Greenland and Baffin Island: Ilulissat and Pangnirtung
Voyage of discovery to the heart of the Arctic
In the warm water on deck while the glaciers drift past outside.
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Greenland from/to Nuuk
This thirteen-night round trip with Silver Wind Expedition from and to Nuuk focuses entirely on the Greenlandic west coast. Ice and weather permitting, you explore fjord coasts, glacier fronts and quiet bays by Zodiac. The expedition team runs a daily programme with lectures and wildlife briefings. Silversea offers premium all-inclusive with butler service, premium wines, gratuities and Wi-Fi already included. In the polar summer the midnight sun shapes the rhythm on board and ashore.
Route highlights
- Nuuk as start and finish
- Fjord coasts of western Greenland
- Zodiac landings at glaciers
- Lectures from the expedition team
- Wildlife sightings in season
- Midnight sun in the polar summer
- Premium all-inclusive with butler service
Early booking advantage: Voyages in 2027 fill quickly - premium cabins are often reserved 18-24 months in advance. An early booking enquiry is non-binding and secures your preferred cabin category.
The Route
Nuuk (Godthab)
13 nights
Evighedsfjord
The exact route is set by the expedition team on site, depending on ice and weather:
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SUN · 01 Aug 2027Nuuk (Godthab) · EmbarkationDeparture 18:00
Nuuk, the capital of Greenland on the south-western coast of the island, sits nestled between fjords and icebergs on the edge of the Labrador Sea. The Greenland National Museum houses the world-famous mummies of Qilakitsoq from the 15th century; from here visitors can reach the spectacular icefjord landscapes of West Greenland and the distinctive Sermitsiaq mountain, which towers over the cityscape across the fjord.
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MON · 02 Aug 2027At sea
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TUE · 03 Aug 2027Iqaluit (Nunavut)Arrival 10:30 Departure 20:00
On Baffin Island in Canada's territory of Nunavut lies the capital Iqaluit on Frobisher Bay with its extreme 11-metre tides. As Canada's northernmost provincial or territorial capital, it serves as the gateway to Auyuittuq National Park with Mount Thor, home to one of the world's largest sheer vertical drops.
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WED · 04 Aug 2027Halford IslandArrival 06:00 Departure 11:30
In the Canadian High Arctic lies Halford Island in the territory of Nunavut, near Devon Island. The uninhabited island is only visited during the short ice-free season by expedition ships along the Northwest Passage and is home to polar bears, walruses and thousands of breeding seabirds.
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WED · 04 Aug 2027Lower Savage IslandsArrival 14:45 Departure 19:30
Small island group in Hudson Strait off the south-east coast of Baffin Island in Canada's Nunavut. Bare, steep cliffs host colonies of thick-billed murres, while polar bears and bowhead whales hunt in the icy currents.
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THU · 05 Aug 2027High Bluff IslandArrival 07:00 Departure 14:00
In the Canadian Arctic Archipelago lies the small High Bluff Island in Lancaster Sound, the eastern entrance to the Northwest Passage. It is known for its dense breeding colonies of Brünnich's guillemots on the sheer cliffs and is only accessible by expedition ship during the short ice-free summer.
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FRI · 06 Aug 2027Monumental IslandArrival 07:00 Departure 12:30
Off the south-eastern coast of Baffin Island in Canada's Nunavut sits Monumental Island, a small uninhabited rocky outcrop in the Davis Strait of the eastern Arctic. The distinctive granite cliffs are a famous walrus haul-out, with occasional sightings of polar bears that drift ashore from one ice floe to the next.
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FRI · 06 Aug 2027Lady Franklin IslandArrival 14:30 Departure 19:00
Uninhabited rocky islet in the Cumberland Sound off the east coast of Baffin Island in Canada's Nunavut. Steep cliffs hold large colonies of thick-billed murres and black-legged kittiwakes, while polar bears hunt in the surrounding waters.
