Greenland cruises 2027
Embark on a small ship cruise to Greenland in 2027.
Have you ever considered exploring Greenland on a small ship cruise? This vast expanse of untouched wilderness is the largest island on the planet, home to a mere 56,000 people.
Greenland mostly consists of untouched wild landscapes. It offers travellers the ultimate adventure, combining nature, epic scenery, and compelling cultural experiences visiting some of the world's most remote settlements.
Are you ready for an epic Greenland expedition in 2025?
During our Expedition Micro Cruises, you can explore this place of natural beauty in comfort and in the most authentic way possible, with just 12 guests.
From exploring the most extensive fjord system on Earth to viewing the northern lights in locations with zero light pollution and experiencing local culture, Greenland has much to offer the adventurous explorer.
No matter the expedition, people play a major part in the experience, and we pride ourselves on working with the best expedition guides, who share the same ethos and passion for nature and exploration.
Take the opportunity to explore one of the Arctic's most pristine environments alongside a small group of 12 individuals, embracing a conscientious approach that minimises our environmental impact.
Greenland cruises in 2027
Northeast Greenland National Park Micro Cruise
76°50'N, 29°99'W
The ultimate Greenland experience – a unique two-week adventure into Northeast Greenland National Park, the world’s largest national park, and Scoresbysund, the longest fjord system on Earth.
- 12 guests
- 12 days
Scoresbysund Autumn Micro Cruise
70°50’N, 25°00’W
An autumn micro cruise to Scoresbysund, East Greenland. For landscape lovers and aurora chasers – the ultimate expedition of Earth and sky.
- 12 guests
- — days
Scoresbysund Northern Lights Photo Tour
70°50’N, 25°00’W
Capture the heavens bursting with light above the monumental icebergs and high-drama landscape of Scoresbysund.
- 12 guests
- 8 days
Scoresbysund Northern Lights Photo Tour with Virgil Reglioni
70°50’N, 25°00’W
With 0% light pollution and insane iceberg sculptures, paired with the world’s finest aurora borealis photographer, you’re in for a treat.
- 12 guests
- 8 days
Scoresbysund Northern Lights Photo Tour with Dean Tatooles
70°50’N, 25°00’W
Head out into wild and remote East Greenland with acclaimed photographer Dean Tatooles, capturing the aurora borealis blossoming above the fjords of Scoresbysund.
- 12 guests
- — days
Scoresbysund Northern Lights Photo Tour with Randy Hanna
70°50’N, 25°00’W
Photograph the northern lights illuminating the skies above Scoresbysund with nature photography legend Randy Hanna.
- 12 guests
- 8 days
"Nothing can surpass seeing my first massive iceberg in Greenland – higher than a 10-storey building and seeming to extend for miles."
— Randy Hanna, photographer
Highlights of Greenland cruise 2027
Sense of exploration
Cruising in Greenland gives you the feeling of entering another world far from civilisation. The isolation and pristine nature of the environment create a sense of adventure and exploration. You can expect to explore the shores and coastlines by Zodiac in seldom-visited places, with some of the most gorgeous views on the planet.
Marine life
The ocean’s depths teem with fascinating creatures here. Narwhals, with their long pointed unicorn tooth (sometimes more than a metre long), and sleek white belugas whales with their melon-shaped heads used for echolocation, grace the Greenlandic coast. A parade of cetaceans is found here, from blue whales to fin whales, right whales, humpbacks, and orcas.
Perhaps the most unusual of all is the Greenland shark, among the largest carnivorous shark species. But what really sets them apart is their mysteriously long life span. Some individuals are believed to live for over 400 years, making them one of the longest-lived vertebrates on Earth.
Wildlife
Search for Arctic wildlife, such as polar bears, whales, seals, reindeer, and a flurry of bird species. They are a sight to behold.
Northern lights
Greenland is one of the prime destinations for witnessing the mesmerising natural phenomenon known as the northern lights, or aurora borealis. On our Scoresbysund cruises, the northern lights are seen from September onwards.
