Icebergs, glaciers, fjords and Inuit culture
Board the state-of-the-art ship Ocean Albatros for an epic eight-day expedition cruise to western Greenland and experience summer in the Arctic en route to Disko Bay. Traveling by sea is the best way to experience Greenland, where life has been ruled by waves, ice and tides since time immemorial. Behold giant icebergs and glaciers, magnificent fjords and towering mountains. Meet locals in colorful coastal villages and bustling miniature towns, experience Inuit culture and admire the UNESCO World Heritage Site Ilulissat Icefjord. This adventure combines all the highlights of this magnificent country.
Follow the rhythm of the sea, the tides and the midnight sun
Life in Greenland proceeds at a different pace than one is accustomed to in our busy modern world. Local culture, architecture and lifestyle are defined by the harsh but beautiful conditions of the Arctic. During your trip, meet the friendly Greenlanders and discover more about their ancient culture. Embrace arctic nature from the superior comfort of Ocean Albatros as you follow whales and seals along the coast of this special island.
Tips & Tops expedition cruise West Greenland:
- Expedition cruise in small ships with an average of 132 passengers
- Many excursion options: landings by Zodiac, kayaking or even diving
- Experience the beauty and diversity of the Arctic landscape
- Optionally, you can opt for a sightseeing flight over the Ilulissat ice fjord
- Watch for animals such as polar bears, rare Arctic wolves, seals, walruses and whales
- You will witness the stunning spectacle of the Eqip Sermia Glacier where ice is almost constantly pouring off the massive glacier, a sight you must have seen with your own eyes to believe and Ocean Albatros' comfortable viewing platforms provide the best platform for this.
- Explore Sisimiut, Greenland's second largest town where Paleo-Inuit have lived since 2,500 B.C. and where you can admire remains of peat huts and tent camps from this era
- For the birdwatcher it is fun with arctic bird species such as ivory gulls, guillemots and auks
- Zodiacs regularly land at deserted beaches or small villages and allow you to visit the most remote locations
- There are lectures on board about arctic mammals, environment and/or culture
- With a staff-to-passenger ratio of approximately 1:8, this means more one-on-one time with your expedition team
- The expedition management consists of only specialists in various fields, who enthusiastically share their knowledge so that every moment on board is interesting and educational
- Itineraries are flexible to give you the best chance of seeing animals and if the weather blocks the route there is a plan B, C and D
