Complete East Greenland: Ocean Albatros
Greenland
Discover one of the world's most beautiful, wild and pristine natural areas in the huge North Greenland National Park. On this unique expedition cruise, we will venture far from the usual tourist routes and visit places where only true expeditioners and scientists travel. Possibly the most dramatic coast outside of Antarctica, the coast is guarded by Greenland’s highest mountains and steepest fjords. On this luxury Arctic expedition cruise your will experience unspoiled Arctic landscapes with good chances of seeing polar bears, whales and musk oxen
- Presentations from expert lecturers
- State of the art, luxury expedition vessel
- Visit the world’s largest national park in Northeast Greenland
- Massive fjord systems and glaciers
- Whale sightings, bird watching & Arctic wildlife
- Great chances to see Aurora borealis, the Northern Lights!
Heading out from Reykjavík, our first call is the isolated Inuit community, Ittoqqortoormiit. From here we navigate into the overwhelming Kong Oskar Fjord, which acts as a gateway for the North Greenland National Park, the world's largest nature reserve. Navigating the sheltered interior of the national park’s fjord system, we are likely to enjoy stable September weather with clear skies and distant visibility. Snow dusts the mountain tops, and the supernatural wonders of Aurora Borealis can be seen at night. We make landings at century old hunting stations in breathtaking landscapes, as the ship navigates north around Ella and Ymer Islands into Kejser Franz Joseph Fjord. On the southbound voyage we aim for the dramatic Blosseville Coast. The last day will be at sea, enjoying lectures from the expedition team – or getting glimpses of sea birds migrating south. This is a true Expedition Voyage, with landings in harsh and pristine nature, abundant wild life – and compulsory permits needed from both national park authorities and the Arctic military patrol Sirius, who acts as national park officers. The expedition team onboard have huge experience, having navigated these remote fjords for more than 20 years. There are few wilder, more magnificent and untouched places than the Northeast Greenland National Park!
Stewart's Take
September is the perfect time to experience the majesty of Greenland
Overview
Discover one of the world's most beautiful, wild and pristine natural areas in the huge North Greenland National Park. On this unique expedition cruise, we will venture far from the usual tourist routes and visit places where only true expeditioners and scientists travel. Possibly the most dramatic coast outside of Antarctica, the coast is guarded by Greenland’s highest mountains and steepest fjords. On this luxury Arctic expedition cruise your will experience unspoiled Arctic landscapes with good chances of seeing polar bears, whales and musk oxen.M/V OCEAN ALBATROS
The brand-new luxury infinity vessel Ocean Albatros is one of the most modern small ship vessels in the world. This stylish cruise ship is ideally suited to small-ship expeditions, with a total of 93 comfortable cabins for guests, all with a view of the ocean, 90% with a balcony, even a suite with a French balcony! Ocean Albatros is deployed and dedicated to varied Arctic polar voyages. With the highest Polar code 6 and Ice class 1A, Ocean Victory is the ideal vessel for small-ship cruising due to her sturdy construction and X-BOW® – Infinity class, which provides high stability in rough weather and allows for the smoothest movements on high waves, and a Solas 2012 classification, which facilitates a safe return to port. The vessel will have more than a 50% lower carbon footprint than traditional expedition vessels and be one of the most environmentally friendly, implementing the Green Initiative Program, ensuring both absolute comfort and sustainability for our guests. Ocean Albatros will also offer a unique panorama sauna, and a total of 12 dedicated solo travel cabins without a single-supplement. Like it's sistership the Ocean Victory it offers two restaurants, a wellness area, an Albatros Nordic Bar, an open deck dining facility, a modern lecture lounge, and other state-of-the-art amenities.
