• Wave icon Trip Type: Offshore
  • Speech bubble icon Instructors: 2
  • People icon Crew Size: Max 9 (10 for ocean)
  • Cake icon Ages: 18-70 ish
  • Pin icon Region: Norway, Iceland & The Arctic
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18 Days from £3,999

Dates, Prices & Travel

Sail from Nuuk, Greenland to Reykjavik, Iceland on one of the world’s most dramatic high latitude routes. This eighteen-day sailing expedition takes you deep into Greenland’s fjord systems, through narrow glacier-lined channels and across the open waters of the Denmark Strait. You will visit remote settlements, navigate ice, learn advanced passage-making skills, and experience the Arctic from the deck of an expedition yacht. With towering peaks, drifting icebergs, and the chance to sail Prince Christian Sound, this voyage offers a rare combination of challenge, beauty, and genuine exploration

What this voyage is really about

This is real Arctic expedition sailing. You will be fully involved from the moment you step aboard. You take the helm, stand watch, help with navigation, manage sail changes and work as part of a small team handling a yacht in remote waters. Expect cold air, fast weather changes and long, dramatic stretches of coastline where the mountains drop straight into the sea.

The atmosphere on board is positive and collaborative. Everyone contributes. The skipper and mate will guide you through each aspect of the passage so you leave with new skills and a clear sense of achievement.

Why this route stands out

Greenland’s south coast and the Denmark Strait offer a type of sailing you do not find anywhere else. Ice, glaciers, deep fjords and narrow channels create a landscape that feels otherworldly. Prince Christian Sound is the centrepiece if conditions allow. Few sailors ever reach it. The combination of remoteness, challenge and beauty makes this one of the most memorable high latitude passages we run.

Who this trip suits

You do not need to be experienced. You do need to be up for an adventure. The route involves cold conditions, physical involvement and the ability to work as part of a team on a real expedition. If you want comfort and set itineraries, this is the wrong trip. If you want genuine exploration and the chance to learn serious offshore skills, you will love it.

What to do next

Check the Dates and Prices section for availability, joining details and flight information. You can then reserve your place or schedule a chat if you would like to talk through the route and what to expect.

Get Ready For…

  • prince christian sound
    Prince Christian Sound

    Sail through one of Greenland’s most dramatic waterways, with sheer cliffs, glaciers reaching the sea and ice drifting quietly through the narrow channel.

  • Tasermiut Fjord
    Tasermiut Fjord

    Enter a vast glacier-carved valley of thousand-metre granite walls, deep calm water and traces of Inuit and Norse settlement stretching back centuries.

  • Sailing in heavy weather
    Denmark Strait Crossing

    A four-day, 650-mile offshore passage between Greenland and Iceland, giving serious open-water adventure in one of the most remote parts of the North Atlantic

Sailing Area

Greenland to Iceland
The Yachts

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Key Information
What’s included

  • All food and accommodation on board

  • All fuel & berthing fees

  • Your own bunk and storage area

  • Use of oilskins

  • Use of lifejacket with PLB

  • All sailing tuition

  • RYA Competent Crew (supplementary fee)

What’s Not included

  • Your connecting travel to & from boat

  • Sailing & travel insurance

  • Meals you choose to eat ashore

  • Alcohol

  • Visas (where required)

  • Discretionary crew tip

Interested in dates & availability?

To see when this trip runs, its start and end locations, price to join the crew and availability, click on the ‘Dates, Prices & Travel’ button up top.

Discretionary tipping of the Rubicon 3 crew

We’ve priced this trip 5-10% lower than we otherwise would to allow you the option, at the end of your adventure, to offer a discretionary tip to the Rubicon 3 skipper and mate if you feel they’ve provided exceptional service. A combined tip of 5-10% is suggested but is entirely at your discretion and based on your satisfaction with their performance. See our FAQs here.

Got Questions? We’re Here to Help!

We get it – joining a major sailing adventure is a big decision, and it’s natural to have lots of questions before you book. Wondering who else will be onboard? What the experience will be like? These and many more questions are completely normal. While our homepage and FAQs provide loads of info, we know sometimes it’s best to talk it through. Don’t hesitate to contact us by phone, email, or live chat (at the bottom of the screen). Better yet, we’d suggest you schedule a call. Most crew who join do and find it really useful. We can discuss your options, answer every question, and make sure you’re booking on the perfect trip for you.

