Scoresbysund Northern Lights Photo Tour with Virgil Reglioni
Highlights
- Zodiac through Scoresbysund’s ice-choked fjords, flanked by towering basalt cliffs and cathedral-like icebergs
- Discover traces of ancient Thule culture and encounter majestic musk oxen roaming freely across Greenland’s vast tundra.
- Visit Ittoqqortoormiit—one of the most remote settlements on Earth—and glimpse life at the very edge of the Arctic
Embark on this unforgettable expedition through East Greenland’s legendary Scoresbysund—an immense, iceberg-laden fjord system that stands as the largest and perhaps most beautiful on Earth. Your adventure begins in Iceland, whisking you north across the Denmark Strait to the remote frontier of Greenland, where a short hike and Zodiac ride deliver you to your waiting expedition ship.
As you venture deep into the fjord, every day reveals a new facet of this Arctic masterpiece. Glide past sculptural icebergs in Viking Bay, where black basalt cliffs rise dramatically from the water and seabirds wheel overhead. Step ashore on Danmark Island to uncover the ancient remains of Thule settlements—echoes of Greenland’s earliest inhabitants—and keep watch for musk oxen roaming the tundra. In Hare Fjord and Ofjord, the serenity is profound: mirrored waters reflect vast mountainsides and drifting floes, while landings on remote islands offer sweeping panoramas of Greenland’s wild interior.
A highlight awaits in Ittoqqortoormiit, a tiny, colorful community that stands as one of the world’s most isolated towns. Here, you’ll meet the resilient locals whose way of life is defined by the rhythms of the Arctic, providing a rare glimpse into a culture shaped by endurance and ingenuity.
This late summer voyage unfolds at the height of Greenland’s brief, golden season—when the tundra glows with autumn hues, wildlife is active, and the light dances long into the evening. Expect moments of deep stillness broken only by the crack of ice and the call of seabirds, and a profound sense of awe at the scale and solitude of this Arctic wilderness.
Perfect for those with a spirit of adventure and a reverence for wild, uncharted places, this journey offers not just exploration but perspective—a chance to walk in the footsteps of ancient hunters, sail through landscapes few have ever seen, and return home forever changed by the silence and grandeur...
Ships
Vikingfjord
MV Freya
Standard Activities
About the Scoresbysund Northern Lights Photo Tour with Virgil Reglioni
Embark on this unforgettable expedition through East Greenland’s legendary Scoresbysund—an immense, iceberg-laden fjord system that stands as the largest and perhaps most beautiful on Earth. Your adventure begins in Iceland, whisking you north across the Denmark Strait to the remote frontier of Greenland, where a short hike and Zodiac ride deliver you to your waiting expedition ship.
As you venture deep into the fjord, every day reveals a new facet of this Arctic masterpiece. Glide past sculptural icebergs in Viking Bay, where black basalt cliffs rise dramatically from the water and seabirds wheel overhead. Step ashore on Danmark Island to uncover the ancient remains of Thule settlements—echoes of Greenland’s earliest inhabitants—and keep watch for musk oxen roaming the tundra. In Hare Fjord and Ofjord, the serenity is profound: mirrored waters reflect vast mountainsides and drifting floes, while landings on remote islands offer sweeping panoramas of Greenland’s wild interior.
A highlight awaits in Ittoqqortoormiit, a tiny, colorful community that stands as one of the world’s most isolated towns. Here, you’ll meet the resilient locals whose way of life is defined by the rhythms of the Arctic, providing a rare glimpse into a culture shaped by endurance and ingenuity.
This late summer voyage unfolds at the height of Greenland’s brief, golden season—when the tundra glows with autumn hues, wildlife is active, and the light dances long into the evening. Expect moments of deep stillness broken only by the crack of ice and the call of seabirds, and a profound sense of awe at the scale and solitude of this Arctic wilderness.
