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Jameson Land
Experiences
A peninsula in eastern Greenland, Jameson Land is known for its striking geological formations
Kaiser Franz Joseph Fjord
Experiences
This large East Greenland fjord system lies between Cape Mackenzie and Cape Franklin
Kayak Skills Progression Camp
Outdoor activities
Our expert-led kayak courses provide you a range of effective skills in one of the most scenic sea regions in the Arctic
Kayaking
Outdoor activities
Kayaking is one of the best ways to immerse yourself in the beautiful blue-and-white world of the peaceful polar seas
Killer Whale
Wildlife
Technically a kind of dolphin, orcas were once thought to appear as whales in the summer and wolves in the winter
Kittiwake
Wildlife
Named for their own bird call, these cliff-nesting "three-toes" are the most abundant gulls on the planet
Kulusuk
Experiences
Hosting just 250 permanent residents, Kulusuk is your first step into a brand new adventure.
Long Hikes
Outdoor activities
Venture far into the wild Arctic backcountry, exploring a variety of rugged terrain on an exhilarating hike that will give you the true expedition experience.
Long-tailed Jaeger
Wildlife
These smallest members of the skua family make up in nerve what they lack in size, often feeding themselves on fish they've caused other birds to drop
Maniitsoq
Experiences
Minke Whale
Wildlife
Though the smallest of the fin whales, these migrating mammals can let out a cry as loud as a plane taking off
Musk Ox
Wildlife
Among the few hooved animals to survive the last ice age, these goat-like creatures have an underlayer of fur that is one of the world's warmest natural fibers
Nansen Fjord
Experiences
A hidden gem on the east coast of Greenland, Nansen Fjord is a postcard-perfect example of Arctic beauty.
Narsarsuaq
Experiences
Narwhal
Wildlife
Horned on the head with what is in fact a large canine tooth, these beluga relatives were named for their cadaverous color
Nearctic Collared Lemming
Wildlife
These small-scale members of the Arctic family not only design their living quarters to perfection, they're the only polar rodent to custom-fit their fur color to the snowfall
Northern Lights
Experiences
One of the great attractions in the Arctic are the Northern Lights, also known as the Aurora Borealis.
Nuuk
Experiences
One-off kayak experience
Outdoor activities
Discover the thrill of kayaking for beginners, guided by our experts in breathtaking polar seas
Pack Ice
Experiences
Formed when broken shards of sea ice freeze together, pack ice is also known as “ice pack” or simply “pack,” and is characterized by collective areas of free-floating ice
Photo Workshop
Outdoor activities
On select voyages, professional photographers will help you get the most out of your personal camera equipment
Polar Bear
Wildlife
Awe-inspiring icons of the circumpolar north, polar bears are majestic to behold, terrifying to confront, and as essential to the Arctic as ice and snow
Polar Diving
Outdoor activities
Visiting the polar regions is a fantastic adventure, but just below the waves waits an extraordinary other world for you to experience and explore.
Rock Ptarmigan
Wildlife
"Snow chickens" in the US, "thunder birds" in Japan, "hare feet" in Greek, and "croakers" in Gaelic, these grouse relatives have no shortage of international identities
Ruddy Turnstone
Wildlife
These sandpiper relatives fly over 1,000 km or 600 miles in a day's migration, living so far north that few studies have been made as to their breeding habits
Røde ø
Experiences
Røde Ø, also known as Red Island, located in the interior of Scoresby Sund is a beautiful spot in Greenland that’s just perfect for admiring the white and blue beauty of passing ice bergs.
Sailing
Experiences
Sailing aboard s/v Rembrandt van Rijn
Experiences
Scoresby Sund
Experiences
Sermilinguaq Fjord
Experiences
This southeast Greenland fjord is a winning combination of glaciers, mountains, plant life, and bird colonies
Shore-Based Walking
Experiences
Explore the last true wilderness of our planet on foot, and absorb the beauty of the polar regions at your own pace
Skjoldungen Island
Experiences
Nestled between picturesque fjords and glaciers, this uninhabited island is one of the highlights of our southeast Greenland voyages
Snorkeling
Outdoor activities
Explore an icy polar world and encounter exotic marine life in a rarely-seen underwater environment
Snowshoeing
Outdoor activities
Explore your way inland from the Polar shorelines with a wide variety of snowshoeing expeditions built for everyone.
Sperm Whale
Wildlife
The inspiration for the white whale of Moby Dick, sperm whales have the largest heads, biggest brains, and make the loudest sound of any animal on Earth
Sydkap
Experiences
An area of Scoresby Sund where wildlife, striking terrain, and ancient Thule culture converge
