sailing EXPEDITION
TO West Greenland
Greenland is the land of midnight sun, ice and snow, vast tundra and immense glaciers.
sailing EXPEDITION
TO West Greenland
TO West Greenland
Greenland is the land of midnight sun, ice and snow, vast tundra and immense glaciers.
Itinerary of the expedition
to the Disko Bay (West Greenland)
to the Disko Bay (West Greenland)
Ilulissat
Our home for the next seven days will be waiting for us (yacht is just 10 min drive from the airport).
We will take the Blue Trail trek along the fjord. Here you can see the biggest accumulation of icebergs in Greenland. They break away from the Jakobshavn Glacier. Whichever route you choose — a long one of 7 km or a short one of 3 km — you will get loads of impressions from this trek!
Don’t forget to bring your thermos. We go up a beautiful little hill and listen to sounds of crackling ice while sipping some hot drinks. You will definitely remember this moment! We'll be there during a polar day in Greenland, so the icebergs are lit up by the golden rays of the midnight Sun. That looks amazing.
We will take the Blue Trail trek along the fjord. Here you can see the biggest accumulation of icebergs in Greenland. They break away from the Jakobshavn Glacier. Whichever route you choose — a long one of 7 km or a short one of 3 km — you will get loads of impressions from this trek!
Don’t forget to bring your thermos. We go up a beautiful little hill and listen to sounds of crackling ice while sipping some hot drinks. You will definitely remember this moment! We'll be there during a polar day in Greenland, so the icebergs are lit up by the golden rays of the midnight Sun. That looks amazing.
Day 1
Aasiaat
Our first stop is Aasiaat town. In order to get there, we'll have to pass the Icefjord, the one that might have seen from the airplane.
It's time to check out what icebergs look like from the sea and to try our luck to meet our first whale. You might have noticed that it is a whale that's imprinted on our Greenland expedition emblem, because these noble giants are present in abundance here. When we were on our first expedition to Greenland, groups of whales were fishing close to Aasiaat, and 4 to 7 whales were jumping out of the the water right next to our yacht.
Here you can try fishing. Our chef can easily cook freshly caught cod or a catfish. Halibut, sea bass or wild trout are not that easy to catch, but we can buy some at a market here in the port. Sometimes you'll find whale meat being sold too. Same as it was centuries ago Inuits use whales’ and seals’ meat in their daily diet.
When walking around the town, pay attention to an arch next to the church-it is made of whale's jaws bones; and next to the hotel there is full size whale skeleton.
It's time to check out what icebergs look like from the sea and to try our luck to meet our first whale. You might have noticed that it is a whale that's imprinted on our Greenland expedition emblem, because these noble giants are present in abundance here. When we were on our first expedition to Greenland, groups of whales were fishing close to Aasiaat, and 4 to 7 whales were jumping out of the the water right next to our yacht.
Here you can try fishing. Our chef can easily cook freshly caught cod or a catfish. Halibut, sea bass or wild trout are not that easy to catch, but we can buy some at a market here in the port. Sometimes you'll find whale meat being sold too. Same as it was centuries ago Inuits use whales’ and seals’ meat in their daily diet.
When walking around the town, pay attention to an arch next to the church-it is made of whale's jaws bones; and next to the hotel there is full size whale skeleton.
Day 2
Kekertarsuak
If you look at the map of Greenland, you will see that 80% of it’s surface is covered with ice shield. Then why do they call it Greenland? There are several explanations why viking Erik the Red, the first European to step on this land, called it a green land. One version goes that it was a PR-trick to attract more settlers to this severe region. We personally think that such name might have crossed his mind after Erik the Red visited Disko Island, the greenest corner of Greenland.
You will see it for yourself when we do a trek along a picturesque route to the waterfalls of the Wind Valley, basalt cliffs, and black beach. The trek goes along the gulf, and you will get a good view of gigantic icebergs from there. Do not forget to grab a bag with you, there are a lot of mushrooms growing along the way, in fact there are so many of them that you don't even need to look for them in the grass.
