Spitsbergen, Greenland and Iceland

Explore all of the “jewels of the Arctic” on this in-depth expedition featuring unique wildlife, remote communities and stunning scenery. Spot walrus, puffin and, if you’re lucky, polar bear in Svalbard before sailing towards Greenland and the massive glaciers and icebergs of Scoresbysund.

On the east coast of Greenland, the 500-strong Inuit community of Ittoqqortoormiit live alongside polar bears, millions of nesting seabirds, seal and musk oxen, using ancient traditions to hunt. We visit their colourful home on this tour of three islands, learning more about those who thrive on the tundra. Meet trappers and playful children who come to peek at us from beneath their fur jackets. Taking the time to explore ancient grave sites and villages that were occupied by pre-Inuit 3,000 years ago allows us to better understand the people who live in this beautiful corner of the world, and the balance they’ve struck with the extraordinary wildlife they share their home with. Extend your stay in the Icelandic capital Reykjavik for an entirely different cultural experience.

Duration: 15 days

Ship: M/V Greg Mortimer

Depart: June – August

Prices from: US $12,650pp

CA $16,230pp (trip only)

Carbon footprint: 2,686kg CO2e (average pp)

Itinerary

Day 1 Trip starts in Longyearbyen

Day 2 Embark the M/V Greg Mortimer

Days 3-4 Explore Spitsbergen

Days 5-6 Cross the Greenland Sea

Days 7-13 East Coast of Greenland

Day 14 Sail the Denmark Strait towards Iceland

Day 15 Trip ends in Reykjavik

Find out more exploreworldwide.com/ GMGI Optional activites

Kayaking

Add on experiences in Longyearbyen (pre/post trip):

Dogsledding on wheels

Electric bike sightseeing

Wilderness evening

Kayak tours

Polar Bears in Churchill

Go in search of the majestic polar bear in Churchill, home to the world’s greatest concentration of polar bear. Board a Polar Rover, a specially-designed vehicle to watch the bear in their natural habitat and safely watch them interact, and learn of their behaviour from the expert guides.

Duration: 6 days

Transport: Polar Rover

Depart: October – November

Prices from: US $9,050pp

CA $11,610pp (trip only)

Carbon footprint: 478kg CO2e (average pp)

Itinerary

Day 1 Trip starts in Winnipeg

Day 2 Winnipeg to Churchill –evening on the tundra

Days 3-4 Polar bear viewing Day 5 Explore Churchill. Fly to Winnipeg. Day 6 Trip ends in Winnipeg

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