- 12-day/11-night cruise on Ocean Albatros in a shared outside double room with a private bathroom in the category chosen
- English-speaking expedition staff
- Guided walks Nature hikes and Zodiac cruises per itinerary
- Information briefings and lectures by the expedition team
- Activities in certain towns, as per itinerary
- Special photo workshop
- Full board on the ship
- Dinner drink package
- Free coffee, tea, and afternoon snacks on the ship
- Welcome and farewell cocktails
- Taxes, tariffs, and landing fees
- Digital visual journal link after the voyage, including voyage log, gallery, species list, and more
- Extra excursions and activities not mentioned in the itinerary
- Single room supplement and cabin upgrades
- Meals not on board the ship
- Beverages (other than coffee and tea and dinner-drink package)
- Tips for the crew (we recommend USD 14 per person per day)
- Personal expenses
- Transfers to/from the ship in Reykjavik
- Travel, cancellation, and senior insurance
- Anything not mentioned under ’Inclusions’
Tour Dossier
Complete East Greenland: Ocean Albatros
Join an expedition cruise from Iceland to the massive Northeast Greenland National Park, an unparalleled wilderness with fjords, glaciers & wildlife
File Creation date: 2024-09-19 - for updated information and dates and prices see the following page:
http://expeditionsonline.com/tour/the-wild-side-of-greenland-ocean-albatros_431
Complete East Greenland: Ocean Albatros
Duration: 12 days
Location: Greenland
Available: September
Start: Reykjavik
Finish: Reykjavik
Highlights
- Presentations from expert lecturers
- State of the art, luxury expedition vessel
- Visit the world’s largest national park in Northeast Greenland
- Massive fjord systems and glaciers
- Whale sightings, bird watching & Arctic wildlife
- Great chances to see Aurora borealis, the Northern Lights!
Itinerary
Discover one of the world's most beautiful, wild and pristine natural areas in the huge North Greenland National Park. On this unique expedition cruise, we will venture far from the usual tourist routes and visit places where only true expeditioners and scientists travel. Possibly the most dramatic coast outside of Antarctica, the coast is guarded by Greenland’s highest mountains and steepest fjords. On this luxury Arctic expedition cruise your will experience unspoiled Arctic landscapes with good chances of seeing polar bears, whales and musk oxen
Ship Information
M/V OCEAN ALBATROS
The brand-new luxury infinity vessel Ocean Albatros is one of the most modern small ship vessels in the world. This stylish cruise ship is ideally suited to small-ship expeditions, with a total of 93 comfortable cabins for guests, all with a view of the ocean, 90% with a balcony, even a suite with a French balcony! Ocean Albatros is deployed and dedicated to varied Arctic polar voyages. With the highest Polar code 6 and Ice class 1A, Ocean Victory is the ideal vessel for small-ship cruising due to her sturdy construction and X-BOW® – Infinity class, which provides high stability in rough weather and allows for the smoothest movements on high waves, and a Solas 2012 classification, which facilitates a safe return to port. The vessel will have more than a 50% lower carbon footprint than traditional expedition vessels and be one of the most environmentally friendly, implementing the Green Initiative Program, ensuring both absolute comfort and sustainability for our guests. Ocean Albatros will also offer a unique panorama sauna, and a total of 12 dedicated solo travel cabins without a single-supplement. Like it's sistership the Ocean Victory it offers two restaurants, a wellness area, an Albatros Nordic Bar, an open deck dining facility, a modern lecture lounge, and other state-of-the-art amenities.
Complete East Greenland: Ocean Albatros
For the latest, up-to-date departure dates and prices please refer to the tour page:
http://expeditionsonline.com/tour/the-wild-side-of-greenland-ocean-albatros_431
Included
- 12-day/11-night cruise on Ocean Albatros in a shared outside double room with a private bathroom in the category chosen
- English-speaking expedition staff
- Guided walks Nature hikes and Zodiac cruises per itinerary
- Information briefings and lectures by the expedition team
- Activities in certain towns, as per itinerary
- Special photo workshop
- Full board on the ship
- Dinner drink package
- Free coffee, tea, and afternoon snacks on the ship
- Welcome and farewell cocktails
- Taxes, tariffs, and landing fees
- Digital visual journal link after the voyage, including voyage log, gallery, species list, and more
Excluded
- Extra excursions and activities not mentioned in the itinerary
- Single room supplement and cabin upgrades
- Meals not on board the ship
- Beverages (other than coffee and tea and dinner-drink package)
- Tips for the crew (we recommend USD 14 per person per day)
- Personal expenses
- Transfers to/from the ship in Reykjavik
- Travel, cancellation, and senior insurance
- Anything not mentioned under ’Inclusions’
General Terms and Conditions
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