Greenland Tours & Expedition Cruises

We only operate our Greenland tours in the summer months, from July - September. This is because, for most of the year, the waters around the island are locked in ice, and inaccessible for our expedition ships. Temperatures are also at their highest at this time of year, although they rarely get to be more than a few degrees above freezing.

It goes without saying that warm clothing, boots, and waterproofs are essential. But it's easy to forget items such as sunglasses and sunscreen, which are important to remember.

The key to navigating Greenland is lots of layers of clothing. Whilst it is freezing outside when you are exploring the Arctic, things will be warmer aboard the ship, so you need to be able to add and remove layers easily.

Another piece of advice is to bring moisturizer. The windy conditions of Greenland are more inhospitable than anything you've experienced before, and your skin will thank you. Earplugs are a good idea too, especially if you are a poor sleeper. And don't forget your binoculars, you won't want to miss spotting whales on the horizon!

Whilst we and our partners will always endeavor to stick to the itinerary on our Greenland tours as described on our website, this is not always possible depending on weather conditions.

Adverse weather or other issues mean that we must reserve the right to alter itineraries on the ground where necessary for safety reasons. However, your expedition team will always go out of their way to make sure you have the best experience possible.

Although the Northern Lights (AKA aurora borealis) are visible in Greenland during the winter months, our expedition cruises only depart in summer, as this is the only time of year that the sea ice is thin enough to navigate. If you are wanting to see the Northern Lights, then we recommend checking out our Iceland tours.

Greenland is very remote, and whilst there is Wi-Fi in many hotels, bars, restaurants and destinations on land which you can make use of, there is no Wi-Fi on the Ocean Albatros. However, a 60-minute internet package to use onboard computers can be booked and paid for locally on your Greenland tour.

Similarly, when you visit Greenland, mobile phone reception will be mostly unavailable, and it is best to simply focus on enjoying your experience on our Greenland tours.

The Arctic ecosystem is particularly fragile and vulnerable to human interference, given its remoteness. As responsible tour operators, we and our partners in Greenland take the utmost care to leave the smallest footprint possible when exploring the area on your Greenland tour.

The Ocean Alabatros ship has been built using the latest green technology, and emits 50% fewer carbon emissions than a traditional expedition ship. All chemicals used for laundry onboard are biodegradable, single plastics have been eliminated and recycling stations are in use onboard. Sustainable seafood is served and our expedition team are trained to ensure that all land-based excursions on your Greenland tour leave no or minimal trace.