Perfect for those with a spirit of adventure and a reverence for wild, uncharted places, this journey offers not just exploration but perspective—a chance to walk in the footsteps of ancient hunters, sail through landscapes few have ever seen, and return home forever changed by the silence and grandeur of East Greenland.
Itinerary Day to Day
Embarkation
Meet other guests and a rep at the pre-arranged meeting point in Keflavik Airport or Reykjavik Airport, Iceland, before going through security together and boarding our charter plane to Nerlerit Inaat Airport (Constable Point), Greenland.
From the airport, we will take a short hike to the shore and board Zodiac boats to take us to our expedition ship.
Danmark Island
Exploration
Ittoqqortoormiit
Disembarkation
Route Map
An accomplished and published photographer with more than 30 years of leading photography adventure trips, Randy readily shares his craft and substantial knowledge with photographers of all types and skill levels. He provides guidance in composition as well as the technical aspects of photography to help clients imp...
Virgil Reglioni is an expedition leader and professional photographer specialising in the polar regions. His deep knowledge of remote environments, combined with his ability to connect with guests through personalised guidance, make him exceptional at delivering unforgettable experiences. With years of hands-on expl...
An accomplished and published photographer with more than 30 years of leading photography adventure trips, Randy readily shares his craft and substantial knowledge with photographers of all types and skill levels. He provides guidance in composition as well as the technical aspects of photography to help clients improve and enhance their skills. Randy has a knack for translating even the most complex technical aspects of photography, as well as the intricate components of cameras, into simple concepts that are easy to understand.
Impact
Randy’s photography skills have earned him multiple awards, most recently two Honourable Mentions in the 2024 International Monochrome competition. He was a semi-finalist for the BBC’s Wildlife Photographer of the Year; his photographs have appeared in The Wall Street Journal, Africa Geographic, and Northwest Magazine; and his images grace the covers of numerous books, including Understanding Elephants and The Braided River.
Style
Randy uses his engineering background, coupled with an artistic eye and years of teaching, to help both experienced and novice photographers improve their ability to take eye-catching and memorable photographs. He focuses on drawing the viewer into the image – sharing the feeling of the moment – to capture the excitement of being on location and taking the photograph.
Virgil Reglioni is an expedition leader and professional photographer specialising in the polar regions. His deep knowledge of remote environments, combined with his ability to connect with guests through personalised guidance, make him exceptional at delivering unforgettable experiences. With years of hands-on exploration and a passion for teaching photography, Virgil excels at capturing and sharing the beauty of the pristine landscapes he explores.
Impact
Virgil Reglioni has received several accolades for his photography, including at the 2023 Nature’s Best Photography awards, where he won first place in the Outdoor Adventure category. He was also selected in the 2021, 2022, and 2023 Best Northern Lights Photographer of the Year collections. His Unique Aurora Shot of the Year project, born in 2021, is dedicated to capturing one-of-a-kind aurora borealis photographs in extreme and challenging locations, pushing the boundaries of creativity to present the northern lights from unprecedented perspectives.
Style
Virgil Reglioni’s teaching, guiding, and photography style is defined by his meticulous planning, adventurous approach, and deep respect for polar environments. He has a unique way of using wildlife as a sense of scale in his compositions, blending animals seamlessly into vast landscapes to highlight the grandeur of nature. Focusing on environmental storytelling rather than close-up portraits, Virgil captures images that convey the interconnectedness of wildlife and their habitats, creating visually compelling and educational works that resonate with viewers.
Languages:
English
FrenchF
What's Included
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Expert guide team and photographer
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Lectures and tutorials
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Use of Zodiacs (dinghies) for shore landings and photography opportunities
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Polar bear protection guides for shore landings
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Full board (breakfast, lunch and dinner + alcoholic drinks with evening meal)
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Bedding and towels
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Highly experienced captain and cook
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Rubber boots for shore landings
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Transfers from hotel to vessel for embarkation and vessel to airport/hotel after disembarkation
What's Excluded
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Flights and transfers from airport to hotel.
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Travel and cancellation insurance.
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Any additional expenses such as museum entry.
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