A 12-day Arctic expedition from Reykjavík
Experience the wild beauty of East Greenland on this extraordinary 12-day expedition with National Geographic-Lindblad Expeditions.
Sailing round-trip from Reykjavík aboard the purpose-built National Geographic Endurance, this voyage explores one of the most remote and dramatic regions of the Arctic. Northeast Greenland National Park is the largest national park in the world, known for its vast wilderness, striking geology, immense fjords and remarkable wildlife.
Your journey begins in Reykjavík before sailing along Iceland’s Westfjords and crossing the Denmark Strait towards Greenland. Weather and ice conditions shape the route, allowing the expedition team to make the most of each day’s opportunities. You may explore by Zodiac, kayak through remote waterways, hike ashore or simply take in the scale and silence of this remarkable Arctic landscape.
Ice permitting, the voyage ventures into Scoresbysund, the world’s largest and longest fjord system, home to remote Inuit communities and spectacular scenery. Wildlife sightings may include polar bears, seals, whales, musk oxen, beluga whales and seabird colonies.
As the Arctic summer gives way to longer nights, there is also the chance to see the northern lights, conditions permitting. On board, expert naturalists, historians, photographers and expedition staff bring the destination to life through presentations, interpretation and storytelling.
Voyage highlights
Explore Northeast Greenland National Park, the largest national park in the world
Sail into Scoresbysund, ice permitting, the world’s largest and longest fjord system
Travel along Iceland’s remote Westfjords before crossing the Denmark Strait
Watch for Arctic wildlife including polar bears, musk oxen, seals, whales, beluga whales and seabirds
Explore by Zodiac, kayak or on guided shore landings as conditions allow
Learn photography tips from a National Geographic Photography Expert, including how to capture the northern lights
On the 5 August 2026 departure, witness a total solar eclipse, conditions permitting
Journey details
Duration: 12 days
Ship: National Geographic Endurance
Starts: Reykjavík, Iceland
Ends: Reykjavík, Iceland
Departure month: August
Price: From A$26,099 per person, flights not included
Itinerary overview
Begin in Reykjavík, Iceland, before embarking the National Geographic Endurance. Sail along the Westfjords region of Iceland, with opportunities for hiking, kayaking or Zodiac cruising depending on conditions.
Cross the Denmark Strait towards Greenland, where time at sea offers the chance to enjoy expert talks, photography guidance and the ship’s onboard spaces. Spend several days exploring Northeast Greenland National Park and Scoresbysund, with the daily route shaped by ice, weather and wildlife activity.
The voyage then crosses the Denmark Strait once more, returning to Reykjavík for disembarkation and onward flights.
This is a true Arctic expedition, ideal for travellers drawn to remote wilderness, wildlife, photography, dramatic landscapes and the chance to experience one of the world’s least-visited regions.
Contact our team to find out more about Exploring Greenland’s Northeast National Park with National Geographic-Lindblad Expeditions.