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SAT · 07 Aug 2027Pangnirtung, NunavutArrival 13:00 Departure 18:30
At the foot of the Akshayuk Pass mountains and on Pangnirtung Fjord on Baffin Island in the Canadian territory of Nunavut, this Inuit community is known for its craft workshops producing traditional Inuit prints and as a starting point for hikes into the spectacular Auyuittuq National Park.
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SUN · 08 Aug 2027At sea
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MON · 09 Aug 2027Kronprinsen EjlandArrival 12:30 Departure 19:30
Small island group in Disko Bay on the west coast of Greenland, between Aasiaat and Ilulissat. Icebergs from the Ilulissat ice fjord often drift past the low rocky islets and bowhead whales pass through these waters.
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TUE · 10 Aug 2027Eqip Sermia GlacierArrival 06:30 Departure 12:00
The Eqip Sermia Glacier in western Greenland is one of the most actively calving glaciers in the world. From on board or by Zodiac you watch in real time as tonnes of ice break from the glacier front and crash into the water, shaking the surface.
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TUE · 10 Aug 2027Expedition Ataa SoundArrival 14:30 Departure 18:30
Ataa Sound is a branching sea inlet on the north side of Disko Bay in western Greenland, north of Ilulissat. The abandoned Inuit village of Ataa on its shore recalls traditional summer hunting camps, while icebergs from the nearby Eqip Sermia glacier drift through the bays.
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WED · 11 Aug 2027IlulissatArrival 07:00 Departure 17:00
Ilulissat in West Greenland lies next to the UNESCO World Heritage Ilulissat Icefjord - one of the world's most productive glaciers. Sermeq Kujalleq calves enormous icebergs daily that fill the fjord before drifting into Baffin Bay. Dog-sled rides and helicopter glacier tours are the excursion highlights.
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THU · 12 Aug 2027SisimiutArrival 09:00 Departure 18:00
Sisimiut is Greenland's second-largest town, known for its traditional kayak-building craft and dog-sledding tradition. The old colonial building, the Lutheran cathedral with its red wooden bell tower and the Arctic fjord panorama make Sisimiut one of the most authentic Greenland stops.
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FRI · 13 Aug 2027EvighedsfjordArrival 13:30 Departure 18:30
The Evighedsfjord (Fjord of Eternity) in western Greenland is a calm fjord reaching deep into the mainland, with one of the most impressive glacier backdrops in Greenland. Barely visited, it offers silent passages through a landscape of gneiss cliffs, waterfalls and tundra.
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SAT · 14 Aug 2027Nuuk (Godthab) · DisembarkationArrival 07:00
Climate & best time to sail
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
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| Air °C | -13 | -13 | -13 | -9 | -2 | 4 | 7 | 6 | 2 | -4 | -8 | -11 |
| Sea °C | -1 | -1 | -1 | -1 | 0 | 2 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Rain mm | 20 | 26 | 23 | 17 | 12 | 15 | 20 | 26 | 24 | 26 | 20 | 23 |
Long-term monthly normals · Reference: Svalbard (Longyearbyen)
Silver Wind Expedition
Silver Wind was converted to an expedition ship in 2022: reinforced hull, Zodiac fleet, 274 guests. Butler service among icebergs, champagne after the Zodiac excursion, gourmet dinner with glacier views.
In the Arctic, Silver Wind Expedition sails through the waters of Svalbard and Greenland - expeditions with the comfort of a Silversea ship.
The Ship
Cabins
Owner's Suite
A prestigious suite in a preferred midship location with a private veranda (up to 8 m²), a separate sleeping area and a generous dining and living area. Butler service included.
Grand Suite
The most spacious suite on board: a corner suite with breathtaking 270-degree views, a large veranda (up to 14 m²), a separate bedroom and a generous dining and living area. Butler service included.
Royal Suite
A stately corner suite with 270-degree views, a large veranda (up to 12 m²), a separate bedroom and a generous dining and living area. Butler service included.
Silver Suite
A stylish midship suite with separate sleeping and living areas, a private veranda (up to 8 m²) and a marble bathroom. Butler service included.
