Exploring Greenland by Small-Ship Expedition

by Aurora Expeditions Blog
Last updated:: 7:00 AM ET, Fri September 8, 2023

Greenland is fast-becoming one of the most sought-after destinations for explorers and there's no better way to bring the beauty of the country to life than by exploring on a small-ship expedition cruise. 

The small-ship environment with Aurora Expeditions offers elements that larger ships can't provide such as maneuvering into bays and fjords only accessible to smaller vessels. 

Travelers move through the ice on a modern ice-class 1A vessel, and with a maximum of 132 passengers, Aurora can easily have all passengers on each excursion, including shore landings and zodiac cruises.

Hiking in Greenland (Photo Credit: Aurora Expeditions)

Greenland is home to stunning landscapes, unique wildlife and remote villages that are brought to life through intriguing and adventurous excursions and activities include kayaking, climbing and photography adventures. 

Travelers can visit Greenland on numerous itineraries. The Complete Northwest Passage is a 30-day expedition that includes Greenland and starts in Toronto and concludes in Anchorage. There is also a shorter, 17-day Northwest Passage voyage that includes Greenland. 

The Northern Lights Explorer and Jewels of the Arctic also includes Greenland as well as the Arctic and Norway. 

Greenland Odyssey focuses solely on Greenland and the Arctic and starts in Reykjavik, Iceland, finishing in Toronto. Guests explore the Kangertitivatsiaq Fjord, popular among skilled rock climbers. Guests also visit Tasiilaq, east Greenland’s largest town and explore the narrow channels of the Skjoldungen Fjord. 

Ilulissat, Greenland (Photo Credit: Aurora Expeditions/Michael Baynes)

The ship explores the Prince Christian Sound, which connects the Labrador Sea with the Irminger Sea. Guests stop in Greenland’s capital, Nuuk and in Ilulissat, there is the opportunity to hike to the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Icefjord. 

The 17-day expedition ends in the township of Kangerlussuaq where guests enjoy a tour to Reindeer Glacier before flying to Toronto. 

Travelers can explore more and pay less with a special offer from Aurora that includes a $2,000 air credit on 2024 Arctic expeditions. In addition, there is the chance to save 20 percent with no single supplements for select sailings. 

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