Greenland's east coast is home to some of the world's largest fjord systems, like Scoresby Sund. Expeditions often include sailing among towering icebergs, visiting remote Inuit communities, and spotting wildlife such as musk oxen, Arctic hares, and whales. Itineraries may start or end in Iceland, with some including flights to reach more remote areas. Northern Lights are often visible in late summer and early autumn, adding a magical touch. Expect a mix of Zodiac cruises, landings, and cultural encounters in one of Earth’s most untouched regions.
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Trip Summary
Date: Aug 3, 2026 – Aug 19, 2026
Duration: 17 Days
Ship: Ocean Explorer
Adventure options:
1-time Kayaking
1-time KayakingStarts & Ends in Reykjavik
Starting at: $
About the Greenland Essential: East Coasts itinerary
Embark in Reykjavík and begin your journey across the Denmark Strait. Enjoy introductory lectures and wildlife watching opportunities at sea.
Cross the Denmark Strait, watching for seabirds and whales from deck. Attend expert talks about Greenlandic history, wildlife, and the Inuit culture.
Reach the icy, majestic coast of East Greenland. Explore dramatic fjords like Scoresby Sund, towering icebergs, and colorful Inuit settlements like Ittoqqortoormiit. Activities include Zodiac cruising, tundra hikes, glacier visits, and optional kayaking. Wildlife sightings may include musk oxen, Arctic hares, and seals.
Sail back to Iceland and disembark in Reykjavík. End your Arctic adventure or continue exploring Iceland.
the Ocean Explorer
Ocean Explorer is modern, elegant and purpose-built for polar exploration. The 138-passenger vessel has been designed with the latest in expedition ship technology. One of the ship’s key features is the ULSTEIN X-BOW®, a marine engineering innovation that ensures a comfortable and smooth sailing experience thanks to the inverted bow. Located at the bow is the two-story, light-filled library, which introduces a welcome airiness to the expedition ship.
Spacious cabins feature a modern, bespoke Scandinavian design and almost all have verandas. Guests can relax and find comfort in the spacious gym, sauna with large windows, and two outdoor Jacuzzis.
Ocean Explorer features ample outdoor viewing areas and multi-height outer decks, which are ideal for long-view photography and wildlife viewing. The vessel is equipped with a fleet of 15 Zodiacs that enable guests to get off the ship quickly and safely for off-ship adventures. In addition to the well-appointed and spacious public areas, Ocean Explorer has an industry-leading mix of sustainability systems, including fuel-efficient Rolls Royce engines.
Technical Specs
Cabins & Amenities
- Two Story Library: Light-filled interior library—at the bow of the ship— allows guests to sit and relax indoors while taking in the surrounding polar landscapes from their choice of two levels.
- Leading Edge Sustainability: With the latest sustainability technology in polar expedition, the ship features fuel-efficient Rolls-Royce engines and the ground-breaking MAGS gasification system that converts waste into energy, eliminating the environmental impact of waste transportation.
- Ulstein X-Bow: the innovative X-Bow design ensures calm, energy-efficient sailing in rough waters.
- Dry sauna
- Gym
- Jacuzzis
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Notes
Includes:
- Leadership throughout the voyage by our experienced Expedition Leaders, including shore landings and other activities
- All Zodiac transfers and cruising as per the daily program
- All shore landings as per the daily program
- Shipboard accommodation with daily housekeeping
- NEW Free beer, standard wines, spirits, and cocktails during bar service hours and dinner.
- Complimentary coffee, tea and cocoa available around the clock
- All meals, snacks, soft drinks and juices on board throughout your voyage (Please inform us of any dietary requirements as far in advance as possible. Unfortunately, the ships’ galleys cannot prepare kosher meals.)
- Beer and wine during dinner; and coffee, tea and cocoa available around the clock
- Formal and informal presentations by our Expedition Team and guest speakers as scheduled
- A photographic journal documenting the expedition
- A pair of waterproof expedition boots on loan for landings and Zodiac cruising excursions
- An official Quark Expeditions® parka to keep
- Hair dryer and bathrobes in every cabin
- NEW Complimentary Wi-Fi service on one device permitting basic Internet browsing, email, posting on social media and voice applications. (Premium packages are available for more data intensive applications.)
- Comprehensive onboard materials, including a map and an informative Antarctic Reader
- All miscellaneous service taxes and port charges throughout the program
- All luggage handling aboard the ship
- Group arrival transfer in Ushuaia from airport to preexpedition hotel on Day 1
- One night’s pre-expedition hotel accommodation in Ushuaia with breakfast (Note: The number of guests per room is the same as cabin occupancy on the ship. Due to limited availability, travelers who reserve a suite on board are accommodated in standard rooms at the hotel. Triple rooms may not be available.)
- Group transfer from hotel to ship on embarkation day
- Group departure transfer upon disembarkation in Ushuaia from ship to local airport or to luggage storage facility
Extras:
- International airfare
- Passport and visa expenses
- Government arrival and departure taxes
- Any meals ashore with the exception of breakfast at the host hotel before embarkation
- Baggage, cancellation and medical travel insurance – strongly recommended
- Excess baggage charges
- Mandatory waterproof pants for Zodiac landing and cruising excursions, or any other gear not mentioned
- Laundry, bar, massage services and other personal charges, unless specified
- Phone and Internet charges
- Voluntary gratuity at the end of the voyage for expedition staff and shipboard crew
- Additional overnight accommodation
- Arrival and departure transfers, except where explicitly stated
- Adventure Options not listed in Included Activities
- Emergency Evacuation insurance for all passengers to a maximum benefit of USD $500,000 per person
Adventure options: Kayaking (USD $1,995)-/ Paddling Excursion (USD $395) – / Camping (USD $495) –
- Adventure options must be pre-booked and paid for prior to start of the trip. Space is subject to availability. Some activities require experience
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