Reykjavik - Disembarkation Day
Now, it is time to set foot back on land. Your suitcases are packed, your boarding cards are ready, and the journey home is a fact. It has been a truly amazing journey, and we, the Expedition Team, can’t even begin to express how lucky you are to have seen Greenland like this. Go home now and let al...
Second Sea Day Back
The waves did not settle in the morning, but the Captain promised that it would get calmer by the end of the day. We were all wishing for a smooth ocean! Luckily, the Captain’s word holds, and the sea calms down quite a bit. By the time we reach Iceland, it is all but a vague memory. Has Greenland a...
First Sea Day Back
Greenland may have given us a wonderful and gentle goodbye, but the sea was not having any of that! As soon as we left the sheltered waters of southern Greenland, we were hit by rough weather and pretty high waves. It is a day of rolling around, holding on to the ship, and truly testing your sea leg...
Prins Christians Sund
It is the final day of operation in Greenland, but we are going out with a bang! The conditions are near perfect for a true glacier cruise. As we pass through the impressive sound, we lower the boats and bring you as close as safely possible to one of nature’s giants. In the silence of the fjord, we...
Igaliku
Our last settlement for the trip. How time has flown by. However, the amazing weather conditions hold, and we are again basked in sunlight. Very knowledgeable local guides interpret the remains of an ancient cathedral, and it is not hard to imagine Norse settlers coming here a thousand years ago, es...
Ivittuut & Grønnedal
Just when you think it can’t get any more spectacular, Greenland decides to give us something to remember forever. We do a double landing with two separate sites in Ivittuut and Grønnedal. We visit both an old abandoned mine and a still-operating military station. We are surrounded by amazing landsc...
Nuuk
Welcome to Nuuk, Greenland’s capital! It is a wonderful city, full of modern and ancient buildings. Here, one can see the cutting edge of modern Greenlandic life blend seamlessly with its traditional past. The cultural performance is impressive and gives us a unique insight into the ancient expressi...
Exploration Day - Evighed Fjord
The fjord of eternity is a good name for this massive and impressive fjord system! We get the boats out today and enjoy a classic cruise over the open waters. There is a lot to marvel at, and luckily, by now, you have your sea legs as well, so our small boats offer no more challenges to you. We take...
Ilulissat
Now, we have come to a place many of you have been looking forward to: Ilulissat. It is the iceberg capital of the world for a good reason! Visiting the ice centre is a wonderful way to learn more about the immense behemoths that glide through the sea. The town itself offers a lot of exciting shoppi...
Exploration Day - Vaigat Sound: Camp Mario
It is another true exploration day! However, the weather has turned on us again. In the morning, it does not stop us whatsoever. We spent our morning exploring the famous Camp Mario, where we had a close encounter with an Arctic fox! It is a true adventure landing; wet socks included! The afternoon...
Uummannaq
We are as far north as we go! And we find a true pearl of a place. The weather shines down as we cruise past majestic and stunning icebergs. Afterwards, we explore the small streets of Uummaanaq, with its lovely buildings from the 18th and 19th centuries and its smiling and welcoming inhabitants. To...
Qeqertarsuaq
Welcome to another village at the end of the world! This time, we were accompanied by even more Greenlandic liquid sunshine (read rain!). We got to shore and found ourselves in a small enclave nestled in a fjord between awesome mountains still decked with snow. It is a wet day, but it does not matte...
Sisimiut
Now, we have come to a special town indeed. Sisimiut is well-loved by guests and expedition staff for its picturesque buildings, town centre and nice shopping arrangements. You can go on a cultural walk, a nice hike, or just explore the town on your own. The craft market is a highlight because it sh...
Plan B - Ship Sailing to Sermilinnguaq Glacier
Unfortunately, we can't always get what we want, and the weather beat us today. Due to the weather conditions, we couldn't do our operations as planned. Nevertheless, we had an amazing day with cruising operations and a rich onboard lecture programme! This is why we always use the Norwegian alphabet...
Exploration Day - Kvanefjord
Did someone say mosquito? Oh yes, not only do we have the pleasure of doing a true nature landing today, combined with a magnificent cruise, but we are also introduced to some of Greenland’s less exciting inhabitants. Nevertheless, the landing site is spectacular in both a natural and cultural sense...
Narsaq
Today, it is time to be introduced to a true Greenlandic settlement, the first of many. For some, this is their first introduction to what life looks like at the end of the world, and truth be told, it may be a bit of a culture shock! However, that is nothing to worry about. Travelling is all about...
Hvalsey Church Ruin
The day has finally come: we will go ashore! And what a day it is! Hvalsey does not disappoint. The weather is absolutely stunning, and we could not wish for a warmer welcome. Hvalsey is a beautiful and stark reminder of the Norse past in Greenland, and it has the oldest stone Norse remains in the e...
Second Sea Day
One more sea day to go. Will we ever see land again?! Well, there's no need to be so dramatic, but by now, we are ready for some action! Nevertheless, the onboard programme keeps us well occupied. We meet guest scientists and the Expedition Team and enjoy a variety of lectures. This will remain the...
First Sea Day
It is the first day on board, which means a lot of briefings and formalities to get through. Hotel, hikes, AECO - you name it, you’ve done it. The weather is in our favour, though. It gives everyone time to get comfortable with their new living space. Maud is a classic ship, tried and tested, and yo...
Reykjavik - Embarkation Day
It's arrival day! The check-in goes as planned: you meet your new home away from home, and before you know it, you find yourself in the safety drill listening to the instructions. The weather looks fair, and the crossing should be a good one. The captain bids us welcome, and we're off to a grand adv...