Local ways of life
Greenland is home to a rich tapestry of local cultures, primarily influenced by the indigenous Inuit population. These cultures have evolved over centuries in response to the challenges presented by the Arctic environment. To share a different culture and perspective to our own is a truly thought-proving experience.
Icebergs galore
Greenland is famous for its impressive icebergs, some of which are up to 500 metres tall! These icebergs result from the continuous movement and calving of glaciers. Ice breaks off the Greenland ice cap and is left floating in the surrounding waters.
Greenland ice cap
The Greenland ice cap, also known as the Greenland ice sheet, is one of the two largest ice sheets in the world, the other being the Antarctic ice sheet. Covering approximately 80% of Greenland's surface, it is a vast expanse of ice, reaching thicknesses of up to three kilometres (1.9 miles) in some areas.
Greenland cruise 2027 FAQs
When is the best time of year to take a cruise to Greenland?
We explore the east coast of Greenland, in particular the Scoresbysund fjord system and the Northeast Greenland National Park. The east coast is blocked by ice earlier in the cruising season, so our expeditions operate from August to October when sea ice is at its lowest level.
Sail under the midnight sun during August, the best time for wildlife in the national park. September and October are the best months for witnessing the mesmerising northern lights over Scoresbysund.
Where do your cruises to Greenland depart from?
All our Greenland expeditions start with a charter flight from Keflavik International Airport, Iceland, to Nerlerit Inaat Airport (Constable Point Airport) in East Greenland, where you will board your Secret Atlas micro expedition vessel.
What is an Expedition Micro Cruise?
It’s how we see the world.
· Genuinely small group sizes at both poles, for the most intimate and transformative experience
· Expedition leaders and guides with decades of polar experience and hundreds of expeditions between them
· No queueing for Zodiac cruises and shore landings
· Itineraries that evolve to maximise opportunities presented by ice, wildlife, and weather.
· Comfortable accommodations, where the real luxury is the freedom and time to explore
We call our pioneering way of exploring the Expedition Micro Cruise. It forms the basis of all our adventures, including ourphotography expeditions and private charters.
Why is an Expedition Micro Cruise or small ship cruise the best way to explore Greenland?
Unlike larger vessels with higher passenger capacities, our voyages are personal and unique in their approach. Travelling with a small group of guests means more time exploring, more flexibility, and less time waiting to board Zodiacs and go ashore.
Our small expedition vessels will get you closer to nature and more immersed in the landscape than larger ships, offering you a more transformative experience with no crowds or queuing.
How does a small ship experience in Greenland compare to other cruises?
Non-expedition cruises on regular cruise ships don’t offer shore landings and often only visit a couple of Greenlandic towns, which means they miss out on lots of the adventure. The average cruise ship doing non-expedition cruises takes 2000 passengers.
A number of companies offer expedition cruises in Greenland with landings on larger vessels. The average number of passengers these ships take is over 200. In our opinion, that is too many people to be landing at sensitive places in the Arctic at one time.
Many companies advertise small ship cruises to Greenland, but their definition of a ‘small ship’ varies and can range from 250 guests down to 12. The difference between travelling with 250 guests and 36 or 12 guests is huge.
Our Expedition Micro Cruises to Greenland are the way they should be: intimate and low-impact.
Are you ready for a transformative experience on our Greenland expedition cruise in 2027?
Why Secret Atlas?
There's a certain spirit that yearns to venture where few have gone, to feel the wilder side of life, and embrace the unknown.
We are guided by that spirit.
We help others discover a world much bigger than the ones they encounter day-to-day, then explore it the way it deserves to be explored – with appreciation, time, and in harmony with nature.
The Expedition Micro Cruise concept
Explorer's Handbook
Everything you need to know to help you plan your polar expedition, from destination guides to weather insights and what to pack…
Greenland Micro Guide
Greenland Micro Guide
Northern Lights in Greenland
Northern Lights in Greenland
Best Time to Visit Greenland
Best Time to Visit Greenland
Animals of Greenland
Animals of Greenland
Northern Lights Photography Guide
Northern Lights Photography Guide
Scoresbysund Travel Guide
Scoresbysund Travel Guide
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