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Inuit Spring of Ammassalik – Greenland Luxury Expedition

Inuit Spring of Ammassalik – Greenland Luxury Expedition

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After the long polar night, the east coast of Greenland awakens, still cloaked in ice. Aboard Le Commandant Charcot, a technological cocoon, you will sail to the Ammassalik and Blosseville regions, which traditional ships cannot access during the spring season. Here, shifting ice sculpts landscapes of raw beauty and, as Inuit wisdom teaches, “only the present moment matters”. Whether on board or on the ice, you will discover the wonders of this extraordinary part of the world, where you may catch a glimpse of cetaceans, polar bears and seabirds if you are patient enough. In the remote villages, you will be welcomed into colourful houses and experience warm, sincere encounters that will leave you with unforgettable memories.

Trip Name
Inuit Spring of Ammassalik - Greenland Luxury Expedition
Days
11
Overview
Vessel Type: Polar Luxury Expedition Passenger Capacity: 135 cabins Length: 149.9 meters Built: 2018/2019 Le Commandant Charcot is a purpose-built polar exploration vessel engineered for extreme environments, operating with a hybrid electric–LNG system that reduces noise, vibration and emissions while pushing deeper into ice than conventional ships. Interior spaces follow a restrained, insulated design philosophy that supports comfort in high-latitude conditions: multiple lounges, refined dining rooms, theatre, boutique and extensive wellness areas arranged to maintain warmth, calm and controlled movement throughout the ship. Accommodation spans 123 staterooms and suites, all with balconies, with upper-tier suites extending up to 115 m². The vessel integrates dedicated scientific infrastructure into its core layout, including laboratories and working spaces that support ongoing polar research. Field operations and environmental systems are engineered from the ground up for low-impact navigation, aligning with the ship’s mandate to access remote polar areas responsibly. A full virtual deck plan and live bow-mounted webcam reinforce the ship’s emphasis on landscape immersion and transparency of experience. Read About Our Experience on Board Le Commandant Charcot It’s All About the Destination… And This Ship  

Itinerary



Day 1 - Day 1 REYKJAVÍK
Iceland’s capital stretches along the edge of a vast bay in the west of the country. Perlan, the “Pearl of Reykjavík”, a museum located on ’Oskjuhlið hill, offers a panoramic view of the lush, green landscapes. A little further, one can easily spot the signpost showing the way to the evangelical Hallgrímskirkja church, and to the historical centre where one can stroll along the Skólavördustígur and the Laugavegur, two lively streets with charming small shops. For some relaxation just outside of the city, visitors have the opportunity to visit the Reykjanes peninsula and its famous thermal lagoons of the Blue Lagoon.
Day 2 - Day 2 SAILING THROUGH THE DENMARK STRAIT
Lying between Greenland and Iceland, the Denmark Strait was crossed for the first time by theVikings in the late 10th century, during Erik the Red’s expeditions. In the Second World War, its waters were the theatre of a battle between the Kriegsmarine and the Royal Navy, on 24 May 1941. In the wintertime, extremely dense pack ice forms along the Greenlandic coasts and, while the Transpolar Drift sweeps icebergs along throughout the year, the strait is generally clear of ice during the summer. In the depths of the strait lies the world’s largest waterfall, an undersea cataract formed by the difference in temperature between the cold waters of the Greenland Sea and the warmer waters of the Irminger Sea. Numerous cetacean species thrive in this rich ecosystem.
Day 3 - Days 3 - 8 EXPLORATION OF AMMASSALIK REGION
Still relatively unknown just a century ago, the east coast of Greenland remains the most authentic and majestic region in the Arctic. Explore this part of the world where the alpine mountains merge intimately with the sea and the fjords are adorned with high, snow-capped peaks and icebergs drifting or trapped in the pack ice. You will slowly immerse yourself in the heart of frozen landscapes of surreal beauty. The infinite variety of textures in the different types of ice creates an ever-changing scenery. Follow in the wake of the famous Pourquoi Pas?, the ship of Captain Jean-Baptiste Charcot who set off with his crew in 1934 to land Paul-Émile Victor in Ammassalik. A small island of primitive and wild beauty, for his first ethnographic mission, during which he would study the Ammassalimiut, a little-known Inuit community. In this deceptively frozen landscape, the silence is broken only by the sounds of dogs and the grating of sled runners against the ice. You will receive a warm welcome in villages still protected by the fast ice. You will have the opportunity to discover the Inuit culture’s ancestral traditions during joyous and authentic moments shared with the communities.
Day 4 - Day 9 BLOSSEVILLE COAST
Aboard your ship, follow in the footsteps of Jules Poret de Blosseville, a French explorer and sailor. In 1833, aboard La Lilloise, he set off to discover this isolated and unexplored part of eastern Greenland and gave French names to various sites on the coast. The adventure probably has an unfortunate outcome, since the crew was never found. This uninhabited territory, which now bears his name, lies to the south of Scoresby Sund. Surrounded by ice, icebergs and pieces of pack ice, Blosseville Coast is one of these wild and hard-to-reach places that very few people are lucky enough to explore.
Day 5 - Day 10 SAILING THROUGH THE DENMARK STRAIT
Lying between Greenland and Iceland, the Denmark Strait was crossed for the first time by theVikings in the late 10th century, during Erik the Red’s expeditions. In the Second World War, its waters were the theatre of a battle between the Kriegsmarine and the Royal Navy, on 24 May 1941. In the wintertime, extremely dense pack ice forms along the Greenlandic coasts and, while the Transpolar Drift sweeps icebergs along throughout the year, the strait is generally clear of ice during the summer. In the depths of the strait lies the world’s largest waterfall, an undersea cataract formed by the difference in temperature between the cold waters of the Greenland Sea and the warmer waters of the Irminger Sea. Numerous cetacean species thrive in this rich ecosystem.
Day 6 - Day 11 REYKJAVÍK
Iceland’s capital stretches along the edge of a vast bay in the west of the country. Perlan, the “Pearl of Reykjavík”, a museum located on ’Oskjuhlið hill, offers a panoramic view of the lush, green landscapes. A little further, one can easily spot the signpost showing the way to the evangelical Hallgrímskirkja church, and to the historical centre where one can stroll along the Skólavördustígur and the Laugavegur, two lively streets with charming small shops. For some relaxation just outside of the city, visitors have the opportunity to visit the Reykjanes peninsula and its famous thermal lagoons of the Blue Lagoon.
Day 7 - Please Note:
Itineraries are subject to change.

