Ben Fogle has presented numerous programmes for the BBC, ITV, Channel 5 and Discovery, worked as a special correspondent for NBC News, and made documentaries on Prince William in Africa and Captain Scott in Antarctica. He has written nine bestselling books, including Race To The Pole and The Accidental Adventurer, and is the United Nations patron of the wilderness, a fellow of the Royal Geographic Society and ambassador to WWF, Tusk and Hearing Dogs For The Deaf, as well as a patron to the Red Cross.

Cruise
Discover Greenland and see amazing icebergs with Ben Fogle

Watching huge icebergs float silently down a fjord into the open
sea will be just one of the unforgettable experiences on this
incredible eight-day trip to Greenland. With its dramatic Arctic
coastline of towering mountains, you'll be sure to create memories
to last forever. You will also have the chance meet one of the UK's
favourite TV presenters, adventurer Ben Fogle.
Ben has become a regular on our screens since appearing on
Castaway an unbelievable 20 years ago, turning up on
Countryfile, hosting Crufts and making the series Year
Of Adventures, among many others. Ben will share stories about
his career, including his transatlantic row with James Cracknell,
during up to three exclusive talks. He will also take part in a
private Q&A session, as well as join the included shore
excursions during your trip.
You will explore some of Greenland's most fascinating towns and get
a taste of its culture during exclusive events. You'll see the
magical Disko Bay and the town of Ilulissat, known as the 'city of
icebergs' and meet Qeqertarsuaq locals over coffee and cake.
Hang out with Ben Fogle
Ben Fogle will join the included shore excursions and give private
talks on-board MV Ocean Atlantic.
Explore local culture
You'll learn about Greenland's Inuit culture and in Disko Island's
main town, Qeqertarsuaq, you'll enjoy local music and dancing while
joining the locals for the traditional kaffemik (coffee and
cake).
See icebergs up close
Ilulissat means 'icebergs' in Greenland's Kalaallisut language and
that's exactly what you'll see in the country's third-largest city.
Skyscraper-sized icebergs flow down from the UNESCO-protected
Icefjord and you'll have the chance to hike south to explore the
Icefjord on foot, pay for an optional boat trip to take you into
the bay or hire a fixed-wing plane for an aerial view.
Cruise in style
The MV Ocean Atlantic carries just 198 passengers. You'll enjoy
excellent accommodation and delicious cuisine, plus there's a gym,
sauna, pool and Jacuzzi. Observation platforms and panorama lounges
let you make the most of the sublime views, and the stylish cabins
offer a high standard of comfort.

















Reasons to book

Hang out with Ben Fogle

Explore local culture

See icebergs up close in Ilulissat
Your expert guides

Price includes
- Meet Ben Fogle during exclusive talks and a Q&A session
- Spend five days full-board on MV Ocean Atlantic
- Take city tours of Sisimiut, Qeqertarsuaq and Ilulissat
- Enjoy welcome and farewell cocktails
- Join locals in Qeqertarsuaq for coffee and cake
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Itinerary
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Day1Fly to CopenhagenCopenhagen, Denmark
You will fly to Copenhagen, one of Europe's coolest and most welcoming cities. On arrival, you'll have time to explore Denmark's beautiful capital at your leisure.
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Day2KangerlussuaqKangerlussuaq Havn, Greenland
After a morning flight from Copenhagen to Kangerlussuaq in western Greenland, you will transfer to the port before arriving at the MV Ocean Atlantic by zodiac. While you enjoy dinner, you'll set sail through the 160-kilometre Kangerlussuaq fjord.
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Day3SisimiutSisimiut (Holsteinsborg), Greenland
You'll arrive in the colourful, modern town of Sisimiut in the morning. At the foot of Nasaasaaq Mountain, it's the second largest townin Greenland with 5,400 inhabitants. You'll take a city tour with highlights including the historic colonial quarter, the museum and church. In the afternoon, you'll head north past the Sisimiut Isortuat Fjord, the Nordre Stromfjord settlements of Attu and Kierasaarsunk and the small town of Kangaatsiaq.
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Day4Disko IslandQeqertarsuaq (Godhavn), Greenland
Today, you'll get a taste of life in Greenland when you meet some of Qeqertarsuaq's locals for 'kaffemik'. On the distinctive Disko Island, you'll have a chance to wander through the town before sampling some home-made cakes with tea or coffee accompanied by local music and dance with some of the town's residents. In the afternoon, you will continue your journey to the breathtakingly beautiful Eqip Sermia Glacier. There, in what is sure to be an unforgettable experience, you'll observe the icebergs calving off the enormous icecap.
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Day5IlulissatIlulissat (Jakobshavn), Greenland
Ilulissat means 'icebergs' in Greeland's Kalallisut language and that's exactly what you'll see in the country's third largest city. Skyscraper-sized icebergs flow down from the Unesco-protected Icefjord and linger in the Arctic waters of the city's bay. You'll have the chance to hike south to explore the Icefjord on foot.
Or you can choose to pay for an optional 2.5-hour boat trip to take you into the bay among the incredible icesculpted scenery. Of for themore adventurous, you can hire a fixed-wing plane for an aerial view of the glacier and the Icefjord. -
Day6SarfannguitSarfannguit, Greenland
In this remote settlement, 100 residents still make their living from traditional Inuit practices of hunting, trapping and fishing. You'll meet the locals going about their day.
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Day7Arrive in KangerlussuaqKangerlussuaq Havn, Greenland
Today you'll disembark MV Ocean Atlantic in Kangerlussuaq before being transferred to the airport and flying back to Copenhagen.
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Day8Return to the UKCopenhagen, Denmark
Today, you will leave Copenhagen for your flight home.
Accommodation


MV Ocean Atlantic
One of the strongest ships operating in the Arctic, MV Ocean Atlantic’s high manoeuvrability and shallow draft make it perfect for voyages into isolated fjords. On board you will find a dedicated lecture theatre, library and gift shop as well as a professionally staffed bar, indoor and outdoor observation areas. All private cabins are stylishly appointed with individual bathroom facilities, temperature controls and televisions.
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