, Iceland
- End
- Reykjavik, Iceland
- Meals
- 12 breakfasts, 10 lunches, 11 dinners
- Transport
- Ship, Zodiac, Helicopter
- Accommodation
- Hotel (1 night) Expedition Cruise ship (10 nights)
- Days
- 13
- Group size
- Min 1
- Ages
- Min 8
- ThemeEvery trip caters to specific interests and activities, such as wildlife or family.
- Polar, Wildlife
- StyleBasix: Simple accommodation, local transport and lots of free time
Orginal: Tourist-class hotels, some meals included and a great mix of included activities and free time
Comfort: Comfortable accommodation, with a relaxed pace of travel and many included meals and activities
Premium: 4+ star accommodation, exclusive premium inclusions, our most experienced leaders - Comfort
- Physical ratingIndicates how physically exerting a trip is, and how fit you will need to be to enjoy it. More info on physical ratings
Why you'll love this trip
Witness a total solar eclipse from a polar ship in the High Arctic for a truly exceptional once in a lifetime experience like no other.
Gain insight into the cultural and scientific significance of solar eclipses with experts David Baron – a veteran science journalist, broadcaster and umbraphile – and Michael Zeiler – an author, geographer, eclipse cartographer with an asteroid named in his honour.
Heli-flightsee over remote Greenland and explore seldom-visited Westfjords – the hidden gem of west Iceland. You’ll make shore landings by Zodiac and maybe get the opportunity to kayak in the Arctic waters.
Cross the Arctic Circle twice, southbound and northbound and sail across the Denmark Strait.
Witness the wildlife of Northeast Greenland National Park and cruise the 110-km King Oscar Fjord.
Boats
Itinerary
Inclusions and activities
12 breakfasts, 10 lunches, 11 dinners
Ship, Zodiac, Helicopter
Hotel (1 night) Expedition Cruise ship (10 nights)
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 the 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. Flexibility and openness to embracing the unexpected are important in expedition travel, especially to such a remote area.
Dates and availability
Important notes
This trip starts and finishes in Reykjavik, Iceland onboard the Ultramarine ship.
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 120 days prior to departure.
Please refer to the "Booking terms and conditions" page on our website for all Quark Expedition terms and conditions. http://www.intrepidtravel.com/booking-intrepid/booking-conditions
ADVENTURE OPTIONS
Kayaking, day paddle and Tundra to Table: Inuit Culinary Experience 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. In addition, there are other included activities offered on some voyages such as hiking and heli sightseeing. These activities do not need to be booked in advance and no additional cost applies.
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