Did you know Greenland is the largest island on the planet but only has a population of 56,000 inhabitants, making it one of the most sparsely populated places on Earth? The lucky few who visit Greenland rarely make it to Scoresby Sund due to only being accessible from August – to October, but Secret Atlas has launched a new Expedition Micro Cruise to allow small, intimate groups to explore the stunning fjord system, towering icebergs, elusive wildlife and the remote community of Ittoqqortoormiit.
With only 12 guests onboard, Secret Atlas promises an intimate experience with crowd-free expeditions and flexible itineraries led by world-class expedition leaders. This ensures the best chance of seeing muskox, glaciers, and the Northern Lights, which appear from September.
Setting sail onboard the MV Vikingfjord, the Expedition Micro Cruise spends eight days exploring the stunning landscapes of Scoresby Sund including as much time as possible spent off the ship on daily Zodiac cruises and onshore hikes.
Guests are in for a treat at the end of the expedition, sailing up the longest fjord on the planet and past the impressive ice giants of Scoresby Sund before visiting the small and remote community of Ittoqqortoormiit. Made up of only 400 Greenlandic people, Ittoqqortoormiit is one of the most isolated settlements in Greenland and a unique opportunity to learn about Inuit traditions.
East Greenland Explorer Fly & Cruise with Secret Atlas
The 10-Day East Greenland Explorer Fly & Cruise with Secret Atlas takes place from August – October and costs from $10,620 (€9,900) per person.Price includes bespoke meet and greet, welcome dinner with Secret Atlas team and eight days cruising onboard the MV Vikingfjord. The price excludes a mandatory exclusive charter flight from Keflavik Airport (KEF) to Constable Point in Scoresbysund (CNP) and overnight accommodation at the Aurora Hotel on arrival and departure, which costs an additional $2,680 (€2,500) per person. To book, visit https://www.secretatlas.com/tour/east-greenland-cruise/
Secret Atlas Co-Founder and enthusiast explorer Michele D’Agostino said, “When I first entered Scoresby Sund Fjord in July 2018, I immediately understood what a fascinating and unique part of the planet it was. We decided to launch the East Greenland micro cruise to allow a small group of guests the opportunity to experience this remote part of the world authentically and privately, but with minimal impact to the community, wildlife and environment.”
Secret Atlas is a boutique travel company launched in 2019 and run by Explorers for Explorers, on a mission to rekindle the long-gone spirit of exploration. These Expedition Micro Cruises take the smallest group sizes in the Arctic (only 12 guests) and Antarctic (only 48 guests). They are low-impact and sustainable and offer guests an authentic, unrivaled experience free from the crowds of larger vessels.
Discover more about Secret Atlas at www.secretatlas.com.
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