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Arctic Wilderness Adventure 2015!

12 Days / 2 locations in Iceland and Greenland

Northwest Greenland is the land of the Midnight Sun and dog sleds. Enjoy amazing Arctic experiences in the Disko Bay area, and the rarely visited settlement of Upernavik, with giant icebergs, fjords, wildlife and spectacular landscapes. Our landings, excursions, kayaking, hikes or other activities give you an authentic experience of Greenland and the people living here.

Itinerary

 
Day 1     Reykjavik
On Board the M/S Fram
Meals: Dinner

In the early morning you will be welcomed by our local guide at Keflavik International Airport, followed by a transfer to Reykjavik Domestic Airport. Alternatively transfer from your hotel to the Reykjavik Domestic Airport.

Our specially chartered flight leaves Reykjavik Domestic Airport in the morning, and approx. 2.5 hours later we reach our destination in Greenland.

Kangerlussuaq is the main gateway to Greenland and a settlement in the Sisimiut community. Slightly less than 600 people live and work in Kangerlussuaq (the long fjord). The airport was built by the Americans during World War II and was operative as an American base until 1992. Today, Kangerlussuaq is a commercial airport.

Before you embark the ship in the afternoon you spend the day in Kangerlussuaq and surroundings.

Kangerlussuaq is situated only 40 kilometers from the immense Greenland Ice Cap and you will be taken with off-road vehicles in two groups on a 3-4 hours tour towards the Ice Cap. This indescribable icy waste land stretches 2,500 kilometers from North to South and nearly 1,000 kilometers from East to West at the widest part of the country. The tallest point of the Ice Cap is 3,200 meters above sea level. The unpaved road goes through a wide variety of the most beautiful natural scenery from Arctic desert to tundra with low growing shrubs, and through hilly terrain with a grand view of the edge of the Ice Cap. Stop for coffee/ tea and the most magnificent view of the Ice Cap. You will have approximately one hour to enjoy the unspoiled tundra vegetation and walk down to the river just next to the massive ice wall. Enjoy a light lunch in Kangerlussuaq.

In the afternoon there will be a bus transfer to Kangerlussuaq docks, situated about 12 kilometres from Kangerlussuaq. There is no harbour in Kangerlussuaq that can accommodate MS Fram and therefore embarking the ship requires the use of the ship's PolarCirkel boats. Our Expedition Team will be at your disposal. It is advisable to bring rainproof jackets, trousers and mosquito repellent in your hand luggage to wear during the boat transfer to MS Fram. We recommend good footwear for that day.

After checking in to your cabin and the mandatory safety drill is executed we set course towards Disko Bay where the adventures await.

 
Days 2 - 10     Kangerlussuaq
On Board the M/S Fram

North-West Greenland is the land of the midnight sun and the dog-sleds. The Disko Bay area offers amazing Arctic experiences with giant icebergs, seas and fjords that offer fantastic sailings with wildlife and spectacular landscapes to see. The colourful villages cling to rough, rocky hills at the foot of the mountains surrounding the inland ice. Whilst in North-West Greenland we will attempt to make daily landings for you to get a close and personal encounter with the authentic Greenland.

When conditions allow, excursions, kayaking, hikes or other activities on land and sea may be offered. Participation on any hike requires a good level of fitness, and that you are accustomed to hiking in uneven terrain.

Safety is always the first priority and the final sailing schedule will be decided by the ship’s Captain during the voyage. Below we list some of our possible landing sites, the final itinerary will be introduced during daily briefings.

Sisimiut

Qeqertarsuaq

Quasiguiannguit

Uummannaq

Ukkusissat

Illorsuit

Upernavik

Quillissat

Eqip Sernia

Ilussiat

Itelleq

 
Day 11     Kangerlussuaq - Reykjavik
Meals: Breakfast / Lunch

Kangerlussuaq is situated in the end of the Kangerlussuaq fjord. The settlement/airport lies just north of the Arctic Circle and is one of the best places to observe native wildlife. In the early 1960’s musk oxen were introduced to Kangerlussuaq from North East Greenland, and today they count over 5,000. You will leave MS Fram in the morning, followed by a transfer from the docks to the airport in Kangerlussuaq.

Charter flight back to Reykjavik Domestic Airport. Our local guide will welcome you at the airport, and will join you on the transfer bus to your hotel in Reykjavik.

Reykjavik is the world’s northernmost capital city and home to 172,200 people. In relative close surroundings of Reykjavik you may find glaciers, waterfalls, geysers and volcanoes. Reykjavik has also a vast selection of restaurants, museums and shops.

The rest of the day is at leisure and overnight.

 
Day 12     Reykjavik
Meals: Breakfast

Breakfast at your hotel.

End of the arrangements

 
Price Includes
Expedition Voyage in Cabin Grade of Your Choice on a Full Board Basis
Transfer to Reykjavik Domestic Airport
Excursion and Lunch in Kangerlussuaq
Roundtrip Charter Flights Reykajvik Kangerlusuaq
HUR-1269
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