Tour West Greenland Gems: Fjords, Icebergs, And Culture

Meals

11 breakfasts, 9 lunches, 9 dinners

Guide

Your voyage will be led by an experienced Expedition Leader. In addition, a number of experts will be on board to add knowledge of their field to your experience. This will include a Marine Biologist, Ornithologist, Glaciologist or Geologist, Polar Historian, Kayaking guide and Naturalist guides. Voyages offering other adventure activities will have additional specialist guides on board.

Transport

Ship,Zodiac,Plane

Accommodation

Expedition Ship (9 nights),comfortable hotel (2 nights)

Others

Activities and services included as stated

Not included:

Others

Other activities and services are not included

Insurance

Travel Insurance is not included

Optional

Other activities and services are not included

Flights

International flights before and after are not included

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Day 1 Day 1: Arrive In Reykjavik, Iceland
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 1: Arrive In Reykjavik, Iceland

Arrive in the Icelandic capital and make your way to your included hotel. You will have the rest of the day to explore this fascinating and incredibly walkable city on your own.
Accommodation: Hotel
Day 2 Day 2: Fly To Kangerlussuaq And Embark
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 2: Fly To Kangerlussuaq And Embark

This morning you’ll catch your charter flight to Kangerlussuaq, where you’ll board your vessel and begin your expedition. Get ready for a great adventure ahead! Expect a welcome and safety briefing from your Expedition Leader.
Accommodation: Expedition Cruise Ship
Day 3 Day 3: At Sea
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 3: At Sea

As we sail north along the west coast to our first area of exploration, your Expedition Team will prepare you for the adventures that lie ahead. Once activity and excursion briefings are completed, our education team will schedule presentations on the wildlife and fascinating history of Greenland, its geology, ecology and climate, and the incredible sights you will soon explore.
Accommodation: Expedition Cruise Ship
Day 4 Day 4-6: Uummanaq Fjord
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 4-6: Uummanaq Fjord

Uummannaq Fjord is the second-largest fjord system in Greenland surpassed only by Scoresbysund in east Greenland. On these itinerary days you will have the opportunity to become one of few people ever to explore this area in depth and travel beyond the predictable tourist destinations. The fjord is full of cultural and natural wonders. Potential excursions include visits to the town of Uummanaq, venturing into Qilakitsoq (the site where the famous Greenland Mummies were discovered) and excursions focused around Store Glacier and its immense discharge zone. You’ll embrace the expeditionary spirit as we pioneer new destinations within the labyrinth of valleys and channels in the depths of the fjord. Quark Expeditions’ core belief in working closely with our local partners will enhance every experience as we explore alongside local experts. We’ll draw on our team’s collective knowledge and expertise to deliver incredible experiences.
Accommodation: Expedition Cruise Ship
Day 5 Day 7-8: Disko Bay
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 7-8: Disko Bay

Disko Bay Is a wide, southeastern inlet of Baffin Bay and is the largest open bay in western Greenland. Try to get out on deck as we navigate into this iconic bay where whales are often spotted. Disko Bay is full of exciting destinations for us to explore. We will almost certainly visit the community of Illulissat, which is situated at the head of outlet fjord for Sermeq Kujalleq (Jakobshavn Glacier) , known for discharging 35 billion tons of ice each year. Declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2004, the fjord is immensely beautiful and we will encourage you to explore it via one of the many marked hiking trails. Another area we will consider for this itinerary is the wild beauty of Equip Sermia or Torsukatak Fjords, located in the northeast corner of Disko Bay. Both of these remote areas offer fantastic vistas of large active glacial faces and provide plenty of opportunities for hiking, paddling, and Zodiac cruising. This is also an area where, if conditions allow, we will consider utilizing our twin- engine helicopters to get you in the air to appreciate the immensity of this region.
Accommodation: Expedition Cruise Ship
Day 6 Day 9-10: Qeqqata
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 9-10: Qeqqata

Qeqqata (meaning centre) municipality is Greenland’s second smallest administrative region. Situated in the middle of the country’s western coast, Qeqqata is home to almost 20% of Greenland’s populace, most of whom reside in Sisimiut and Manitsoq. During these two days your expedition team will work with our local partners to curate a balance of community and wilderness-focused activities. We are likely to visit Sisimiut, where you can wonder through the open air museum, participate in local tastings or join a hiking group to venture beyond the town limits along one of many incredible hiking trails on Sisimiut’s doorstep. This is where we will also offer the (paid) mountain biking activity. Further south, the areas surrounding Manitsoq are equally stunning. One of our favorite destinations in the area is the picturesque alpine lake of Innussuit Tasersuat, which we can hike and share a picnic with friends from Manitsoq. The fjord systems behind Manitsoq are deep and seldom visited. Our team will seek to take you beyond the ordinary and into these fjords for magical one-of-a-kind experiences, one of which is Eternity Fjord, which is home to the tallest mountains in all of West Greenland.
Accommodation: Expedition Cruise Ship
Day 7 Day 11: Kangerlussuaq
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 11: Kangerlussuaq

Today, we disembark in Kangerlussuaq and transfer you to your charter flight to Reykjavik, where you’ll spend the night in your included hotel.
Accommodation: Hotel
Day 8 Day 12: Reykjavik, Iceland
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 12: Reykjavik, Iceland

Today, make your way to the airport to catch your homeward flights, or spend more time exploring this fascinating Icelandic city.

12 days tour

West Greenland Gems: Fjords, Icebergs, And Culture

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Itinerary of your trip West Greenland Gems: Fjords, Icebergs, And Culture

Day 1: Arrive In Reykjavik, Iceland

Day 2: Fly To Kangerlussuaq And Embark

Day 3: At Sea

Day 4-6: Uummanaq Fjord

Day 7-8: Disko Bay

Day 9-10: Qeqqata

Day 11: Kangerlussuaq

Day 12: Reykjavik, Iceland

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