When guests are back from the trek we will move to a secret spot with two waterfalls, have a barbecue on a beach with volcanic sand and might also wakeboard among the icebergs. After that we’ll go back to port for the night. Godhavn is definitely one of our favorite spots in the Disko Bay expedition.
You will see it for yourself when we do a trek along a picturesque route to the waterfalls of the Wind Valley, basalt cliffs, and black beach. The trek goes along the gulf, and you will get a good view of gigantic icebergs from there. Do not forget to grab a bag with you, there are a lot of mushrooms growing along the way, in fact there are so many of them that you don't even need to look for them in the grass.
When guests are back from the trek we will move to a secret spot with two waterfalls, have a barbecue on a beach with volcanic sand and might also wakeboard among the icebergs. After that we’ll go back to port for the night. Godhavn is definitely one of our favorite spots in the Disko Bay expedition.
Day 3
Sarkak
Sarkak is a cute liitle town located fifty miles away from Kekertarsuak. We'll stop here for a night before starting our passage to Uummanaq, the longest part of this expedition. In Sarkak we recommend you visit the local church, it is open 24/7.
Greenland churches, as well as sculptures, paintings and drawings that Inuits use to decorate the walls of their buildings represent their unique culture and traditions. Same as five thousand years ago the dog sledding is an essential part of Greenland peoples’ life. They use dogs not only for moving around in winter, but also for hunting.
Those who live in such small towns like Sarkak are usually involved in breeding or teaching of dog sledding. We will come across plenty of kennels of fluffy puppies that we can visit and pet.
Greenland churches, as well as sculptures, paintings and drawings that Inuits use to decorate the walls of their buildings represent their unique culture and traditions. Same as five thousand years ago the dog sledding is an essential part of Greenland peoples’ life. They use dogs not only for moving around in winter, but also for hunting.
Those who live in such small towns like Sarkak are usually involved in breeding or teaching of dog sledding. We will come across plenty of kennels of fluffy puppies that we can visit and pet.
Day 4
Uummannaq
Uummannaq town is located at the foot of a mountain that resembles a heart shape. We will spend almost a whole day to get to Uummannaq, but it is really worth it! And we will see so many wonderful places on our way there. While in town you can have a walk around.
The panoramic view of the fjord from the shore is stunning.
The panoramic view of the fjord from the shore is stunning.
Day 5
Qullissat
This is an abandoned village where they used to mine coal until 1972. Due to labour intensity and costly processes the mining was ceased and the workers had to leave their homes.
Although there is no data communications and electricity, and the place resembles Silent Hill, old residents and miners' grandchildren take care of their households and come here like to their country houses.
Although there is no data communications and electricity, and the place resembles Silent Hill, old residents and miners' grandchildren take care of their households and come here like to their country houses.
Day 6
Oqaatsut, getting back to Ilulissat
Oqaatsut, or, formerly Rodebay, got it’s name after the Dutch whale hunters, who settled here in the 18th century. The name means ''the bloody bay''.
If you go along the Oqaatsut coasts by a motorboat you’ll realize why: you could easily see remnants of whales on the seabed.
Tourists are attracted to the oldest whale-catcher tavern H8, where you can try local cuisine: smoked whale, a shrimp cocktail, dry cod, smoked halibut, and a sea soup. Ilulissat is two hours away from here, and our route will be accompanied by icebergs.
If you go along the Oqaatsut coasts by a motorboat you’ll realize why: you could easily see remnants of whales on the seabed.
Tourists are attracted to the oldest whale-catcher tavern H8, where you can try local cuisine: smoked whale, a shrimp cocktail, dry cod, smoked halibut, and a sea soup. Ilulissat is two hours away from here, and our route will be accompanied by icebergs.
Day 7
Note:
Please take into consideration that the departure date, the described route and the duration of stops may vary at the discretion of the captain due to weather or any other unforeseen circumstances.