Medallion Suite
A generous suite in the forward section with a particularly large veranda (up to 12 m²), a sitting area and a marble bathroom. Butler service included.
Deluxe Veranda Suite
A comfortable veranda suite in a preferred midship location with a private teak veranda (up to 4.5 m²), a seating area, a marble bathroom and a walk-in wardrobe. Butler service included.
Classic Veranda Suite
A comfortable suite with a private teak veranda (up to 4.5 m²), a seating area, a marble bathroom and a walk-in wardrobe. Butler service included.
Vista Suite
An elegant suite with a large picture window instead of a veranda, a cosy living area, a marble bathroom and a walk-in wardrobe. Butler service included.
Deck plan · Silver Wind Expedition
Standard inclusions of the ship voyage
On board
- Suite with butler service
- Complimentary WiFi throughout the ship
- Gourmet cuisine 24 hours a day
- Free-seating dining with À-la-carte menus
- 24-hour room service (complimentary)
- Premium beverages: champagne, fine wines, spirits, beers, water and soft drinks
- Personalised minibar, replenished daily
- Gratuities for all staff included
- All entertainment (shows, lectures, performances)
- Wellness facilities (fitness centre, sauna, steam bath in Otium Spa)
Not included
- Specialty restaurant La Dame (may have nominal charge)
- Flights and transfers (unless on All-Inclusive Plus fare)
- Additional paid activities and premium extras
Further options
Additionally included depending on voyage type (Classic / Expedition) and fare (Door-to-Door / All-Inclusive Plus):
- Shore excursions: at least one per port on Classic fares; all Zodiac cruises and guided landings on Expedition voyages
- Expedition extras: expert lectures, a parka to keep and rubber boots on loan
- Economy-class flights from and to your home airport (Door-to-Door and many All-Inclusive fares)
- Airport transfers between airport and ship (Door-to-Door and All-Inclusive Plus fares)
- Hotel night before and after the voyage (Door-to-Door and selected expeditions)
- Private chauffeur service from your door to the airport (Door-to-Door, within about 80 km)
Frequently asked questions
How do I book this voyage?
Send us a non-binding enquiry via the form on this page. Our team replies personally within 24 hours with availability, cabin options and a tailored offer. No enquiry fee, no upfront payment.
What is included in the price?
The base price per person (twin cabin) includes the cabin in your chosen category, full board, all port fees and the onboard programme. Flights and transfers are quoted separately. 13 nights from EUR 18.300 p.p. With Silversea, selected wines and beverages at meals are included.
How many guests sail on the Silver Wind Expedition?
A maximum of 274 guests - extraordinarily intimate compared to standard cruise ships. The high crew-to-guest ratio ensures personal attention throughout the voyage.
Can the itinerary change?
Yes - all itineraries are subject to weather, port availability and the captain's decisions. This is part of the charm of small-ship cruising: flexibility allows for unexpected discoveries.
Are there specials for early bookers or solo travellers?
Yes. Early bookers receive discounts for timely booking. Solo travellers often benefit from a reduced or waived single supplement. Simply mention your preferences in the enquiry.
Is my booking protected?
Yes. As a German tour operator, ivent-sailing provides a travel protection certificate (Reisesicherungsschein) under German law. Your payment is fully insured.
What about flights and transfers?
We arrange flights and transfers on request as part of your personal offer. This allows us to find the best connections for your specific departure date and home airport.
Are there shore excursions?
Yes. All cruise lines offer shore excursions - from guided cultural tours to nature experiences. The concepts vary by fleet. We are happy to provide details on available excursions for your chosen voyage.
What water sports and activities are available?
Depending on the ship and route: snorkelling, kayaking, stand-up paddling, diving, and Zodiac landings (on expedition voyages). Many ships have a marina platform for direct access to the water. We will be happy to tell you exactly what is available on your voyage.
When is the best time to sail this voyage?
The best time to sail this route is June to August (midnight sun, open fjords).
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