Nothing on this voyage is guaranteed. This is real Arctic expedition sailing, and the wind, ice, and weather at the time will decide where we can go. The list below is a selection of the major highlights we hope to reach during the passage. Some we may achieve. Some we may not. That uncertainty is part of the adventure.

Nuuk, Greenland

nuuk greenland

The voyage begins in Nuuk, a small frontier town enclosed by ancient rock and long Arctic fjords. Even at the harbour, fragments of glacier ice move quietly with the tide. After preparing the yacht and settling in as a crew, we set out. The fjord opens around us, with mountains on every side, and it’s common to see the blows of whales or the movement of seabirds within minutes of leaving.

Arsuk Fjord

Ivigtut

Arsuk Fjord is a place of high cliffs, calving ice and deep, cold water. Glaciers descend almost to the sea, and seals rest on the floes in the stillness. Exploring by RIB is a highlight, with the chance to approach the glacier’s face or, if conditions allow, visit the small settlement of Arsuk to meet those who live in this remote corner of Greenland.

Qaqortoq and Hvalsey

hvalsey greenland

Further south lies Qaqortoq, one of Greenland’s oldest towns, set between low hills and sheltered water. Traditional wooden houses and stone carvings give it the feel of an open-air gallery, and the surrounding tundra comes alive in summer with wildflowers and views across the fjord system. Nearby sits Hvalsey Church, the best-preserved Norse ruin in Greenland, standing quietly above the water after nearly nine centuries.

Tasermiut Fjord

Tasermiut Fjord

If the ice allows, Tasermiut is extraordinary. Granite walls rise more than a thousand metres almost straight from the water, with glaciers lying deep in the valley beyond. Along the shoreline are traces of Inuit and Norse settlement, and the higher ground is home to muskox, sometimes visible from the boat. It is one of the most striking fjords in the south.

Eriksfjord (Brattahlid)

Eriksfjord

Conditions may also let us enter Eriksfjord, the heart of the old Norse settlement founded by Erik the Red. The landscape softens here, with sheltered slopes and calm water, and the remains of Brattahlid give a clear sense of the people who once farmed this land at the edge of the known world.

Aappilattoq

Where two long fjords meet beneath sheer granite peaks lies Aappilattoq, a small, isolated community of just over a hundred people. The setting is remarkable and gives a rare glimpse of daily life lived deep within the Greenlandic fjords.

Prince Christian Sound

Prince Christian Sound

Prince Christian Sound sits at the very southern tip of Greenland and is one of the most dramatic waterways in the Arctic. The passage runs for about sixty miles between the mainland and a chain of islands, with glaciers dropping ice straight into the channel. The peaks on either side rise steeply and almost bare. Apart from the weather station at the entrance and the village of Aappilattoq, there is little sign of human presence. Whales and seals are common here, and the scale of the place is unforgettable.

Crossing the Denmark Strait

offshore sailing

Leaving Greenland, we make the long offshore passage to Iceland. It’s around 650 miles and usually takes four days. This is classic high-latitude sailing: cold air, long seas, steady watches and wildlife often close by. The sunsets out here can be remarkable.

Reykjavik

Reykjavik

We make landfall in Reykjavik, Iceland’s small and lively capital. After the remoteness of Greenland and the distance of the strait, the cafés, bakeries and geothermal pools offer a gentle return to everyday life. A fitting place to end a serious Arctic passage.

Dates, Prices & Travel

Start Date & Location

July 14, 2026
Greenland

End Date & Location

July 31, 2026
Iceland

Price

£3,999

Deposit

£1,499

Availability

Available

Booking Information
Trip Information

Start Date: July 14, 2026

Start Time: 09:00

Start Country: Greenland

Start Port: Nuuk

Start Marina: Marina TBC

End Date: July 31, 2026

End Time: 10:00

End Country: Iceland

End Port: Reykjavik

End Marina: Marina TBC

Find Flights For This Trip
Fly Into: Nuuk (IATA code: GOH)
Fly Out of: Reykjavik (IATA code: KEF)
Search on Google Flights

* Flights are not included in the trip price.

