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Welcome to Aurora’s Southern Greenland Explorer: On the Trail of the Vikings expedition voyage.  

Experience the enormity of Greenland – the world’s largest island – where jagged peaks pierce azure skies, and countless glaciers snake their way towards the coast. Delight in hikes across tundra in search of arctic fox and reindeer, tasting delicious wild berries along the way. Zodiac-cruise along fjords where you might glimpse ringed seals lazing on sea ice calved from Greenland’s enormous ice sheets—the largest in the Arctic, and perhaps encounter whales feeding in the nutrient-rich waters. Sail along Prince Christian Sound flanked by imposing mountains. Green pastures in south Greenland signal the presence of human settlement, and where Viking ruins of Erik the Red still stand at Hvalsey. Weaving through the fjords and channels, we enter west Greenland, the country’s most developed region, home to the nation’s capital, Nuuk and the world's northernmost capital.  

Highlights

Venture deep into Kangertitivatsiaq Fjord on Greenland’s remote east coast
At the National Museum in Nuuk, see the fascinating exhibit of the Qilakitsoq mummies dating back 545 years
Sail along Prince Christian Sound, surrounded by towering mountains with glaciers that calve directly into the sea
Enjoy thrilling Zodiac excursions to glacier fronts and watch for tail flukes from diving whales

Aurora Expeditions operates in remote and challenging environments, and in the spirit of expedition travel, we encourage you to adopt a flexible and adventurous attitude when joining our voyages. This itinerary is a guide only and is subject to change due to weather, sea state, local regulations and permitting, and other conditions beyond our control. 
On this voyage, we visit remote Inuit hamlets and settlements, where the local Inuit still practice traditional hunting methods including whaling that some people may find confronting. If you find yourself feeling upset and disturbed by what you see, please alert a member of the expedition team immediately, who will do their best to address your concerns and take action to mitigate the problem, wherever possible.  

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Meet our Expert Team

Each voyage is accompanied our highly acclaimed expedition team who we believe are the best in the business. Many are recognised leaders in their fields, keen to share their daily insights on shore and onboard. Whilst your actual team may vary between voyages, every member of our E-team are among the world's best remote area specialists.

Included Activities

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Bird Watching
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Lectures on wildlife, our environment, history and destinations
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Marine Mammal Spotting
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Photography
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Polar Plunge
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Scenic Cruising
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Trips Ashore
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Walking
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Zodiac Cruising
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Wildlife Watching

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Our Ship

The Sylvia Earle

Capacity
130 Passengers Maximum
Year built
2022
Cabins
71
Length
104 m
Decks
8
Speed
10-12 knots

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Loyal Travelers

We love celebrating our loyal expeditioners who return to explore with us. After your first Aurora Expeditions voyage, you’ll automatically achieve Bronze Adventurer status. The more voyages you embark on, the higher you climb—progressing to Silver and eventually Gold!

Solo Travelers

Voyages with Aurora Expeditions are such a fantastic choice for solo travelers, giving you the chance to experience the world’s most remote and incredible destinations with like-minded travelers and our expert guides, while on board our small, social and welcoming ships.

Your Big Adventure Awaits

Every expedition is unique, shaped by weather, tides, ice, and our team’s deep local knowledge. Your Expedition Leader crafts each day for the best adventure. Want a glimpse of what it’s like? Browse a Voyage Log from a past journey.  Each log is a beautifully crafted, day-to-day recap featuring highlights, photos, guest moments, and wildlife sightings. Browse now and start dreaming of your own big adventure.