Greenland Cruises
Highlights
- Look for polar bears, Greenland wolves, caribou, muskoxen, Arctic foxes, Arctic hares, narwhals, humpback whales, harp and hooded seals, walruses, white-tailed eagles, and other dramatic wildlife
- Outstanding Northern Lights displays
- Norse archaeological sites such as Herjolfsnes
- Sea-kayak where kayaking was first invented in some of the planet’s most epic fjords, including Scoresby Sund
- The world’s biggest and northernmost national park: 375,000-square-mile (972,000-square-kilometer) Northeast Greenland National Park
The world’s biggest island. The second-biggest ice sheet, some 660,000 square miles (1.71 million square kilometers) in area. The most extensive system of fjords on Earth. Stark peaks rearing beyond 12,000 feet. Rich Inuit culture, vast tundra, ghosts of Norse occupation, colorful coastal settlements. Electric displays of the Northern Lights. And a wildlife roster that includes polar bears, muskoxen, a unique subspecies of gray wolf, caribou, baleen whales, walruses, and Arctic foxes.
This is Greenland, a magnificent Arctic kingdom on the far margin of North America showcasing superlative scenery and deep wilderness. It’s huge enough to offer different cruise destinations with distinct attractions. Along the comparatively more populated coast of West Greenland, marvel at the iceberg factory of the UNESCO World Heritage Site Ilulissat Icefjord, draining the ice sheet to Disko Bay, and visit settlements such as centuries-old Qeqertarsuaq. Wilder East Greenland tempts with jewels such as the sprawling fjord network of Scoresby Sund—a primo Aurora Borealis theater—and the immense, wildlife-rich Northeast Greenland National Park, the world’s largest.
About Greenland Cruises
The world’s biggest island. The second-biggest ice sheet, some 660,000 square miles (1.71 million square kilometers) in area. The most extensive system of fjords on Earth. Stark peaks rearing beyond 12,000 feet. Rich Inuit culture, vast tundra, ghosts of Norse occupation, colorful coastal settlements. Electric displays of the Northern Lights. And a wildlife roster that includes polar bears, muskoxen, a unique subspecies of gray wolf, caribou, baleen whales, walruses, and Arctic foxes.
This is Greenland, a magnificent Arctic kingdom on the far margin of North America showcasing superlative scenery and deep wilderness. It’s huge enough to offer different cruise destinations with distinct attractions. Along the comparatively more populated coast of West Greenland, marvel at the iceberg factory of the UNESCO World Heritage Site Ilulissat Icefjord, draining the ice sheet to Disko Bay, and visit settlements such as centuries-old Qeqertarsuaq. Wilder East Greenland tempts with jewels such as the sprawling fjord network of Scoresby Sund—a primo Aurora Borealis theater—and the immense, wildlife-rich Northeast Greenland National Park, the world’s largest.
Disko Bay: Meeting the Inuit & Discovering the Unknown
Svalbard and Greenland Summer Micro Cruise
Southeast Greenland: Exploring At The Edge Of The Ice Cap
East Greenland, Scoresby Sund, Including Long Hikes
Wilderness from Greenland to the East Coast of Canada
Northwest Passage: Greenland To Alaska (Eastbound)
Arctic Highlights Northbound
Expedition to the edge of the Ice Sheet
Jewels of the Arctic - Greenland Solar Eclipse
Arctic Highlights Southbound
Greenland Map
Green Cruise FAQs
Are there cruises to Greenland?
Yes, Greenland cruises offer breathtaking scenery, traditional Inuit culture, and a front-row seat to the Arctic’s remarkable wildlife spectacle.
What can I expect during a Greenland cruise?
You can expect immense icebergs, towering fjords, colorful villages, and visits to active glaciers. Itineraries are moderately challenging, often involving active excursions like hiking or kayaking.
When is the best time to go on a Greenland cruise?
The season runs from June through September, with August offering the best balance of wildlife and weather.
How long do Greenland cruises typically last?
They generally last from 10 to 15 days.
How much is a cruise to Greenland?
Cruises to Greenland typically cost between $7,000 and $18,000 USD.
What type of wildlife can I see on a Greenland cruise?
Greenland’s waters and shores host whales, seals, Arctic foxes, polar bears, seabirds like little auks and kittiwakes, and much more.
Yes, Greenland cruises offer breathtaking scenery, traditional Inuit culture, and a front-row seat to the Arctic’s remarkable wildlife spectacle.
You can expect immense icebergs, towering fjords, colorful villages, and visits to active glaciers. Itineraries are moderately challenging, often involving active excursions like hiking or kayaking.
The season runs from June through September, with August offering the best balance of wildlife and weather.
They generally last from 10 to 15 days.
Cruises to Greenland typically cost between $7,000 and $18,000 USD.
Greenland’s waters and shores host whales, seals, Arctic foxes, polar bears, seabirds like little auks and kittiwakes, and much more.
Greenland Cruise Ships
Navigate Greenland’s settlements and stunning coastline on expertly designed expedition ships, offering close-up encounters with its natural and cultural wonders.
Le Commandant Charcot
Ocean Explorer
Greg Mortimer
MS Expedition (Old)
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