On this trip you will sail with the coastal ship ‘Sarfaq Ittuk’ from Nuuk to the famous Disko Bay. Travelling with the locals on board the coastal ship will give you a great insight into the life of the Greenlanders. In Nuuk, the capital of Greenland we will have time to explore the city and learn about the history and the culture of the Inuit. On the way to Ilulissat, the city of Icebergs, you will stop at small settlements and witness the locals at the ports welcoming or bidding farewell to family and friends. In Ilulissat you can explore the breathtaking area, enjoy the view on the most impressive icebergs in the Northern Hemisphere and go on exciting day tours.
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Coastal Ship - West Greenland
8 days west coast incl. 3 days on board Sarfaq Ittuk
from 715.00 € Booking request
Coastal Ship - West Greenland
8 days west coast incl. 3 days on board Sarfaq Ittuk
Coastal Ship - West Greenland
8 days west coast incl. 3 days on board Sarfaq Ittuk
Booking request
Difficulty level : Easy
Coastal Ship - West Greenland
8 days west coast incl. 3 days on board Sarfaq Ittuk
from 715.00 €Booking request
Rough summary
Day 1:
Arrival in Nuuk
Day 2:
Embarkation on board the Coastal in Nuuk
Day 3:
Sailing: Maniitsoq - Sisimiut
Day 4:
Sailing: Aasiaat - Arrival in Ilulissat
Day 5-7:
Days at leisure in Ilulissat
Day 8:
End of the trip in Ilulissat
Prices and dates
Price per person:
| 1 June to 1 September: | Double | Single |
|---|---|---|
| Couchette & hostel | 815 | 985 |
| Cabin & acc. w. private facilities | 1570 | 2270 |
| 2 September to 30 September: | Double | Single |
|---|---|---|
| Couchette & hostel | 715 | 880 |
| Cabin & acc. w. private facilities | 1370 | 1975 |
Dates:
Thursdays, May 15th, 2017 – October 15th, 2017 (available)
Further details
Price includes:
- 1 night in Nuuk
- sailing on board Sarfaq Ittuk from Nuuk to Ilulissat
- 4 nights in Ilulissat
Options:
- Ilulissat: Boat Tour Eqi (11h, 285€)
- Ilulissat: Evening iceberg sailing (2.5h, 95€)
- Ilulissat: Sermermiut Hike (2h, 48€)
- Ilulissat: Evening kayaking (3h, 220€)
- Ilulissat: Iceberg Sailing (2h, 80€)
- Ilulissat: Boat tour Ilimanaq (5h, 125€)
- Nuuk: City Sightseeing (1.5h, 40€)
- Nuuk: Boat Tour Ice Fjord (7h, 245€)
- Nuuk: Boat Tour Qooqqut Restaurant (5.5h, 120€)
- Nuuk: Fjord Safari (4h, 105€)
Minimum age:
10
Bring along:
Warm and waterproof outdoor clothing.
About accommodation:
Couchette & hostel: In Nuuk in hostel in dormitory in sleeping bag accommodation with kitchen facilities, on board the Sarfaq Ittuk in couchette in sleeping bag accommodation, in Ilulissat in hostel in double or single room in sleeping bag accommodation with shared facilitates and with kitchen facilities.
Cabin & accommodation with private facilities: In Nuuk in a 3 local star hotel in room with private facilities including breakfast, on board the Sarfaq Ittuk in a private cabin with private facilities, in Ilulissat in a 3 local star hotel in standard room with private facilities including breakfast.
The ship Sarfaq Ittuk
The vessel was built in 1992 and modernised and lengthened in the winter of 1999/2000. It is now 73 meters long and 11 meters wide. With her engine of 2000 hp the vessels steams at a speed of 13 knots. The crew counts 22 people. The vessel has café, stern saloon with panorama windows, playroom and a hospital clinic to be used in case of injuries and emergency situations onboard. The vessel's capacity is 274 passengers. The overnight accommodation facilities are distributed on 104 cabin beds with private bath and toilet, 85 4-person compartment seats and 60 couchettes. The compartment and the couchettes are without private facilities and have access to lockable cabinet showers in communal areas. 'Det Norske Veritas' has classified the vessel for sailing in icy waters.
Flight connections
Flights to Greenland are not included.
Fly to Nuuk via Reykjavík/Iceland or through Kangerlussuaq via Copenhagen/Denmark.
Return flight from 950 EUR per person can be added to your package.
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Detailed itinerary
Day 1: Arrival in Nuuk - visit of the capital
The trip starts in Nuuk. You can explore the capital, visit the National Museum and see the mummies found in the north of Greenland, and take a walk at the hold harbour and visit the the culture center, Katuaq. Night in Nuuk.
Day 2: Nuuk - coastal ship departure
You will have the day at leisure Nuuk. In the evening, you will leave Nuuk on board the coastal ship, Sarfaq Ittuk. Night on board.
Day 3: Maniitsoq - Sisimiut
The further north we sail, the higher and steeper the mountains are. Today we will pass the Arctic Circle before we arrive in Sisimiut, which is the most northern town in Greenland free of ice all the year around. Night on board.
Day 4: Aasiaat - Ilulissat
Today, you will arrive in the famous Disko Bay. After a short stop in Aasiaat, we will continue to sail north towards Ilulissat, the town of the icebergs. Shortly before we arrive in Ilulissat, we will pass by the impressive Icefjord, Kangia, filled with enormous icebergs. You will have the afternoon at leisure in Ilulissat to visit the town and enjoy the amazing view of the icebergs. Night in Ilulissat.
Day 5 to 7: Days at leisure in Ilulissat
You will have 3 days to discover the famous Disko Bay. You can explore the beautiful area and the incredible icebergs. You can book great excursions on the spot. Nights in Ilulissat.
Day 8: End of the trip in Ilulissat
Today your trip ends in Ilulissat after unforgettable days in the Arctic.
Schedule Sarfaq Ittuk
| 1 June - 1 September | Day | Arrival | Departure |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nuuk | Friday | - | 21:00 |
| Maniitsoq | Saturday | 07:00 | 08:00 |
| Kangaamiut | 11:30 | 11:45 | |
| Sisimiut | 19:00 | 21:00 | |
| Aasiaat | Sunday | 08:00 | 08:30 |
| Ilulissat | 13:00 | - |
| 2 September - 30 September | Day | Arrival | Departure |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nuuk | Friday | - | 21:00 |
| Maniitsoq | Saturday | 07:00 | 07:30 |
| Kangaamiut | 11:00 | 11:15 | |
| Sisimiut | 19:00 | 21:00 | |
| Aasiaat | Sunday | 08:00 | 08:30 |
| Ilulissat | 13:00 | - |
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All adventure trips are undertaken on the responsibility of its participants. Greenland Tours does not assume any responsibility for accidents which are caused by its customers or can be traced to their own actions. Participants have to sign a waiver before undertaking all trips stating that they realise that all outdoor activities carry an inherent risk.