Skjoldungen

Skjoldungen, perched on Greenland's rarely visited eastern coast, offers a port experience unlike any other with scenery that feels almost cinematic: towering snow tipped peaks, ice-scraped valley walls, and sculpted icebergs in shades of white and blue lining the approach to Skjoldungen Fjord. At the fjord head, the retreating Thrym Glacier provides a dramatic backdrop that changes with every tide, while the U shaped fjord itself frames spectacular views from every deck. Signature experiences center on intimate wildlife encounters and active exploration: whale watching from zodiac boats, guided hikes to vantage points above the fjord, sea kayaking among ice floes, and photo safaris led by Greenlandic naturalists. Destinations extend to nearby coastal villages, scenic lookouts, and short shore excursions that highlight local culture, Arctic geology, and glaciology. The port is built to welcome modern expedition ships, with ice class hulls, enhanced propulsion, and stabilized platforms that ensure smooth cruising in rugged seas, plus spacious observation lounges and open decks designed for uninterrupted glacier and wildlife viewing. Onboard services emphasize sustainable, expeditionary comfort: locally inspired Greenlandic cuisine, lectures on polar science, flexible gear rental and dry suit provisioning, and knowledgeable crew who tailor shore experiences to each voyage, making Skjoldungen a standout gateway to Greenland's icy east coast.