Greenland may come as a surprise in terms of being a
holiday location. Yet this island nation has much to offer in the way of
adventure travel tours.
Easily reached by air with direct flights from Iceland (Reykjavik) and
Denmark (Copenhagen), the world’s largest island remains one of the last
unspoilt wilderness areas.
Crystal clear air, magnificent scenery and a fascinating culture both past
and present make Greenland one of the most exciting holiday destinations -
often more accessible than people think although adverse weather conditions
can occasionally affect travel plans.
Few places on earth can rival Greenland for natural grandeur. An island of
great proportions, it is dominated by the world’s second largest icecap.
Only a narrow coastal fringe of rugged mountains and intensely green valleys
remains ice-free, allowing a resilient and determined community to live at
the edge of the habitable world.
Five Stars of Scandinavia is specializing in
Greenland Travel and Tourism. Whether
you want to visit Greenland in
Summer or
Winter, in the North or the South, fly
from town to town, cruise along the coast or ride a dogsled, our tour offers
for Greenland vacations will match your wishes.
Our comprehensive program offer for 2008 includes a wide selection of guided
and
semi-guided Greenland tours, Adventure
and activity tours, and wildlife cruises and vacation packages in Greenland.
If you can’t find the tour you like we can assist you with tailor made
itineraries according to your wishes – we know Greenland and only work with
the most reliable partners and experts in Greenland!
We are very proud to offer
expedition and wildlife cruises on
small explorer vessels:
Greenland and its surrounding waters are home to an impressive array of
wildlife: eight species of whale, two million seals, Walruses, Polar Bears,
Reindeer, Musk Oxen, Arctic Hares, Arctic Wolves and a spectacular variety
of birds. The largest island in the world, 90% of its surface area is
covered by ice and it is inhabited by less then 100.000 people, though with
a fascinating history and culture.
Our voyages focus on East and
Northeast Greenland, among the most
isolated, sparsely populated and scenically superb parts of the island.
Fortunately, from the wildlife enthusiast’s point of view, they are also the
most rewarding regions with regular sightings of Musk Oxen, Arctic Hares,
Narwhals and a variety of birds, including Gyrfalcon, Snowy Owl, Barnacle
and Pink-footed Geese.
Access to this highly indented and ruggedly mountainous coast is dependent
on ice conditions. For much of the year, the region is locked in by pack
ice, which by late summer has broken up sufficiently to allow vessels such
as ours the chance to penetrate and explore.
Cruises to Greenland and
Disko Bay are an adventure for the
senses. They combine barren wilderness and expansive flora, massive
mountains and vast glaciers. From helicopter rides that land on glaciers, to
boat excursions that guarantee an unforgettable adventure experiencing huge
icebergs and fantastic flora and fauna, the newest Hurtigruten ship M/S Fram
takes you on
adventure cruises to Greenland that are
amazing and unforgettable. From the Viking ruins and sheep-farming
settlements of the south, embark on voyages that take in deep fjords,
stunning mountain scenery and dazzling glaciers, en route to the amazing
Disko Bay, Greenland’s most famous region of natural beauty.
Sailing among giant icebergs and offshore archipelagos, that comprise
hundreds if not thousands of idyllic islands, passengers on this cruise may
be lucky and encounter whales, seals and seabirds – if they can tear their
eyes away from the mesmerizing scenery!
A visit to Greenland can easily be combined with a holiday in
Iceland! Discover many good reasons why
you should visit Greenland:
ICE BERGS - HIKING - DOG SLEDGING - GREENLANDIC
VILLAGE LIFE & CULTURE -
KAYAKING - EXPEDITION VOYAGES - VIKING HERITAGE
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