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Scoresby Sund Explorer

From £5773

Excluding Flights

9-13 Nights

Aug-Sep

Overview

The great fjord system of East Greenland’s Scoresby Sund extends 350 kilometres inland and boasts truly spectacular scenery. This is the world’s longest and widest fjord and an expedition cruise offers the perfect way to explore these ancient icy waterways.

This fabulous itinerary provides the chance to experience the beautiful and remote fjords of East Greenland. Daily Zodiac cruises and shore excursions will offer the chance to witness mighty icebergs, remote Inuit communities and a wealth of Arctic bird species. You may also spot polar bears and narwhals along the way as well as musk ox on land.

 

During the voyage your expedition team will provide informative presentations about the formation of the surrounding landscapes, as well as the history, flora and fauna of East Greenland. Head out on deck after dark to listen to the creaking icebergs, and you may also be lucky enough to witness the northern lights dancing across the night sky.

Itinerary

All voyage itineraries are intended as a guideline only – embracing the unexpected is part of the legacy of expedition travel. Actual routes and landings will be dependent on weather, sea and ice conditions. A degree of flexibility is essential in the polar regions!

The below sample itinerary is based on the 11-day voyage on the Ultramarine. Other departures may vary in duration and routing, i.e. alternative embarkation or disembarkation ports, or do not include a pre-voyage hotel night. Please contact us for specific details.

Your adventure begins with an overnight stay in Reykjavik, Iceland’s capital city.  

Enjoy a morning at leisure to explore the Icelandic capital. This afternoon board your ship and begin your expedition voyage.

While sailing north you may spot see fulmars, kittiwakes, gannets and common guillemots. Whales may also make an appearance as you cross the Arctic Circle. By the end of the day you may encounter your first icebergs as you approach the Greenland coast. 

Your exploration of East Greenland will be dictated by local weather, sea and ice conditions. If conditions are favourable, the ship will attempt to travel as far north as possible, with the aim of exploring the Northeast Greenland National Park, before heading south to Ittoqqortoormiit and Scoresby Sund.  

Cruising through the Kong Oscar Fjord in Northeast Greenland provides the chance to explore vast icebergs the size of small cities and spot birds including kittiwakes and arctic terns. The fjord encompasses several smaller fjords rich in wildlife thanks to the fertile volcanic soil mountains that protects these areas from the strong winds. Continue on sailing through spectacular Scoresby Sund, often regarded as one of the most beautiful fjord systems on the planet and the birthplace of many icebergs. Ittoqqortoormiit is the largest Inuit settlement in the region with about 500 inhabitants. A possible trip ashore will give you the chance to see how the locals live in this remote Arctic outpost, surrounded by sled dogs and drying skins of seals and musk ox.  

A final day crossing open sea may bring more whales and seabirds, and perhaps the magical northern lights too. 

Returning to Reykjavik you will disembark this morning, bidding farewell to your fellow explorers. 

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Tundra to Table Dining

Exclusive Inuit Culinary Experience

The innovative Tundra to Table dining experience showcases the culinary traditions of the Inuit of Greenland and Nunavut, offering the chance to enjoy dishes specially prepared by Inuit chefs, and to learn more about local Inuit culture.

A modern Inuit fusion-style cuisine reflects the influences of the region, featuring freshly caught seafood straight from the Arctic Ocean and free-roaming game. Dishes may include beer-braised muskox, South Greenlandic lamb, honey-glazed ptarmigan or pickled halibut, accompanied by wild herbs and locally grown vegetables.

During your four course meal, local Inuit chefs will share the story of their people through food, and explain the origins of the menu and the traditional methods of Inuit cooking.

This unique experience is available on board the Ultramarine on selected departures only. Limited places are available so pre-booking is essential.  

Departures:
10, 19 September 2026

Price: £100 per person

Prices

What's Included

  • Shipboard accommodation

  • All breakfasts, lunches & dinners on board

  • Tea & coffee available around the clock

  • All Zodiac transfers, cruising & shore landings

  • Presentations by the Expedition Team and guest speakers

  • Loan of rubber boots during voyage

  • All miscellaneous service taxes and port charges

  • 24 hour emergency assistance from our team during your holiday

  • No surcharge guarantee

  • Full financial protection

From £5773 Excluding Flights

9-13 Nights

Aug-Sep

The inclusions for this cruise are dependent on the vessel chosen – those shown are applicable to all. Please contact us for full details and to discuss the options best for you.

Our holiday prices exclude flights. Why? Because we want to offer you the best value, tailored to your needs. Flight prices and offers change daily, so when you’re ready to book, we’ll provide a bespoke quote based on the best options from your local airport. This way, you’ll always get the best prices and the flexibility to choose what works for you.

Make this trip yours

Every trip you see here can be adapted to suit you using inside-out knowledge to create one-off experiences created just for you.

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