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Wild Greenland Escape Expedition Cruise

Wild Greenland Escape Expedition Cruise

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Description

Venture to the fjord-laced coast of western Greenland, where Inuit communities perched at the edge of the Greenland ice cap carry on their timeless way of life. Explore archaeological sites and modern-day villages, and glide into breathtaking fjords by Zodiac or kayak as we explore this rugged coastline. Cruise amid the massive icebergs of the Ilulissat Icefjord and meet local people who live off the land and sea in the tradition of their ancestors.

Trip Name
Wild Greenland Escape Expedition Cruise
Days
7
Overview
Vessel Type: Luxury Expedition Length: 108 meters Passenger Capacity: 148 (single & twin cabins) Built / Refurbished: 1982 / 2008 National Geographic Explorer is a state-of-the-art expedition ship. It is a fully stabilized, ice-class vessel, enabling it to navigate polar passages while providing exceptional comfort. It carries kayaks and a fleet of Zodiac landing craft. An Undersea Specialist operates a remotely operated vehicle (ROV) and sophisticated video equipment, extending access to the underwater world. Public areas: Bistro Bar; Chart Room; Restaurant; Global Gallery; Library, Lounge with full service bar and state-of-the-art facilities for films, slideshows and presentations; Mud Room with lockers for expedition gear, and Observation Lounge. Our “Open Bridge” provides guests an opportunity to meet our Officers and Captain and learn about navigation. Meals: Served in single seatings with unassigned tables for an informal atmosphere and easy mingling. Menu is international with local flair. Cabins: A New Look for National Geographic Explorer Suites National Geographic Explorer recently debuted updated suites, enhanced with the sleek, Scandinavian design that has become the hallmark of our polar fleet. Each of these elegant cabins now holds a Command Center, which allows guests to continue to explore from the comfort of their suites with a set of tools that includes a barometer, a National Geographic Atlas, a television that broadcasts entertainment and ship navigation, a coffee maker, and multiple USB and universal electric ports for cameras and other devices. 81 outside cabins All feature windows or portholes, private facilities, climate controls, hair dryers, and TV, plus Ethernet, Wi-Fi connections, and USB ports for mobile devices. Some cabins have balconies. Single cabins in Category SA and Category SB are located on the main deck and upper deck.  Expedition Equipment: Zodiac landing craft, kayaks, Remotely Operated Vehicle (ROV), hydrophone, SplashCam, underwater video camera, Crow’s Nest remote controlled camera, video microscope, snorkeling gear. Special Features: A full-time doctor, Undersea Specialist, LEX Photo Specialist and Video Chronicler, Internet Cafe and laundry. Wellness: The vessel is staffed by two Wellness Specialists and features a glass enclosed Fitness Center, outdoor stretching area, two LEXspa treatment rooms and Sauna.