Day 1
Ilulissat
Ilulissat
Our home for the next seven days will be waiting for us (yacht is just 10 min drive from the airport).
We will take the Blue Trail trek along the fjord. Here you can see the biggest accumulation of icebergs in Greenland. They break away from the Jakobshavn Glacier. Whichever route you choose — a long one of 7 km or a short one of 3 km — you will get loads of impressions from this trek!
Don’t forget to bring your thermos. We go up a beautiful little hill and listen to sounds of crackling ice while sipping some hot drinks. You will definitely remember this moment! We'll be there during a polar day in Greenland, so the icebergs are lit up by the golden rays of the midnight Sun. That looks amazing.
We will take the Blue Trail trek along the fjord. Here you can see the biggest accumulation of icebergs in Greenland. They break away from the Jakobshavn Glacier. Whichever route you choose — a long one of 7 km or a short one of 3 km — you will get loads of impressions from this trek!
Don’t forget to bring your thermos. We go up a beautiful little hill and listen to sounds of crackling ice while sipping some hot drinks. You will definitely remember this moment! We'll be there during a polar day in Greenland, so the icebergs are lit up by the golden rays of the midnight Sun. That looks amazing.
Day 2
Aasiaat
Aasiaat
Our first stop is Aasiaat town. In order to get there, we'll have to pass the Icefjord, the one that might have seen from the airplane.
It's time to check out what icebergs look like from the sea and to try our luck to meet our first whale. You might have noticed that it is a whale that's imprinted on our Greenland expedition emblem, because these noble giants are present in abundance here. When we were on our first expedition to Greenland, groups of whales were fishing close to Aasiaat, and 4 to 7 whales were jumping out of the the water right next to our yacht.
Here you can try fishing. Our chef can easily cook freshly caught cod or a catfish. Halibut, sea bass or wild trout are not that easy to catch, but we can buy some at a market here in the port. Sometimes you'll find whale meat being sold too. Same as it was centuries ago Inuits use whales’ and seals’ meat in their daily diet.
When walking around the town, pay attention to an arch next to the church-it is made of whale's jaws bones; and next to the hotel there is full size whale skeleton.
It's time to check out what icebergs look like from the sea and to try our luck to meet our first whale. You might have noticed that it is a whale that's imprinted on our Greenland expedition emblem, because these noble giants are present in abundance here. When we were on our first expedition to Greenland, groups of whales were fishing close to Aasiaat, and 4 to 7 whales were jumping out of the the water right next to our yacht.
Here you can try fishing. Our chef can easily cook freshly caught cod or a catfish. Halibut, sea bass or wild trout are not that easy to catch, but we can buy some at a market here in the port. Sometimes you'll find whale meat being sold too. Same as it was centuries ago Inuits use whales’ and seals’ meat in their daily diet.
When walking around the town, pay attention to an arch next to the church-it is made of whale's jaws bones; and next to the hotel there is full size whale skeleton.
Day 3
Kekertarsuak
Kekertarsuak
If you look at the map of Greenland, you will see that 80% of it’s surface is covered with ice shield. Then why do they call it Greenland? There are several explanations why viking Erik the Red, the first European to step on this land, called it a green land. One version goes that it was a PR-trick to attract more settlers to this severe region. We personally think that such name might have crossed his mind after Erik the Red visited Disko Island, the greenest corner of Greenland.
You will see it for yourself when we do a trek along a picturesque route to the waterfalls of the Wind Valley, basalt cliffs, and black beach. The trek goes along the gulf, and you will get a good view of gigantic icebergs from there. Do not forget to grab a bag with you, there are a lot of mushrooms growing along the way, in fact there are so many of them that you don't even need to look for them in the grass.
When guests are back from the trek we will move to a secret spot with two waterfalls, have a barbecue on a beach with volcanic sand and might also wakeboard among the icebergs. After that we’ll go back to port for the night. Godhavn is definitely one of our favorite spots in the Disko Bay expedition.
