Iceland's Wild West Coast to East Greenland | National Geographic Resolution Expedition Ship

Iceland's Wild West Coast to East Greenland

Embark on a 12-day Arctic expedition from Iceland’s wild Westfjords to East Greenland’s breathtaking fjord landscapes. Experience towering glaciers, remote Inuit villages, and Arctic wildlife before returning to Reykjavík to complete your adventure.

Day by day

Day 1: Arrival in Reykjavík, Iceland & Embarkation

Arrive in Iceland’s vibrant capital and spend the day exploring its cultural and historic sites. In the evening, board your expedition ship and set sail toward the remote Westfjords.

Day 2: The Westfjords of Iceland

Explore the rugged beauty of Iceland’s secluded Westfjords, home to towering cliffs, cascading waterfalls, and abundant wildlife. Hike to a hidden waterfall, paddle through pristine waters in a kayak, or embark on a Zodiac cruise along the dramatic coastline, capturing incredible moments alongside a National Geographic Photography Expert.

Day 3: Crossing the Denmark Strait

Day 4 - 9: Exploring Northeast Greenland National Park

Day 10 & 11: Return Crossing of the Denmark Strait

Day 12: Disembark in Reykjavík & Return Home

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Highlights

Hike, kayak, and explore Iceland’s remote and rugged Westfjords.

Sail across the Denmark Strait, watching for whales and northern lights.

Discover the untouched beauty of Northeast Greenland National Park.

Navigate Scoresbysund, the world’s longest fjord system.

Encounter Arctic wildlife, including polar bears, seals, and whales.

Activities

Sea Kayaking

Under full instruction from your sea kayaking guide, experience true tranquillity as you paddle through clinking ice floes and realise the enormity of the surrounding scenery. Look out for breaching whales, lounging seals and penguins zipping alongside your kayak. Some experience is required.

Ice Camping

Camp out on the ice and experience the silence which blankets the continent by night. This is your chance to completely connect with this ethereal ice world – wrap up warm and embrace the Antarctic elements.

Snowshoeing

Get a spring in your step when you slip on a pair of snowshoes in Antarctica. Enabling you to easily scale gentle slopes, this unique activity allows you to access hard to reach places and seek out the most impressive views.

Photography

Learn to capture wildlife and landscape shots in a small group photography program, including critiquing sessions and editing classes. Plus, Explorer Boat excursions with a dedicated photography expert on landings.

Explorer Boats

Achieve the best views and photographs from a forward facing Explorer Boats. They allow you to sit comfortably and securely while crackling through the ice-strewn waters. Look out for wildlife such as penguins, seals and whales as you cruise.

Yoga

It doesn’t get more serene than complimentary yoga classes to the tune of glacial scenery. Join the most unique exercise setting in the world after a day of exploration. Classes are regular but are dependent on weather conditions and swell.