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Southeast Greenland: Exploring at the Edge of the Ice Cap

Set sail on a 10-day expedition to the remote fjords of Southeast Greenland. Navigate icy inlets, explore active glaciers, and uncover ancient Inuit history while searching for Arctic wildlife. Conclude your journey in Reykjavík after an unforgettable Arctic adventure.

Day by day

Day 1: Arrival in Reykjavík, Iceland & Embarkation

Arrive in Iceland’s vibrant capital, Reykjavík. Spend the day exploring the city’s unique culture and attractions before boarding your expedition vessel in the evening and setting sail.

Day 2 & 3: At Sea – Crossing the Denmark Strait

Traverse the Denmark Strait, the crucial link between the Arctic and Atlantic Oceans. Attend engaging lectures from onboard experts, scan the horizon for migrating whales, and take in stunning ocean views from the observation deck.

Day 4 - 8: Exploring King Frederick VI Land, Greenland
Day 9: At Sea – Return to Iceland
Day 10: Disembark in Reykjavík & Return Home
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Highlights

Sail through the untouched fjords of Southeast Greenland.
Witness active glaciers calving into the sea.
Explore remote Arctic landscapes by Zodiac and guided hikes.
Visit ancient Inuit archaeological sites along King Frederick VI Land.
Watch for polar bears, whales, and Arctic seabirds in their natural habitat.

Activities

Sea Kayaking
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
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
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
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
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
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.

Southeast Greenland: Exploring at the Edge of the Ice Cap

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