Sea ice and icebergs beneath the Northern Lights
8-day trip
and 7 nights
From €8 500
per person
Polar yacht
Nanook
Comfort
3 stars
Activities
Wildlife viewing. Hikes/excursions.
Difficulty
Easy
Temperature
-10° on average
Kilometres
3200
Winter Lights in Southwest Greenland
Beneath the Northern Lights, southwestern Greenland reveals its dark peaks and ice cliffs.
Glaciers flow down from the ice cap, giving birth to cathedrals of icebergs trapped in the pack ice.
A land of Vikings and Inuit, the southern coast of Greenland is dotted with colorful villages facing the endless white.
On the ice, we keep an eye out for polar bears, while in the distance, muskoxen traverse the frozen tundra.
Our itineraries are subject to weather and ice conditions.
8-day cruise
March 19–26, 2027
March 26–April 2, 2027
Cruise starting at €8,500 per person
Winter Lights in Southwest Greenland
Beneath the Northern Lights, southwestern Greenland reveals its dark peaks and ice cliffs.
Glaciers flow down from the ice cap, giving birth to cathedrals of icebergs trapped in the pack ice.
A land of Vikings and Inuit, the southern coast of Greenland is dotted with colorful villages facing the endless white.
On the ice, we keep an eye out for polar bears, while in the distance, muskoxen traverse the frozen tundra.
Our itineraries are subject to weather and ice conditions.
8-day cruise
March 19–26, 2027
March 26–April 2, 2027
Cruise starting at €8,500 per person
Highlights of your trip
Nuuk
Board your polar yacht, the Nanook.
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Paamiut
Paamiut, a colorful fishing town with a population of 1,300, nestled among a string of islands and rugged coastlines. A close-up view of the Qooqqup and Akulleq glaciers.
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Days 3–5: Fjords of southwestern Greenland
Cruises through the great fjords and pack ice of the Qaqortoq region. Viking sites at Hvalsey, Kujataa, and Igaliku. These landscapes, with their spectacular peaks, rise 2,000 meters in the form of impressive granite cliffs that have made the region famous. Cruise through these fjords (Tasermiut) beneath the peaks of Ketil and Nalumasortoq.
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Southwest Coast
The southwestern coast of Greenland is known for its wildlife (fish eagles, seals, whales, etc.). Explore the fjords and glaciers.
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Nuuk
Arrival in Nuuk in the afternoon. Free time in town
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Round-trip flights
Disembarkation and transfer to the airport
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ACTIVITIES
- Hiking
- Zodiac Excursions
- Wildlife Viewing
LANGUAGES
A 100% French-speaking tour led by a team of tour guides and a Grands Espaces expedition leader.
CLIMATE
- Average temperature: +5°C.
FORMALITIES
For European and Swiss nationals:
- Valid passport
ITINERARY
CLOTHING
You’re heading to the polar regions, so it’s important to be properly equipped. You’ll be spending time outdoors and aboard the Zodiacs, where you may get wet from rain or sea spray.
We recommend:
- Waterproof parka
- Waterproof fleece pants or waterproof overpants
- Lightweight sweater
- Thick sweater
- Long-sleeved T-shirt
- Sunglasses
NOTE
To fully enjoy wildlife viewing as well as the scenery, we strongly recommend that you bring a good pair of binoculars.
FOR PHOTOGRAPHERS
For great wildlife photos, we recommend a lens with a focal length of at least 200mm.
NANOOK
The ship was built in 1968 in Denmark for traffic control missions in the North Sea: its bow and hull were designed to withstand the roughest seas.
It is 53.5 meters long and 10 meters wide, with a draft of 3.35 meters; an ocean-going vessel built for major expeditions. Thanks to two engines producing 2,200 CV, its cruising speed is 11 to 12 knots, with a maximum speed of 16.2 knots.
With an ice class of 1B, it can navigate easily through regions covered by pack ice. It is staffed by 6 officers and crew members, a chef, and two polar tour guides on board. It is equipped with 2 Zodiacs for excursions, as well as expedition cruise gear.
The 9 passenger cabins, ranging from 8 to 16 m², feature: twin or double beds, a desk, armchairs, storage space, and a private toilet/shower. The yacht accommodates a maximum of 12 passengers.
The vessel underwent a complete restoration between 2020 and 2024 at the Lech Walesa shipyards in Gdańsk by its Norwegian owner, under the direction of Italian architect Marco Coppola and Christian Kempf, a polar expert and expedition leader.
The cabins were redesigned and a panoramic observation lounge was added, making this sturdy and elegant vessel a must-see in the Arctic, where it will begin sailing in 2025.
PRICE:
- Twin/double beds, portholes, 14 m²: €8,500
- Twin/double beds, portholes/windows, 14 m² to 17 m²: €8,900
- Superior cabin, twin/double beds, windows, 16 m²: €9,900
- Single cabins, portholes, 9 m²: €9,900
PRICE INCLUDES
- The cruise with full board
- French-speaking tour guides
- Travel assistance and repatriation insurance
- Rental of boots and wetsuits
THE PRICE DOES NOT INCLUDE
- Scheduled flights to and from Nuuk
- Transfers
- Cancellation and comprehensive insurance
- Beverages
- Tips
- Personal expenses
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