Important Notes
Joining the Boat
  • You will join the boat in Nuuk, Greenland
  • The trip starts at 9:00 AM on July 14, 2026, so you will need to be in Nuuk on or before July 13, 2026.
  • You have two options for accommodation on the night before the start date:
    • Stay in a hotel or Airbnb.
    • Alternatively, you can stay onboard the boat from 6:00 PM on a bed & breakfast basis. Select this option during your booking process.
Leaving the Boat
  • You will leave the boat in Reykjavik, Iceland, by 10:00 AM on July 31, 2026.
General Notes
  • You cannot stay on the boat after the trip end date.
  • Once you have booked, we will connect you up with other crew so you can liaise regarding connecting travel, meet up in advance etc.
  • If you have any questions, don’t hesitate to get in touch.
5-Point Pre-Booking Checklist

Before you finalize your booking, we suggest you run through our pre-booking checklist:

  1. Check Flights: Make sure you have found the right flights for your trip. Book them as soon as you have booked your Rubicon 3 trip.
  2. Travel Insurance: Once you’ve booked your trip with us, buy some sailing travel insurance. Read our full guide here.
  3. Passport Validity: Ensure your passport is valid for at least six months beyond your planned return date. Some countries require this for entry, so it’s crucial to check and renew your passport if necessary.
  4. Visas: Most sailors will not require any visas for this trip. However, if you are concerned, check any visa requirements for both your destination and any transit countries. If you do need a visa, processing times can vary, so it’s advisable to apply well in advance of your trip.
  5. Vaccinations and Health Checks: There are no vaccinations required for this trip. Make sure you have an acceptable level of fitness and agility. You can read our guide here. This is for the safety of all on board.
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Start Date & Location

July 13, 2027
Greenland

End Date & Location

July 30, 2027
Iceland

Price

£3,999

Deposit

£1,499

Availability

Available

Booking Information
Trip Information

Start Date: July 13, 2027

Start Time: 09:00

Start Country: Greenland

Start Port: Nuuk

Start Marina: Nuuk Harbour

End Date: July 30, 2027

End Time: 09:00

End Country: Iceland

End Port: Reykjavik

End Marina: Reykjavik Harbour

Find Flights For This Trip
Fly Into: Nuuk (IATA code: GOH)
Fly Out of: Reykjavik Keflavík Airport (IATA code: KEF)
Search on Google Flights

* Flights are not included in the trip price.

Important Notes
Joining the Boat
  • You will join the boat in Nuuk, Greenland
  • The trip starts at 9:00 AM on July 13, 2027, so you will need to be in Nuuk on or before July 12, 2027.
  • You have two options for accommodation on the night before the start date:
    • Stay in a hotel or Airbnb.
    • Alternatively, you can stay onboard the boat from 6:00 PM on a bed & breakfast basis. Select this option during your booking process.
Leaving the Boat
  • You will leave the boat in Reykjavik, Iceland, by 10:00 AM on July 30, 2027.
General Notes
  • You cannot stay on the boat after the trip end date.
  • Once you have booked, we will connect you up with other crew so you can liaise regarding connecting travel, meet up in advance etc.
  • If you have any questions, don’t hesitate to get in touch.
5-Point Pre-Booking Checklist

Before you finalize your booking, we suggest you run through our pre-booking checklist:

  1. Check Flights: Make sure you have found the right flights for your trip. Book them as soon as you have booked your Rubicon 3 trip.
  2. Travel Insurance: Once you’ve booked your trip with us, buy some sailing travel insurance. Read our full guide here.
  3. Passport Validity: Ensure your passport is valid for at least six months beyond your planned return date. Some countries require this for entry, so it’s crucial to check and renew your passport if necessary.
  4. Visas: Most sailors will not require any visas for this trip. However, if you are concerned, check any visa requirements for both your destination and any transit countries. If you do need a visa, processing times can vary, so it’s advisable to apply well in advance of your trip.
  5. Vaccinations and Health Checks: There are no vaccinations required for this trip. Make sure you have an acceptable level of fitness and agility. You can read our guide here. This is for the safety of all on board.
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