Greenland Disko Bay Discovered - 8 Days
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Greenland Disko Bay Discovered

Duration8 days

Discover the icy wonders of Greenland and cross the Arctic circle on this 8-day expedition cruise which takes in magical fjords, calving glaciers and remote towns. Cruise past giant icebergs in Disko Bay, look out for whales and other marine life breaching the waves and sail up close to the spectacular Eqip Sermia Glacier. Explore beautiful Uummannaq, the Iceberg capital of Ilulissat, the tiny Inuit settlement of Sarfannguit and Sisimiut.

For a detailed itinerary and information about visas, money, weather and more download our Trip Notes

Tour overview

Duration8 days
StartsReykjavik
EndsKangerlussuaq
RangeHandpicked
Tour GuideServices of Expedition crew
Group Size
Minimum age12 yrs, accompanied by an adult
DepartsAugust 2025
Hotel RatingOcean Albatros expedition ship
CountriesGreenland
Arrival TransferNo
Departure TransferNo
Meals includedBreakfast: 7, Lunch: 6, Dinner: 7
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Based on 2 passengers
Passengers
Adults (18+)
Children (0 - 17)
Your deal
Shown in ZAR
Per person from
R 158,275.00
Deposit from
R 19,998.00
From
R 316,550.00

Tour Highlights

Experience summer in the Arctic complete with gigantic icebergs and stunning glaciers, fascinating settlements, whales and seals
Sisimiut - Take a guided tour of Greenland's second city, which was founded in 1756 by Count Johan Ludvig Holstein
Disko Bay - Travel north of the Arctic Circle and see giant icebergs which have calved from the Ilulissat Icefjord
Uummannaq - Visit the Greenlandic Riviera and enjoy a walking tour of this beautifully located town, surrounded by snow-covered peaks and an iceberg littered fjord
Eqip Sermia Glacier - Sail as close as possible to this spectacular calving glacier, renowned for its jaw-dropping beauty
Ilulissat - Enjoy an evening walk to the Sermermiut plain and opt to join a boat trip to the Icefjord or take a thrilling helicopter ride over the sprawling Icefjord (optional activities at an additional cost)
Sarfannguit - Learn about the traditional Inuit way of life and see the hardy villagers who call this isolated settlement home
Kangerlussuaq - Discover the small town which is nestled between Greenland's giant ice sheet, the Fjord and imposing mountains

Included

7 breakfasts, 6 lunches and 7 dinners - full board with complimentary coffee, tea and water
7 nights aboard the Ocean Atlantic/Ocean Albatros expedition cruise ship in a shared outside double cabin with private facilities (other cabins available on request)
Return flights Copenhagen - Kangerlussuaq
Transfer from Kangerlussuaq airport to the port on day 1
Services of the ship captain and crew, expedition team and English-speaking guides
Guiding and lectures by our experienced expedition leader and team and a special photo workshop
City tours in Sisimiut, Qeqertarsuaq, Uummannaq and Ilulissat
Museum visits in Sisimiut, Qeqertarsuaq and Ilulissat and church visits in Qeqertarsuaq and Ilulissat
Welcome and farewell cocktails
Digital visual journal link after the voyage, including voyage log, gallery, species list and more!
Taxes and tariffs

Not Included

International flights and visa
Tips for the crew (we recommend USD 16 per person per day)
Any meals not onboard the ship & any drinks (excluding tea and coffee)
Pre and post tour accommodation, plus any airport or port transfers
Optional excursions