Trip Dates

StartEndPrice FromRoom Type
04-05-202614-05-2026AUD $35,010Prestige Stateroom Deck 6
04-05-202614-05-2026AUD $35,720Prestige Stateroom Deck 7
04-05-202614-05-2026AUD $59,560Privilege Suite Deck 8
04-05-202614-05-2026AUD $82,340Suite Duplex
04-05-202614-05-2026AUD $98,130Owner's Suite
04-05-202614-05-2026AUD $36,400Prestige Stateroom Deck 8
04-05-202614-05-2026AUD $37,460Deluxe Suite Deck 6
04-05-202614-05-2026AUD $39,220Deluxe Suite Deck 7
04-05-202614-05-2026AUD $39,220Deluxe Suite Deck 7
04-05-202614-05-2026AUD $40,610Deluxe Suite Deck 8
04-05-202614-05-2026AUD $52,550Prestige Suite Deck 7
04-05-202614-05-2026AUD $54,290Prestige Suite Deck 8
04-05-202614-05-2026AUD $56,050Grand Prestige Suite
15-05-202725-05-2027AUD $34,100Prestige Stateroom Deck 6
15-05-202725-05-2027AUD $34,790Prestige Stateroom Deck 7
15-05-202725-05-2027AUD $35,470Prestige Stateroom Deck 8
15-05-202725-05-2027AUD $36,490Deluxe Suite Deck 6
15-05-202725-05-2027AUD $38,190Deluxe Suite Deck 7
15-05-202725-05-2027AUD $39,560Deluxe Suite Deck 8
15-05-202725-05-2027AUD $51,150Prestige Suite Deck 7
15-05-202725-05-2027AUD $52,850Prestige Suite Deck 8
15-05-202725-05-2027AUD $54,560Grand Prestige Suite
15-05-202725-05-2027AUD $57,980Privilege Suite Deck 8
15-05-202725-05-2027AUD $80,120Duplex Suite
15-05-202725-05-2027AUD $106,000Owner's Suite

Inclusions

    • The east coast of Greenland, only accessible at this time of year aboard the polar exploration vessel Le Commandant Charcot, to meet Inuit communities and learn about their springtime traditions.
    • Discover the landscapes (alpine peaks, ice sheet, majestic fjords, glaciers, pack ice, etc.) and the wildlife (opportunities to glimpse or observe cetaceans, polar bears, seabirds, etc.).
    • Activities : opportunities for outings and shore visits in a rubber dinghy; dog sledding; kayaking; hiking or snowshoeing; polar plunging, polar raid.

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