East Greenland Expedition - Southern Sea Ventures

East Greenland Expedition

Join us on a wild and remote Arctic expedition encompassing Svalbard, Greenland and Iceland.

The starting point for our adventure is Longyearbyen, located on Spitsbergen, the largest island in the Svalbard archipelago. Longyearbyen is the world’s northernmost town, located at latitude 78° North, just 1,316 km from the North Pole. We board the M/S Quest in Longyearbyen and venture into the stunning fjords of western Svalbard, keeping an eye out for Arctic wildlife such as polar bears, walruses, foxes and seabirds.

With seven days to explore Northeast Greenland, we aim to enjoy daily paddling excursions and shore landings in this awe-inspiring world of pack ice, giant icebergs and serene fjords. We explore the magnificent Kong Oscar Fjord before continuing to Scoresbysund, the world’s largest fjord system and an important hunting ground for local Inuit communities. Massive glaciers flow into the fjord, creating the birthplace of Greenland’s famous giant icebergs. After an unforgettable exploration of Northeast Greenland, we cross the Denmark Strait to Iceland and disembark in the scenic settlement of Ísafjörður.

We have an exceptional team of passionate polar experts on board the M/S Quest to help you enjoy and understand the region’s wildlife, geology, flora and history.

Aboard the M/S Quest: Arctic Elegance & Exploration

The M/S Quest is a sleek, Scandinavian-designed expedition vessel, built to navigate Greenland’s ice-choked waters. Accommodating just 50 passengers, it offers a personalised and immersive Arctic experience. The ship boasts spacious observation decks to enjoy the stunning vistas and the bridge welcomes you around the clock. With comfortable, well-appointed cabins and a welcoming atmosphere, the M/S Quest provides the perfect base for our Arctic adventures.

Grade

Easy – Moderate

This trip is suitable for active individuals with a thirst for adventure. The kayaking program suits paddlers with some kayak experience.

Dates

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Cost

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Includes

One night’s hotel accommodation (twin share) in Longyearbyen, transfer from hotel to ship, 14 nights’ ship accommodation – all public areas are open to passengers, all meals on board, zodiac shore excursions from the ship, lectures, videos, slide and film shows, expedition guide services, port taxes and port charges.

Excludes

Flights, single hotel room and cabin supplements, airport transfers, visa, passport, airport departure taxes (if any), hotels and meals not included in the voyage itinerary, optional excursions not included in voyage itinerary, laundry, personal clothing, medical expenses, personal travel insurance and items of a personal nature such as bar charges and wifi charges, tips on board for crew and service personnel, alcohol unless specified. The kayaking activity is an additional cost.

What you’ll see

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