Scoresby Sund - Northern Lights & Activities

Scoresby Sund Northern Lights & Activities Special 9 Days
Scoresby Sund Northern Lights & Activities Special 9 Days
Aboard: MV Ortelius
FREE KAYAKING, HIKING AND PHOTO WORKSHOPS.
A fantastic voyage from Iceland to the spectacular Scoresby Sund, the world's longest fjord, and the rarely visited eastern coast of Greenland. Discover a world of enchanting scenery and diverse wildlife as you spend your days exploring by kayak, ship, Zodiac and on foot throughout this magnificent wilderness. At this time of year we also hope to witness the beautiful phenomenon of the Northern Lights (Aurora Borealis).
This basecamp voyage focuses on land and near-shore activities with minimal disturbance to local wildlife. Your ship will navigate to carefully chosen areas around Scoresby Sund, staying in fewer locations than during regular trips, so that it can serve as a comfortable hub for multiple outdoor activities. Should you not wish to participate in the activities, you can still enjoy a truly fulfilling Arctic experience with Zodiac cruises and easy-to-moderate shoreline walks that focus on wildlife.
Kayaking, hiking and photo workshops are all included as part of your package. A Polar Diving option is also available at a discounted rate. To participate in Polar Diving you must be advanced and experienced in dry suit and cold water diving.
Please note: A transfer shuttle between Reykjavik and Akureyri (embarkation & disembarkation point) is available at a cost of €105pp one-way and €180 return.
Highlights
- Enjoy an activity-based itinerary with FREE kayaking, hiking and photo workshops!
- Discover the spectacular Scoresby Sund on Greenland's enchanting eastern coast
- Amazing mountain, glacier and tundra landscapes
- Encounter whales, musk oxen and other wildlife
- Great chances of seeing the Northern Lights!
- Sample Inuit culture
- Polar diving available at a discounted rate (experience required)
What's Included
- Full board accommodation on board with all meals, snacks and hot drinks
- Kayaking, hiking and photo workshops
- All zodiac excursions and landings with expert guides
- Programme of expert lectures
- Loan of rubber boots
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MV Ortelius
Ortelius was built as a Russian scientific survey ship with ice strengthened hull, ideal for polar sailing. She has been completely refurbished for polar expedition travel and has a selection of suites and cabins with windows or portholes and private facilities. There are twin dining rooms, a lecture room, bar and observation lounge and lots of open deck space plus an open-bridge policy. Ortelius also has a helicopter landing pad and helicopter excursions are available on some itineraries.
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Take advantage of our vast experience, passion and expertise to help you hand craft the perfect Arctic adventure for you.

Simon’s deep passion for and first-hand knowledge of a vast range of destinations all over the world gives him the ideal skills to help you create a truly unforgettable wildlife inspired adventure to the most exciting places on the planet.

Having amassed a host of extraordinary adventures in destinations all over the world, Sheena’s experience, skills and enthusiasm for helping clients plan their ideal itinerary will help make your holiday unforgettable, action packed and life-changing.

Mike has more than 15 years of experience in the travel industry and continues to be inspired by the people, places and wildlife he discovers. His in-depth personal knowledge of a diverse range of destinations ensures your adventure itinerary will be a holiday like no other.
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