Itinerary



Day 1 - DAY 1 Boston, Massachusetts
 Arrive in Boston, MA. Check into your hotel in the late afternoon. In the evening, join fellow travelers for a group dinner at the hotel.Meals Included: Lunch, Dinner
Day 2 - DAY 2 Boston / Providence, Rhode Island / Kangerlussuaq, Greenland / Embark Ship
 In the morning, transfer from Boston to Providence, Rhode Island for a charter flight to Kangerlussuaq on Greenland’s western coast. Settle into your cabin and enjoy a scenic sailing through the dramatic gorge of the Kangerlussuaq Fjord, 120 miles in length, with its hanging glaciers and striking basalt ribbons. Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 3 - DAY 3 Greenland’s West Coast and Sisimiut
 Cruise the length of Kangerlussuaq Fjord en route to Sisimiut. Dozens of deep fjords carve into Greenland’s west coast, many with glaciers fed by the ice cap that covers 80 percent of the country. At Sisimiut, a former whaling port, enjoy your choice of guided walks through the sights and sounds of the village, including Dog Town or Sallinnguit, a small island with centuries of history from Inuit culture through colonization and current day industry. In your free time, enjoy a local food tasting, visit the open-air museum, or explore the local artisan workshops. Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 4 - DAY 4 Ilulissat and Disko Bay
 Sail into Qeqertarsuup Tunua, also known as Disko Bay, and be welcomed by floating icebergs calved off the world's most active glacier, Sermeq Kujalleq. Enjoy an extraordinary cruise aboard local boats among towering icebergs of the UNESCO World Heritage-designated Ilulissat Icefjord. Visit the town of Ilulissat and hike into the Sermermiut Valley, once an Inuit settlement and now the home to a peaceful boardwalk overlooking the Icefjord. As we make our way north through Disko Bay, if ice conditions permit, we follow the inside passage of Disko Island and trace the shores of the Nuussuaq Peninsula as we keep watch for a glimpse of the Greenlandic Ice Sheet. Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 5 - DAY 5 Uummannaq and Qilakitsoq
 The village of Uummannaq sits on a tiny, yet dramatic island in the Uummannaq Fjord, dominated by a massive peak rising at its center. Visit the town’s excellent community museum to see traditional clothing and tools, along with scenes of everyday life on these islands, and enjoy a stroll through the streets of this northern outpost. In the afternoon, cross the fjord to the site of Qilakitsoq, an important archaeological site for Greenlanders, where eight mummies, dating back to 1475, were discovered in 1972. These eight individuals, all extraordinarily well-preserved women and children, were Thule people, the ancestors of the modern Inuit. Their discovery was featured on the cover of the February 1985 issue of National Geographic magazine. Adventurous hikers may make their own respectful journey up to the final resting place of these ancestors. Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 6 - DAY 6 Exploring Greenland's Fjords
 We sail south to explore Greenland’s fjords and look for Arctic foxes, whales, and a plethora of bird life. Paddle a kayak along the steep sides of the fjord, or ride a Zodiac to see the glacially carved landscape up close, as we cross back over the Arctic Circle. Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 7 - DAY 7 Kangerlussuaq / Disembark Ship / Providence, Rhode Island / Boston, Massachusetts
 Disembark in Kangerlussuaq and take a charter flight back to Providence, Rhode Island, for your flights home. A transfer will be provided from Providence back to Boston Logan Airport.Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 8 - Please Note:
Itineraries are subject to change.

Trip Dates

StartEndPrice FromRoom Type
04-08-202510-08-2025AUD $9,970Category 1
04-08-202510-08-2025AUD $11,690Category 2
04-08-202510-08-2025AUD $12,170Category 3
04-08-202510-08-2025AUD $13,830Category 4
04-08-202510-08-2025AUD $14,460Category SA (solo)
04-08-202510-08-2025AUD $14,980Category 5
04-08-202510-08-2025AUD $15,080Category SB (solo)
04-08-202510-08-2025AUD $17,870Category 6
04-08-202510-08-2025AUD $20,640Category 7
10-08-202516-08-2025AUD $11,690Category 2
10-08-202516-08-2025AUD $12,170Category 3
10-08-202516-08-2025AUD $13,830Category 4
10-08-202516-08-2025AUD $14,460Category SA (solo)
10-08-202516-08-2025AUD $14,980Category 5
10-08-202516-08-2025AUD $15,080Category SB (solo)
10-08-202516-08-2025AUD $17,870Category 6
10-08-202516-08-2025AUD $20,640Category 7
10-08-202516-08-2025AUD $9,970Category 1

Inclusions

    • Explore the dramatic coastline of West Greenland by Zodiac and on foot, kayaking fjords and hiking across the tundra while on the lookout for wildlife
    • Delve into Greenlandic culture and history at the Sisimiut Museum
    • Meet with residents of Uummannaq Island to learn about everyday life
    • Hike the Sermermiut Valley to a promontory overlooking the mouth of the Ilulissat Icefjord and take in extraordinary views of the iceberg-dotted bay

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