You will see it for yourself when we do a trek along a picturesque route to the waterfalls of the Wind Valley, basalt cliffs, and black beach. The trek goes along the gulf, and you will get a good view of gigantic icebergs from there. Do not forget to grab a bag with you, there are a lot of mushrooms growing along the way, in fact there are so many of them that you don't even need to look for them in the grass.
When guests are back from the trek we will move to a secret spot with two waterfalls, have a barbecue on a beach with volcanic sand and might also wakeboard among the icebergs. After that we’ll go back to port for the night. Godhavn is definitely one of our favorite spots in the Disko Bay expedition.
Day 4
Sarkak
Sarkak
Sarkak is a cute liitle town located fifty miles away from Kekertarsuak. We'll stop here for a night before starting our passage to Uummanaq, the longest part of this expedition. In Sarkak we recommend you visit the local church, it is open 24/7.
Greenland churches, as well as sculptures, paintings and drawings that Inuits use to decorate the walls of their buildings represent their unique culture and traditions. Same as five thousand years ago the dog sledding is an essential part of Greenland peoples’ life. They use dogs not only for moving around in winter, but also for hunting.
Those who live in such small towns like Sarkak are usually involved in breeding or teaching of dog sledding. We will come across plenty of kennels of fluffy puppies that we can visit and pet.
Greenland churches, as well as sculptures, paintings and drawings that Inuits use to decorate the walls of their buildings represent their unique culture and traditions. Same as five thousand years ago the dog sledding is an essential part of Greenland peoples’ life. They use dogs not only for moving around in winter, but also for hunting.
Those who live in such small towns like Sarkak are usually involved in breeding or teaching of dog sledding. We will come across plenty of kennels of fluffy puppies that we can visit and pet.
Day 5
Uummannaq
Uummannaq
Uummannaq town is located at the foot of a mountain that resembles a heart shape. We will spend almost a whole day to get to Uummannaq, but it is really worth it! And we will see so many wonderful places on our way there. While in town you can have a walk around.
The panoramic view of the fjord from the shore is stunning.
The panoramic view of the fjord from the shore is stunning.
Day 6
Qullissat
Qullissat
This is an abandoned village where they used to mine coal until 1972. Due to labour intensity and costly processes the mining was ceased and the workers had to leave their homes.
Although there is no data communications and electricity, and the place resembles Silent Hill, old residents and miners' grandchildren take care of their households and come here like to their country houses.
Although there is no data communications and electricity, and the place resembles Silent Hill, old residents and miners' grandchildren take care of their households and come here like to their country houses.
Day 7
Oqaatsut, getting back to Ilulissat
Oqaatsut, getting back to Ilulissat
Oqaatsut, or, formerly Rodebay, got it’s name after the Dutch whale hunters, who settled here in the 18th century. The name means ''the bloody bay''.
If you go along the Oqaatsut coasts by a motorboat you’ll realize why: you could easily see remnants of whales on the seabed.
Tourists are attracted to the oldest whale-catcher tavern H8, where you can try local cuisine: smoked whale, a shrimp cocktail, dry cod, smoked halibut, and a sea soup. Ilulissat is two hours away from here, and our route will be accompanied by icebergs.
If you go along the Oqaatsut coasts by a motorboat you’ll realize why: you could easily see remnants of whales on the seabed.
Tourists are attracted to the oldest whale-catcher tavern H8, where you can try local cuisine: smoked whale, a shrimp cocktail, dry cod, smoked halibut, and a sea soup. Ilulissat is two hours away from here, and our route will be accompanied by icebergs.
PRICE
3 000 €
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Price includes:
- Accommodation in cabins;
- Professional sailing team;
- Shore landings and tours with the dinghy;
- Bedding and towels;
- Onboard meals, hot beverages;
- Fuel and all port dues
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Price excludes:
- Air fares to and from departure point;
- Insurance (personal medical, travel, cancellation, etc);
- Voice and data communication using onboard equipment;
- Other personal expenses
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